• Benny’s Royal Tour’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan Tour begins. Immerse yourself in an incredible journey covering two fascinating countries, Japan during spring. Sakura, the cherry blossom season is the best season to visit Japan, full of cherry blossom flowers. Assemble @ Kochi International airport @ 12.30 hrs. Sri Lanka airlines Flight UL 168 departs at 16.15 hrs. And arrives at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport at 17.25 hrs.

• Later connects with Sri Lanka airlines and arrives at Narita International Airport, Tokyo at 08.10 hrs. Japan is an island country in East Asia. It is situated in the northwest Pacific Ocean and is bordered on the west by the Sea of Japan, the East China Sea, the Philippine Sea, and Taiwan in the south. Marco Polo, the Italian trader, and explorer introduced this beautiful country to the Western world during the 13th century. It is formed from about 6,852 islands. The country has the highest literacy rate in the world and the people of Japan are best known for maintaining a better and healthier lifestyle. Japan has mostly covered by forest area and there are more than 100 active volcanoes. Tokyo is the capital of this beautiful country and the busiest capital, which mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. On arrival, after immigration formalities, Fresh up at the airport. After we will visit The Japanese cherry blossom festival, known as Hanami, is a tradition of enjoying the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms (sakura) through outdoor gatherings, picnics, and parties that occur from March and April across Japan, with specific bloom times varying by location. People gather under the blooming trees to eat, drink, and socialize, celebrating the transient beauty of the season. The tradition, which dates back over 1,000 years, features various types of cherry blossoms and can be enjoyed at famous locations like Ueno Park.

Ueno Park – A Celebration Of Sakura In Tokyo

• Step into the magical world of Ueno Park, one of Tokyo’s most iconic destinations for experiencing the beauty of Japan’s famous Cherry Blossom (Sakura) season. During spring, the park comes alive with thousands of delicate pink and white blossoms, creating a breathtaking canopy along its pathways. Take a leisurely stroll beneath the blooming cherry trees and immerse yourself in the vibrant Hanami (flower-viewing) atmosphere, where locals and visitors gather to celebrate the arrival of spring. Capture beautiful photographs, enjoy the festive ambience, and experience one of Tokyo’s most cherished seasonal traditions.Ueno Park offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, Japanese culture, and the unforgettable charm of Sakura season. After Lunch we will proceed Jaxa Tsukuba Space Center.

Jaxa Tsukuba Space Center – Space Dome Experience Japan’s Very Own Nasa!

• Visit the JAXA Tsukuba Space Center, the heart of Japan’s space research and one of the country’s most important centres for space science and technology. Often compared with NASA in the USA, JAXA plays a vital role in Japan’s space exploration, satellite technology, Earth observation, astronaut missions, and international space programmes. Explore the Space Dome, where fascinating spacecraft, satellites, rockets, and space-related exhibits bring Japan’s incredible journey into space to life. Discover how Japan uses space technology for weather forecasting, disaster monitoring, communications, navigation, scientific research, and understanding our planet and the universe. For Japan, JAXA represents the country’s technological innovation, scientific ambition, and contribution to global space exploration. This visit offers a unique opportunity to see the technology and achievements that have placed Japan among the world’s leading space-faring nations. An inspiring journey into Japan’s space-age achievements — where science, technology, and imagination come together to take us beyond Earth!

Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue The Iconic Heart Of Tokyo

• Experience the legendary Shibuya Crossing, one of the world’s busiest and most famous pedestrian crossings, where thousands of people cross the intersection in perfect rhythm as the city’s dazzling neon lights and giant screens create an unforgettable Tokyo backdrop.Just nearby, discover the beloved Hachiko Statue, an enduring symbol of loyalty and devotion. Together, these iconic landmarks offer a fascinating glimpse into the spirit of Tokyo — where tradition, emotion, and futuristic city life come together.
• After lunch back to hotel. Check - in and rest, Evening proceed to dinner and coming back to hotel (Outside). Overnight stay at hotel in Tokyo.
• Overnight stay : Premier Cabin president or similar in Tokyo
• Meals : Breakfast on board, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant.

