ROCS Bespoke Journeys Enchanting Japan

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14 Day Enchanting Japan A Journey Through Timeless Traditions And Modern Marvels Land Of The Rising Sun

FROM € 5499 PP

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14 DAYS 23 RD MARCH - 05 TH APRIL 2027

Visiting: Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Himeji, Nara, Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, Tokyo, Kamakura, Yokohama, Mt. Fuji, Disneyland Tokyo

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Enchanting Japan Land Of The Rising Sun

€ 5499pp 14 DAY GUIDED TOUR FROM

23 MAR - 05 APR 2027

Visiting: Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Himeji, Nara, Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, Tokyo, Kamakura, Yokohama, Mt. Fuji, Disneyland Tokyo DAY 1: MALTA – OSAKA

DAY 4: KOBE AND HIMEJI After breakfast, travel to the coastal city of Kobe. Visit the historic Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery, where you can discover more about the traditional techniques used to produce one of Japan’s most celebrated beverages. Later, continue to Himeji for an inside visit to the magnificent Himeji Castle. Widely considered Japan’s finest surviving feudal castle, its elegant white exterior has earned it the nickname “White Heron Castle”. After exploring this remarkable landmark, return to Osaka in the early evening. DAY 5: NARA AND OSAKA Following breakfast, depart for Nara, one of Japan’s most historically significant cities. Explore Nara Park, famous for its friendly free-roaming deer, before visiting the impressive Todaiji Temple, home to one of Japan’s largest bronze Buddha statues. Return to Osaka in the afternoon for a photo stop at Osaka Castle and a visit to the beautiful Nishinomaru Garden, particularly admired during the cherry blossom season. Later, enjoy panoramic views across the city from the Umeda Sky Building before returning to your hotel. Return to your hotel in the early evening and prepare a small suitcase for the following two nights. DAY 6: OSAKA – OKAYAMA – HIROSHIMA After breakfast, check out and begin your journey towards Hiroshima, stopping along the way in Okayama. Visit Korakuen Garden, considered one of

Japan’s three most beautiful landscape gardens, before exploring the striking Okayama Castle, whose distinctive black exterior has earned it the nickname “Crow Castle”. In the afternoon, continue to Hiroshima. Arrive in the early evening and check into your 4* Hilton Hiroshima or similar for a restful overnight stay. DAY 7: HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA ISLAND Following breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the Mazda Museum, subject to availability. Discover the story of one of Japan’s best-known automotive manufacturers and gain an insight into the country’s celebrated spirit of innovation. Later, travel to Miyajimaguchi and take the ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit the beautiful Itsukushima Shrine, renowned for its iconic “floating” torii gate rising from the waters of the Seto Inland Sea. Return to Hiroshima in the late afternoon for your overnight stay. DAY 8: HIROSHIMA – TOKYO VIA BULLET TRAIN Check out after breakfast and leave your main suitcase at the hotel for direct delivery to Tokyo. Begin the day by exploring Hiroshima’s poignant past at the Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Museum. Afterwards, transfer to Hiroshima Station and board the Shinkansen for an exhilarating high-speed journey to Tokyo. Arrive in the late afternoon, check in at the 5* Hilton Tokyo or similar and enjoy some time for shopping in Ginza, Tokyo’s sophisticated retail and

Your journey to the Land of the Rising Sun begins with a warm welcome from your ROCS Travel Group Manager at Malta International Airport. Your Group Manager will guide you through the check-in process, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Sit back and relax as you begin your overnight journey to Osaka via Dubai, looking forward to the captivating sights, rich traditions and natural beauty awaiting you in Japan. DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN OSAKA Arrive at Kansai International Airport in the late afternoon, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your 5* Hilton Osaka or similar. Upon arrival, check in and unwind following your journey. Osaka’s lively atmosphere, dazzling cityscape and renowned culinary culture provide the perfect introduction to Japan. Settle in and rest tonight as your exploration begins tomorrow. DAY 3: KYOTO’S TIMELESS BEAUTY Following breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Kyoto, Japan’s treasured cultural capital. Begin with a photo stop at the celebrated Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its seemingly endless pathway of vermilion torii gates. Continue to Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in Japanese tradition with a memorable kimono wearing experience. Conclude your visit with a peaceful walk through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Forest before returning to Osaka in the early evening.

