TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- 19 meals: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 7 Dinners
- 2N Onsen Ryokan/Hotel stay
- Sakura Spot : Osaka Castle, Nijo Castle, Chidorigafuchi Moat, Teraogahara Senbonzakura Park, Philosopher’s Path, Shinjuku Gyeon National Garden
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site – kinkaku-ji
- Original and Relatively Complete Castle – Matsumoto Castle
- Landscape of Vocalnic Rocks on Mount Asama – Onioshidashi Volcanic Park
- Ranked among the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan – The Shiraito Falls
- One of the Japan’s Largest Outlet Mall – Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
- Newly Opened Facility – Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai
ITINERARY
SINGAPORE
DAY 1 SINGAPORE - KANSAI AIRPORT - OSAKA
Assemble at Changi Airport for our flight to Osaka, Japan. Begin your long-awaited vacation.
Upon arrival, meet & greet by guide & transfer to Osaka.
• Shinsaibashi - A vibrant and lively district famous for its neon lights, bustling streets, and delicious street food.
Accommodation: Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka or similar
Upon arrival, meet & greet by guide & transfer to Osaka.
• Shinsaibashi - A vibrant and lively district famous for its neon lights, bustling streets, and delicious street food.
Accommodation: Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka or similar
Crab Set Dinner Dinner
OSAKA
DAY 2 OSAKA - KYOTO
• Osaka Castle - This five-story castle is one of the most visually spectacular creations in the country, with a history that dates back almost 450 years!
• Kuromon Market - is a covered public market that stretches around 600 meters parallel to Sakaisujidori Street in the Minami area of Osaka. The market has about 150 shops that predominantly sell fish, meat and produce, with other shops also purveying traditional sweets and low priced clothes and homeware.
• Nijo Castle - It is one of the best-known castles in Japan, due to its historical importance, prominence and the city, and UNESCO World Heritage status.
•Philosopher’s Path - The path follows a canal which is lined by hundreds of cherry trees. Usually in early April these trees explode with color, making this one of the city's most popular hanami (cherry blossom viewing) spots.
Accommodation: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar
• Kuromon Market - is a covered public market that stretches around 600 meters parallel to Sakaisujidori Street in the Minami area of Osaka. The market has about 150 shops that predominantly sell fish, meat and produce, with other shops also purveying traditional sweets and low priced clothes and homeware.
• Nijo Castle - It is one of the best-known castles in Japan, due to its historical importance, prominence and the city, and UNESCO World Heritage status.
•Philosopher’s Path - The path follows a canal which is lined by hundreds of cherry trees. Usually in early April these trees explode with color, making this one of the city's most popular hanami (cherry blossom viewing) spots.
Accommodation: Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar
Hotel Breakfast
Seafood Lunch Lunch
Geisha Show with Kaiseki Dinner Dinner
KYOTO
DAY 3 KYOTO - GIFU
• Kinkaku-ji - A pagoda made to house the sacred relics of the Buddha - has given this temple the popular name of Kinkaku-ji (“Temple of the Golden Pavilion”), however the official name of this branch temple of the Rinzai-sect Zen temple of Shokoku-ji is Rokuon-ji. The temple was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.
• Okamoto Brewery + Tasting - The massive limestone cave has a total length of about nine kilometers, of which one kilometer is open to the public. The cave is spacious and easy to navigate, with ample lighting, paved paths and leveled steps.
• Kurokabe Square - Is home to charming buildings harking back to the Meiji era, and offers a rich selection of artisan glass workshops, museums, restaurants, galleries, and other such attractions.
Accommodation: Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa or similar ♨︎
• Okamoto Brewery + Tasting - The massive limestone cave has a total length of about nine kilometers, of which one kilometer is open to the public. The cave is spacious and easy to navigate, with ample lighting, paved paths and leveled steps.
• Kurokabe Square - Is home to charming buildings harking back to the Meiji era, and offers a rich selection of artisan glass workshops, museums, restaurants, galleries, and other such attractions.
