hey guys,

not sure how many of you guys surf the Bay Area forum, so because i am helping promote this trip, thought i'd start a thread here too, to see if there is anyone interested in going on an awesome trip!

so for those interested here is the finalized and updated information my friend provided me Tokyo Auto Salon 2008...my apologies if this email is long...i will attach the word documents that he provided so its easier on the eyes!

for those that are seriously interested please note in the registration form under "Group code" = Subaru - DF004...if you have any questions please pm me....

...also even though the package is from January 9 (Wed) - 13(Sun.), 2008, based on your time and money of course haha, i am planning on staying till the 16th (Wed.), an extra few days so i can go check out Mines and Top Secret....

...in addition another note : to make things easier, and you can ask aaron (international_b) on his opinion too...when booking ask if you can get a Japan Rail Pass for 7 days..(again if you have questions about this pm me or aaron). Japan's main means of transportation is via trains and its a pain in the *** to stand in line to get your ticket (like BART), trying to dig for yen, then you get this small lil ticket almost like a raffle ticket that you have to carry to the gates (like BART too). With the rail pass you just show the guard, walk right through and you can take pretty much any JR train (even the shinkansen bullet train)..

so now here is the info: hope you guys can go, it be awesome to have a suby group represent!!!

..i will post in multiple posts so its not one huge *** post

- daniel

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THE ITINERARY :

Tokyo Auto Salon 2008

Jan 08, 2008 - Tuesday
Everyone will board his or her flight from each respective city based on your itinerary. We will meet everyone once you exit the customs & immigration door in Tokyo Narita Airport.

Jan. 09, 2008 - Wednesday
Arrival in Narita International Airport. After the necessary government formalities and once exiting the baggage claim area please look for our guides holding the TAS 2008 banner, as they will direct you to the meeting area. Once everyone arrives we will take the motorcoach transfer to our hotel. We have prepared a special Japanese buffet dinner at the hotel for all those early registrants.
Accommodation: Keio Plaza, Shinjuku

Jan 10, 2008 - Thursday
In the morning, we will start our Tokyo sightseeing tour via private motorcoach accompanied with an English-speaking guide. Highlights of the places will include the Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower, which offers a panoramic view of the city, Imperial Palace Plaza, passing through Ginza and Akihabara and stopping at the Asakusa Kannon Temple with its bustling Nakamise Shopping Street.

Following the tour we will continue on to visit tuner shops such as Nismo and Autobacs then continuing to Odaiba where Toyota Mega Web is located. After the tour, we will return back to the hotel before going out for the evening.
Accommodation: Keio Plaza, Shinjuku


Jan. 11, 2008 - Friday
Everyone will meet at 7:30am in the lobby to board private motorcoach to Makuhari Messe where the Tokyo Auto Salon special pass holders will be allowed early access. The coach transportation will wait to transport everyone back to the hotel at 5:00pm otherwise you may return back on your own expense via public train should you wish to do some independent sightseeing or shopping.

In the evening a special “After Party Club Event” in Roppongi, one of the party districts in Tokyo, has been arranged. Transportation will be on your own via subway or taxi for those staying later.
Accommodation: Keio Plaza, Shinjuku


Jan 12, 2008 - Saturday
Our last full day in Tokyo is open for everyone to explore. For those who want to get up at 5am I will escort a small group to visit Tsukiji fish market (largest fish market in the world). Here is a chance to taste the best sushi and sashimi in Japan. 100% Guaranteed!
Accommodation: Keio Plaza, Shinjuku


Jan 13, 2008 – Sunday
We will provide transfers for your flight back home. Some can have the option of staying longer and visiting other parts of Japan on their own.
Check-out: 12:00N but hotel can hold your luggage until departure.

 

TAS BOOKING

Prices:


USA Departures
Los Angeles: $1699.00 USD
San Francisco: $1699.00 USD
Seattle: $1699.00 USD
Chicago: $1799.00 USD
New York: $1849.00 USD

CANADA Departures
Vancouver: $1699.00 CAD
Calgary: $1899.00 CAD
Edmonton: $1899.00 CAD
Toronto: $1899.00 CAD
Montreal: $1899.00 CAD


Taxes are not included in the above prices and will be advised before final payment


Booking Procedure:

1. Verify your closest or preferred departure city and let us know.

2. Fill out the registration form and sign along with the Terms & Conditions. Return via fax to 604-642-4265 or our address as indicated on the form.

3. A deposit of $500 USD/CAD is required to hold your space. The deposit is non-refundable or transferable and is due upon registration. Final Balance payment is due Nov. 15, 2007. Failure to meet this date will be considered as a cancellation.

4. Confirmation of tour details will be returned via e-mail.

5. Our contact information is as follows: e-mail address is tas2008@ca.fcm.travel or Toll free at 1-866-352-8286 or 604–764 -7001available between (0900- 1700 Pacific time).

if you have questions at FCMtravel please ask for Jim Silva

if you have any questions about the trip itself and what its like, please feel free to pm me or international_b (aaron)...we both went on this trip 2 years ago...had to go back before i get married