• After a delicious breakfast, proceed for our exciting Tokyo City Tour. Our first stop will be the iconic Tokyo Tower, where we will make a photo stop to capture memorable views of this famous landmark. Get ready to begin our exploration of Tokyo with some fantastic photographs

Sensō-ji Temple Historic Temple To The Goddess Of Mercy

• Tokyo, Japan’s busy capital, mixes the ultramodern and the traditional, from neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples. After a buffet breakfast at the hotel and soak in the sights of this magnificent Tokyo city on a guided city tour. The sightseeing will start from Sensoji, the historic temple to the goddess of mercy, a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. It features Tokyo’s biggest souvenir market and Kaminarimon Gate with a huge red chochin lantern. Adjacent to the temple is a five-story pagoda, a Shinto shrine, the Asakusa Shrine and Nakamise shopping street. Here we can see many women in Japanese traditional Kimono.

Visit Tokyo Sky Tree, The Landmark Of Tokyo

• Later vist Tokyo Sky tree, the landmark of Tokyo is a huge television broadcasting tower and World’s tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views. It is the centrepiece of the Tokyo Sky Tree Town in the Sumida City Ward with a height of 634 meters. It is the tallest structure in Japan and the second tallest in the world at the time of its completion. You will get a chance to get a birds-eye view of Tokyo city from Tokyo Skytree. After lunch view the Tokyo Tower (Photo stop only) Standing 333 meters high in the center of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is the world’s tallest, self-supported steel tower and 13 meters taller than its model, the Eiffel Tower. It is the second-tallest structure in Japan. The structure is an Eiffel Tower-inspired lattice tower that is painted white and International orange to comply with safety regulations.A symbol of Japan’s post-war rebirth as a major economic power, Tokyo Tower was the country’s tallest structure from its completion in 1958 until 2012.

Visit World’s First Digital Art Museum In Tokyo

• MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM: team lab Borderless, in Tokyo’s Odaiba district, combines science, art, technology, design, and images of the natural world with simulations generated by 520 computers and 470 high-tech projectors. With over 107,000 square feet of space, the museum has 50 interactive displays that blend into one another over five different zones. The exhibit’s “borderless” name encourages breaking down barriers – barriers between one piece of art and another, art and its visitors, and one person and another. There’s no set course for enjoying this digital art museum, so just let your curiosity and imagination wander, and pick any path to start. There are five connected zones in the museum. “Borderless World,” the first zone, is an interactive digital landscape where visitors are encouraged to create their own path. People walk through digitized waterfalls, “touch” luminescent birds and saunter through computer-generated forests and fields. After Dinner transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Tokyo.
• Overnight stay: Premier Cabin President Tokyo or similar in Tokyo
• Meals : Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant

Enjoy the scenic view of Mt. Fuji from 5th station

• After breakfast we take you to Mt.Fuji 5 station in for scenic view of Mt. Fuji. The Fujinomiya 5th Station is the second most popular stations on Mount Fuji . At 2400 meters above sea level, the Fujinomiya 5th Station is the highest Motorable road of Mount Fuji . Enjoy the ease of comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide, who will accompany you to the revered Mt Fuji's 5th Station. From here you will get a panoramic view of the mountain. Mt. Fuji attracts hikers and climbers from the world over, and most of them start their ascents at the 5th station, halfway up the mountain. The volcanic mountain stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding reds and oranges during autumn. Mount Fuji is one of the most famous landmarks of Japan, and seeing it during the fall season makes it seem that much more majestic.

Hakone Lake Ashi | Tranquilizing Boat Cruise

• Cruise on Lake Ashi provides a beautiful view of Lake Ashi, a lake formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano’s last eruption 3,000 years ago. Today, Lake Ashi is often pictured with Mount Fuji in the background as a symbol of Hakone. The best views of the lake in combination with Mt. Fuji can be enjoyed from Moto-Hakone, Hakone Detached Palace Garden, and from sightseeing boats cruising the lake. Note however, that clouds and poor visibility often block the view of Mt. Fuji, and you must consider yourself very lucky if you get a clear view of the mountain.

