9 Days 8 Nights Japanese Cherry Blossoms Adventure

Experience the art, rituals and the beauty of spring during the Cherry Blossoms season. Take advantage of this special offer as only few slots are available.

Travel Dates: April 13 to 21, 2026

Starting at $2,899

Destinations: Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Tokyo

Special Airfare starting at $899 with tax

Exclusions:

• International Airfare

• Travel Insurance

• Gratuities / Tips

Travelmate offers travel insurance starting at $282.00*

*price varies on age and resident state of the passenger

Package Inclusions:

• 8 nights hotel accommodation (3.5 stars)

• Daily breakfast / 5 lunches

• Sightseeing tours as specified

• Bullet train ride Tokyo to Kyoto

• Private transportation from/to airport

• Services of an English speaking guide

• Taxes / fess

Itinerary

Monday, April 13

Arriving in Osaka,  the person meeting the  group at the airport is waiting at the arrival area. He will take you to the hotel. Welcome dinner to be served  at a nearby restaurant. 

Tuesday, April 14

Today, you have a city tour of Osaka with a visit to its several famous  attractions. You’ll get a great overview of the city and its culture by exploring sites like historic Osaka Castle and bustling Dotonbori. The stops cover a wide variety of interests-foodies will love Kuromon market also known as “Osaka’s Kitchen”.

Also, enjoy the panoramic view at Umeda Observatory Building. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

Wednesday, April 15

Embark on a tour of Nara’s rich heritage. Visit two UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES:  Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine and interact with the sacred wild deer of Nara Park believed to be divine messengers for over 1,200 years.  The stop will stop at Kofuku –ji  Temple, known for its five-story pagoda then continues to Todai-ji Temple where you’ll see the awe inspiring Great Buddha statue.  Next, enjoy panoramic views from Nigetsu-do Temple and walk to Kasuga Taisha Shrine famous for its lanterns and deer. After exploring Nara Park, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Thursday, April 16

Today, you will have a unique experience being a local in Kyoto.  Visit the Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Built on a  hillside with sweeping panoramic views, this temple is surrounded by cherry trees that frame the pagodas and valley.  Late season blossoms and green foliage blend beautifully this time of the year.  They will visit the Gion District, where you can see historic streets lined with wooden teahouses, lingering cherry blossoms arching over narrow lanes.  The gentle blossoms add romance to Kyoto’s traditional atmosphere.  This is your chance to wear a traditional Kimono and walk around the Gion District, taking photos at your favorite spot in the park.   Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

Friday, April 17

You will check-out from  the  hotel and will be transferred to the Bullet train station. Enjoy the ride from Osaka to Tokyo. As the train speeds across the countryside,   you may spot pockets of late blooming cherry trees in small towns and rural landscapes. Sakura views depend on weather and local elevation but at this time of the year,  it offers scenic glimpses of spring countryside colors.

Upon arrival in Tokyo, you will be met by the tour guide and take you to the hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure

Saturday, April 18

Discover Tokyo’s must see landmarks today.  You will visit the Tokyo Skytree, a broadcasting and observation tower standing at a height of  634 meters, the tallest in Japan.  See the very famous Shibuya crossing and Hachiko statue.  The tour will also pass by Ueno Park, a very popular spot for cherry blossoms viewing especially along central Sakura-dori Avenue.  Get to visit the Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple). At this time of the year,  the grounds are sprinkled with carefully placed cherry trees. Combined with the five story pagoda and traditional market street, this creates a lively spring atmosphere even after peak bloom.   Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

Sunday, April 19

You will have a chance to see an excellent view of Mount Fuji on a clear day from Lake Kawaguchi.  The place adorned with several cherry trees line the northern lakeshore with Mt. Fuji  rising behind them considered as one of Japan’s most photographed spring scenes.   The tour will visit the Oshino Hakkai, a charming traditional village with clear spring ponds, thatched-roof homes and seasonal cherry blossoms. With Mt. Fuji is visible when the weather is clear, this stop offers a peaceful and very Japanese spring atmosphere.  Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

Monday, April 20

Enjoy Tokyo on your own. You may do restaurant hopping or enjoy shopping for local products only you can find in Japan.

