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Tour Code: GTK5514210

Chugoku Japan Private Tour
71 Reviews
7 days 6 nights

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Room Type Explained

Single Room

Single room types are rooms for single room occupants.
One person will be occupying the hotel room throughout the tour.

Twin Room

Twin room types are rooms set for two people who will occupy one room, but will have two separate beds.

Double Room

A double room is a room that has one bed for two people to share.

Triple Room

A triple room is one room where three people may share the same room. It has three separate beds.

Japanese Style Room

A Japanese-style room traditionally does not have a western-style bed, it is a tatami floor room with futon bedding. However, if you prefer a western-style bed, you may request one though we cannot guarantee it.

Please note: If you would like to request neighboring rooms next to your traveling companions, you and your traveling companions must have the same room types in order to be next to each other. For example, if you have requested a double room, but your traveling companions have requested a twin, or triple room, then neighboring rooms cannot be accommodated. However, if both you and your traveling companions match in room type, then neighboring rooms will likely be arranged for your convenience.

Take in the beautiful scenery of the Chugoku Region while visiting hidden-gems and historical sites.

The Chugoku Region lies in the southwest of Japan's main isalnd, Honshu. The Chugoku region is comprised of five prefectures, with each offering stunning sights, tasty food, and rich history. Travel along on a private coach bus, while a knowledgeable English-speaking guide provides valuable insight into Japanese history and culture. Admire the beautiful mountain range and green pastures of the Chugoku Region.

From Osaka, journey to Himeji, where guests will visit Himeji Castle, one of Japan's twelve original castles that have never been destroyed by fire, war, or natural disasters. After seeing the castle and the nearby Kokoen Garden, visit Asago to visit the Takeda castle ruins. After exploring the ruins, rest for the night at a Japanese-style inn where you will have the chance to soak in a hot spring bath. In Tottori, known for its sand dunes spanning along the Sea of Japan, guests can take a camel ride through the dunes or admire large sand sculptures. Afterwards, visit Matsue and the Adachi Museum of Art, built by Adachi Zenko to inspire people with both art and landscaping. Visit another of the twelve original castles of Japan, Matsue Castle, famous for its dark exterior. Nearby, guests can find a former samurai district dotted with preserved buildings and former samurai residence.

Guests then travel to Hiroshima, a city wih a tragic history, where the Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Museum can be found. Learn more about the history of the city and its bright future ahead during your time here. After, take a ferry to Miyajima, where the famous Itsukushima Shrine, or the "floating" torii gate, can be seen. Before traveling back to Osaka, stop by Kurashiki to see the Ohara Museum of Art, Japan's first museum of Western Art. Travelers can find works of art by Picasso, Pollock, and more on display here. Take a stroll through the nearby Kokoen Garden, which features ponds, waterfalls, and various types of plants.

This itinerary can be customized based on your budget and interests. Please feel free to CONTACT US to plan your dream trip to Japan.

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Please Note:

● The price is per person with minimum 2 people, based on twin/double or triple room occupancy.
● The itinerary can be customized based on your interests and budget, please contact us to plan your perfect vacation to Japan.

Deposit

We require US$200 deposit per person to hold the space at time of booking and the final payment is due 2 month prior to departure

What's included

• 4 nights Western style and 2 nights Japanese style accommodation
• Meet and greet upon arrival at Osaka Kansai Airport or Itami Airport
• Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
• Private transfers between destinations in Japan
• Comprehensive escorted with AJT professional English speaking tour guide

Meals
• Breakfast everyday
• 2 dinners

Admission fees and activities
• All entry fees to sites, activities listed in the itinerary

What's NOT included

• International Airfares
• Meals that are not included in the itinerary
• Travel Insurance
• Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
• Personal expenses such as telephone and laundry bills

Additional Information

Transport
Travel by private van between destinations, baggage handling free.
Arrival Departure Airports
This tour starts and finishes in Osaka for arrivals and departures at Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM).
Meal Requests
Vegetarian or special meals can be arranged.
Meet and Greet
Meet and greet and private airport transfers on arrival and departure included

Itinerary In Brief

Day1 Arrive in Osaka
Day2 Osaka - Himeji - ASago - Kinosaki Onsen
Day3 Kinosaki Onsen - Tottori - Matsue
Day4 Matsue - Izumo - Hiroshima
Day5 Hiroshima
Day6 Okayama - Kurashiki - Okayama - Osaka
Day7 Tour Ends

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Tour schedule and prices subject to change without notice

Day1

Welcome to Osaka!

Meet your private driver in the airport's arrival hall and travel to the hotel by private car.

Hotel Elsereine Osaka or similar class

Day2

Osaka - Himeji - Asago - Kinosaki Onsen

In the morning, we will leave our hotel in Osaka and travel to Himeji, where we will visit Himeji Castle. The castle is both a national treasure and a world heritage site, which is why it is considered by many to be Japan's greatest castle. Himeji Castle is also one of twelve original castles that have never been destroyed by fire, war, or natural disasters. We will also visit the nearby Kokoen Garden, where guests can stroll by ponds, waterfalls, and admire the serene landscape. After exploring the spectacular castle grounds, we will make our way to Asago to visit the Takeda castle ruins. After exploring the ruins, we will head to Kinosaki Onsen, where we will stay for the night. After having dinner at our inn, try on a yukata and take a stroll through this onsen town or soak in a hot spring bath.

