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FMJ 9D8N Autumn Drive in Aichi & Izu (DRIVE)
Departure date:12 Nov, 2023 (Sun) Drive Tour
Day 00 (Sun, 12 Nov’23)
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Nagoya.
Day 01 (Mon, 13 Nov’23)
Singapore – Nagoya
(-/-/-)
Hotel: Nagoya Tokyu Hotel or similar
(Car pick up at Chubu Centrair International Airport)
(Car pick up at Chubu Centrair International Airport)
Arriving in Nagoya this morning, make your first stop Uotaro Honten. A large fish market located on the bay, over 400 varieties of fresh seafood from the Ise and Mikawa Bay are sold here. See the different fresh and dried seafood, enjoy some freshly prepared seafood, or cook them yourself at the barbeque area.
With the prawn being the official fish of Aichi, it is no surprise that one of their most popular souvenirs is a prawn rice cracker. At Ebi Senbei no Sato, you can find the many different varieties of prawn crackers, see how they are made, and even make one for yourself!
Take a stroll at Tokugawa Garden later this afternoon. Built with the natural landscapes of Japan in mind, the garden features many elements such as a large pond, waterfalls, streams, rock arrangements and many flowers and plants. Especially beautiful when bathed in the colours of autumn, the garden is a pleasant spot for a relaxing stroll.
You will have some free time in Nagoya City this evening to enjoy shopping and eating in the fourth largest city in Japan. Go shopping at the many department stores around Nagoya Station, or head to Sakae, Nagoya’s most well-known shopping district filled with both brand name stores and shopping arcades. Try some of Nagoya’s specialty dishes like tebasaki, miso katsu, or hitsumabushi for a local dinner.
Day 02 (Tue, 14 Nov’23)
Nagoya – Gamagori
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: GIMPASO (Hot Spring) or similar
Drop by Iwayado Park this morning to take in the gorgeous seasonal colours amid the natural surrounds of unique rock formations, flowing river and waterfalls. In time for its famed autumn leaves festival, catch sight of the brightly coloured leaves along the river decorating the valley’s natural scenes.
Admire more autumn colours at Korankei Gorge next, considered to be one of the best autumn-viewing spots in the Chubu region. Over 4,000 maple trees were planted here by monks in the 17th century, producing stunning scenery along the Tomoe River and its scenic bridges each autumn.
Get some insight into Japan’s top automobile manufacturer, Toyota, at the Toyota Kaikan Museum. Located next to the company’s headquarters, learn about Toyota’s technologies, vision and production through entertaining exhibits and see the newest Toyota cars on display here.
Day 03 (Wed, 15 Nov’23)
Gamagori – Lake Hamana
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Hoshino Resorts KAI Enshu (Hot Spring) or similar
Take a walk at the Imo Wetlands this morning. Located unusually close to an urban area, the 5ha wetland is home to a variety of flora and fauna, some of which can only be found here. Admire the various wild plants and flowers dyed in the colours of the season.
Go behind the scenes of the popular Unagi Pie snack, a sweet confection flavoured with eel, at the Unagi Pie Factory. Here, you can see how Unagi Pie is produced, buy the popular snack, and try some special Unagi Pie desserts at the cafe.
Enjoy seasonal flowers next at Hamamatsu Flower Park where over 300 varieties of flowers bloom in turn throughout the year in this expansive park. Admire the flower displays in the gardens and greenhouse, including a special chrysanthemum exhibit which can only be seen at this time.
Day 04 (Thu, 16 Nov’23)
Lake Hamanaka – Nihondaira
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Nippondaira Hotel or similar
Shizuoka is known as the tea capital of Japan and at the Fujinokuni Cha no Minato Tea Museum, you can learn all about tea, from its history, industry, culture, and more. Experience a simple tea ceremony at its tea house flanked by a Japanese garden and buy some Shizuoka teas as souvenirs!
Soak in the sights of nature around you as you cross the ‘Dream Suspension Bridge’, Yume no Tsuribashi, in Sumata Gorge today. The 90m long bridge suspended 8m above the azure waters of the lake below is a thrilling yet breath-taking crossing that is made all the more scenic by the fiery red autumn hues lighting up the trees around it.