Tuesday, April 21

Check-out hotel,  transfer to the airport.   Flight back home. 

Day	Destination
Mon, April 13	Arrival in Osaka
Tues, April 14	Osaka City Tour
Wed, April 15	Full Day Nara Tour
Thurs, April 16	Kyoto Tour
Fri, April 17	Osaka to Tokyo via Bullet Train
Sat, April 18	Tokyo City Tour
Sun, April 19	Fuji Lake Kawaguchi Tour
Mon, April 20	Day at Leisure
Mon, April 21	Departure flight back home

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

• Deposit of 20% of tour cost within 2 weeks of confirmation.

• Additional  deposit of  30%  due on January 17, 2026.

• Balance to be paid on February 17, 2026.

CANCELLATION PENALTY

• $75.00 per person when cancelled  from 90 days  prior to departure

• 25% penalty when cancelled  89 – 50 days prior to departure

• 50%  penalty when cancelled  49 – 30 days prior to departure

• 75% penalty when cancelled 29 - 15 days prior to departure

• 100% penalty when cancelled 14 days or less prior to departure

• No show -  100 % penalty

• Rate does not include airfare and based on double occupancy.

• Deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation.

• Travel insurance is on passenger’s account.

4 Days / 3 Nights Asian Escape

Looking to hit reset, explore new streets, and dive into unforgettable flavors? Whether it’s the neon buzz of Tokyo, the hidden alleys of Ho Chi Minh, or the food stalls of Taipei, Asia’s most exciting cities are calling. We've handpicked five destinations—each with its own rhythm, taste, and charm—to help you find the escape that fits you best.

Starts at $219 / per person + airfare

Destinations: Bangkok, Thailand; Taipei, Taiwan; Seoul, South Korea; Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam; Tokyo, Japan

Choose Your Itinerary

Bangkok, Thailand

• $219 / per person

• Inclusions:

  • 3 nights hotel stay

  • daily breakfast

  • half day temple tour

  • round trip airport transfers

Taipei, Taiwan

• $269 / per person

• Inclusions:

  • 3 nights hotel stay

  • daily breakfast

  • Yehilu, Jiufen & Pingxi Tour

  • round trip airport transfers

Seoul, South Korea

• $349 / per person

• Inclusions:

  • 3 nights hotel stay

  • daily breakfast

  • Palace Tour (Gyeongbok)

  • round trip airport transfers

Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

• $379 / per person

• Inclusions:

  • 3 nights hotel stay

  • daily breakfast

  • half day temple tour

  • round trip airport transfers

Tokyo, Japan

• $499 / per person

• Inclusions:

  • 3 nights hotel stay

  • daily breakfast

  • whole day (Tokyo) city tour

  • round trip airport transfers

Terms & Conditions:

• Applicable for a minimum of 2 persons

• Rates based on a 3.5-star hotel

• Sightseeing is on the seat in coach (SIC)

• Rates may vary depending on travel date and room availability

8 Days Japan Highlights

Take advantage of this amazing offer to explore Japan for 8 days. See the sites you have been dreaming of. Experience the rich culture, savor the authentic Japanese food, and many more exciting discoveries at stake.

Seats are limited, call us for reservation.

Travel Dates: May 26 - June 2, 2025

$1,999 per person (double occupancy) + airfare

Destinations: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Osaka, Kyoto, Narra

Package Includes:

• 4 nights hotel in Tokyo with breakfast (4-star)

• 3 nights hotel in Osaka with breakfast (4-star)

• Whole day Mt. Fuji tour with lunch

• City Tour in Tokyo, Kyoto / Nara, and Osaka with lunch

• Meals as stated in the itinerary

• Bullet train ride (Osaka - Tokyo)

• Transportation as state in the itinerary

• Services of an English-speaking guide

Itinerary

Monday, May 26

• Arrival in Osaka

Tuesday, May 27

• Osaka City Tour with Lunch

• 08:30 AM Pick-up from Hotel

• 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM Photo stop at Umeda Sky Building (10mins.)

