Fort Worth Sister Cities

Sakura Circuit: Journey to Japan
2026-04-11 - 2026-04-21
Experience the best of Japan on this immersive 11-day tour featuring cherry blossom season, cultural traditions, and iconic landmarks.

Begin in Nagaoka as official Fort Worth ambassadors, celebrating our sister city partnership while enjoying “hanami,” or cherry blossom, season at Yukyuzan Park and touring the renowned Nagaoka Fireworks Factory. Journey to historic Kyoto to explore UNESCO World Heritage sites including Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the golden Kinkaku-ji, participate in a traditional tea ceremony and Zen meditation session, and wander through the atmospheric geisha district of Gion.

Conclude in vibrant Tokyo with visits to the Samurai Ninja Museum, the ancient Asakusa Kannon Temple, and upscale Ginza district. Experience authentic Japanese culture through hands-on activities including a sushi-making class, tea ceremony, and Zazen meditation, while traveling seamlessly between cities on Japan’s efficient bullet train. The tour includes select meals and a farewell dinner cruise on Tokyo Bay.

$1,000 deposit due Dec. 15
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Luhambo Lwesive - Journey of the Nation
2026-08-28 - 2026-09-08
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of Southern Africa, where cultural immersion meets wilderness adventure. This carefully curated expedition takes you from the vibrant kingdom of Eswatini to the untamed beauty of South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park.

Luhambo lwesive means journey of the nation. It is a philosophy: a celebration of shared heritage and cultural pride. This journey invites you to walk alongside the people of Eswatini and South Africa, experiencing the landscapes and traditions that shape a nation’s story.

Your odyssey begins in Mbabane, Eswatini’s capital, where you’ll be welcomed with official hospitality. Immerse yourself in the rich Swazi heritage as you explore the renowned Swazi Candle workshop, where artisans hand-sculpt stunning Big Five-themed candles, and the world-famous Ngwenya Glass factory, a vibrant space filled with music and creativity where recycled glass transforms into works of art.

Delve deeper into ancient traditions at the Mantenga Cultural Village, a living museum that brings classical Swazi life to vivid reality. Journey to Pigg’s Peak at the foot of Eswatini’s highest mountain, discovering local craftsmanship at the Peak Fine Craft Centre. Gain diplomatic insights during a briefing at the U.S. Embassy and witness meaningful community impact through a visit to a health center that was constructed with the support of FWSCI.

The adventure intensifies as you venture into South Africa’s Pilanesberg National Park, home to the iconic Big Five. Your exclusive sanctuary, Shepherd’s Tree Lodge, offers an intimate wilderness experience in a private zone where elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo roam freely. Over four thrilling days, experience twice-daily game drives in open safari vehicles, tracking wildlife at dawn and dusk. Enjoy sundowners deep in the bush as the African sunset paints the sky, followed by spotlight safaris revealing the nocturnal hunters of the night.

This journey seamlessly blends cultural discovery, diplomatic engagement, wildlife encounters, and luxury accommodations. This journey is more than travel – it is luhambo lwesive, a powerful journey of the nation that connects people, purpose, and place in an experience that will resonate long after you return home.

April 15 – $1000 deposit due

May 15 – Final balance due

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Questions? Contact Megan.
