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FMJ 8D7N Summer Vacation in Tottori (DRIVE) (**LIMITED AVAILABILITY**)
Departure date:10 Jun, 2023 (Sat) Drive Tour
Day 00 (Sun, 11 Jun’23)
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Haneda.
Day 01 (Mon, 12 Jun’23)
Singapore – Haneda – Hiroshima
(-/-/-)
Hotel: Rihga Royal Hotel Hiroshima or similar
(Car pick up at Hiroshima Airport)
Arriving in Hiroshima, take a ferry to Miyajima, an island that is home to one of Japan’s most photographed sights and one of its top three most scenic views. A well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site, the bright red Itsukushima Shrine and its famous giant torii gate seem to float on water when the tide is high, creating a magical sight. The island is also fun to explore with a quaint old town, walking trails, a ropeway up Mt Misen, and plenty of friendly, free-roaming deer waiting to welcome you!
Day 02 (Tue, 13 Jun’23)
Hiroshima – Izumo
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Tsukiyo no Usagi (Hot Spring) or similar
Japan’s largest lily garden, Flower Station Sera is a sprawling flower park home to 300,000 blubs of lilies among other seasonal flowers. Surround yourself with the beauty and fragrance of the flowers and fully enjoy the spread of cheery blooms here!
More flowers and feathered friends await at Matsue Vogel Park where thousands of flowers and around 80 species of birds fill one of the largest greenhouses in the world. See and interact with birds from around the world and be entertained by the various bird shows. Then, take a stroll amongst flowers like begonias, fuchsias and more which bloom all year round here.
One of Japan’s most important shrines, Izumo Shine is often considered to be the oldest having existed since before the 7th century. It houses the deity Okuninushi, the mythological creator of Japan and deity of marriage, and is a designated National Treasure. Marvel at the impressive shrine and its massive shimenawa, a sacred rope made of straw, which is the largest in Japan. Afterwards, browse the many shops and restaurants which line the approach and pick up some souvenirs and snacks.
Day 03 (Wed, 14 Jun’23)
Izumo – Kaike Onsen
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Kaike Grand Hotel Tensui (Hot Spring) or similar
Yuushien Garden is most famous for its peony flowers with up to 250 varieties of the flower grown here. In addition, blossoming irises, hydrangeas, sweet flags and more can be seen in summer, showcased among traditional landscape garden elements like ponds, waterfalls, streams and rock gardens, creating magnificent scenes of beauty.
Established in 1980 by Adachi Zenko 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.
Option 1:
Matsue is famous for Japanese sweets known as wagashi and you can try some at Café Kiharu. A different kind of art, each wagashi is skilfully and carefully formed to delight both your eyes and tastebuds. Savour wagashi along with matcha green tea and a view of a Japanese garden. If you are lucky, you may be able to see a master wagashi craftsman at work too!
Option 2:
Coffee-lovers should not miss out on Café Rosso. Run by Japan’s top barista and runner up at the World Barista Championship, Hiroyuki Kadowaki, the coffee here is made with care from selecting and roasting beans to coffee extraction to latte art. Pair a cup of world class coffee with some cakes for the perfect teatime.
Day 04 (Thu, 15 Jun’23)
Kaike Onsen – Tottori
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Hotel New Otani Tottori or similar
Japan’s one and only museum showcasing everything about pears, the Tottori Nijisseiki Pear Museum is a pear paradise. Centred around a great pear tree with a branch span of 20m, the museum is replete with exhibits and information on Asian pear history and agriculture. See, and taste, the story of the Nijisseiki Pear, most deliciously served in the form of soft serve ice cream!
Next, visit the icon of Tottori, the Tottori Sand Dunes. Spanning 16km by 2km along the coast of the Sea of Japan, the naturally formed sand dunes reach up to 50m in height. Trek up to the Umanose “Horse’s Back” for outstanding views of the sea and sand ripples caused by wind sweeping across its surface. Activities like sand sledding and camel rides are also available for an extra memorable experience here.
After some fun in the sand, head over to the Tottori Sand Museum to marvel at some sand art! The world’s first museum specialising in sand sculptures, masterpieces by sculptors from around the world are exhibited here. As the sculptures are made of sand, they eventually collapse, making their transience part of the attraction.
This evening, dine 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.
