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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to our Mount Fuji Photo Tour, an unforgettable journey through Japan’s most breathtaking landscapes. Designed for photographers of all levels, this immersive experience takes you to the most scenic viewpoints, hidden lakes, and traditional villages that surround Japan’s sacred mountain. From the mirror-like reflections of Kawaguchiko to the early morning glow of Chureito Pagoda, you’ll have the chance to capture Mount Fuji in all its moods; from serene dawns and misty forests to fiery sunsets and star-studded nights. Along the way, you’ll explore charming local temples and blooming Shibasakura blossoms. Led by experienced photography guides with (Francis Ansing and Mark Fitz Borre), with intimate local knowledge, you’ll receive hands-on instruction in composition, lighting, and storytelling, ensuring every frame tells the beauty and spirit of Mount Fuji. This tour will elevate both your skills and your appreciation of Japan’s most revered natural wonder. So pack your lenses and sense of wonder because Mount Fuji is waiting to be captured through your eyes. |
DATE
1st - 7th May 2026 DURATION 7 days and 6 nights START Tokyo, Japan END Tokyo, Japan AIRPORT ARRIVAL Narita or Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) AIRPORT DEPARTURE Narita or Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) SEASON Spring (cool) GROUP SIZE 6 - 8 ACCOMMODATION 3- or 4-star hotels (Route-Inn, Toyoko Inn, Daiwa Roynet) FITNESS LEVEL Easy LANGUAGE English TOUR LEADER Francis Ansing and/or Mark Fitz Borre |
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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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April 30: Arrive in Tokyo
Arrival in Narita or Haneda International Airport. You have to book your own hotel for this night near Shinjuku Station. May 1: Yamanashi (Official Start) We will pick you up in front of your hotel between 9:00 and 10:00 AM, then head out for sunset and blue hour photography in Lake Motosu and Lake Shoji. May 2: Yamanashi Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography in Lake Yamanaka, Lake Kawaguchi, and Saiko. May 3: Kanagawa, Shizuoka Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography around Shizuoka and Kanagawa. |
May 4: Kanagawa, Shizuoka
Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography around Shizuoka and Kanagawa. May 5: Yamanashi Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography around Yamanashi. May 6: Yamanashi Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography around Yamanashi. May 7: Tokyo (Official End) Sunrise photography in Yamanashi. Check out and head back to Tokyo—end of tour. |
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TOUR COST
1850 USD or the equivalent in PHP (double / twin room rate) 2350 USD or the equivalent in PHP (single room rate) A monthly installment plan is available. Please enquire. WHAT'S INCLUDED? ✓ Twin accommodations for 6 nights (3 or 4-star hotels) ✓ Breakfasts ✓ Transportation van service for 7 days ✓ Parking fees ✓ 1 photo tour leader ✓ 1 Driver ✓ Entrance fees to locations |
NOT INCLUDED
X Accommodation outside the tour date X International flights X Airport transfers X Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, water bottles and the likes X Personal and incidental expenses X Meals not stated in the inclusions (lunches and dinner) X Visa fees X Travel insurance X Laundry |
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PAYMENT AND RESERVATION
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. Down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and e-mail the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the photography tour name in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. Down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and e-mail the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the photography tour name in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
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THINGS TO BRING
- Travel document (passport) - Warm clothing for 5 days (laundry is available at hotels) - Warm jacket (waterproof) - Warm pants - Comfortable shoes (waterproof) - Warm bonnet/beanie - Moisturizer - Lip moisturizer - Flashlight or headlamp - Personal medicines - Pocket money - Cellular phone - Wifi - Pocket money or a credit card |
CAMERA GEAR
- Camera body (mirrorless or DSLR) - Lenses (16-35mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm) - Sturdy tripod - Filters (CPL, NDs, and GND) - Extra batteries - Extra memory cards - Rain protector - Laptop or tablet for transferring and reviewing files - External hard drive |