• 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM Osaka Tenmangu Shrine + Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street (1.5hrs)

• 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Lunch nearby

• 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM Osaka Castle ground (45mins.)

• 02:30 PM - 05:00 PM Free time at Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi (2.5hrs)

• 05:30PM ETA at Hotel. End of tour.

• Inclusions: English Guide, RT Transfers, Guide Tip, Lunch

• Exclusion: Dinner, Personal expenses

Wednesday, May 28

• Kyoto / Nara Tour with Lunch

• Tentative Schedule as follow (sequence may be changed depending on the hotel that will be confirmed and time spent on each area may be adjusted depending on weather and traffic conditions on the day):

  • 08:00 AM Pick-up from Hotel

  • 10:00 AM -11:00AM Arashiyama Bamboo Forest + Togetsukyo Bridge (1hr)

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Lunch nearby Arashiyama

  • 01:30 PM - 02:15 PM Fushimi Inari (45mins)

  • 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM Nara Deer Park + Todaiji Temple (1hr)

  • 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM ETA at hotel. End of tour.

• Inclusions: English Guide, RT Transfers, Guide Tip, Lunch

• Exclusion: Deer feeds, Dinner, Personal expenses

Thursday, May 29

• Osaka - Tokyo by train

• Check-out from Osaka hotel and proceed to lunch before bullet train ride to Tokyo.

• After lunch, drop-off at Osaka station for bullet train ride to Tokyo.

• Inclusions: Private RT transfer to/from station, Guide (Shin-Osaka to Tokyo), Bullet train ticket from Shin-Osaka to Tokyo, Lunch.

• Exclusion: Dinner, Personal expenses

• 11:30 AM Pick-up from hotel

• 02:00 PM ETD from Shin-Osaka to Tokyo

• 04:30 PM ETA at Tokyo Station.

• 05:30 PM ETA at hotel.

• Free time on pax account.

Friday, May 30

• Mt. Fuji Tour with Lunch

• Tentative Schedule as follow (sequence may be changed depending on the hotel that will be confirmed and time spent on each area may be adjusted depending on weather and traffic conditions on the day):

  • 08:30 AM Hotel pick-up

  • 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Lake Kawaguchiko (45mins.)

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Lunch

  • 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM Arakuyama Sengen Park (1hr)

  • 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Oshino Hakkai (1hr)

  • 05:30PM ETA at hotel. End of tour.

• Inclusions: English Guide, RT Transfers, Guide Tip, Lunch

• *Optional dinner after tour (+30/pax)

Saturday, May 31

• Tokyo City Tour with lunch

• Tentative Schedule as follow (sequence may be changed depending on the hotel that will be confirmed and time spent on each area may be adjusted depending on weather and traffic conditions on the day):

  • 08:30AM Hotel pick-up time

  • Photo stop at Shibuya Crossing + Hachiko statue (30mins.)

  • Meiji jingu Shrine (1hr)

  • Tokyo Metropolitan Building Observatory (1hr)

  • 12:30 PM - 01:30PM Lunch (Shinjuku area)

  • 03:00 PM Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple) + Nakamise Shopping Street w/ Tokyo SkyTree photo stop from Asakusa (2hrs)

  • 05:30 PM Hotel drop-off. End of tour.

• Inclusions: English Guide, RT Transfers, Entrance fee at Temple, Guide Tip, Lunch

• *Optional dinner after tour (+30/pax)

Sunday, June 1

• Free Day on pax account

Monday, June 2

• Departure flight back home

Day	Destination
Mon, May 26	Arrival in Osaka
Tues, May 27	Osaka City Tour with Lunch
Wed, May 28	Kyoto / Nara Tour with Lunch
Thurs, May 29	Osaka - Tokyo by train
Fri, May 30	Mt. Fuji Tour with Lunch
Sat, May 31	Tokyo City Tour with Lunch
Sun, June 1	Free Day
Mon, June 2	Departure flight back home

• Rate does not include airfare and based on double occupancy.

• Deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation.

• Travel insurance is on passenger’s account.

