Seasonal Scenery: Hitachi Seaside Park, Ashikaga Flower Park, Nagatoro Town, Hitsujiyama Park, Komoro Kaikoen Park, National Alps Azumino Park, National Showa Kinen Park
Unique Experiences: Nagatoro River Cruise, Sachet Making Experience at Saiko Iyashino Sato Nemba, Strawberry Picking Experience, Yatabune Dinner Cruise
Upon arrival at Haneda Airport, transfer to Chiba for lunch [Eel Set] at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit Sawara "Little Edo Town" (佐原), a beautifully preserved merchant town featuring traditional Edo-period buildings, picturesque canals and historic warehouses. Stroll through its charming streets and experience the nostalgic atmosphere of old Japan. Finally, transfer to Mito for hotel check-in and dinner [Japanese Set].
Day 3 Mito – Kumagaya 水戸 - 熊谷
Hotel: Hotel Heritage Resorts or similar / Japanese room
Meal: B / L /D
After breakfast, visit Hitachi Seaside Park (国営ひたち海浜公園), a vast coastal park renowned for its spectacular seasonal flower displays throughout the year. In spring, admire the breathtaking fields of vibrant blue nemophila and bright yellow canola flowers that blanket the rolling hills. Next, visit Oarai Isosaki Shrine (大洗磯前神社), a historic seaside shrine best known for its iconic torii gate standing on the coastal rocks overlooking the Pacific Ocean. After lunch [Okemori-gozen] at a local restaurant, continue to Ashikaga Flower Park (あしかがフラワーパーク), one of Japan's most celebrated flower parks, famous for its magnificent century-old wisteria trees that create enchanting purple, pink and white floral tunnels in spring. Finally, transfer to the hotel and enjoy dinner [Japanese Set].
Day 4 Kumagaya – Karuizawa 熊谷 - 軽井沢
Hotel: Karuizawa 1130 or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, head to Nagatoro and enjoy the Nagatoro River Cruise (長瀞ラインくだり), where you can admire the scenic river gorge, unique rock formations and surrounding natural beauty from a traditional sightseeing boat. Afterwards, take a leisurely stroll through Nagatoro Town (長瀞), a charming riverside town especially beautiful during cherry blossom season. After lunch [Sauce Cutlet Bowl] at a local restaurant, proceed to Hitsujiyama Park (羊山公園), renowned for its stunning Shibazakura (Pink Moss) Festival, where vibrant pink, purple and white moss phlox create colourful floral carpets against the backdrop of Mt. Buko. Finally, transfer to Karuizawa for hotel check-in and dinner [Buffet].
After breakfast, visit Komoro Kaikoen Park (小諸城址懐古園), a historic castle park built within the ruins of Komoro Castle, renowned for its centuries-old trees and beautiful cherry blossoms in spring. Continue to Daio Wasabi Farm (大王わさび農場), one of Japan's largest wasabi farms, where crystal-clear spring water nourishes endless rows of fresh wasabi fields set against the picturesque Northern Alps. After lunch [Ariake-zen] at a local restaurant, visit National Alps Azumino Park (国営アルプスあづみの公園), a spacious nature park showcasing colourful spring blooms including tulips and canola flowers. Finally, transfer to Kamisuwa for hotel check-in and dinner [Japanese Set].
After breakfast, visit Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba (西湖いやしの里根場), a reconstructed traditional village nestled at the foot of Mt. Fuji, where you will enjoy a hands-on Sachet Making Experience. After lunch [Houtou and Inarizushi] at a local restaurant, continue to Oshino Hakkai (忍野八海), a picturesque village famous for its eight crystal-clear spring ponds fed by the melting snow of Mt. Fuji. Thereafter, proceed to Tokinosumika for a delightful Strawberry Picking Experience, where you can enjoy fresh seasonal strawberries straight from the farm. Finally, transfer to Gotemba for hotel check-in and dinner [Buffet].
Day 7 Gotemba – Tokyo 御殿場 – 東京
Hotel: Tokyo Dome Hotel or similar / Western room
Meal: B / - / D
After breakfast, enjoy free time for shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets (御殿場プレミアム・アウトレット), Japan's largest outlet shopping destination featuring a wide selection of international luxury brands and local retailers. Lunch will be at your own arrangement. Afterwards, visit Showa Kinen Park (国営昭和記念公園), an expansive national park renowned for its seasonal floral displays, where you may enjoy cherry blossoms, wisteria, canola flowers and colourful azaleas in bloom. In the evening, experience a traditional Yakatabune Dinner Cruise (屋形船), enjoying a delicious Japanese dinner while cruising through Tokyo's scenic waterfront. Finally, transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Day 8 Tokyo – Singapore 東京 - 新加坡
Meal: B / - / -
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After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time at your own leisure until departure.
Bid farewell to Tokyo as we proceed to the airport and take a flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to helping you create your next perfect moments, always!
Day 9 Singapore 新加坡
Arrive Singapore
*All the photos are for illustration purposes only
*The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions
*Meals indicated are for reference only and subject to change
*Flight schedule is subject to change
*Flower viewing locations are dependent on weather conditions
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