Smartphone Photo Tour - Kathmandu, Nepal with Jet Lendon (Early Bird Discount £455 - book by 30th June)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-23 | Kathmandhu
Ancient temples, sacred rituals, UNESCO heritage sites, vibrant streets and Himalayan views; Kathmandu is one of the most visually rich destinations on Earth.
Kathmandu, Nepal – Smartphone Photography creative retreat – 14th November – 23rd November 2026
Led by Jet Lendon a photographer and educator who founded Jet Black Squares, which leads smartphone photography workshops internationally. Clients include Meta, Samsung, LinkedIn, Pinterest, KPMG and Vodafone. Jet is an enthusiastic and energetic advocate and highly regarded for teaching how to create and edit striking professional-quality images using a smartphone.
Tour curated by Bill Norman.
Features

Iconic location, on every photographer’s ‘bucket list’
Photograph the final days of the Chhath Puja Festival
Visit celebrated UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Explore temples, monasteries and historic squares
Photograph local artisans at work
Experience a sunrise Everest mountain flight (weather permitting)
Visit the cremation ghats at Pashupatinath
Overnight stay in Nagarkot for Himalayan sunrise views
Travel with experienced local guides throughout

For full itinerary and booking information please email: – roy@myphotoclub.co.uk
Designed for Smartphone Photographers
This tour is ideal for smartphone image creators who want depth, variety and authentic experiences.
Expect opportunities for:

Street photography
Portraits
Cultural storytelling
Architecture
Landscape photography
Festival photography

Suitable for all experience levels.
What’s Included

9 nights hotel accommodation
Single occupancy (unless requested otherwise)
Breakfast daily
All internal flights and road travel
Airport transfers
Excursions and admissions
Photography fees where required
Everest scenic flight (weather permitting)
Local guides and support staff
Guide and staff insurance
Exclusive commemorative hoodie, t-shirt and bag

Not Included

International flights
Nepal visa
Lunches and evening meals
Drinks and personal spending
Tips for guides and drivers

Price
£2,950 per person
Early Bird Price: £2,495 (book by 30th June)
Couples Saving: £200 off when sharing
Why Book Early
This tour is limited to 8 places to ensure a personal experience, easier movement and stronger photographic support.
Reserve Your Place
Experience Nepal through your camera with expert tuition in one of the most inspiring destinations anywhere.
Secure your place now.
For full itinerary and booking information please email: – roy@myphotoclub.co.uk

Photo Tour - Japan with Mark Hemmings
2027-01-21 - 2027-01-27 | Japan
A fantastic photography tour through Japan, visually rich and culturally fascinating: – the electric streets of Tokyo, the peaceful temples of Kyoto, and the snowy mountains of Nagano.
Led by internationally recognised travel photographer and workshop instructor Mark Hemmings, this is a carefully designed experience that blends photography, culture and travel.
Features

Iconic location, on every photographer’s ‘bucket list’
Led by Mark Hemmings, who has run Japan workshops since 2005
Designed to deliver both photographic improvement and a memorable travel experience.
Small group (max 12 photographers)
All-inclusive – accommodation, meals, transport and tuition
Travel on Japan’s famous bullet trains
Stay in high-quality hotels and traditional inns
Photograph a wide variety of subjects in a single trip

Mark said “The country of Japan is a really important travel destination. What it offers for food, nature, cities, architecture, wildlife, and especially photography, is amazing. That’s why I’m inviting you to the Japan trip of a lifetime”.
For full itinerary and booking information please email: – roy@myphotoclub.co.uk
What You’ll Photograph

Tokyo at night – neon lights, street scenes, long exposures
Japanese Snow Monkeys – wildlife in natural hot springs
Kyoto temples & streets – traditional culture and architecture
Bamboo Forest & Golden Pavilion – iconic Japanese landscapes
Matsumoto Castle – classic samurai architecture
Enoshima & Kamakura – coastal scenes with views of Mount Fuji
People, people, people

A Complete Photography Experience
This tour is designed to cover a wide range of photographic styles:

