Winter Indulgence in Tottori & Kyoto

Day 00 (Wed, 21 Jan’26) 

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Haneda 

Day 01 (Thu, 22 Jan’26) 
Singapore – Haneda – Tottori – Kaike Onsen 
(-/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Yado Shiontei (Private Hot Spring) or similar 

Arriving in Tottori this morning, begin your journey with sumptuous lunch at Japan’s original shabu shabu restaurant. A dish that is now available all over Japan, shabu shabu originated when the restaurant’s founder brought the style of eating thin slices of meat lightly cooked in soup to Tottori from China. Replacing mutton with Tottori’s famous Olein 55 wagyu beef, shabu shabu here is matched perfectly with a sesame sauce in a mouth-watering combination. 

Check in to your accommodation at Yado Shiontei early this afternoon to fully enjoy the serene beauty of this luxury Japanese inn. Feel at ease in the elegant compound designed to bring comfort and relaxation, fuel your body with innovative cuisine featuring local specialties, and rejuvenate yourself in your in-room private hot spring bath fed by the famous hot springs of Kaike Onsen. 

Day 02 (Fri, 23 Jan’26) 
Kaike Onsen 
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Yado Shiontei (Private Hot Spring) or similar 

Have lunch with a view today at Yuushien Garden. Most famous for its peony flowers with up to 250 varieties grown here, they are showcased together with other seasonal flowers among traditional landscape garden elements like ponds, waterfalls, streams and rock gardens, creating magnificent scenes of beauty.   

Indulge in a feast of Matsuba crabs at Yado Shiontei this evening. Priding themselves in creating top quality cuisine, the highest standards of selection are employed in choosing their ingredients. When it comes to Matsuba crabs, only the top 0.1% of Sakai port’s roughly 30,000 Matsuba crab haul will make it to your dining table here.  

Day 03 (Sat, 24 Jan’26) 
Kaike Onsen – Yuhigaura Onsen 
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Ujo Soan (Private Hot Spring) or similar 

Established in 1980 by Adachi Zenko in order to combine his love of art and garden design, the Adachi Museum of Art houses a collection of renowned Japanese paintings, ceramics and other artwork. However, it is best known for its award-winning garden. The six stunning gardens here are said to be “as beautiful as pictures” and are indeed incredibly photogenic. Appreciate the artistic beauty of the gardens and artworks on a visit here this morning. 

Relax in the tranquil setting of your accommodation at Ujo Soan this evening. Staying in a private lodge, lavish in the peaceful atmosphere and unwind in your in-room hot spring bath flowing with ‘beauty spring water’. 

Day 04 (Sun, 25 Jan’26) 
Yuhigaura Onsen 
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Ujo Soan (Private Hot Spring) or similar 

This morning, pay a visit to Tamiya Raden, a top textile producer known for its unique silk woven with mother-of-pearl. Created using original methods, this exquisite fabric is highly regarded for Japanese kimonos and even sought after by international luxury fashion brands. Discover the history and methods of Tamiya Raden and admire this captivating textile which shines with the light of the sea. 

Japanese swords imbue an inexplicable beauty and power, having historically been associated with samurai warriors. These days, they are regarded more as artworks and protective charms, holding a place of reverence in collectors’ homes. Learn to appreciate the Japanese sword at Nippon Genshosha, a sword-making workshop bringing the tradition of swordsmithing to the new generation. See how the swords are forged at the workshop and feel the elegance of a Japanese sword in your hand.  

Later, take a stroll round Kinosaki Onsen, a quaint town of picturesque ryokan and old shophouses along a serene willow tree-lined river and one of the most popular hot spring towns in Japan. The old-fashioned town has successfully avoided overdevelopment, maintaining a cosy atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a stroll along the streets in yukata, visiting the town’s public baths, small shops and traditional game arcades. 

Day 05 (Mon, 26 Jan’26) 
Yuhigaura Onsen – Kyoto 
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Roku Kyoto (Private Hot Spring) or similar 

An integral part of Japanese tea ceremony, wagashi are traditional Japanese sweets that are as much a treat for the eyes as for the tastebuds. Often crafted into intricate designs with seasonal themes, these sweet treats bring an element of beauty to any teatime. Learn how to craft your own elegant and tasty sweet from simple ingredients in a wagashi making experience this morning. 

Spend the evening at Roku Kyoto, a luxury retreat set in the foothills of Kyoto’s mountains. Providing a quiet sanctuary in the ancient capital, find peace in its stylish, minimalist rooms, nature views, and private hot spring baths. 

Day 06 (Tue, 27 Jan’26) 
Kyoto – Uji – Kyoto 
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Hotel: Hilton Kyoto or similar 

Spend the day exploring the town of Uji, the matcha capital of Japan with a long history of Japanese green tea production. Dive right into the world of matcha by making your own in a matcha grinding experience. Using a traditional stone mill, grind tea leaves into matcha powder which you can then whisk up into a rich drink, especially flavourful given its freshness. 

Continue your matcha journey with a matcha kaiseki lunch at Tatsumiya, a traditional Japanese restaurant. Combining Kyoto kaiseki with matcha, Tatsumiya showcases both specialties in a delicious fusion of traditions, transforming matcha from something you drink into something you eat. 

Afterwards, take a stroll down Byodoin Omotesando, the main approach to Byodoin Temple. With numerous tea stores lining both sides of the 300m long street, this is the perfect spot to find some tea and souvenirs whilst enjoying the aroma of tea wafting through the air in one of Japan’s top 100 fragrant sites. 

Day 07 (Wed, 28 Jan’26) 
Kyoto 
(Breakfast/-/-) 
Hotel: Hilton Kyoto or similar 

Spend a free and easy day in Kyoto today. The former capital of Japan, Kyoto is brimming with history and culture and over half of Japan’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Wander around the many famous sights within the city, from Kinkakuji to Kiyomizu Temple, or take a trip out to Arashiyama where the old town and bamboo forest beckon.  

Day 08 (Thu, 29 Jan’26)
Kyoto – Kansai – Singapore 
(Breakfast/-/-) 

Flight back to Singapore