Discover Japan with two distinct Wales Rugby Tour options in 2025! Choose from a full-length adventure, which offers a deep dive into Japan’s rich culture and scenic beauty or opt for the shorter tour that still packs plenty of excitement and exploration around the Rugby World Cup matches.
Both itineraries feature visits to historic sites like Kokura Castle, the serene Arashiyama bamboo grove, and the vibrant cityscape of Tokyo. Experience the thrill of Wales vs. Japan in world-class rugby matches, combined with an immersive cultural journey. Secure your spot now and get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Rugby World Cup 2025!
Option 1
10 DAY TOUR TO JAPAN 2025
2 Rugby Matches Included.
From £4,959pp
Wednesday 02 July
Depart Cardiff, UK for Japan on an indirect flight.
Thursday 03 July
Arrive in Fukuoka. Transfer to your 3-night stay in Kokura.
Friday 04 July
Half Day Kokura tour by private coach. Lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon visit to Kokura Castle. Group dinner at a local restaurant.
Saturday 05 July
Morning at leisure. Transfer to local pub before Wales vs Japan rugby match.
Sunday 06 July
Morning at leisure. Afternoon bullet train (shinkansen) to Hiroshima and transfer to hotel for your 2-night stay.
Monday 07 July
Morning visit to Atomic Bomb Dome & Peace Memorial Museum. Lunch at a local restaurant then afternoon visit to Miyajima Island.
Tuesday 08 July
Depart by bullet train to Kyoto for your 3-night stay. Lunch included then afternoon visits to the Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle.
Wednesday 09 July
Enjoy a morning excursion including a visit to the Kinkakhuji Temple with its Gold Pavilion and Ryoanji Temple with its famous rock garden. Afternoon at leisure.
Thursday 10 July
Morning visit to Arashiyama bamboo grove and Tenryuji temple. Afternoon at leisure.
Friday 11 July
Depart by coach for Kobe, for a 2-night stay. Visit sake distillery and lunch in Kobe’s Chinatown. Afternoon at leisure.
Saturday 12 July
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Irish pub and then on to the stadium for Wales v Japan rugby match. Return transfer to the hotel.
Sunday 13 July
Transfer to Kansai International airport for an indirect flight to Cardiff, UK.
Monday 14 July
Arrive back in Cardiff, UK.
Option 2
16 DAY TOUR TO JAPAN 2025
2 Rugby Matches Included.
From £6,495pp
Wednesday 02 July
Depart from London, UK for an indirect flight to Japan.
Thursday 03 July
Arrive in Fukuoka and transfer to Kokura for a 3-night stay.
Friday 04 July
Morning at leisure followed by a visit to Kokura Castle. Lunch and dinner included.
Saturday 05 July
Transfer to a local pub before the Wales v Japan rugby match. Return hotel transfers included.
Sunday 06 July
Morning at leisure. Afternoon bullet train to Hiroshima and transfer to the hotel for a 2-night stay.
Monday 07 July
Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome & Peace Memorial Museum in the morning. After lunch, visit Miyajima Island.
Tuesday 08 July
Depart by bullet train to Kyoto for a 3-night stay. Afternoon visits to the Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle after lunch.
Wednesday 09 July
Morning excursion to Kinkakhuji Temple with its famous Gold Pavilion and Ryoanji Temple with its rock garden. Afternoon at leisure.
Thursday 10 July
Visit Arashiyama bamboo grove and Tenryuji temple in the morning. Afternoon at leisure.
Friday 11 July
Depart by coach for Kobe for a 2-night stay. Visit a sake distillery and have lunch in Kobe’s Chinatown. Afternoon at leisure.
Saturday 12 July
Transfer to an Irish pub and then to the stadium for Wales v Japan rugby match. Return transfer to the hotel.
Sunday 13 July
Depart by bullet train & coach to Takayama, staying for 2 nights in this beautifully preserved town.
Monday 14 July
Morning visit to the old town and Shogawa River Valley, including Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tuesday 15 July
Visit Matsumoto Castle and then travel to Kawaguchi for views of Mt Fuji, with a 1-night stay at a ryokan (traditional Japanese hotel).
Wednesday 16 July
Travel to Hakone for a cruise on Lake Ashi, ride on the Hakone Ropeway, and visit to Owakudani Boiling Valley. After lunch, travel to Tokyo for a 3-night stay.
Thursday 17 July
Full day sightseeing in Tokyo, including Asakusa Temple, Imperial Palace Plaza, and Meiji Shrine. Lunch provided.
Friday 18 July
Day at leisure. Optional Sumo Dinner show available at additional cost.
Saturday 19 July
Transfer to Tokyo airport for an indirect flight to UK. Evening arrival back in London, UK.
Optional Okinawa Stay!
Saturday 19 July to Wednesday 23 July
Optional add-on trip to Okinawa, staying at the Nikko Alivila Resort Hotel. Days at leisure with optional activities like visiting the Okinawa Aquarium or exploring the former Japanese Navy underground headquarters.
Thursday 24 July
Fly from Okinawa to Tokyo and then connect for an indirect flight back to London, UK. Arrive in the evening.
This itinerary offers a comprehensive and exciting tour around Japan, coinciding with the rugby matches and covering major cultural and historical sites, including an optional relaxing stay in Okinawa.
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