Street photography
Architecture
Landscape
Wildlife
Cultural storytelling

Whether you are using a professional camera or a smartphone, you will receive practical guidance to improve both your technical and creative skills.
Tour Overview
Duration: 7 days
Dates: 21–27 January 2027
Start/End: Tokyo
Price: £3,695 per person (double occupancy)
Single supplement: £370
Locations include:

Tokyo
Enoshima & Kamakura
Kyoto
Matsumoto
Nagano (Snow Monkeys)

Travel & Accommodation

High-quality hotels throughout
Traditional Japanese inn (Shibu Onsen) experience
Bullet train travel between cities
All in-country transport included (trains, taxis, subway)

This is a fully organised experience so you can focus on photography.
What’s Included

All accommodation
All meals
All transport within Japan
All entrance fees
Full photographic tuition throughout
Airport transfers (on tour start/end dates)

Not included:

International flights to/from Japan
Drinks and incidental snacks

Fitness & Practical Considerations

Significant walking each day
Some gentle hiking (e.g. snow monkey location)
Managing your own luggage between locations

The pace is relaxed, but you should be comfortable being active throughout the day.
Who This Tour Is For

Photography enthusiasts at any level, looking to improve their nature, city, architecture, street, landscape, people and wildlife photography
Those wanting both learning and travel experiences
Anyone interested in culture, food and visual storytelling

No specialist equipment is required — all camera types are welcome.
Your Tour Leader
Mark Hemmings
An experienced travel photographer and workshop leader from Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, Mark has been running Japan tours for nearly two decades.
Mark began his career in the late 1990′s when working on feature films and movies as a ‘stills’ and location photographer. In 1999 Mark moved to Japan for a year to learn advertising photography. In 2004 he developed his skills as a photography workshop instructor, teaching people how to create better photographs in such diverse places as Mexico, The Caribbean, Jordan, Israel, England, Korea, Hungary, Romania and Transylvania. Mark has published “iPhone Photography For Dummies” and “Android Smartphone Photography for Dummies” which are available worldwide.

Smartphone Photo Tour - Marrakech, Morocco with Jet Lendon (Early Bird Discount £248 - book by 31st August)
2027-03-15 - 2027-03-20 | Marrakech
Capture the magic of Marrakech, one of the most visually captivating cities in the world; souks, breathtaking gardens, desert landscapes and golden Moroccan light.
Marrakech, Morocco – Smartphone Photography creative retreat – 15th to 20th March 2027
Led by Jet Lendon a photographer and educator who founded Jet Black Squares, which leads smartphone photography workshops internationally. Clients include Meta, Samsung, LinkedIn, Pinterest, KPMG and Vodafone. Jet is an enthusiastic and energetic advocate and highly regarded for teaching how to create and edit striking professional-quality images using a smartphone.
Features

Small group (max 6 photographers) for a more personal experience
Stay in a traditional Riad in the heart of the Medina
Guided photography in the Medina – labyrinthine souks full of texture and colour
Sunrise hot air balloon experience (weather permitting) – palm trees and desert horizons
Visit to Majorelle Garden – blue gardens, patterned tiles and lantern-lit evenings
Day trip to the Ourika Valley waterfalls
Evening food tour
Free time for personal exploration

For full itinerary and booking information please email: – roy@myphotoclub.co.uk
Designed for Smartphone Photographers
This tour is ideal for smartphone image creators who want depth, variety and authentic experiences.
Expect opportunities for:

Street photography
Portraits
Cultural storytelling
Architecture
Landscape photography

Suitable for all experience levels.
What’s Included

5 nights accommodation
Single occupancy (unless requested otherwise)
Breakfast daily
All road travel
Airport transfers
Excursions and admissions
Photography fees where required
Hot air balloon ride
Local guide
Food tour

Not Included

International flights
Meals other than breakfast except where outlined in the itinerary
Drinks and personal spending
Tips for guides and drivers

Price: £2,475 per person
Early Bird Price: £2,227 (book by 31st August 2026)
Why Book Early
This tour is limited to 6 places to ensure a personal experience, easier movement and stronger photographic support.
Reserve Your Place
For full itinerary and booking information please email: – roy@myphotoclub.co.uk
