Cherry Blossoms & Wisteria
Purple & Pink Paradise
10 Days/ 9 Nights – Tokyo / Nikko / Matsushima / Morioka / Hirosaki / Hakodate / Sapporo
From USD700 per person per day
Springtime in Japan: Sakura & Wisteria Tour
Spring is the Japanese’s favourite season. We invite you to come and admire the cherry trees & wisteria in various landscapes and in several historic cities of Japan, whether they mingle with skyscrapers, landscapes or historical monuments.
You will also discover the history, modernity, culture and tradition of the Empire of the Rising Sun, all while immersed in a breathtaking symphony of pink and purple.
- A tailor-made itinerary crafted personally for you
- English-Speaking resident tour director and local guides
- Hand-Selected Luxury accommodations
- Large choice of exclusive experiences
- Airport Meet and Greet with private transfers
- Internet access
- Thoughtful customer service
- And more !
Trip Highlights
- Explore Japan’s destinations and travel highlights like a local with your own private tour guide.
- Explore the heart and soul of Japan through curated experiences and gain deeper insight into Japanese culture.
- Step into a world, a unique culture that fascinates many to which even some Japanese people have no access.
Perfect for
- First-time visitors to Japan
- Those who want to discover the beauty of cherry blossom and the essence of Japan in a short time
- Travelers who wish to immerse themselves into Japanese culture while exploring the must-sees spots
When to Visit
- This trip can be enjoyed from ~ April 15 to May 10
Day 1 – Tokyo Arrival
Yokoso 日本へようこそ！– Welcome to Japan !
After clearing customs and immigration, transfer by private car to your ideally located hotel.
Then you’ll likely spend your first day in Japan just getting settled.
You might want to lock down some of the best food in Tokyo and enjoy a truly unique meal! A multi-course kaiseki, an omakase sushi experience…
Or follow the lead of our guide and enjoy nighttime cherry blossom viewing, known as “yozakura,”
Overnight at your hotel
Day 2 – Tokyo
After breakfast, your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel.
Tokyo is a huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis which brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of old Japan, and has something for everyone.
Most visitors to Tokyo will visit the most well-known sights – Asakusa, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Harajuku and the Meiji Shrine.
These are all of course worth visiting, but Tokyo also offer a multitude of choices for travelers looking for a less touristy and typical Japanese experience.
The real charm of Tokyo is more discreet. We can discover it in the maze of streets behind the main one, with a village atmosphere, miles away from urban life.
But the highlight of spring in Tokyo is undoubtedly the cherry blossom and wisteria season. And it’s a must-see when visiting Japan in spring!
Overnight at your hotel
Day 3 – Tokyo
Witness for another day the beauty of Yaezakura (late cherry blossoms) and wisteria against the backdrop of Tokyo attractions.
During this magical time, Tokyo transforms into a stunning pink, white wonderland as multi-layered cherry blossoms and wisteria bloom across the city.
You can join Tokyoites in having fun and welcoming spring at
- Kameido Tenjin Shrine
- The popular Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
- Haijima Park
- Koishikawa Korakuen
- …
Overnight at your hotel
Day 4 – Tokyo / Nikko
Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Utsunomiya your car will be waiting for you.
Visit Ashikaga Flower Park, famous for its colorful wisteria. Stroll under a canopy of blue, white, and pink flowers and see the Great Wisteria Tree, over 150 years old.
Then, continue your journey to Nikko National Park, home to the Toshogu Shrine.
This lavish shrine, dedicated to the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, features gold leaf, intricate carvings (like the Three Wise Monkeys and Sleeping Cat), and a path lined with ancient cedar trees leading to Tokugawa Ieyasu’s grave.
Overnight at your ryokan
Day 5 – Nikko / Matsushima
In the morning, travel to Matsushima, one of Japan’s most scenic view alongside Miyajima and Amanohashidate. The bay is dotted by over 200 small islands covered by pine trees.
Visit the Matsushima Fish Market to try delicious Miyagi Oysters (some restaurants even offer all-you-can-eat!) and explore ancient caves once used by meditating monks.
To truly appreciate the beauty of the picturesque Matsushima Bay, enjoy a scenic boat ride through the islands. The small town is also known for Zuiganji, one of the Tohoku Region’s most important Zen temples, designated as national treasures.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 6 – Matsushima / Morioka
After breakfast your car will pick you up, to drive you to Morioka.
You will first explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hiraizumi. Stroll among the magnificent cedar trees and photogenic buildings of Chusonji Temple, home to the “Golden Hall” (Konjiki-do).
Later, experience the Kitakami Tenshochi Cherry Blossom Festival with its 300 Koinobori (carp streamers) and 2-kilometer tunnel of cherry blossoms lining the Kitakami River.
In Morioka, enjoy a unique dining experience: Wanko Soba, where you’re served countless bowls of soba noodles – a fun eating challenge!
Overnight at your hotel
Day 7 – Morioka / Hakodate
After breakfast, you will take the shinkansen to Shin-Aomori, where a car will be waiting for you.
Upon arrival, you will head straight to Hirosaki Park, a sprawling park renowned for its breathtaking cherry blossoms.
You will stroll through the Sakura Tunnel, a walkway lined with cherry trees. And visit Hirosaki Castle, surrounded by blossoms, where you might consider a boat ride on the moat or a picnic lunch under the blossoms.
From Shin-Aomori, you will take another shinkansen, travel across the Tsugaru Channel between the islands of Hokkaido and Honshul, before arriving to Hakodate.
As twilight paints Hakodate, begin your sakura evening at Goryokaku Park, where 1,600 cherry trees encircle the star-shaped fortress. Ascend Goryokaku Tower for a panoramic view of the illuminated city and the glowing blossoms.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 8 – Hakodate / Sapporo
Your morning in Hakodate starts with the vibrant energy of the Hakodate Morning Market, just steps from the train station.
Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere as vendors hawk their wares – fresh seafood glistening on ice, colorful fruits and vegetables piled high, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filling the air.
Then catch a flight for Sapporo.
Start your Sapporo evening in Susukino, enjoying jingisukan or ramen and experience local culture at the Sapporo Beer Garden.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 9 – Otaru & Yoichi
After breakfast your car will pick you up to drive to Otaru.
You will explore the charming Otaru Canal, lined with historic warehouses, where you might consider a boat ride.
Wander down Sakaimachi Street, browsing shops with glassware and music boxes or immerse yourself in the Otaru Music Box Museum. And enjoy a seafood lunch with canal views.
In the afternoon, your car will drive you to Shakotan Peninsula, marveling at the coastal scenery, where you will visit the iconic Ebisu Iwa & Daikoku Iwa rock formations.
Then continue to Yoichi and tour the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery, where you will learn about whisky-making, the history of Nikka and enjoy a tasting.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 10 – International return flight
After breakfast, your tour officially ends.
Transfer by private car to Sapporo Chitose airport for your flight back to Tokyo and home.
Customized sightseeing tours
Explore Japan’s destinations and travel highlights like a local with your own private tour guide.
Experience Japanese Culture
Explore the heart and soul of Japan through curated experiences and gain deeper insight into Japanese culture.
Curated Insights Japan
Step into a world, a unique culture that fascinates many to which even some Japanese people have no access.
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