Accommodation: Miyako Hotel Gifu Nagaragawa or similar ♨︎
Hotel Breakfast
Japanese Set Lunch Lunch
Hotel Dinner
GIFU
DAY 4 GIFU (TAKAYAMA)
• Hamonoyasan Sansyu Museum + Experience - "Seki knife museum" is based on learning and experiences. In the museum, the kitchen knife and Japanese sword making process are displayed. You can also see Japanese sword forging by sword smith Fujiwara Kanefusa. Only here, you can actually purchase a sword while listening to stories from traditional Japanese swordsmiths.
• Teraogahara Senbonzakura Park - The park got its start when local residents planted some 300 cherry trees in prayer for peace shortly after the end of WWII in 1951. Today, around 1,000 cherry trees grow along a two kilometer stretch of the Prefectural Route.
• Gujo Hachiman Museum – The best place to learn about Gujo Hachiman. A combination modern-retro style museum built on the inside of a tax office originally constructed back in 1920. The most interesting aspects of Gujo Hachiman - history, water, the Gujo Dance and more -- are divided into sections with their own individual exhibitions and explanations.
• Gujo Hachiman - Is a small, riverside town in Gifu Prefecture, known for its pristine waterways and its distinctive summer dance festival. The town was founded in the 16th century following the construction of Hachiman Castle.
Accommodation: Takayama Green Hotel or similar ♨︎
• Teraogahara Senbonzakura Park - The park got its start when local residents planted some 300 cherry trees in prayer for peace shortly after the end of WWII in 1951. Today, around 1,000 cherry trees grow along a two kilometer stretch of the Prefectural Route.
• Gujo Hachiman Museum – The best place to learn about Gujo Hachiman. A combination modern-retro style museum built on the inside of a tax office originally constructed back in 1920. The most interesting aspects of Gujo Hachiman - history, water, the Gujo Dance and more -- are divided into sections with their own individual exhibitions and explanations.
• Gujo Hachiman - Is a small, riverside town in Gifu Prefecture, known for its pristine waterways and its distinctive summer dance festival. The town was founded in the 16th century following the construction of Hachiman Castle.
Accommodation: Takayama Green Hotel or similar ♨︎
Hotel Breakfast
Miso Pork Set Lunch Lunch
Hotel Dinner
GIFU
DAY 5 GIFU (TAKAYAMA) - NAGANO
• Takayama Old Merchant Street - Located at the center of the castle town, the three main streets that make up the most popular part of Takayama's Historical District served as a bustling merchant town in times past. This area is referred to as Sanmachi-dori, and it is distinguishable by the distinctive, old architecture and shops that remain to this day.
• Matsumoto Castle - is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. The castle structures, in combination with their characteristic black wainscoting, give off an air of grandeur and poise.
• Komoro Nunobiki Strawberry Garden (Fruits Picking) - where is said Japan’s strawberry farming started! Enjoy picking and eating strawberries as long as and as much as you like!
*may change to other fruits picking
Accommodation: Karuizawa Prince Hotel West or similar
• Matsumoto Castle - is one of the most complete and beautiful among Japan's original castles. The castle structures, in combination with their characteristic black wainscoting, give off an air of grandeur and poise.
• Komoro Nunobiki Strawberry Garden (Fruits Picking) - where is said Japan’s strawberry farming started! Enjoy picking and eating strawberries as long as and as much as you like!
*may change to other fruits picking
Accommodation: Karuizawa Prince Hotel West or similar
Hotel Breakfast
Japanese Set Lunch Lunch
Hotel Dinner
NAGANO
DAY 6 NAGANO - TOKYO
• Onioshidashi Volcanic Park - Features a landscape of volcanic rocks that gives it an unique and rugged appearance. The park is shaped by volcanic sediment deposited here during the 1783 big eruption of Mount Asama.
