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Kyoto & Osaka
Emma & Thomas, Frome
The private tea ceremony in a 400-year-old machiya house that Sarah arranged was the highlight of our anniversary trip. We felt like honored guests, not tourists.
As a solo traveler, I was nervous about Japan. My consultant paired me with a ryokan owner who became like family. The kaiseki meals alone were worth the journey.
When Catherine mentioned her lifelong dream of witnessing sunrise over Bagan's temple plains, consultant Laura Mitchell knew this wouldn't be a standard itinerary. Michael uses a mobility scooter, so accessibility was paramount.
Laura spent three weeks coordinating with boutique hotels, arranging private guides with mobility expertise, and securing exclusive access to temples normally closed to visitors. She even located a traditional lacquerware artisan willing to open his workshop for a private demonstration.
Private sunrise hot air balloon with accessible basket
Exclusive dinner with a Buddhist monk at a mountaintop monastery
Handcrafted itinerary with verified accessible accommodations
24/7 local support from Laura's Myanmar network
"Laura didn't just plan a trip—she removed every barrier between us and our dream. When Michael's scooter battery failed in Mandalay, her local contact had a replacement delivered within the hour."
Every journey begins with a conversation. Work directly with our Somerset-based consultants to create your perfect custom itinerary—no fixed packages, just your unique adventure.
Kyoto & Osaka