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DAY 11: MT. FUJI AND LAKE KAWAGUCHIKO Following breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion beyond Tokyo to discover the beautiful landscapes surrounding Mt. Fuji. Travel to Lake Kawaguchi, where you will enjoy a scenic cruise with the possibility of spectacular views of Japan’s most iconic mountain. Later, ascend aboard the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway for sweeping vistas across the lake and surrounding countryside. After a memorable day in the shadow of Fuji-san, return to Tokyo in the early evening. DAY 12: TOKYO DISNEYLAND After breakfast, depart for a full day at Tokyo Disneyland. Step into a world of imagination and enjoy the park’s themed lands, colourful attractions, live entertainment and unforgettable atmosphere. Your normal entrance ticket is included, giving you the day to explore the park at your own pace. In the evening, rejoin the group and return to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Tokyo. DAY 13: TOKYO - MALTA Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before checking out and beginning your final day of

entertainment district. Later, transfer to your hotel, where your main luggage will be waiting, and settle in for the night. DAY 9: KAMAKURA AND YOKOHAMA After breakfast, venture south for a full-day excursion to Kamakura and Yokohama. Begin with a visit to Kotoku-in Temple to see the monumental Great Buddha of Kamakura, one of Japan’s most recognisable historic landmarks. Continue to Yokohama and explore the modern Minato Mirai waterfront district, known for its striking skyline and harbour views. Later, enjoy time in Yokohama’s colourful Chinatown, one of the largest of its kind in the world. Return to your Tokyo hotel in the early evening. DAY 10: TOKYO CITY TOUR After breakfast, begin your full day exploration of Tokyo with a visit to Ueno Park, one of the city’s major green spaces. Continue to Tokyo Skytree, one of Tokyo’s most recognisable landmarks and a major observation attraction. In the afternoon, participate in a traditional tea ceremony experience and learn more about Japanese tea customs. Conclude the day with visits to Sensoji Temple and Nakamise Street before returning to your hotel in the early evening.

sightseeing. Start with an immersive digital art experience at TeamLab Planets, where light, colour and movement combine to create a remarkable sensory journey. Continue to Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, one of Tokyo’s most beautiful green spaces and a particularly enchanting setting during cherry blossom season. Later, visit the world-famous Shibuya Crossing and stop for a photograph beside the beloved Hachiko Statue. In the early evening, transfer to Narita International Airport in good time for your late-evening flight to Malta via Dubai. Your ROCS Travel Group Manager will be on hand to assist with the check-in process and ensure a smooth departure. DAY 14: ARRIVAL IN MALTA Arrive back in Malta after an unforgettable journey through Japan, bringing home lasting memories of ancient traditions, vibrant cities, serene landscapes and the delicate beauty of the cherry blossom season.

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PACKAGE PRICE PER PERSON 3 SHARING (2 ADULTS + CHILD 2-10 YRS)

€5499 €5949 €5979 €8039

3 SHARING 2 SHARING

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OUR PACKAGE INCLUDES P RETURN FLIGHTS MALTA/OSAKA/TOKYO/MALTA P 7KG HAND LUGGAGE P 30KG LUGGAGE IN HOLD P AIRLINE TAXES AND FUEL CHARGES P 11 NIGHTS IN 4*/5* ACCOMMODATIONS P 11 BREAKFASTS P ALL EXCURSIONS AS PER ITINERARY P ALL TRANSFERS P AIR-CONDITIONED MOTOR COACH P COMPREHENSIVE GUIDED SIGHTSEEING P ACTIVE ITINERARY WITH UNIQUE CULTURAL FEATURES P SERVICES OF AN EXPERIENCED ROCS TRAVEL TOUR MANAGER

All quoted prices are per person unless otherwise specifically indicated. Please note that all prices and packages quoted are subject to the ROCS Travel terms and conditions listed at ROCS Travel Terms and Conditions. All prices are in EUR and are subject to change without any prior notice. ROCS Travel reserves the right to discontinue any offer at any time without prior notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

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