Cultural Treasures of Japan
October 11 - 24, 2026
12 Days
This is an exclusive Collette trip only for GVG Tours travelers!
We have partnered with Collette to offer you this amazing trip.
Highlights: Immerse yourself in the ancient and modern cultures of Japan. Learn the art of the tea ceremony, and stand before the famous Senso-ji Buddhist temple. Tour Matsumoto Castle, known as the “Crow Castle” for its black exterior. Taste legendary Hida beef and sip sake at a local brewery. Delve into Kyoto, the marvelous cultural capital of Japan. Board the Shinkansen “bullet” train to travel to Hiroshima to visit Shrine Island and the Peace Memorial Museum. Absorb the beauty of the Golden Pavilion and the majesty of Nijo Castle. Japan slowly draws you into its eclectic culture and charm, revealing incredible moments every step of the way.
Collette has created a private trip page for our group’s use.
This page will provide you with:
Itinerary details
Trip costs - Please note, pricing is good through February 12, 2026 after this date pricing is subject to change
Registration - You will use the green button below to register directly with Collette, use the sign up now button in the top left hand corner.
Deposits - You can make a deposit using your credit card when you register on our Collette trip page or you can also mail a check payable to GVG Tours, P.O. Box 429, Clinton WI 53525
Payments - You can make a credit card payment by clicking here or you can mail a check to GVG Tours, P.O. Box 429, Clinton WI 53525.
Double: $10,219 per person (includes $100 Collette savings)
Single: $11,619 (includes $100 Collette savings)
Deposit: per person
$1,247 with optional travel insurance
$698 per person without optional travel insurance
Trip Mate Travel Insurance: $549 per person (click on the button above for detailed information)