Hakone Ropeway To Owakudani Valley

• Hakone Ropeway offers breath-taking views of ‘Owakudani’, Hakone’s most famous tourist spot. Desolate mountainside covered by plumes of smoke produce a distinct scene so fitting the area’s former name of Hell Valley. Now, the Hakone Ropeway rising above Owakudani. There are also many scenic spots to be seen from the ropeway. Registered by the World Cultural Heritage, Japan’s tallest mountain Mt. Fuji is a foremost tourist site in Japan. On a clear, fine day, the grand, beautiful mountain can be seen from Owakudani and the ropeway.

Owakudani Valley - Active Volcanic Zone

• Owakudani is the area around a crater created during the last eruption of Mount Hakone some 3000 years ago. Today, much of the area is an active volcanic zone where sulfurous fumes. Eggs cooked in Owakudani's hot spring pools with their shells blackened by the sulfur are on sale at shops in the area, and eating one is said to prolong one's life by seven years. After dinner transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Tokyo.
• Overnight stay: Premier Cabin Presedent Tokyo or similar in Tokyo
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant.

Bullet Train From Tokyo To Hiroshima

• After the breakfast from hotel, check out and you will proceed to Shikansen train station to connect bullet train to Hiroshima. Upon arrival we will transfer to Lunch. Later visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Hiroshima, a modern city on Japan’s Honshu Island, was largely destroyed by an atomic bomb during World War II. Visit the historical highlights of Hiroshima on a comprehensive full day tour, led by a knowledgeable guide. Here we visit Hiroshima Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Dome and feel emotionally stirred by the magnificent Hirsohima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, in which intriguing exhibitions speak eloquently of the atomic bomb dropped on the city in 1945. This building, which was once an exhibition hall, is the only structure near the explosion’s center that survived in any capacity. The surviving skeleton has been maintained as it was left by the bombing, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.

Atomic Bomb Dome

• This close to ground zero, it is miraculous that anything survived a blast that was equivalent to dropping 15,000 tons of TNT. The blast disintegrated everything within a one mile radius of its center, and caused destruction in a five mile area – essentially 2/3 of the city. The ruin of the hall serves as a memorial to the people who were killed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on 6 August 1945. Over 70,000 people were killed instantly, and another 70,000 suffered fatal injuries from the radiation and we will see Genbaku Dome, one of the few buildings that was left standing near ground zero. Her we also visit the Hiroshima Memorial Peace Park. Before the war, this area was described as the lively shopping and entertainment

Children’s Peace Monument

• Later we visit the Children’s Peace Monument. It was built with the contributions from 3200 Japanese schools and nine countries. At its base is a plaque that reads: “This is our cry, this is our prayer: for building peace in this world”. The monument is dedicated to all the children that died as a result of the bombing. The story behind the design of the Children’s Peace Monument is even more touching. The sculpture is that of a girl holding a crane and is based on the real life story of Sadako Sasaki. Sadako was two years old when the atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima and lived a little over one mile from ground zero. She and her parents survived the blast, but at the age of 12, she developed leukemia as a result of the radiation from the atomic bomb. In the hospital Sadako learned of the Japanese legend that promised that a wish would be granted to anyone that folded 1000 paper origami cranes. Her wish was for a world without nuclear weapons. One version of the story says that she only managed to make 644 paper cranes before she died on Oct. 12, 1955. The story goes on to say that her classmates went on to make 1000 paper cranes which were buried with her. Today, many come to this monument to donate paper cranes as a continuing symbol for the desire for peace. If Time permitted proceed to Hondori area for shopping. After Dinner proceed to check in your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Hiroshima.
• Overnight stay: Grand Prince Hotel Hiroshima Hotel or similar in Hiroshima.
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant

• After breakfast we transfer to Miyajima Island and to visit the Itsukushima Shrine and floating red Torii. A boat leaves from Motoujina Pier and will reach Miyajima Island. Miyajima Island, one of the most scenic spots in Japan, has long been regarded as an Island of Gods on the beautiful Seto Inland Sea. Discover one of the most scenic spots in Japan when you visit Hiroshima prefecture’s Itsukushima Island. It is a romantic and historical island where Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage site, is located, along with the Virgin Forest of Mt. Misen, and numerous preserved shrines, temples and historical monuments. This place is famous for red Torii (red shrine gateway standing in the sea), one of the features that make this one of the three most scenic spots in Japan in any season. It is most famous, which at high tide seems to float on the water. The sight is ranked as one of Japan’s three best views. People strongly believe that it’s “home of God” Visit Miyajima Island and experience the most amazing spiritual gateway in Japan. Besides the iconic “floating” torii, Miyajima, as the island is more popularly known, has numerous attractions to see. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Itsukushima shrine and admire the five-story pagoda.
• After lunch proceed to Hiroshima station to Shin Osaka. Upon arrival at Shin Osaka proceed an excursion to Osaka area by chartered coach and guide. Osaka is one of Japan’s best cities for cherry blossom viewing (hanami). Osaka is known as the ‘Manchester of Japan’ as it is an important textile center in Japan and traditionally considered Japan’s economic hub.

Visit Osaka Castle and Park

• Later we will visit Osaka Castle (Outside view) and Cherry Blossom Festival Park, the popular tourist destination for both domestic and international travellers. The Osaka Castle Park is just one of the many places in Japan that offers venue perfect for viewing picnics during spring season. Osaka Castle, completed in 1586, was ordered built by famed Japanese warrior and politician Toyotomi Hideyoshi and was, at the time, the largest castle in Japan. Highlights include the five-story, 42-meter-tall main tower containing a great museum with exhibits related to the history of the castle and the city and it also offers superb views over Osaka from its upper floors. (No entry into the castle) A municipal park stands on the site of Osaka Castle. The cherry blossom passage at the Mint Museum has been a spring tradition in Osaka for over 100 years, since the Meiji period. A road within the museum’s premise, which isn’t normally accessible, is open to the public for a week during the cherry blossom season. There are more than 130 types of cherry trees gathered from all over Japan lining this 560-metre-long road. Rare varieties include Otemari, with many light pink flowers blooming densely at the tip of the branch, and Gyoiko, which has yellow-green petals with vertical bright red lines. You can also spot Gozama no Nioi, a type of cherry tree with fragrant white flowers from the banks of Arakawa River. After Dinner proceed to check in our hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Osaka.
• Overnight stay: Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay Hotel or similar in Osaka.
• Meals : Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant.

Visit Todaji Temple

• Visit Todai-ji Temple, one of Japan’s most iconic and historically significant Buddhist temples, located in the heart of Nara. Famous for housing the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), one of the world’s largest bronze Buddha statues, the temple is also renowned for its magnificent Great Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden), one of the largest wooden buildings in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Todai-ji offers us a fascinating glimpse into Japan’s rich Buddhist heritage, history, and traditional architecture.

Nara Deer Park

• Later proceed to Nara Park: During the Cherry Blossom season, visit Nara Park, where thousands of beautiful cherry blossoms create a magical setting around the historic temples and lush landscapes. Stroll beneath the blooming sakura trees and enjoy the unforgettable sight of Japan’s famous Sika deer roaming freely among the blossoms. We can also feed the deer with traditional shika senbei (deer crackers) while capturing beautiful memories of springtime in Nara. Nara Park beautifully brings together Japan’s rich culture, history, and natural beauty. After Dinner proceed to check in your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Osaka.
• Overnight stay: Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay Hotel or similar in Osaka
• Meals : Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant.

• After a buffet breakfast, check out from hotel and you will transfer to chartered bus for Kyoto tour with local guide. Kyoto is the former capital city of Japan and world-famous for its refined culture, dining, and charm of rural Japan. Kyoto City attracts millions of local and International visitors each year looking for traditional Japanese culture. Kyoto is home to beautiful natural scenery interwoven with historical buildings and traditional architecture. At the same time, Kyoto is a city of learning and creation, with a high concentration of cutting-edge universities, research institutions, and companies.

