Upcoming Tours

Japan Ski/Geography Tour 

Open for Park City Geography students (AP and Regular)

Dates: Feb 14-23, 2025 (evening departure on 2/14)

Trip Description and Purpose: The purpose of this trip is to investigate the implications of Japan's physical geography on its historical, economic, religious, political and cultural development. Students will find that this enriching experience will go beyond just the scope of a tourist ski trip to Japan. Rather this will be an immersive dive into the richness and beauty of Japan. And yes, we will be sure to experience first hand the joy of Japan POW on the island of Hokkaido.

This trip will be coordinated through Kenchan Japan Tours and led by Pete Stoughton (Geography teacher at TMJS) and Ken Wade (owner of Kenchan Tours and History teacher at Waterford). We will add another chaperone as needed depending on trip size. 

NOTES: This is a trip for experienced skiers - all participants must be able to ski black diamond runs at Park City. Also, all participants must travel together and will not be permitted to make separate travel arrangements.

Basic Itinerary: 

• 4 nights Furano - skiing and exploring Hokkaido 
• 3 nights Kyoto/Osaka - exploring culture, history, and city life of this amazing region

Accommodations: we will mostly stay in Japanese-style accommodations - Japanese futon on tatami floors. Students will be 2-5 in a room.   

Cost: $5300-$5700 (depending on enrollment and airfare). All expenses included -- airfare, travel in Japan, lodging, activities/admissions/lift tickets/rentals, 3 meals per day, travel insurance. The only additional expenses will be for souvenirs and snacks. Go to Online Payments Page for payment options.

Booking Timeline: 

• 10/14 - Application and $500 initial deposit due 
• 10/28 - parent and student evening Zoom meeting
• 11/6 - deposit of $2500 due 
• 12/1 - Final Payment (remainder of total cost) due 
• 2/14 - depart for Japan!