9D BEAUTY OF JAPAN ALPS, GIFU, TAKAYAMA & WAKAYAMA (GOLDEN ALPINE ROUTE)

Start your vacation with a delightful flight to Nagoya, Japan.

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Upon arrival, start your day at Nagoya's main attraction, Nagoya Castle. Built during the Edo Period as the residence of the Tokugawa clan's branch family, this historic site is designated a National Historic Site. Next, visit the Daio Wasabi Farm, one of Japan's largest wasabi farms and a popular tourist destination. The farm features expansive fields with a meticulously maintained network of streams that provide clear, flowing water from the Northern Alps, essential for wasabi cultivation. End your day with an overnight stay at a charming Hot Spring Hotel.

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*Groups arriving before 15 April 2025

• This morning, enjoy the snow at Hakuba Valley, Japan’s outdoor activity mecca in the mountainous region. View the magnificent Nagano Winter Olympics Ski Jumping Platform, a highlight of the 1998 Winter Olympics. Next, explore Kanazawa’s vibrant Omicho Market, filled with fresh produce and local delights. Wander through the well-preserved Higashi Chaya District, adorned with traditional wooden structures that evoke the city’s rich history.

Groups arriving after 16 April 2025

• This morning, embark on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, known as the “Roof of Japan.” Traverse 90 km of dynamic scenery through Mt. Tateyama in the Japan Alps using six types of transportation. (Note: The Snow Wall is subject to weather conditions, and transportation may be suspended or delayed due to weather or vehicle issues. Boarding times may change during peak periods.) Next, explore Kanazawa’s vibrant Omicho Market, brimming with fresh produce and local delights. Wander through the well-preserved Higashi Chaya District, adorned with traditional wooden structures that evoke the city’s rich history.

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After breakfast, head to Nabana no Sato Flower Garden, one of the largest flower gardens in Japan, where various flower fields bloom throughout the year. Enjoy a spectacular view of beautifully blooming flowers such as cosmos, dahlias, and roses, depending on the season. Visit the revered Ise Shrine, regarded as the "Soul of Japan" in Shinto beliefs. Wander through Okage Yokocho, a small district recreating a townscape of past centuries, featuring various shops and restaurants.

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Marvel at the majestic Nachi Waterfall, Japan's tallest uninterrupted single-drop waterfall, nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage site. Next, explore the Taiji-cho Whale Museum, a popular attraction featuring a massive whale replica and 1,000 materials related to whaling. Marvel at the photogenic Hashigui Iwa Rocks, coastal formations steeped in legend, and explore the Sandanbeki Cave, a 3-tiered sea cave known as the hiding place of a Kumano Navy ship. End your day at the Senjojiki Rock Plateau, a vast rock plateau reaching out into the Pacific Ocean, offering spectacular views in the beach resort town of Shiraham.

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This morning, visit the Kuroshio Market nicknamed "Tuna Land” to enjoy the rare experience of seeing an entire, freshly caught tuna expertly sliced and fileted. You can then immediately purchase the filleted fish, guaranteeing you the freshest mouthful of tuna. In the afternoon, proceed to Rinku Premium Outlets, a modern shopping centre with a resort atmosphere. Explore a wide range of well-known foreign brands, indulging in a bit of retail therapy. Continue your exploration in Osaka, Japan's second city. Immerse yourself in the dynamic energy of this bustling metropolis.

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Stop for photos at the famous Osaka Castle Park, one of the most popular destinations in Osaka. At the Cup Noodles Museum, learn about the creation of instant noodles, its history of development, manufacturing methods, and you can create your own cup noodle with soup and ingredients of your choice! (If Cup Noodles Museum is closed, it will be replaced by another attraction). Enjoy some shopping at Shinsaibashi and Dotombori before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Singapore. We hope you have had an enjoyable holiday with SA Tours!

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