Tour West Japan: Hiroshima + Art Island Naoshima

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Supera Tours Inc. reserves the right to substitute hotels, alter the itinerary, withdraw any tour, and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the operation of tours without prior notification. Supera Tours Inc. reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. Liability for such cancellation is limited to a full refund of the money received by Supera Tours Inc., and this will constitute full settlement with the tour member. High-quality headsets to hear our tour guide’s presentation clearly. Porterage service is provided at most hotels (where available). Bottled water is provided throughout the entire trip.

Insurance

All guests who book with us will be enrolled in our Medical Protection program which includes: Emergency Medical - $50,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation - $250,000 To help protect against unexpected surprises or cancellations, a separate comprehensive insurance plan is also recommended.

Guide

Our tours are fully escorted by charismatic and knowledgeable trained guides

Meals

Arranging great culinary experiences is a specialty we are very proud of. Before a restaurant is selected for our itinerary, our development team spends countless hours sampling dozens of restaurants for comparison. On this trip, you will have a chance to taste traditional Kaiseki banquets, modern fusion cuisine, Fugu (blowfish), Udon, Sashimi, Anago(conger eel) and much more!

Transport

All on-tour transportation included.

Accommodation

Luxury Accommodations Grand Hyatt Fukuoka: Stay in the heart of the city - walking distance to fun local shops and delicious eateries. Yuda Onsen Yuberu Hotel Matsumasa: Soak in the famous open-air bath featuring spring water 100% sourced directly from the earth. Sheraton Grand Hiroshima Hotel: Just 5-minute walking distance from Hiroshima Station, our convenient location lets you explore Hiroshima like a local. Kotohira Grand Hotel Sakuranoshou: One of Japan’s best Ryokan hotels, bathe in an open-air bath filled with fragrant rose petals. Arima Grand Hotel: Arima is considered one of Japan’s best hot spring towns, and the Arima Grand Hotel owns the best hot spring in town. Indulge in the centuries old hot spring rich in minerals.

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Others

Not Included in the Land Tour Price Airport pickup and sendoff for pre/post tour. Gratuities to your Tour Director, driver, and ships’ crew. Suggested at $80.00 per person at the end of the tour. Laundry, in-room telephone international roaming; mini bar; alcohol, beverages at hotel, ship, or restaurant. Porterage at airports; excess baggage fees; and all other items of a personal nature not outlined in the tour itinerary. Amendments after Departure The cost of any changes or additions will be at the local rate at the time of the amendment, not per the Supera Tours Inc. website or brochure, and must be borne by the passenger. Changes are subject to a $50 processing fee plus any associated costs charged by suppliers such as airlines, rail companies, or hotels. Unutilized Service Any unutilized tour features either on air transportation or for land arrangements are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Flights

International flights are not included. Competitive airfares available for our guests from the US or Canada. Please inquire separately at time of booking. If you are flying from outside the US or Canada, please book airline tickets separately.

Optional

If you are planning to arrive early before the tour or depart after the tour ended, we will be happy to help you book the hotel extension at the hotel we used on tour. Please inquire at the time of booking for rate per room per night.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Fukuoka Airport (Fuk) (20Mins,4 Miles) Fukuoka【Dinner】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive In Fukuoka Airport (Fuk) (20Mins,4 Miles) Fukuoka【Dinner】

Welcome to Japan! For guests within our pickup timeframe, a Supera representative will greet you at the arrival airport. Have a wonderful journey with us!
Day 2 Day 2: Fukuoka Sightseeing & Yuda Hot Spring 【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Fukuoka Sightseeing & Yuda Hot Spring 【3 Meals】

Mekari Park: Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view and see the Straits of Shimonoseki, dividing Kyushu from the rest of Japan.

Hagi: Stroll through an old castle town known for its Hagi-yaki pottery and the birthplace of modern Japan’s forefathers.

Akiyoshido: Witness the ever-changing beauty of the largest limestone cave in Japan.

Rurikoji Pagoda: Discover one of the oldest and most beautiful five-storied pagodas in Japan.

Yuda Onsen: Rest your tired feet in the famous foot baths of Yuda Onsen.
Day 3 Day 3: Iwakuni & Miyajima【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Iwakuni & Miyajima【3 Meals】

Saikotei Museum & Zen Gardens: Experience Kimono-wearing and stroll through the Japanese style Zen garden. The Saikotei Museum embodies a wealth of Japanese history and culture not to be missed by any visitor.

Ruriko Temple Pagoda: Discover one of the oldest and most beautiful five-storied pagodas in Japan.

