QUOTE
Saskatoon Public Schools Japan Exchange 2025
Prepared for:
Saskatoon Public Schools | Nelson Slusar
Proposal Date: September 12, 2024
Valid until: October 12, 2024
This 14-day Japan Exchange trip offers students a unique cultural immersion experience. The program includes visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, and a homestay in Takaoka, allowing participants to explore Japan’s vibrant cities and local traditions. With guided tours, free time for exploration, and a focus on educational and cultural activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of Japanese history and daily life.
Activities & Attractions
- Free time for sightseeing in Tokyo (self-guided activities like temples, museums, and shopping areas).
- Transfer to Kyoto with additional free time for sightseeing.
- Full-day guided tour in Kyoto, including visits to Sagano Bamboo Grove, Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu Temple, and Nijo Castle.
- Homestay experience in Takaoka for cultural immersion and local activities organized by the host families.
Trip Details
Accommodations
- Tokyo: Hotel in Ikebukuro for 3 nights (April 16-18), similar to Sunshine City Prince Hotel, Hotel Grand City Ikebukuro, or Hotel Route-Inn Ikebukuro. 2-4 people per room, in-suite bathrooms, breakfast included.
- Kyoto: Hotel near Kyoto Station for 3 nights (April 19-21), similar to Via Inn Prime Kyoto Hachijo-guchi, REF Kyoto Hachijo-guchi, or Hotel Elcient Kyoto. 2-4 people per room, in-suite bathrooms, breakfast included.
- Takaoka: Homestay with host families for 6 nights (April 22-27), organized by Takaoka Dai-Ichi High School. During the homestay, chaperones accommodations are not included by Evolve Tours. We can add this if needed.
Meals
- Breakfasts: Included at hotels in Tokyo (3 days) and Kyoto (3 days).
- Lunch and Supper: Not included; participants will arrange meals on their own.
Transportation
- Flights:
- Departure: Saskatoon to Narita, Tokyo (via Calgary) on April 15.
- Return: Narita to Saskatoon (via Calgary) on April 28.
- Narita Airport to Ikebukuro Hotel: Private coach transfer for 19 people, no guide (April 16).
- Shinagawa Station to Kyoto: Bullet train for 19 people, no guide (April 19).
- Kyoto Full-Day Tour: Private coach with English-speaking guide for 19 people (April 21).
- Kyoto to Shin-Takaoka: Bullet train for 18 people, no guide (April 22).
- Shin-Takaoka to Narita Airport: Train transfer for 18 people, no guide (April 28). Transportation from Shin-Takaoka to NRT using JR lines (Narita
Express from Tokyo, very little difference in fee and time).
Evolve isn’t able to secure Keisei line tickets in advance.
Additional Personnel
English-Speaking Guide: Provided for a full-day tour in Kyoto on April 21. Preferably non-Japanese, focusing on the key cultural and historical sites in Kyoto.
Exclusives
- Creative trip programming and leadership activities
- Optional Videography and Photography
- Forever Green by Evolve Tours- Carbon Offset this whole trip (ask for details)
Insurance
- Mandatory: Add $163 for Medical insurance, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
Package Price is based on
Students
16
Chaperones
2
Price per student
$5680
- Prices subject to availability and change until contract signed
- Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
- This quote expires Oct 30th, 2024
- Happy with what you see? Sign a 2-year contract with Evolve and pay the same rate for two years. Ask us for more information. *Based on same group size
For Takako, Price is $4600
- April 22 Travel:
- The group travels from Kyoto to Shin-Takaoka by bullet train.
- Takako will need a separate bullet train ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo. Her departure time should be approximately 1.5 to 2 hours after the group departs for Shin-Takaoka.
- Accommodation:
- Takako will not require accommodation in Takaoka, as she leaves the group on April 22.
- April 28 Return Flight:
- Takako will rejoin the group for the same return flight from Narita to Saskatoon.
- Separate Quote:
- Takako requires a separate quote for:
- International flights (same outbound and return flight as the group, except the different internal travel).
- Hotel accommodations in Tokyo and Kyoto (same as the group until April 22).
- Bullet train ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo on April 22.
- Insurance (same as the group, but calculated separately).
- Takako requires a separate quote for:
This breakdown highlights the specific items required just for Takako.
TICO #: 50017336
Itinerary
Day 1: April 15, 2025
Departure
- Flight: Depart from Saskatoon via Calgary to Narita, Tokyo.
Day 2: April 16, 2025
Arrival in Tokyo
- Transfer: Narita to Ikebukuro via coach.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ikebukuro.
Day 3: April 17, 2025
Tokyo Exploration
- Activities: Free time for sightseeing in Tokyo (e.g., Shibuya, temples, museums).
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ikebukuro.
Day 4: April 18, 2025
Tokyo Exploration
- Activities: Free time for sightseeing in Tokyo (e.g., Shibuya, temples, museums).
- Accommodation: Hotel in Ikebukuro.
Day 5: April 19, 2025
Bullet Train to Kyoto
- Transport: Bullet train from Shinagawa to Kyoto.
- Accommodation: Hotel near Kyoto Station.
Day 6: April 20, 2025
Kyoto Exploration
- Activities: Free time
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kyoto
Day 7: April 21, 2025
Kyoto Exploration
- Activities: Guided full-day tour by coach (Day 7) including Sagano Bamboo Grove, Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu, Nijo Castle.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kyoto
Day 8: April 22, 2025
Kyoto to Takaoka
- Transport: Bullet train to Shin-Takaoka.
- Homestay: Begin homestay with host families in Takaoka.
Day 9-13: April 23, 2025
Homestay
Homestay in Takaoka
Day 14: April 28, 2025
Return Home
Transport from Shin-Takaoka to Narita Airport
Departure Narita (Narita-Calgary-Saskatoon)