Breakfast / Dinner

Kawaguchiya Kinosaki Riverside Hotel or similar class

Day3

Kinosaki Onsen - Tottori - Matsue

After breakfast, we travel to Tottori, most widely known for its sand dunes. Spanning along the Sea of Japan, the sand dunes were formed over thousands of years and now feature several attractions. Guests can take a camel ride through the dunes or admire large sand sculptures. Afterwards, we will head to to Matsue to visit the Adachi Museum of Art. Built by Adachi Zenko in 1980, the museum features both works of art and a beautiful garden that changes through the seasons. Adachi Zenko hoped to inspire people with his two interests of art and garden design by constructing this single museum.

Breakfast / Dinner

Matsue Shinjiko Onsen Hotel Ichibata or similar class

Day4

Matsue - Izumo - Hiroshima

Today, we will visit Matsue Castle, another of the twelve original castles of Japan. The castle is sometimes referred to as the 'Black Castle' for its dark exterior. Many guests enjoy the scenery surrounding the castle, which includes the Horikawa River, flowing into a moat surrounding the castle. We will enjoy a boat ride around the moat before heading to Matsue's former samurai district. Among the many preserved buildings lies Buke Yashiki, a former samurai residence which is now open to the public as a museum. In the afternoon, we will head to Izumo Grand Shrine, considered to be the oldest shrine in Japan. This shrine's main deity is Okuninushi, known as the deity of marriage and good relationships. After exploring the shrine, we will head to Hiroshima in the evening.

Breakfast

Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima or similar class

Day5

Hiroshima

We will start our day by exploring Hiroshima, a city wih a tragic history, where we will visit the Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Museum. The Memorial Peace Park area once served as the political and commericial heart of the city. The A-Bomb Museum located in the park was one of the only buildings left standing after the bomb. Learn more about the history of the city and its bright future ahead during your time here. We will then set out to Miyajima, where we will see the famous Itsukushima Shrine, the "floating" torii gate. During high tide, the water covers the bath to this torii gate, making the shrine look as if it's floating on the water. During low tide, guests are able to walk out to the famous torii gate.

Breakfast

Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima or similar class

Day6

Okayama - Kurashiki - Okayama - Osaka

In the morning, we will make our way to Kurashiki, where we will visit the Kurashiki Canal. Take a ride on a boat along the canal, which is surrounded by willow trees and old storehouses. Near the canal, we will also find Ohara Museum of Art, Japan's first museum of Western Art. You can find works of art by Picasso, Pollock, and more on display here. We will then visit Korakuen Garden, considered one of three top landscape gardens in Japan. This spacious garden was constructed in 1687 as a place for the ruling family to relax and unwind while being surrounded by ponds, streams, and various types of trees. We will then travel back to Osaka, where our tour together will come to an end.

Breakfast

Hotel Elsereine Osaka or similar class

Day7

Tour Ends

After breakfast, our tour officially ends! The rest of your day is free for leisure until your transfer to Osaka Kansai Airport or Itami Airport for your flight.

Breakfast

Experiences

Accommodations

PLEASE NOTE: These are the hotels All Japan Tours generally uses on the touring styles and regions shown. There is no guarantee that you will stay in the lodgings listed on the website. We encourage you to check your travel documentation for confirmation of the exact accommodation you will be staying in.

Tottori Sand Dunes

Destinations

Osaka / Himeji / Asago / Kinosaki Onsen / Tottori / Matsue / Izumo / Hiroshima / Okayama / Kurashiki

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Airport Transfers	Airport transfers are NOT included unless otherwise specified	Airport transfers are included* (If no options are taken: hotels are not requested to be changed and passengers use the correct airports)	Airport transfers are included if arriving on the first day of the tour and returning on the last day of the tour	Private airport transfers are included if arriving on the first day of the tour and returning on the last day of the tour	Airport transfers are NOT included unless otherwise specified
Transfer between cities	Transfer between cities via private coach and Shinkansen (bullet train), depending on the itinerary			Transfer between cities via private coach and first class Shinkansen (bullet train), depending on the itinerary	Transfer between cities via Shinkansen (bullet train) or express train. Private minivans are also used occasionally where public transport is not available or practical
Sightseeing	Sightseeing by private coach with an escorted guide		Sightseeing by private coach and public transportation with an escorted guide		Sightseeing via public transportation (local train, subway & local bus) with local guides
Admission fees and activities	All entry fees to sites and activities listed in the itinerary are included
Luggage Transfers	Luggage transfers by private coach from hotel to hotel, plus separate luggage transfers are included on select tours				Separate luggage transfers are included
Meals	Breakfast every morning, plus meals as indicated (vegetarian or special meals can be arranged)
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Ages	4 years old and above			6 years old and above
Health & Activity	In order to enjoy our tour, you should be able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing activities can only be accomplished on foot. Wheelchairs can be arranged upon request. However, we regret that we’re unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.				These tours are tailored to the energetic traveler; guests should feel comfortable walking from 4 to 10 miles a day depending on the tour and destination.

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Take in the beautiful scenery of the Chugoku Region while visiting hidden-gems and historical sites.

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Additional Information

Itinerary In Brief

Day1

Welcome to Osaka!

Day2

Osaka - Himeji - Asago - Kinosaki Onsen

Breakfast / Dinner

Day3

Kinosaki Onsen - Tottori - Matsue

Breakfast / Dinner

Day4

Matsue - Izumo - Hiroshima

Breakfast

Day5

Hiroshima

Breakfast

Day6

Okayama - Kurashiki - Okayama - Osaka

Breakfast

Day7

Tour Ends

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