- Private airport transfers
- 14 Day Japan Rail Pass (Green)
- JPY1,500 Pasmo card for use on the non JR trains
- Private half day guided tour of Tokyo
- Day Tour of Kyoto by private vehicle with a driver guide
- Private taxi tour of Shirakawago
- 4 nights at the Sakura Prince Hotel in Tokyo
- 2 nights at the Hotel Nikko Kanazawa (Luxe floor)
- 3 nights at the Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel
- 4 nights at The Thousand Kyoto
- Breakfast daily
*Prices and inclusions are subject to change.
Japanese gardens are an amazing art form which has been refined for more than 1000 years. Many of these breathtaking gardens are located throughout Japan can been witnessed on our 14 Day Japanese Gardens Tour. On this tour we combine luxury accommodation and hospitality with Japan's spectacular gardens and fascinating sightseeing.
*inclusions shown in the bullet points - package does not include airfares
Okayama Castle
Korakuen Gardens
Kurashiki
From Hiroshima Station board a bullet train to Okayama Station. (40 mins)
Okayama is home to the magnificent landscape garden of Korakuen - another of Japan's three most beautiful gardens. The garden, covering about 14 ha., was completed in 1700. It contains rustic tea arbours, extensive lawns, lovely ponds, graceful groves, and peaceful hills, lanes and streams. All are tastefully arranged to harmonize with the surrounding hill and mountain. The maple trees, cherry and Japanese apricot groves offer beautiful seasonal contrasts.
Okayama Castle is a 3 minute walk from the south exit of Korakuen Garden, and was originally constructed in the 16th century. The four-storied donjon was rebuilt in 1966, which displays many relics of local history. Okayama Castle is sometimes referred to as the Crow Castle due to its black exterior.
Next, visit Kurashiki which is just 15 minutes by train from Okayama Station. In Kurashiki, explore the Arts and Culture Precinct (Bikan Chiku), where you will find several dozen old-style houses which have been converted into museums, craft shops and cafes. These are located along a quaint, tree-lined canal in the historic arts and culture district. Wander through this historical city on foot, taking in the beautiful townscape before heading back to Hiroshima.
Stay: Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel - 3/3
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