Hey all
I am planning to visit Okinawa for around 6 days with my girlfriend as part of a wider backpacking trip. We would like it to be pretty relaxing without doing too much. This is what I am thinking for the itinerary so far – and I have a few questions. Appreciate any feedback!
Questions:
– Does this flow logically?
– Is there anything missing in the areas we are visiting?
– Could anything be taken out from this itinerary to avoid repeating similar activities and make it more chilled?
– Any other recommended bits for Naha on Day 1?
– Can a car be picked up easily in Naha or does it need to be from airport?
Okinawa itinerary
Day 1: Naha
Visit Shuri Castle.
Eat at Yatai Mura (street food village)
Day 2: Kerama Island
Book first and last ferry of the day to Tokashiki Island. Take island bus to Aharen Beach
Day 3-4: North
Pick up car. Drive to the north. From here do the aquarium and explore Bise village which we can walk around. Visit Emerald Beach.
Go to Sesoko Island and do some nice walks / swims.
Do hike up Katsuudake (uphill but short – less than hour)
Day 5-6: West/ Central
Go to Onna village which- chill, snorkel and dive. Cape Maeda is meant to be beautiful. Swim out to Blue Cave – decide if need tour for this
Drive to beach 51
Potentially do the Ryukyu Mura village visit
Go to Yomitan village – visit cape Zanpa lighthouse and walk along coast. Try Blue Seal ice cream
Check out Chatan and the American village
Day 7: South
Drive South and visit the peace memorial park and museums
Drop off car
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