Day 05 (Fri, 17 Nov’23)
Nihondaira – Ito
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Hoshino Resorts KAI Ito (Hot Spring) or similar
Make a stop at the Numazu Fish Market this morning. Equipped with a passage for visitors above the auction floor, an observatory deck from which to take in the views of Mt Fuji and the sea, and restaurants, enjoy the freshest seafood inside the market and bring back some souvenirs.
At 400 metres, the Mishima Skywalk is the longest pedestrian-only suspension bridge in Japan. From here you can see Japan’s highest peak, Mt Fuji, and Japan’s deepest bay, Suruga Bay, along with nature views spreading as far as the eye can see.
An ancient Buddhist temple founded in 807 by Kobo Daishi, a prominent Buddhist teacher, Shuzenji Temple is one of Japan’s important cultural properties. As the setting of the rise and fall of the Minamoto clan, the beautiful temple is rich in history and has been awarded 2 stars in the Michelin Green Guide.
Day 06 (Sat, 18 Nov’23)
Ito
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Hoshino Resorts KAI Ito (Hot Spring) or similar
Shaped like an upside-down bowl, Mt Omuro is an extinct volcano covered in mountain grass with a 300-metre-wide crater. Take a chair lift up the mountain to stroll round the crater and be treated to 360-degree panoramic views of the surroundings which include Mt Fuji, Hakone and the seven islands of Izu.
No visit to Shimoda will be complete without a stroll along Perry Road. Located between the monument of Perry's landing and Ryosenji temple where the treaty was signed, this quaint stone pedestrian pathway showcases the unique sea cucumber wall that Izu is famous for. The walk itself is only fifteen minutes from end to end but is packed with traditional craft shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs while being crisscrossed by numerous picturesque bridges.
A gushing waterfall backed by basalt cliffs, the Joren Waterfall is located along the Kano River in a quiet forest. Surrounded by trees and the roaring spray of the falls dropping from a height of 25 metres, the air here feels cool even in summer.
Day 07 (Sun, 19 Nov’23)
Ito – Tokyo
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Imperial Hotel Tokyo or similar
(Car return at Nishi Shimbashi)
The beautiful Lake Ashi with Mt Fuji in the background is probably the scene most people think of when Hakone comes to mind. Some of the best views here can be had by taking the Lake Ashi Cruise out onto the iconic lake where you can be surrounded by the spectacular mountain, water and forests of Hakone.
Afterwards, take the Hakone ropeway up to Owakudani, a crater formed from the eruption of Mt Hakone around 3000 years ago. See the sulphurous fumes, hot springs and rivers on the mountain and admire the splendid view of Mt Fuji from here.
The Hakone Open Air Museum is an art lover’s paradise with unique art pieces spread across 70,000 square metres of open space. Art pieces combine beautifully with the surrounding trees, mountains and valley to create a harmonious balance with nature. The museum includes a massive multicoloured spiral tower you can climb, multiple play spaces for children amongst art, and one of the best collections of Picasso’s work.
Day 09 (Tue, 21 Nov’23)
Tokyo
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Imperial Hotel Tokyo or similar
Free and easy
Day 09 (Tue, 21 Nov’23)
Tokyo – Haneda – Singapore
(Breakfast/-/-)
Flight back to Singapore.
DRIVE TOUR
Assemble date: 12 Nov 2023, Sun (SO14886)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
Assemble date: 12 Nov 2023, Sun (SO14886)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
13 Nov SQ 672 Singapore - Nagoya
0120 / 0830
21 Nov SQ 633 Haneda - Singapore
1640 / 2320
0120 / 0830
21 Nov SQ 633 Haneda - Singapore
1640 / 2320
1st & 2nd passenger
S: Vitz / Passe / Tank / Roomy / Yaris
Adult twin $8,050; Adult single $11,900
A: Aqua / Axio / Corolla / Fielder
Adult twin $8,150; Adult single $11,900
B: Prius / Fielder HV / Yaris HV / Corolla Touring HV
Adult twin $8,250; Adult single $12,100
WA: Noah HEV / Voxy HEV / Esquire
Adult twin $8,650; Adult single $12,950
WB: Estima / Vellfire / Alphard
Adult twin $8,900; Adult single $13,450
3rd & 4th passenger
(sharing same car with 1st & 2nd passenger)
Adult twin $7,450; Adult triple $6,750
Child twin $7,450; Child W/Bed $6,100; Child N/Bed $2,800
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)
Car rental with insurance coverage
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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