Day 05 (Fri, 16 Jun’23)
Tottori – Kyotango
(Breakfast/Lunch/DInner)
Hotel: Centrale Hotel Kyotango (Hot Spring) or similar
Today, get an intimate glimpse of Japanese school life in a very special Togo Elementary School Activity. Visit a local elementary school where you will befriend the school children and discover what life is like for students in Japan. Learn the inspiring story of this small rural school with big dreams of cultivating a brighter future for the town and its children, and be touched by the passion and hope of the community.
Afterwards, stop by at the Uradome Coast to take in the sight of one of Japan’s most beautiful coastlines. With transparent waters, white sandy beaches and unique rock formations accentuated by pine trees, marvel at the natural beauty of this coast, a National Treasure and part of a UNESCO Global Geopark.
Today you will stay at Centrale Hotel Kyotango where you can experience some summer fun! Bask in the relaxing sight and scent of lavender growing around the hotel in this season, and perhaps harvest some for yourself. In the evening, enjoy a classic summer activity with an outdoor barbecue dinner!
Day 06 (Sat, 17 Jun’23)
Kyotango – Osaka
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Hotel Vischio Osaka or similar
(Car return in Osaka)
Visit one of Japan’s three most scenic views at Amanohashidate. A meandering pine tree-covered sandbar connecting both sides of the mouth of the Miyazu Bay, Amanohashidate is known as the “bridge to heaven”. See how this name came about by adopting the best viewing posture of “matanozoki” – standing with your back to the bay, bending over and looking at the sandbar upside down from between your legs!
Shop to your heart’s content at the Kobe-Sanda Premium Outlets. The largest mall in the Kinki region, you can find everything from luxury goods to daily use items here. With both local and international brands available, shop for your favourite items at outlet prices!
Day 07 (Sun, 18 Jun’23)
Osaka
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Hotel Vischio Osaka or similar
Enjoy a free and easy day in Osaka today. Known as the Kitchen of Japan, the rich food culture in Osaka is guaranteed to keep your stomachs filled with gastronomic delights, whether in the form of street favourites or fine dining. Lose yourself in the countless shopping and dining options at Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori, Osaka Station City and Umeda, or visit Universal Studios Japan for a day of theme park fun.
Day 08 (Mon, 19 Jun’23)
Osaka – Singapore
(Breakfast/-/-)
Flight back to Singapore.
DRIVE TOUR
Assemble date: 10 Jun 2023, Sat (SO14849)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
11 Jun SQ 636 Singapore - Haneda
Assemble date: 10 Jun 2023, Sat (SO14849)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
11 Jun SQ 636 Singapore - Haneda
2250 / 0645+1
12 Jun NH 677 Haneda - Hiroshima
1045 / 1210
19 Jun SQ 623 Osaka - Singapore
2325 / 0440+1
12 Jun NH 677 Haneda - Hiroshima
1045 / 1210
19 Jun SQ 623 Osaka - Singapore
2325 / 0440+1
1st & 2nd passenger
S: Vitz / Passe / Tank / Roomy / Yaris
Adult twin $4,580; Adult single $5,800
A: Aqua / Axio / Corolla / Fielder
Adult twin $4,680; Adult single $5,880
B: Prius / Fielder HV / Yaris HV / Corolla Touring HV
Adult twin $4,780; Adult single $5,980
WS: Sienta / Wish / Sienta HV
Adult twin $4,880; Adult single $6,280
WB: Estima / Vellfire / Alphard
Adult twin $5,280; Adult single $7,180
3rd & 4th passenger
(sharing same car with 1st & 2nd passenger)
Adult twin $4,180; Adult triple $3,980
Child twin $4,180; Child W/Bed $3,780; Child N/Bed $1,550
Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Meals as stipulated in itinerary
FMJ driving guidebook (1 per car)
ETC card and Japan Handphone (1 per car)
Comprehensive travel insurance
Car rental with insurance coverage
Portable rental Wifi router (1 per room)
Tour price excludes:
Air ticket
Airport taxes & fuel charges
Parking & Entrance fees to sightseeing spots
Petrol or Oil refilling
Application fee for IDP
Visa application fee (if any)
Beverage during meals (own payment)
Corkage charge (if any)
Any other charges not stated as included
Remarks:
Flower-viewing, sightseeing and activities are subject to weather conditions.
English Voice-over GPS Navigation system subject to availability.
The prices are subject to change upon fluctuations of currency exchange rates.
Flight schedule and the sequence of the itinerary are subject to change with or without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tour.
Minimum group size to confirm tour is 10 adults/children with bed.
Child no bed will be served simple meals.
Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.
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