International Signature

Japan - Sakura Silk and Soul

Discover Japan in its most enchanting season, when delicate cherry blossoms frame ancient temples, mountain landscapes and vibrant city streets. From the energy of Tokyo to the serenity of Mount Fuji, the heritage of Kyoto, the poignant history of Hiroshima and the coastal beauty of Miyajima, this thoughtfully curated journey brings together Japan’s most memorable experiences. Travel aboard the iconic Shinkansen, savour Indian-friendly dining alongside Japanese cuisine, and experience a country where timeless traditions meet extraordinary modernity.

The route

Tokyo - Kyoto - Hiroshima - Osaka

Discover Japan in its most enchanting season, when delicate cherry blossoms frame ancient temples, mountain landscapes and vibrant city streets. From the energy of Tokyo to the serenity of Mount Fuji, the heritage of Kyoto, the poignant history of Hiroshima and the coastal beauty of Miyajima, this thoughtfully curated journey brings together Japan’s most memorable experiences. Travel aboard the iconic Shinkansen, savour Indian-friendly dining alongside Japanese cuisine, and experience a country where timeless traditions meet extraordinary modernity.

Plan this journey
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Collection
International Signature
Stays
4 handpicked
Journey
No. 35

The destination

Discover Japan in its most enchanting season, when delicate cherry blossoms frame ancient temples, mountain landscapes and vibrant city streets. From the energy of Tokyo to the serenity of Mount Fuji, the heritage of Kyoto, the poignant history of Hiroshima and the coastal beauty of Miyajima, this thoughtfully curated journey brings together Japan’s most memorable experiences.

Travel aboard the iconic Shinkansen, savour Indian-friendly dining alongside Japanese cuisine, and experience a country where timeless traditions meet extraordinary modernity.

Japan - Sakura Silk and Soul

Velora signature experiences

The details, already
taken care of.

09 arrangements included

01

Sakura in Bloom — The Beauty of Spring

02

The Mount Fuji Perspective — Nature at Its Finest

03

Tokyo Afterglow — A City of Contrasts

04

The Shinkansen Experience — Japan in Motion

05

Kyoto’s Timeless Soul — Heritage & Harmony

06

Hiroshima — A Journey of Reflection

07

Miyajima Island — Sacred Shores

08

Osaka After Dark — Flavours & City Lights

09

The Velora Dining Experience — Comfort Across Cultures

A slower itinerary

Days designed
to breathe.

  1. Day 01

    Arrival & Welcome to JAPAN - SAKURA SILK & SOUL

    Arrive in Tokyo, Japan’s captivating capital. Meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and enjoy a relaxed evening, preparing for the experiences ahead.

    • Leisure Day at your own pace to settle
    Meals
    Welcome Dinner included
    Stay
    Hotel Gracery Shinjuku / Shibu Park or Similar
    Arrival & Welcome to JAPAN - SAKURA SILK & SOUL
  2. Day 02

    Tokyo City Tour and Cherry Blossoms

    Discover the timeless charm of Tokyo with a visit to Asakusa and the iconic Senso-ji Temple, followed by a leisurely stroll through Nakamise Shopping Street, known for its traditional Japanese souvenirs and local delicacies. Experience the vibrant energy of the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, then explore the trendy streets of Harajuku and the elegant avenues of Omotesando, where contemporary fashion meets modern Japanese culture. Complete the experience with a seasonal cherry blossom visit to a beautiful location such as Shinjuku Gyoen or Ueno Park, subject to bloom conditions, park entry availability, and seasonal access.

    • Heritage · City landmarks · Sakura viewing
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Gracery Shinjuku / Shibu Park or Similar
    Day 2 Exploration
  3. Day 03

    Mount Fuji & the Poetry of Spring

    Today, journey into the Mount Fuji region, where traditional landscapes and sweeping mountain views offer a memorable contrast to Tokyo’s busy streets. Visit the Lake Kawaguchi area, known for its scenic waterfront and views towards Japan’s celebrated peak. If weather and road conditions permit, include a visit to a suitable viewpoint or Chureito Pagoda area for photographs of Mount Fuji and its surrounding landscape. Enjoy a planned lunch during the excursion, with time for seasonal photography and local shopping before returning to Tokyo. Dinner will be arranged before your overnight stay.

