Babadai Group

Description (STARTING FROM $1,456.25)

Embark on a captivating 6-day journey through Japan, exploring its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Discover serene landscapes at Korakuen and Ritsurin Gardens, and witness the awe-inspiring Naruto Whirlpools. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the majestic Himeji Castle and the poignant Kobe Earthquake Memorial Museum. Immerse yourself in history at the Kurashiki Historical Quarter, Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Museum, and Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. Experience traditional Japanese culture at Matsuyama Castle, Ishiteji Temple, Dogo Onsen, and Kotohira Shrine. Enjoy shopping opportunities in the charming Kurashiki Historical Quarter and have free time to explore and shop in Osaka’s bustling districts like Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi.

Day 1

OSAKA Arrival.

Welcome to Japan! Transfer to the hotel and free time. You will receive information about the start of the circuit during the afternoon.

Day 2

OSAKA – HIMEJI – KORAKUEN – GARDEN – OKAYAMA (B, L)

We leave for HIMEJI, where we will include entry to its immense complex that shows us the architecture of Japanese castles. Lunch included in a local restaurant. We go on to OKAYAMA, where we will visit Korakuen, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan, with its lakes, waterfalls and traditional teahouses. Next, we head towards the Shinto shrine of Kibitsu-Jinja where the God Kibitsuhiko-no-Mikoto is venerated, which is the origin of the legend of Momotaro, symbol of Okayama Prefecture. We find a unique architecture with a corridor of 360 meters long. After the visit, free time in the city, active provincial capital of just over 700,000 inhabitants. Note: On some dates, we may be accommodated in FUKUYAMA or KURASHIKI. When this happens, the visit to Kibitsu-Jinja Temple will be cancelled. The visit to Kurashiki can be made on the same day in the afternoon.

Day 3

OKAYAMA – KURASHIKI – HIROSHIMA – ITSUKUSHIMA – HIROSHIMA (B, D)

We leave for KURASHIKI, a city with a very well-preserved historical center. Time for a stroll in this charming place with its atmosphere from the past. We continue on our way to HIROSHIMA, a city sadly known for the atomic bomb that fell on it in 1945 and which levelled the city. We will stroll around the Peace Memorial; the Dome of the bomb and we will visit the impressive Museum of Peace. After the war we will seek peace by embarking on a ferry to the island where men and gods live together, with the sanctuary of ITSUKUSHIMA dedicated to the guardian of the seas, built partially over the sea. Time to visit the temple, to stroll around its pretty center and have lunch. Return to our hotel in Hiroshima. Dinner included. Note: The order of the visits in Hiroshima may vary without affecting their content.

Day 4

HIROSHIMA – MATSUYAMA (B, L)

Today we will take a ferry to Shikoku Island, on a pleasant crossing that lasts two hours and a half and see the many islands that make up Japan. In MATSUYAMA we will take the cable car up to its impressive castle. Afterwards, we will visit ISHITEJI, a beautiful Buddhist temple and a place of pilgrimage. Lunch included. In the late afternoon, we will visit DOGO ONSEN (admission included), a traditional Japanese bath facility built in the 19th century.

Day 5

MATSUMAYA – KOTOHIRA – TAKAMATSU – NARUTO – KOBE (B, L)

We depart for KOTOHIRA, a Shinto shrine dedicated to the God of sailors and a place of pilgrimage. The shrine stands on Mount Zosu and is reached by climbing 785 steps. Afterwards in TAKAMATSU we will visit RITSURIN, one of the prettiest gardens in Japan. Lunch included. Then, in NARUTO, we cross an impressive bridge over the sea, stopping on the way to admire the construction and walk on its glass floor with the sea 45 metres below us. Our road is surrounded by beautiful scenery and then crosses long bridges between islands over the sea. Arrival in KOBE, accommodation.

Day 6

KOBE – OSAKA (B)

In Kobe we visited the Earthquake Memorial Museum, a place to remind the tragic seism that devastated the city in 1995 and its perfect reconstruction. We go on to OSAKA, arrival at noon. Note: On some dates, the Earthquake Museum may be changed for the Sake Museum or a climb up Kobe Tower. End of our services. Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.

Package Inclusions / Exclusions

What’s Included

• Travel by bus with English speaking guide
• Basic travel insurance
• Accommodations
• Breakfast buffet.
• Arrival transfer
• Ticket admission: Castle in Himeji, Korakuen Gardens in Okayama, Itsukushima Temple, Peace Museum in Hiroshima, Dogo Onsen, Ishiteji Temple in Matsuyama, Shinto shrine in Kotohira, Ritsurin Garden, Naruto Bridge, Earthquake Memorial Museum in Kobe.
• Ferry: Hiroshima – Miyajima, Hiroshima- Matsuyama.
• Funicular: Matsuyama castle in Matsuyama.
• 4 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Himeji, Hiroshima, Matsuyama, Takamatsu.

What’s Not Included

• International Flights
• Meals (Except mentioned on Program)
• SIM Card
• Personal Expenses
• Surcharge will be applied if there is any increase in the conversion rate