ROCS Bespoke Journeys Enchanting Japan

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.

JAPAN: LAND OF THE RISING SUN 2027

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