8 Days Japan & Singapore

Travel to two of Asia’s fabulous cities – Tokyo and Singapore, experiencing their diverse cultures on this 8-day tour. Witness the cultural blending of these two cosmopolitan cities, while discovering the similarities and differences of each city’s way of life.

Destination: Japan, Singapore

Itinerary

DAY 01  DEPART HOMETOWN/TOKYO

 Board your flight to Tokyo.

DAY 02  ARRIVE IN TOKYO

Arrive in Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, to be transferred to your hotel by airport limousine bus.

 Set in the heart of Tokyo’s Shinjuku shopping and entertainment district, Hyatt Regency Tokyo is an upscale, high-rise hotel within minutes from Shinjuku station. Hotel offers 746 beautifully appointed guestrooms and contemporary dining ranging from Chinese and Western to Japanese cuisine, including French Restaurant which has been awarded two stars in the “Michelin Guide Tokyo″ for ten consecutive years.

DAY 03 TOKYO CITY TOUR (Breakfast)

This morning, see the best of Tokyo with a half-day tour of the city’s most glamorous neighborhoods and iconic landmarks. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

DAY 04 MT.  FUJI & HAKONE TOUR (Breakfast/Lunch)

Travel by coach to Mt. Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain at 12,388 feet. Stop at Mt. Fuji’s fifth station at 7,607 feet (weather permitting) , you will be inspired by the beauty of the landscape. After lunch, enjoy a boat ride across picturesque Lake Ashi. Afterward, take a scenic cable car ride up Mt. Komagatake to the Owakudani volcanic valley, famed for its scenic views and kuro-tamago hot springs. Afterwards, return to Tokyo by motorcoach.

*Pick-up service may not be available from your hotel.

DAY 05  TOKYO/SINGAPORE (Breakfast)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore, a global financial center with a tropical climate and multicultural population. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Perched on Fort Canning Hill in a restored colonial building on the ground of Fort Canning Park, The Hotel Fort Canning is within a short stroll to MTR stations and some of the city’s major attractions.

DAY 06 SINGAPORE CITY TOUR (Breakfast)

Our city tour of Singapore begins with a drive around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, the Cricket Club, the historic Parliament House, the Supreme Court and City Hall. Enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay at the Merlion Park. Do not miss out on this great photo opportunity with the Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of the oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples on Singapore island before driving past Chinatown. Next stop is the National Orchid Garden, within the Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts a colorful display of 60,000 orchid plants. Our final stop at Little India will entice you with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices. Early this afternoon we return to our hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

DAY 07  NIGHT OUT AT MARINA BAY (Breakfast) 

Enjoy a day at leisure. In the evening, join us for a tour to the Gardens by the Bay, discover exotic plants in the FlowerDome from the 5 continents which are displayed in 9 different gardens. Walk in the Cloud Forest and marvel at the 114 feet tall indoor waterfall, a mysterious world veiled in mist with and be amazed at the unique and fragile plants. Watch the SuperTree Grove come alive with an exhilarating display of light and sound at night! Be amazed with a birds-eye view of the city and Marina Bay from the top of Marina Bay Sand’s Skypark – it is a roof like no other, perched 656 feet in the air with observation deck in the clouds (weather permitting).

*This tour operates on Wednesday, Friday & Sunday.

DAY 08  DEPARTURE (Breakfast) 

Hotel check out time at 12:00 noon. Depart the hotel and head to the airport to catch your return flight home.

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Package Inclusions:

• Round-trip economy class airfare on Singapore Airlines

• 3 nights in a in a Guest Room at the Hyatt Regency in Tokyo

• 3 nights in a Deluxe Room at Hotel Fort Canning Singapore

• Daily breakfast, 1 lunch and Satay Sampling in Singapore

• Round-trip airport/hotel transfers

• Half-day Tokyo City Tour

• Full-day Mt. Fuji & Hakone tour

• Half-day Singapore City tour

• Night Out at Marina Bay Tour in Singapore

• All taxes, fees and carrier-imposed surcharges

• Booking Terms and Conditions apply

9 Days Classic Japan

Destination: Japan

Itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA - Osaka, Japan

Day 2 Welcome to Osaka, Japan

Welcome to Japan!

