10D7N Floral Indulgence in Sanyo & West Japan

HIGHLIGHTS

Assemble dates:

03 JUN 2024

06 JUN 2024

Price: S$4,688

Tax & Fuel surcharge: S$540*

Seasonal Scenery:

Sera Kogen Nojo “Rose Festival”, Korakuen Japanese Garden “Iris”, Sasayama Tamamizu Yurien “Lily”

Unique Experiences:

Local Sweets ‘Momiji Manju’ Making Experience, Cherry Picking, Sake Brewery Visit, Maneki Neko Painting Experience

Sightseeing & Shopping Experiences:

Peace Memorial Park, Itsukushima Shrine, Omotesando Shopping Street, Hondori Shopping Street, Senkoji Ropeway, Shimanami Kaikyo, Kosanji Temple and Miraishin Hill, Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Kojima Jeans Street, Korakuen Japanese Garden, Lucky Cat ‘Maneki Neko’ Museum, Himeji Castle, Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets

Special Gourmet Delights:

Sumptuous Japanese multi-course dinner Japanese Kaiseki or buffet in Ryokans/Hotels, local delights at the restaurant

Hotel/Ryokan Stays:

02-nights of authentic Japanese Onsen experience in Hiroshima. 04-nights centrally located hotel in Onomichi, Okayama, Himeji & Osaka

ITINERARY

Day 1

Assemble at Changi Airport for Check in

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Day 2 Hiroshima Airport – Hiroshima 広島空港 - 広島

Hotel: Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima or similar / Western room

Meal: Meal on Board / - / D

Upon arrival at Hiroshima Airport, coach transfer to the city. We will visit Peace Memorial Park (平和記念公園). Built in remembrance of the tragic event, the museum highlights the history of Hiroshima and events of August 6. The Atomic Bomb Dome, is a designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as it is one of the few buildings to remain standing. Tonight, enjoy your dinner [Okonomiyaki Course] at a local restaurant. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in.

Day 3 Hiroshima – Miyajima – Hiroshima 広島 - 宮島 - 広島

Hotel: Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / -

This morning, transfer to Miyajima via ferry. In Miyajima, you will visit Itsukushima Shrine (厳島神社). A Shinto shrine on the island of Itsukushima (popularly known as Miyajima), best known for its "floating" torii gate. Next, enjoy your lunch [Anago Eel Set] at a local restaurant. After lunch, it is time to enjoy a Local Sweets ‘Momoji Manju’ Making Experience! It is a maple leaf shaped cake, a specialty of Miyajima. Thereafter, you will have some free time at Omotesando Shopping Street (表参道商店街). The main street holds many noodle restaurants, sncak shops and souvenir shops selling icons of the island, such as mini torii gates and rice spatulas. Transfer back to Hiroshima by ferry, and enjoy an evening leisure time at Hondori Shopping Street (本通り商店街). Filled with shops selling international and local brands, as well as restaurants and cafes, you will have dinner under your own here. Finally, transfer to back to the hotel.

Day 4 Hiroshima – Miyoshi – Sera – Onomichi 広島 - 三好 - 世羅 - 尾道

Hotel: Onomichi Kokusai Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, transfer to Miyoshi where the cherry orchard awaits you! Enjoy Cherry Picking which is just in season! This afternoon, your lunch [Grilled Pork Set] will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, take a stroll at Sera Kogen Nojo (世羅高原) ✿. The flower garden has been considered to rival some of the best flower fields in Japan. Fans of roses will definitely enjoy the rose festival that features 135 different varieties. Next, transfer to Onomichi and ride the Senkoji Ropeway (後楽園). At the top of the mountain, the aerial view of the town, Senkoji Temple and Park awaits you. Thereafter, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, enjoy your dinner [Japanese Kaiseki] at the hotel.

Day 5 Onomichi – Shimanami – Kurashiki – Kojima – Okayama 尾道 - しまなみ - 倉敷 - 児島 - 岡山

Hotel: ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Okayama or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

This morning, transfer to Shimanami and enjoy the scenic view of Shimanami Kaikyo (しまなみ 快挙). The main tower that supports the suspension bridge also offers a 360 degree panoramic view of the Seto Inland Sea islands. The vantage point will provide a seamless blend of the bridge and surrounding natural scenery. Next, visit Kosanji Temple (耕三寺) and Miraishin Hill (未来心の丘). The temple was founded in 1936 and modeled after some of Japan’s most famous temple buildings, such as the Yomeimon Gate and Phoenix Hall. Miraishin Hill, when translated means Heights of Eternal Hope for the Future, is completely made of Italian marble and features abstract statues. Lunch [Seasonal Japanese Set] will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, take a leisure stroll at Kurashiki Bikan Quarter (倉敷美観地区). Kurashiki is famous for the preserved canal area that dates back to the Edo Period (1603-1867). At that time, the city served as an important rice distribution center. Nowadays, Many of Kurashiki's former storehouses have been converted into museums, boutiques and cafes. Next, explore Kojima Jeans Street (児島ジーンズストリート), the birthplace of Japanese demin. The indigo dye is distinctive, such that it has been granted its own name – Japan Blue. Today, we will also have a Sake Brewery Visit in Okayama. Sake produced in this city has been famed as one of the best due to the quality of ingredients used such as rice and mineral-rich water. Dinner [Sake Brewery Course] today will be served at a local restaurant. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in.

Day 6 Okayama – Himeji 岡山 - 姫路

Hotel: Hotel Nikko Himeji or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Korakuen Japanese Garden (後楽園) ✿. Ranked as one of Japan's three best landscape gardens, it is located just beside Okayama Castle, which can be seen from the garden as "borrowed scenery". Enjoy lunch [Bara Sushi] at a local restaurant before we visit the Lucky Cat ‘Maneki Neko’ Museum (招き猫ミュージアム). Home to around 5,000 beckoning cats, it is Japan’s largest museum of the sort. Maneki Neko refers to a porcelain cat figurine that beckons with either its right or left paw. Many stores display it on their storefronts as a wish for more prosperity. Here, join the Maneki Neko Painting Experience and get to bring a lucky charm home! Thereafter, visit Himeji Castle (姫路城). Designate as the UNESCO World Heritage site, it is the largest and most visited castle in Japan. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, enjoy your dinner [Buffet] at the hotel.

Day 7 Himeji – Sasayama – Sanda – Osaka 姫路 - 嵐山 - 三田 - 大阪

Hotel: Hilton Osaka or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast, transfer to Sasayama and visit Sasayama Tamamizu Yurien (筱山玉水ゆり园) ✿. A famous lily garden located in Sasayama city and only open from June to early July. During this time, about 100,000 colorful lily plants spanning around 60 varieties blossom on the grounds. Thereafter, transfer to Sanda to visit Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets (プレミアム・アウトレット). Lunch will be under your own here. Filled with international and Japanese brands, get some shopping done here before heading to Osaka. After hotel check in, the rest of the day is free at your own leisure. Tonight, enjoy your own dinner in Osaka city.

Day 8 Osaka 大阪

Hotel: Hilton Osaka or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day free in Osaka city at your own leisure. Lunch and Dinner will be your own expense.

Day 9 Osaka – Singapore 大阪 - 新加坡

Meal: B / - / -

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After breakfast at the hotel, free at your own leisure until departure. Lunch will be under your own.

Bid farewell to Japan as we proceed to the airport and take a flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to helping you create your next perfect moments, always!

Day 10 Singapore 新加坡

Arrive at Singapore