Cherry Blossom Japan

Travellers from Mysore assemble at the Parichaya Holidays office at 4:00 PM. The group travels to Bangalore and enjoys a South Indian dinner at Hotel Gokul Veg near the airport before heading to check-in for Cathay Pacific flight CX-624. Bangalore travellers arrive at the airport by 10:00 PM on their own. Finish immigration and wait for boarding.

Flight departs 01:25, connects through Hong Kong, arrives Narita 20:20. Your tour guide greets you at the airport with an engaging introduction to Japan's rich culture and history. Depending on arrival time, dinner at a local Indian restaurant or a packed meal at the hotel. Upon check-in, receive your room key and your Yukata — the traditional Japanese garment you'll wear the next day. Tour manager briefs you on tomorrow's programme.

After continental breakfast, visit Tokyo Skytree — one of the world's tallest towers with panoramic city views. Stroll Nakamise-dori in the historic Asakusa district, admire the iconic Kaminarimon Gate and serene Sensoji Temple. Don your Yukata for memorable photos! After Indian lunch, enjoy a scenic Sumida River Cruise timed to coincide with predicted full cherry blossom bloom on 26 March 2026 — an absolutely magical experience. Visit the famous Chidorigafuchi Park, lined with cherry blossoms along a serene moat, perfect for photography and leisurely walks.

After breakfast, experience TeamLab Planets — an immersive digital art museum where you walk through breathtaking interactive installations blending light, sound and motion for an unforgettable sensory journey. Explore Odaiba's vibrant waterfront with iconic photo backdrops including the Rainbow Bridge and Statue of Liberty replica. Post Indian lunch, free time at Ginza — Tokyo's upscale shopping and entertainment district. Experience the world-famous Shibuya Crossing (one of the world's busiest intersections) and photograph the loyal Hachiko Statue — symbol of devotion and friendship.

Check out and head to Japan's most revered icon — Mount Fuji (3,776m), home of Konohanasakuya-hime, goddess of nature and blossoms. Weather permitting, ascend to the 5th Station for panoramic views. If weather is unfavorable, visit the UNESCO-listed Oshino Hakkai — eight crystal-clear ponds fed by Fuji's snowmelt, offering stunning reflections. Take a serene Lake Ashi cruise from Hakonemachi-ko to Togendai-ko with Fuji rising behind. Ascend the Hakone Ropeway through volcanic Owakudani — dramatic steaming vents and sulphurous landscapes. Taste the legendary black eggs boiled in natural hot springs, said to add seven years to your life! Drive to peaceful coastal Oiso for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, visit the spectacular Mishima Skywalk — Japan's longest pedestrian suspension bridge at 400 metres, offering breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, Suruga Bay and the lush Izu Peninsula. A photographer's paradise and a thrilling walk above the treetops. After lunch, enjoy a scenic countryside drive to the enchanting Nabana no Sato — one of Japan's most celebrated flower parks, famous for its vibrant seasonal blooms and magical LED illuminations after sunset. Millions of lights transform the park into a glowing wonderland of light tunnels and illuminated waterways. Drive to Nagoya for an overnight stay.

Board the world-famous Nozomi Shinkansen — the fastest bullet train — at Nagoya Railway Station for a swift ~500km journey to Hiroshima (main luggage transferred separately by bus). After Indian lunch, take a ferry to the enchanting Miyajima Island — "Island of the Gods" — and visit the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima Shrine with its iconic floating torii gate rising from the sea at high tide. The island's friendly deer, sacred atmosphere and coastal views make it among Japan's most photographed destinations. Return to Hiroshima for the deeply moving Atomic Bomb Dome and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum — UNESCO World Heritage Sites dedicated to peace and hope. Board another Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka for an overnight stay.

Journey to Kyoto — the "Soul of Japan" and ancient imperial capital for over a thousand years. Visit the magnificent Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion), its brilliant gold-leaf exterior shimmering against the surrounding pond. At the pinnacle sits a golden phoenix symbolising rebirth. Stroll the ethereal Arashiyama Bamboo Grove — towering bamboo stalks, rustling softly, create a meditative, almost otherworldly experience. Visit the spectacular Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine — thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding up the hillside, dedicated to the Shinto god of prosperity. Return to Osaka for dinner and overnight.

Explore Nara — Japan's first permanent capital. Stroll through charming streets past traditional Japanese homes to the magnificent Tōdai-ji Temple (UNESCO) — housing the world's largest bronze Buddha Vairocana (15 metres). The serene Nara Park is home to hundreds of sacred deer, considered divine messengers. During cherry blossom season, the sakura-lined park is breathtakingly beautiful. Photo stop at Osaka Castle — a symbol of Japan's samurai legacy. Free time at Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi — dazzling neon, endless shopping, and mouthwatering street food. Drive to hotel near Kansai Airport for convenient next-day departure.

Early breakfast or packed breakfast before transferring to Osaka Kansai Airport. Board CX-503 to Hong Kong (10:00) and connect to CX-623 to Bangalore (20:35), arriving 00:10. As we bid "Sayōnara" to Japan, we carry not just souvenirs, but the priceless sight of Mount Fuji in the mist, the serenity of Kyoto's golden temples, the gentle deer of Nara, and the warmth of Japanese hospitality. Mysore-bound guests board the luxury coach from Bangalore — reflecting on a truly extraordinary journey as we head home.