Day 00 (Sun, 22 Dec’19)

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Tokyo

Day 01 (Mon, 23 Dec’19)
Singapore – Haneda – Komatsu – Kanazawa – Wakura Onsen
(-/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Wakura Onsen Kagaya (hot spring) or similar
 
The first stop of your tour will be the Higashi Chaya District. Chaya, or teahouses, are where geisha have been entertaining guests with music and dancing since the Edo period. Many of these immaculately preserved traditional wooden houses have been converted into cafes and shops selling local specialities such as tea, gold leaf products and Japanese sweets, but a few remain as geisha houses, providing a brief glimpse into their lives.
 

Day 02 (Tue, 24 Dec’19)
Wakura Onsen – Shirakawa-go – Wakura Onsen
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Wakura Onsen Kagaya (hot spring) or similar
 
Journey out to Shirakawa- Go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for gassho-zukuri farmhouses, some of which are hundreds of years old. The thatched gassho-style roofs, designed to withstand heavy snowfall, are constructed entirely without the use of nails. In addition, the use of attic space in the roofs for cultivating silkworms is unique to Shirakawa-Go. Spend the morning wandering through the tranquil village of traditional houses and rice fields and take the chance to examine these architectural wonders up close.
 
Next up is our specially-organised Nanto Activity. Nestled deep in the mountains of the Japan Alps, this was the birthplace of Japan’s oldest folk song, Kokiriko bushi. Soulful singing is accompanied by music and dance that are both unique to the area. Feel the heart of the locals as you delve into their local culture with them.

 

Day 03 (Wed, 25 Dec’19)
Wakura Onsen – Kanazawa – Yamashiro Onsen
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Mori no Sumika (hot spring) or similar
 
Wander round the “Kitchen of Kanazawa” this morning at Omicho Market. The go-to market in Kanazawa for almost 300 years, 186 stalls selling fresh and cooked food fill the market with fresh seasonal seafood and produce. Sample the different foods on sale as you walk round the market and take in the lively atmosphere!
 
After being tantalised by the fresh seafood at the market, have a satisfying lunch of sushi in the heart of Kanazawa. With its location near the Sea of Japan, you can be assured that only fresh seafood is used on the menu. The high rainfall of the area also produces delicious rice which perfectly complements the seafood.
 
Follow your satisfying lunch with a visit to the icon of Kanazawa, Kenrokuen, one of Japan’s three most beautiful gardens. Gorgeous in every season, the garden is especially picturesque in winter when blanketed in a layer of pristine, white snow. Pine trees held up by yukitsuri, a Japanese technique used to protect branches from heavy snow, are a signature of the garden in winter and create a stunning image when reflected on the calm surface of the Kasumigaike pond.

Day 04 (Thu, 26 Dec’19)
Yamashiro Onsen – Lake Biwa
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Biwako Hotel (hot spring) or similar
 
Jagged basalt cliffs bordering the sea, carved over time by wind and waves, are the hallmark of Tojinbo. These unique rock formations can only be seen in three places in the world and paint a breath-taking picture when juxtaposed against the choppy sea. Take one of the trails to explore the cliffs and the different views it offers.
 
Stopping by at Hikone Castle, admire the historical castle with its unique design that incorporates different architectural styles. The 400-year-old castle is a designated national treasure and one of only 12 original castles in Japan that have survived since the feudal times. Admire the elegant beauty of the castle’s facade and take in the panoramic views from the top of the castle keep as well.

 

Day 05 (Fri, 27 Dec’19)
Lake Biwa – Osaka
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Hotel Vischio Osaka or similar
 
Get your shopping fix at Shinsaibashi, the premier shopping district in Osaka. One of Osaka’s oldest and busiest shopping areas, this is the place to go for high end fashion and brand name goods. Numerous department stores, fashion retailers, independent boutiques, tea shops and cafes line the covered arcade, while smaller, more traditional stores can be found on side streets branching out of it.
 
In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the city. Walk around Osaka Station City and Umeda and you will find bountiful options for shopping, dining and entertainment at the many department stores, underground shopping malls and shopping arcades.

Day 06 (Sat, 28 Dec’19)

Osaka

(Breakfast/-/-)

Hotel: Hotel Vischio Osaka or similar

Free and easy day in Osaka

Day 07 (Sun, 29 Dec’19)

Osaka – Singapore

(Breakfast/-/-)

Flight back to Singapore

COACH TOUR
Assemble date:   22 Dec, Sun (SO13928)

Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
22 Dec 19   SQ 636                Singapore - Haneda   
2245 / 0620*1

23 Dec 19   NH 751                Haneda - Komatsu 
0840 / 0945

29 Dec 19    SQ 621                Kansai - Singapore     
1655 / 2305

** Discounts **
- Early Bird Discount - 3% off tour price (after other discounts) Valid for bookings made by 31st July 2019. T&C apply. 
- 1st to 10th pax discount - S$ 200
- Loyalty Discount - Subject to number of times joined FMJ Tours

Tour price per person (in SGD)
Group size:   10-14 pax
Adult twin share $5,450; Adult triple share $5,250; Adult single $6,550
Child twin share $5,350; Child with Bed $4,850; Child no Bed $1,550
Group size:   15-19 pax
Adult twin share $5,050; Adult triple share $4,850; Adult single $6,150
Child twin share $4,950; Child with Bed $4,450; Child no Bed $1,550
Group size:   20 pax & above 
Adult twin share $4,650; Adult triple share $4,450; Adult single $5,750
Child twin share $4,550; Child with Bed $4,050; Child no Bed $1,550

Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Tours and Meals as stipulated in itinerary
Comprehensive travel insurance

Tour price excludes:
Air ticket
Airport taxes & fuel charges (Estimated, subject to change)
Visa application fee (if any)

Remarks:
The prices are subject to change upon fluctuations of currency exchange rates. 
Flight schedule and the sequence of the itinerary are subject to change with or without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tour.
Minimum group size to confirm tour is 8 adults/children. 
Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.