    • Scenic excursion · Lake Kawaguchi · Mountain views
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Gracery Shinjuku / Shibu Park or Similar
    Day 3 Exploration
  4. Day 04

    Japan in Motion — Tokyo to Kyoto

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to the railway station for your Shinkansen journey towards Kyoto. Experience one of Japan’s defining travel icons as the high-speed train carries you through changing cityscapes and countryside. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle into the atmosphere of Japan’s former imperial capital. Depending on arrival time, enjoy an introductory walk through a traditional district or explore the shops around Kyoto Station. A planned lunch and dinner will provide a comfortable dining experience, including Indian-friendly options as arranged.

    • Shinkansen journey · Cultural capital · Overnight in Kyoto
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Granvia Kyoto / RIGHA Gran Kyoto or similar
    Shinkansen Ride
  5. Day 05

    Kyoto’s Timeless Soul

    Spend the day discovering Kyoto’s enduring cultural heritage. Visit Kiyomizu-dera, celebrated for its impressive wooden terrace and views over the surrounding hills, followed by a walk through the atmospheric lanes of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka. Continue towards the Gion area, known for its traditional wooden architecture and historic streets. Depending on seasonal conditions, include a visit to a garden, park or riverside location for cherry blossom viewing. Enjoy a planned lunch and dinner, with time to appreciate Kyoto’s distinctive blend of tradition, craftsmanship and everyday life.

    • Temples · Traditional streets · Cherry blossom trails
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Granvia Kyoto / RIGHA Gran Kyoto or similar
    Day 5 Exploration
  6. Day 06

    Hiroshima — A Journey of Reflection

    After breakfast, check out and travel by rail to Hiroshima. Following arrival, explore the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and view the Atomic Bomb Dome, significant landmarks dedicated to remembrance and peace. The visit offers an opportunity to reflect on the city’s history and its remarkable renewal. Depending on the final schedule, there may be time to visit the Peace Memorial Museum or enjoy a walk through the city centre. Lunch and dinner will be planned around the day’s sightseeing, followed by an overnight stay in Hiroshima.

    • Intercity rail · Peace Memorial Park · Overnight in Hiroshima
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Granvia Hiroshima / RIGHA Gran Hiroshima or similar
    Hiroshima
  7. Day 07

    Miyajima’s Sacred Shores & Onward to Osaka

    After breakfast, travel towards Miyajimaguchi and take the ferry to Miyajima Island, celebrated for its iconic torii gate and scenic coastal setting. Explore the Itsukushima Shrine area, enjoy time for photographs and browse the island’s local shops, subject to ferry schedules and tide conditions. Following a planned lunch, return to the mainland and continue by rail towards Osaka. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Dinner will be arranged in Osaka, where the atmosphere is livelier and the city’s culinary culture is an attraction in its own right.

    • Island excursion · Itsukushima Shrine area · Overnight in Osaka
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Nikko Osaka / Cross Hotel Osaka or Similar
    Miyajima Island
  8. Day 08

    Osaka — Culture, Flavours & City Lights

    Enjoy breakfast before exploring Osaka, a city known for its lively character, food culture and contemporary energy. Visit Osaka Castle Park, where the castle grounds provide a beautiful setting for a spring stroll if blossoms are present. Continue to the famous Dotonbori district, known for its canal, illuminated signs, shopping streets and bustling atmosphere. Enjoy time to browse for souvenirs and experience the city at your own pace before a planned farewell dinner. Return to the hotel for your final night in Japan.

    • Osaka Castle · Dotonbori · Final evening
    Meals
    Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
    Stay
    Hotel Nikko Osaka / Cross Hotel Osaka or Similar
    Day 8 Exploration
  9. Day 09

    Sayōnara, Japan

    Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, subject to your flight schedule, before checking out and transferring to Kansai International Airport for your return flight to Delhi. Depart with memories of Japan’s cultural treasures, scenic landscapes, high-speed rail journeys and the special atmosphere of spring. Your Sakura, Silk & Soul journey concludes, but the stories collected along the way remain.