• The Shiraito Falls - Located in the southwestern foothills of Mount Fuji. Ranked among the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan, the 150 meter wide cascade is fed by the volcano's spring water and flows off the edge of a 20 meter high cliff in thin white streams that resemble hanging threads of silk - hence its name. The base of the waterfall is easily accessible from the road via a walking trail in just a few minutes.
• Usui Pass Observation Platform - Beautiful views over the mountains of Gunma Prefecture on one side and Mount Asama on the other side can be enjoyed from this observation platform.
• Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - A massive shopping mall with about 240 unique shops. Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, made up of five different areas, has a full selection of not only brandname goods, but also daily goods, souvenirs, and restaurants.
After that, take a Shinkansen back to Tokyo. Upon arrival, transfer for dinner before back to hotel.
Accommodation: Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince or similar
• The Shiraito Falls - Located in the southwestern foothills of Mount Fuji. Ranked among the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan, the 150 meter wide cascade is fed by the volcano's spring water and flows off the edge of a 20 meter high cliff in thin white streams that resemble hanging threads of silk - hence its name. The base of the waterfall is easily accessible from the road via a walking trail in just a few minutes.
• Usui Pass Observation Platform - Beautiful views over the mountains of Gunma Prefecture on one side and Mount Asama on the other side can be enjoyed from this observation platform.
• Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza - A massive shopping mall with about 240 unique shops. Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, made up of five different areas, has a full selection of not only brandname goods, but also daily goods, souvenirs, and restaurants.
After that, take a Shinkansen back to Tokyo. Upon arrival, transfer for dinner before back to hotel.
Accommodation: Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince or similar
Hotel Breakfast
Izakaya Dinner Dinner
TOKYO
DAY 7 TOKYO
Free at your own leisure.
Accommodation: Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince or similar
Accommodation: Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince or similar
Hotel Breakfast
TOKYO
DAY 8 TOKYO - HANEDA - SINGAPORE
• Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden - One of Tokyo's largest and most popular parks. The park's spacious lawns, meandering walking paths and tranquil scenery provide a relaxing escape from the busy urban center around it.
• Chidorigafuchi Moat - A 700-meter-long lush green walkway along the moat of the Imperial Palace, and one of the top spots in Tokyo for viewing cherry blossoms.
• Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai - “Senkyaku banrai” means a constant flow of customers coming and going. And that’s the bustling atmosphere you will find at Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai. Situated next to Toyosu Market, Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai is made up of two main areas: Toyosu Edo-mae Market and Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club.
It is time to bid farewell to Japan and travel home with fond memories of the sights, sounds and stories we have collected on this incredible journey.
• Chidorigafuchi Moat - A 700-meter-long lush green walkway along the moat of the Imperial Palace, and one of the top spots in Tokyo for viewing cherry blossoms.
• Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai - “Senkyaku banrai” means a constant flow of customers coming and going. And that’s the bustling atmosphere you will find at Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai. Situated next to Toyosu Market, Toyosu Senkyaku Banrai is made up of two main areas: Toyosu Edo-mae Market and Tokyo Toyosu Manyo Club.
It is time to bid farewell to Japan and travel home with fond memories of the sights, sounds and stories we have collected on this incredible journey.
Hotel Breakfast
Japanese Set Lunch Lunch
Shabu Shabu Dinner Dinner
ARRIVED
DAY 9 ARRIVED SINGAPORE
We hope that you have had an enjoyable holiday with Dynasty Travel and look forward to our next trip together!
Price & Departure
Sun, Mar 30 -Apr 6
03JHON0930/25SQ
Available
From:
S$5,888
Important Notes
- The sequence of the tour is subject to change without prior notice in the event of a change in flight time, bad weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- All hotel accommodation star ratings are based on local Japanese standards.
- Onsen Hotel rooms are based on either tatami or western-style beds.
- During major conferences, fairs & festivals and extreme peak season, accommodation may be located outside the city or in an alternate city without prior notice.
- Booking terms and conditions apply.