Iwakuni Kintaikyo Bridge: Travel across one of the tremendous engineering feats of its time. The wooden bridge stretched over 570 feet and was built without a single nail.
Day 4 Day 4: Miyajima Ropeway & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park【Breakfast, Lunch】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Miyajima Ropeway & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park【Breakfast, Lunch】

Floating Torii Gate and Itsukushima Shrine: Take a ferry across the Seto Inland Sea to Miyajima for an up-close view of the iconic floating Torii Gate and the sacred Itsukushima Shrine

Miyajima Ropeway: To enjoy magnificent views of the Seto Inland Sea from Mt. Misen, a holy mountain on Miyajima, hop aboard the cable car here for stunning view of the vast sea and sky before you.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park: “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”—George Santayana. Encounter history at a profound memorial including the Hypocenter, A-Bomb Dome, and the Museum, dedicated to the preservation of peace.

Free Time: Hiroshima’s small-town feel makes it an ideal place to experience local cuisine independently (with the help of our suggestions of course!).
Day 5 Day 5: Shimanami Kaido Expressway & Kotohira-Gu Shrine 【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Shimanami Kaido Expressway & Kotohira-Gu Shrine 【3 Meals】

Shimanami Kaido Expressway: Travel across the Seto Inland Sea on a seaside bike tour or visit the Kosanji Temple, a Buddhist temple built to resemble many of Japan’s most famous temples.

Kotohira-gu Shrine: Ascend 1,368 stone steps for an excellent bird’s eye view of the Sanuki Plain at your feet. A visit here is considered a must-do for many Japanese people.
Day 6 Day 6: Mt. Washu Observatory & Kurashiki Evening【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mt. Washu Observatory & Kurashiki Evening【3 Meals】

Great Seto Bridge Memorial Park: Get a close-up view of the world’s longest two-tiered bridge. Spanning over eight miles, this monumental engineering feat is comprised of six consecutive bridges connecting five islands in the Seto Inland Sea.

Mt. Washu Observatory: Cross the Great Seto Bridge to Mt. Washuzan Lookout Point for spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea and the Great Seto Bridge.

Free time: Experience the historic town of Kurashiki Bikan area in Kurashiki within walking distance. The city offers a blend of the traditional Edo-period and modern Western influence against the backdrop of beautiful canals. Take some time and browse through local boutiques and cafes in the historical quarter or travel down the canal on a boat.
Day 7 Day 7: Explore Japan’S Hidden ’Art Island’ Naoshima【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Explore Japan’S Hidden ’Art Island’ Naoshima【3 Meals】

Art House Project: Visit a fascinating art installation in Naoshima’s Honmura district - a collection of seven reclaimed homes repurposed into surprising works of art.

Chichu Art Museum: Designed by acclaimed Japanese architect, Mr. Tadao Ando, this unique art museum is constructed mostly underground to avoid disrupting beautiful natural scenery of the surrounding Seto Inland Sea.

Lee Ufan Museum: One of the more recent additions to Naoshima, this small, contemplative gallery features works by the Korean contemporary artist Lee Ufan.
Day 8 Day 8: Explore Himeji Castle & Relax At Arima Hot Spring【3 Meals】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Explore Himeji Castle & Relax At Arima Hot Spring【3 Meals】

Himeji Castle: Explore the grounds of one of the best-preserved castles and a national treasure of Japan. (In the case of closure, we will visit Okayama Korakuen Garden, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan.)

Arima Onsen: Arima is one of Japan’s top three hot springs towns and one of the oldest. Enjoy a quintessential Japanese experience here with luxurious tatami-floored rooms, breathtaking scenery, and indulge in relaxing hot springs.
Day 9 Day 9: Depart Arima For Kansai Airport 【Breakfast】
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Depart Arima For Kansai Airport 【Breakfast】

In the morning, we leave Arima Onsen together and disband in Kansai Airport (KIX).

“Sayonara” or "Goodbye"! Our West Japan tour has come to an end.

* Please arrange flights departing from KIX after 12:55 PM.

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West Japan: Hiroshima + Art Island Naoshima

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Itinerary of your trip West Japan: Hiroshima + Art Island Naoshima

Day 1: Arrive In Fukuoka Airport (Fuk) (20Mins,4 Miles) Fukuoka【Dinner】

Day 2: Fukuoka Sightseeing & Yuda Hot Spring 【3 Meals】

Day 3: Iwakuni & Miyajima【3 Meals】

Day 4: Miyajima Ropeway & Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park【Breakfast, Lunch】

Day 5: Shimanami Kaido Expressway & Kotohira-Gu Shrine 【3 Meals】

Day 6: Mt. Washu Observatory & Kurashiki Evening【3 Meals】

Day 7: Explore Japan’S Hidden ’Art Island’ Naoshima【3 Meals】

Day 8: Explore Himeji Castle & Relax At Arima Hot Spring【3 Meals】

Day 9: Depart Arima For Kansai Airport 【Breakfast】

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