      Meals
      Breakfast included
      Departure

    Your stay

    Where you
    wake up.

    Every property is visited before it is offered — chosen for where it stands as much as for the room you wake up in.

    Tokyo

    Hotel Gracery Shinjuku / Shiba Park Hotel or Similar

    Kyoto

    Righa Gran Kyoto / Hotel Granvia Kyoto or Similar

    Hiroshima

    Hotel Granvia Hiroshima / Hotel Righa Royal Hiroshima or Similar

    Osaka

    Hotel Nikko Osaka / Cross Hotel Osaka or Similar

    The fine print

    What's included,
    and what isn't.

    Included

    • Return international economy-class flights from Delhi, as per the confirmed itinerary.
    • 8 nights’ accommodation in selected hotels on the chosen sharing basis.
    • Daily breakfast at the hotels.
    • Lunches and dinners as specified in the final meal plan.
    • Japan tourist visa assistance and documentation guidance
    • Overseas travel insurance for the tour duration, subject to the confirmed policy.
    • Intercity Shinkansen and rail journeys as specified in the itinerary.
    • Airport transfers and intercity transportation as per the confirmed programme.
    • Sightseeing and experiences mentioned in the final itinerary.
    • Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi excursion, subject to weather and access conditions.
    • Visits to Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyajima and Osaka as per the itinerary.
    • Indian-friendly meal arrangements, subject to advance request and supplier confirmation
    • Tour coordination and destination assistance as specified in the final package.

    Not included

    • Personal expenses, shopping, laundry, minibar and room service.
    • Optional tours, activities and experiences not mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
    • Meals and beverages not specified in the final meal plan.
    • Tips, gratuities and porterage.
    • Excess baggage charges, airline seat selection and other optional airline services.
    • Hotel early check-in, late check-out and room upgrades.
    • Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations, weather disruptions or other unforeseen circumstances, unless covered by applicable insurance or supplier terms.
    • Sightseeing admissions, transfers or services not expressly listed under inclusions.
    • Visa fees and visa service charges, unless specifically included in the final quotation.
    • Insurance-related expenses or claims not covered by the selected policy.
    • Any additional taxes, surcharges or expenses not expressly included in the final package quotation.

    Anything on this list can be arranged on request and quoted separately.

    Departures · October 2026 – December 2027

    Fixed departures,
    a season ahead.

    • Sakura in Bloom — The Beauty of Spring
    • The Mount Fuji Perspective — Nature at Its Finest
    • Tokyo Afterglow — A City of Contrasts
    • The Shinkansen Experience — Japan in Motion

    01guaranteed departures across the season

    All dates in this document are commercial planning dates. Displayed as Proposed Departure until DMC, hotel, transport and minimum-group-size requirements are confirmed.

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    International Signature pricing

    Considered value,
    quietly done.

    Nothing is marked up quietly and nothing is left to settle on arrival. What a journey costs is agreed before you go.

    Reserve your place
    Per Person on Double OccupancyINR 3,05,000
    Per Person on Triple OccupancyINR 2,95,000
    Single Sharing SupplementINR 65,000

    GST 5 % is included TCS 2 % Extra. Pricing is dynamic as per flights and season

    Important information

    Worth knowing
    before you go.

    The practical detail behind the journey — the parts we plan around so they never come as a surprise.

    The Velora difference

    Experiencing Japan in Velora Style

    Velora Luxury Travel Studio

    Take it with you

    The printed
    brochure.

    Every page of this journey — the day-by-day route, your stays, what is included and what it costs — set as a document you can save, print or forward to whoever is travelling with you.

    1. 01The route and the destination
    2. 029 signature experiences
    3. 03All 9 days, one by one
    4. 04Your stays and what is included
    5. 05Pricing and how to reserve

    A4 · 9 days · opens in a new tab, saves as PDF

    Make it yours

    Let's shape the
    way you go.

    Tell a designer what you would change about this itinerary — the pace, the season, who is travelling — and the next version comes back built around it.

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