6 Days Japan - Castles & Cuisines

6 Days Japan – Castles & Cuisines

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Now’s the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers.

Now’s the time to explore Japan on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. Transport yourself to somewhere truly otherworldly on this quick, affordable six-day tour through some of Japan’s most dynamic and diverse cities. Immerse yourself in the serenely traditional culture of Kyoto before learning about Hiroshima’s fascinating, and fraught, history. Wrap up your adventure in Osaka, a city over-flowing with delicious cuisine and stellar nightlife. Your time in Japan might be short, but we make sure not a single minute will be wasted.

Explore the historic city of Hiroshima
Visit mystical Miyajima Island
Eat your way around the culinary capital of Osaka
And enjoy a first night out and big night out with your fellow travellers/new friends

Duration: 6 days
Start/Finish City: Kyoto to Osaka
Service Level: Basic – Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Grading: 2 – Light – Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings – Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group – Small group experience; Max 16, avg 14.

What’s Included

Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends. Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your Travel Rep and Group for duration of your trip. Your Big Night Out Moment: – Osaka: Nightlife, Osaka. Miyajima Island visit. Free time in Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Highlights

Explore the historic city of Hiroshima, visit mystical Miyajima Island, eat your way around the culinary capital of Osaka, and enjoy a first night out and big night out with your fellow travellers/new friends.

Japan

Leisure Travel

Small to Large Groups

Destination

Japan

Day 1 - Kyoto

Arrive at any time and welcome to Japan's imperial city and spiritual heart. For your first night out, immerse yourself in the evening serenity of Kyoto with your fellow travellers and Travel Rep. We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience this metropolis.

Your First Night Out Moment:

Connect With New Friends. Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Your Welcome Moment:

Welcome Moment - Meet Your Travel Rep and Group. Your opportunity to meet your Travel Rep and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher. Hostel: Piece Hostel Sanjo (or similar)

Day 2 - Kyoto/Hiroshima

Board a bullet train and travel to Hiroshima, known for its tragic history, powerful survival, and so much more. Opt to visit the Peace Park and Museum, Shukkei-en traditional Japanese garden, or Hiroshima Castle.

Free Time: Hiroshima

Half Day, Get out and explore this historic city.

Bullet Train: Kyōto

Hiroshima-eki 2h45m, Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Hiroshima Park and Peace Memorial

Hiroshima, Free-200JPY per person Walk through the Peace Park in the centre of Hiroshima, a living memorial dedicated to the tens of thousands who died from the atomic bomb blast in 1945. Visit the statue of Sadako Sasaki, a young girl who died of leukemia as a result of the bomb blast, despite folding 1,000 origami paper cranes to appeal to the gods to make her well. See the frame of the Gembaku Dome, the sole building to withstand the explosion. Reflect, remember, and be reminded of the power we all hold to create peace.

Accommodation

Hostel: Hiroshima Wabisabi Hostel (or similar)

Day 3 - Hiroshima

Take a ferry to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating torii gate and meet the friendly local deer. Opt to go for an easy hike around Mt Misen, and be sure to sample some oysters – a regional specialty.

Ferry:

Hiroshima – Miyajima, Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Miyajima Island Visit:

Miyajima – Hiroshima Take a trip to Miyajima Island, famed as one of Japan's most scenic spots, with a free afternoon to explore. See the famous floating Torii Gate, set out in the bay, which glows extraordinarily at sunset. The island is dotted with shrines and temples, populated by deer, and traversed with hiking trails for those who want to get some exercise. There are also lanes full of souvenirs and tasty treats. Visit Miyajima at your own pace, and have the option to hike up to the peak of the island, Mt Misen, to see spectacular views of the surrounding islands.

Free Time: Miyajima Afternoon

Spend free time however you choose. Opt to hike, try the region's famed oysters, or check out the local temples.

Mt. Misen Visit: Miyajima 2-6km

Free-1840JPY per person Set out for the summit of Mt. Misen, Miyajima’s highest peak at 500m (1,640 ft) above sea level. Opt to hike one of three trails through the forest and keep an eye out for wild deer or catch a ride on the ropeway and walk the remaining distance to the top. Take in great views of the Seto Inland Sea and on a clear day see as far as the city of Hiroshima.

Accommodation

Hostel: Hiroshima Wabisabi Hostel (or similar)

Day 4 - Hiroshima/Osaka

Catch a train to Osaka, one of Japan's culinary capitals with lots of neon lights and an outstanding nightlife. With free time, spend the afternoon exploring this diverse city with heaps to offer, including Osaka Castle Park, Shinsaibashi shopping street, and the Dotombori Bridge. Be sure to try takoyaki, the city's famous octopus snack, or share a group meal of kushikatsu.

Free Time: Osaka Afternoon

Get to know this vibrant city and be sure to sample some local eats like takoyaki or yakitori.

Bullet Train: Hiroshima-eki – Ōsaka 3h

Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.

Accommodation

Hostel: Imano Osaka Shinsaibashi Hostel (or similar)

Day 5 - Osaka

Get to know this captivating city with a day to freely explore. Check out the ramen museum or browse Umeda's many shops. Get ready to experience Osaka's buzzing nightlife on a final night out with your new friends. Grab a drink on our tab and reminisce the night away!

Free Time: Osaka Full Day

Continue exploring this vibrant city and be sure to experience the energy after dark on a final night out with the group.

Your Big Night Out Moment: - Osaka: Nightlife

Immerse yourself in the nightlife of Osaka. Follow your Travel Rep to the best spot and enjoy a drink on us to reminisce about all the life-changing adventures you've just shared with newfound friends (and add tonight to the list)!

Accommodation

Hostel: Imano Osaka Shinsaibashi Hostel (or similar)

Day 6 - Osaka

Today is departure day, but do not fret! There is no such thing as goodbye, only until next time. Share some last laughs and exchange social medias with your fellow travellers before departing at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this vibrant city.

Departure Day

From R25, 399

ZAR was R25399 Valid from Feb 1 2024

6 Days Japan – Castles & Cuisines