8D Wakayama, Mie & Gifu
Explore Japan's cultural gems—from Wakayama Castle and Ise Grand Shrine to the scenic Shirahama coast, Kumano's sacred sites, and Kyoto's Kinkakuji—with local markets, pearl diving, and traditional experiences along the way.
- Japan
- Gero, Gifu, Ise, Kanazawa, Kumano, Kushimoto, Kyoto, Nachikatsuura, Osaka, Shirahama, Shirakawago, Takayama, Toba, Wakayama

Itinerary
Day 1
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and begin your holiday with a pleasant flight to Japan. Note: Flight may via Tokyo or other cities for some airlines.
Routes
- Singapore
- Osaka
Day 2
Upon arrival, meet and greet with our local representative. Proceed to Wakayama Castle, which now serves as a symbol of Wakayama City and is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in the spring. Continue to Wakayama ...
Routes
- Osaka
- Wakayama
- Shirahama
Day 3
After breakfast, visit Senjojiki, a plateau of huge rocks created by the erosion of the ocean’s waves. Next, visit Sandanbeki Cave and take an elevator to underground caves to experience the dynamic presence of the sea ...
Routes
- Shirahama
- Kushimoto
- Nachikatsuura
Meals
Breakfast
Day 4
In the morning, travel to Nachi-no-Taki, Japan’s tallest waterfall at 133 meters. Next, visit Kumano Hayatama Taisha, one of Kumano’s three important shrines. Continue to Onigajou, a designated national scenic spot and ...
Routes
- Nachi Katsuura
- Kumano
- Ise
Day 5
After breakfast, visit Ise Grand Shrine and stroll along Okage Yokocho Street. Proceed to the Ama Hut for lunch. Enjoy grilled abalone, lobsters, large clams, and scallops on an irori. After lunch, continue to Takayama, ...
Routes
- Ise
- Toba
- Gifu
- Gero
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6
This morning, we will proceed to Takayama, a must-see destination. Experience the sights and sounds of the local market in Takayama and purchase memorable souvenirs. Stroll along Takayama Old Town to admire its quaint ...
Routes
- Gifu
- Gero
- Takayama
- Shirakawago
- Kanazawa
Day 7
After breakfast, proceed to Kinkakuji (admission fee included), the Golden Pavilion. Being one of Kyoto’s leading temples, it is a pond-centered garden featuring a shining golden pavilion designated as a National Special ...
Routes
- Kanazawa
- Kyoto
- Osaka
Meals
Breakfast
Day 8
Transfer to the airport for the flight back to Singapore. We hope you had a memorable vacation with ASA Holidays.
Routes
- Osaka
- Singapore