Shikoku Vacation Packages

Shikoku is the smallest of the four main Japanese islands. Separated from Honshu by the Inland Sea, it is comprised of four prefectures: Ehime, Kagawa, Kochi, and Tokushima. It is perhaps best-known to tourists for its 88-temple Buddhist pilgrimage route, which runs for 895 miles adjacent to Shikoku`s coastline. It is also well-known for its popular Awa Odori dance festival, held each August in Tokushima Prefecture, and the Yosakoi dance festival held in Kochi, also in August. Shikoku is known for its windswept capes, mountainous terrain, remote villages, and delicious udon noodle dishes.

Best Vacation Packages:

Experience Japan's cosmopolitan and cultural cities, as well as these region, full of delicious foods, traditional culture, and a long and fascinating history. Start in Japan capital city Tokyo ; and then, Osaka (known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food). After that, discover Shikoku Region ; spending wonderful times in: Takamatsu (one of the oldest and most traditional places in Japan, with beautiful gardens, traditional cuisine, like the -udon noodles-, temples and shrines); Iya Valley (a remote, mountainous valley in western Tokushima Prefecture, deep in the heart of Shikoku Island, famous for hot springs and outdoor activities); and Kochi (famous for an abundance of sunshine, and soothing waters in the form of clear rivers and lengthy coastlines).

Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.;

Included:

Flight into Tokyo and out of Kochi

Bullet Train - Japan Rail Pass

High-speed bullet train Shinkansen (Japan Rail Pass - 7 Days)

7 Days Japan Rail Pass is included by default. Please ensure you select the correct duration of your Japan Rail Pass according to length of travel (For more details please go to the product description during the booking process).

Hotel for 3 nights in Tokyo

Train from Tokyo to Osaka: Go to Tokyo train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Osaka train station. Journey takes approx. 160 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Osaka

Train from Osaka to Takamatsu Go to Osaka train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Takamatsu train station. Journey takes approx. 140 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Takamatsu

Train from Takamatsu to Iya Valley: Go to Takamatsu train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Iya Valley train station. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.

Hotel for 2 nights in Iya Valley

Train from Iya Valley to Kochi: Go to Iya Valley train station, validate your Japan Rail Pass, and take the train that will take you to Kochi train station. Journey takes approx. 50 Min.

Hotel for 1 night in Kochi

10 nights from $1,771*

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