81 JP 003 14 Days from Cochin

Explore Japan, Tour from Cochin, Kerala – 14 Days Budget friendly Tour

(Tour ID 81 JP 003)

14-day tour to Japan, with a stopover in Singapore, sounds like an incredible journey! Here’s an elaborated itinerary that includes some of the most fascinating experiences these destinations have to offer. This itinerary offers a mix of traditional and modern attractions, cultural experiences, and natural wonders, ensuring a memorable trip from India to Singapore and Japan. Adjustments can be made based on personal interests and travel pace.

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Day 1: Departure from Cochin International Airport to Singapore

Depart from Cochin International Airport to Singapore. Arrive in Singapore. Check into your hotel and relax after your flight.

Day 2: Exploring Singapore

Visit the Gardens by the Bay to see the iconic Supertree Grove and the Cloud Forest. Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Little India and Chinatown. Enjoy shopping and dining at Orchard Road. Take a night safari at the Singapore Zoo.

Day 3: Singapore to Tokyo, Japan

Flight from Singapore to Tokyo, Japan. Check into your hotel. Visit the Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, one of Tokyo's oldest temples. Explore the bustling streets of Shibuya and experience the famous Shibuya Crossing.

Day 4: Tokyo

Visit the Meiji Shrine and take a stroll through Yoyogi Park. Explore Harajuku for fashion and Takeshita Street for quirky cafes and shops. Enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.

Day 5: Tokyo (Day Trip to Nikko)

Take a day trip to Nikko. Visit the Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji. One of the most iconic features of Toshogu Shrine is the Yomeimon Gate, also known as the "Gate of the Setting Sun," which is adorned with numerous sculptures and carvings depicting various mythical creatures and motifs. Kegon Falls is one of Japan's most famous waterfalls, located near the town of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture. It is considered one of the three most beautiful waterfalls in Japan, along with Nachi Falls in Wakayama Prefecture and Fukuroda Falls in Ibaraki Prefecture. Lake Chuzenji is a popular destination for outdoor activities and recreation. Visitors can enjoy a variety of water sports such as boating, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. There are also several hiking trails around the lake that offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and waterfalls.

Day 6: Tokyo to Kyoto

Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen (bullet train). Visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of vermilion torii gates. Stroll through Gion, Kyoto’s geisha district.

Day 7: Kyoto

Explore the Arashiyama district, visit the Bamboo Grove and Tenryu-ji Temple. Visit Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) and Ryoan-ji Temple. Experience a traditional tea ceremony.

Day 8: Kyoto (Day Trip to Nara)

Take a day trip to Nara. Visit Todai-ji Temple, Nara Park to see the deer, and Kasuga-taisha Shrine. Todai-ji Temple, one of the most significant and historically important Buddhist temples in the country. It is renowned for its massive bronze statue of Buddha, known as the Great Buddha or Daibutsu, which is housed in the main hall.

Day 9: Kyoto to Hiroshima

Travel to Hiroshima by Shinkansen. Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum. One of the central features of the park is the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome), which is the only building left standing near the hypocenter of the explosion. The dome serves as a stark reminder of the devastation caused by the atomic bomb and has been preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Try Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki for dinner.

Day 10: Hiroshima (Day Trip to Miyajima)

Take a ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine and Mount Misen.

Day 11: Hiroshima to Osaka

Travel to Osaka. Explore the Osaka Castle and surrounding park. Enjoy Dotonbori, famous for its street food and neon lights.

Day 12: Osaka

Visit the Universal Studios Japan for a day of fun and adventure. Explore the Umeda Sky Building and its Floating Garden Observatory.

Day 13: Osaka to Singapore

Depart from Osaka to Singapore. Arrive in Singapore. Leisure time; maybe visit Sentosa Island or Marina Bay Sands for a relaxing evening.

Day 14: Return to Cochin International Airport, India

Check out of your hotel and head to the airport. Depart from Singapore to Cochin International Airport.