Upon arrival at Osaka Kansai Airport, a tour representative will meet your group at the airport and take the airport shuttle bus to the hotel with you. Take the rest of the day to rest up. Or, if you’re up for it, do some shopping.

(*Please note that while we are doing our best to accommodate early arrivals, hotel check-in time is generally after 3:00 pm. Baggage storage can be arranged at the hotel).

Day 3 Osaka – Nara – Kyōto (Breakfast)

This morning, first visit the Osaka landmark – Osaka Castle Garden Park, surrounded by greenery. The garden commands a beautiful view of the castle tower and the stone wall of a moat. Afterward, make your way to Nara, a city shrouded in legend and thronged with significant sites. Make a special visit to Nara Deer Park, home to the freely roaming deer. Considered in Shinto to be messengers of the gods, Nara’s nearly 1200 deer have become a symbol of the city and have even been designated as a natural treasure. Nara’s deer are surprisingly tame, although they can be aggressive if they think you will feed them. Deer crackers are for sale around the park, and some deer have learned to bow to visitors to ask to be fed.

In the afternoon drive to Kyoto, and visit Kyoto Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which straddle a network of trails behind its main buildings. And it has ancient origins, predating the capital’s move to Kyoto in 794.

Day 4 Kyōto (Breakfast)

Today you will be free at your own leisure to explore this historical city.

Day 5 Kyōto – Nagoya – Shizuoka (Breakfast)

This morning, depart Kyoto and head to Nagoya. Stop at the Nagoya Castle (only exterior) for a photograph, then, arrive at the amazing Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology —- which is widely considered to be one of Japan’s best Museums. In the afternoon, transfer to Shizuoka. Overnight in Shizuoka area.

Day 6 Shizuoka – Mt. Fuji Area – Tokyo (Breakfast)

After an early breakfast, soak up the scenery as you journey to Mt Fuji area. Make a stop at the Oshino Hakkai (Springs of Mt.Fuji) is one of the world’s cultural heritage sites where in a scenic setting with 8 ponds, views of Mt. Fuji & vendors of food & souvenirs followed by a cruise on Lake Yamanakako to witness stirring panoramas of Mt Fuji. Have lunch independently during a stop along your travels today, taking the opportunity to try some of Japan’s unique snacks and dishes. In the afternoon, drive to Tokyo. Stop at New National Stadium (Shin kokuritsu kyogijo) for a photograph. The stadium will serve as the main stadium for the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as being the venue for track and field events at the 2020 Summer Olympics as well as the 2020 Summer Paralympics. Finally, check-in to your hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Day 7 Tokyo (Breakfast)

Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to explore this dynamic capital city.

Day 8 Tokyo (Breakfast)

Today is free for leisure or last minutes shopping.

Day 9 Tokyo - Hometown (Breakfast)

Take the airport limousine bus to the airport for your return flight on your own. Bus schedules will be
provided by your tour guide in advance. Your amazing Japan trip ends.

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Package Inclusions:

1.  International air for air-inclusive package
2. Japan domestic ground transportation as shown on the itinerary
3. Hotels in each city as shown on the itinerary based on double occupancy
4. Meals as mentioned on the itinerary
5. Entrance fees as mentioned on the itinerary
6. English-speaking tour guide in each city

7. Booking Terms and Conditions apply

Exclusions:
1. International flights from/to Japan, as well as transportation to/from Japan (For Land Only).
2. Entry visa fees (if applicable).
3. Gratuities to guides & drivers and any expense of personal nature.
4. Our tour package does not include Travel Insurance. We recommend that you purchase Travel Insurance to  help protect you and your trip investment.

Accommodation:

Osaka KIX 1 night: Karaksa Spring Hotel Kansai Air Gate or similar
Kyoto 2 nights: S-peria Hotel Kyoto or Heian No Mori Kyoto or similar
Midland 1 night: Tsumagoi Resort Sai no Sato or similar
Tokyo 3 nights: Apa Hotel and Resort Tokyo Bay Makuhari or similar