Kinkakuji Temple

• Upon arrival proceed to Kinkakuji temple. Kinkakuji is a Zen Budhist temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. Formally known as Rokuonji, the temple was the retirement villa of the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, and according to his will it became a Zen temple of the Rinzai sect after his death in 1408.Most notably are the temple’s top two floors, which are completely covered in gold. On top, a beautiful phoenix looks out over the water.

Gion District

• Explore Gion District, Kyoto’s enchanting historic quarter, where traditional Japan comes alive. Stroll through its charming narrow lanes lined with beautifully preserved wooden machiya houses, traditional tea houses, and elegant streets. During the Cherry Blossom season, the area becomes even more magical, with delicate sakura blossoms adding a beautiful springtime charm to this iconic Kyoto neighbourhood. Keep an eye out for Geisha and Maiko gracefully making their way through the streets, offering us a glimpse into Kyoto’s fascinating traditional culture.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Is One Of Japan’s Most Incredible Sights.

• Later we will transfer to Arashiyama, a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. The area has been a popular destination since the Heian Period (794-1185), when nobles would enjoy its natural setting. Arashiyama is particularly popular during fall color season. Here we visit Arashiyama Bamboo forest. Located about 7km west of downtown Kyoto, Arashiyama is one of Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing districts. The heart of the district is the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a mesmerizing grove of thousands of tall bamboo plants. A paved walkway runs through the middle of both sections, forming the famous “Bamboo Alley,” one of Kyoto’s most photographed sights. The combined length is about 500 meters, and the grove is about 140 meters wide. Many people wonder about the meaning or purpose of the bamboo grove. As a matter of fact, it’s merely decorative. Arashiyama has been a favorite location of imperial and noble villas and temples from the days of classical Japan.

Visit Arashiyama And Togetsukyo Bridge

• For blossom viewing on a grand scale, head to the Arashiyama region, where cherry trees turn the eponymous mountain a patchwork of pink and green. This view, with the Togetsukyo Bridge in the foreground, is one of the most famous vistas in Japan. Cherry trees also line the Katsuragawa River and more can be found in Nakanoshima Park on the western riverbank. Consider stopping in at the nearby Tenryu-ji Temple—a World Heritage site famous for its beautiful garden, which includes about 200 cherry trees. The Togetsukyo Bridge is Arashiyama’s most iconic landmark. Built over Kyoto’s former commerce center along the Oi River– which literally translates to “Moon-Crossing Bridge” – is Arashiyama’s scenic landmark straight from an ukiyo-e painting. The poetic name was in fact inspired by the Emperor Kameyama, who witnessed a luminous moon rising above the upper reaches of the river, appearing as though the moon itself was crossing the bridge. Later Transfer to Tokyo by bullet Train. After Dinner proceed to check in your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Tokyo.
• Overnight stay: International Garden Hotel or similar in Tokyo
• Meals : Breakfast, lunch & Dinner at the Restaurant.

• After continental breakfast check out hotel and transfer to Narita International Airport on your way back home. As our enchanting Japan Cherry Blossom journey comes to an end, we leave Japan with hearts filled with beautiful memories. Beyond the breathtaking sakura, ancient temples, vibrant cities, and unforgettable experiences, this journey has given us something even more special new friendships and wonderful moments shared together. From enjoying delicious meals and exploring new places to sharing laughter, conversations, photographs, and countless little moments along the way, the time we spent together has made this journey truly memorable. As we bid farewell to Japan and begin our journey back home, we carry with us not only the beauty of the cherry blossoms, but also the friendships we made and the memories we created together — memories that we hope will stay with us for years to come Sri Lanka airlines Flight UL 455 depart at 11.15 hrs. And arrive Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport at 17.05 hrs. Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport, we will complete immigration and other arrival formalities before proceeding to our hotel in Sri Lanka. As our onward flight to Cochin is scheduled for the following day, the airline has arranged one overnight stay in Sri Lanka for us. We will check in to our hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening with Dinner, preparing for our onward journey to Cochin the next day.

• After continental breakfast we proceed to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport .Later connects Sri Lanka airlines Flight UL 167 at 14.05 hrs. And arrive Kochi International airport at 15.15 hrs. With sweet memories of Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan Tour.