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Category: Short Getaways & Day Trips
Short getaways or weekend trips provide much-needed relaxation and rejuvenation in our urban lifestyle. It is not always possible to take time off to explore a new area and what’s needed is a quick trip with family and friends.
This section includes blogs on day trips suggestions, short getaways from a main city, properties that make for a great short trip.
Himeji City is a good option for a day trip from Osaka or Kyoto. A day trip to Himeji city is worth it just to visit Japan’s most spectacular surviving feudal castle. For those interested in an authentic castle experience and architectural detail, Himeji Castle is delightful.
There are some great options for day trips from Berlin, whether by train or by car. City breaks, cultural sites, outdoor activities like hiking, sailing, medieval towns – there are plenty of options.
Koyasan is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Japan. Apart from the experiencing a temple stay at Koyasan, you can also explore the town’s historic temples, witness ancient Buddhist rituals, visit the sacred Okunoin Cemetery, and savour the beautiful scenery.
There are some awesome things to do in and around Da Nang including some fantastic day trips from Danang to Hoi An and Hue. Besides cultural immersion, laze around at Danang beaches, take a cycling tour or a snorkel trip, visit the longest bridge in Vietnam.
A day trip to Hiroshima can be quite worthwhile to see a significant part of Japan’s history. And then extend your day trip to include Miyajima Island, famous for its floating torii gate and scenic beauty.