Special for Kurban Bayrami
Grand Japan Korea Tour
With THY
''From Tradition to Future, Far East Adventure''
NON-STOP DIRECT FLIGHT !!!
No Extra Tours - All Tours Included !!!
Seoul – Myeongdong - Osaka – Kyoto – Nara – Rinku Premium Outlet – Tokyo – Mt. Fuji – Oshino Hakkai – Hakone – Lake Ashi – Kamakura – Yokohama
Tour Departure Dates:
May 17 / May 19
Day 1 Istanbul – Seoul
Meeting 3 hours before departure in front of the Turkish Airlines Check-in Counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart with Turkish Airlines' limited flights to Seoul. Arrival in Seoul. After arrival and baggage claim, we depart from the airport. First, we head to the famous Namdaemun, a stop for local Korean flavors. After this break where you can experience Korean cuisine ranging from street food to traditional sweets, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Seoul.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Seoul Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
Day 2 Seoul
We start the day with a pleasant breakfast at our hotel and then begin our city tour of Seoul.
During our city tour, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong Antique Street, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Myeongdong Street are among the places we will see panoramically. Our first stop is Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395. Compared to its neighboring palaces Changdeokgung (East Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (West Palace), it is generally known as the Northern Palace because it is located furthest north. Afterwards, we will visit Bukchon Hanok Village, whose name means North Village. Hanok refers to traditional Korean houses, and there are approximately 700 Hanoks in this village. Then, we transfer to Myeongdong, Korea's most famous shopping and fashion district. We give free time for shopping and street food on Myeondong Street. Transfer to our hotel.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Seoul Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
Route:Seoul
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 19:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 3 Seoul – Osaka
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Osaka with local airlines. Upon arrival in Osaka, we begin our tour of Osaka, which is considered the gourmet food capital of Japan and the 3rd largest city in Japan. Osaka literally means Great Hill or Great Slope. In our city tour of Osaka, we first start with Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century and one of the finest examples of Japanese architecture. The castle was commissioned by "Toyotomi Hideyoshi," who unified Japan in the 16th century, and it is known that an average of 100,000 workers were involved in its construction. After Osaka Castle, we visit Dotonbori, Osaka's popular food district. We experience the lively atmosphere of Dotonbori with its iconic neon signs, street food, and shopping venues. After free time in the city, we complete our transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Osaka Castle Hotel etc. Osaka
Route: Seul - Osaka
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 19:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 4 Osaka – Kyoto – Osaka
After breakfast at our hotel, we start our full-day tour of Kyoto. First, we will visit Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose upper two floors are completely covered in gold leaf, representing the pinnacle of its kind with its pond garden design, and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Afterwards, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, which was featured in the filming of the movie "Memoirs of a Geisha." Dedicated to Inari, the rice god, the shrine has over a thousand Torii gates. On the path to the shrine decorated with Torii gates and statues of foxes, believed to be messengers of the god Inari, you will see Japan's ancient roots. After our tour in Gion, Kyoto's historic district famous for its geishas, we visit the Bamboo Grove Park. After our tour, we return to our hotel in Osaka. Overnight at our hotel.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Osaka Castle Hotel etc. Osaka
Route: Osaka-Kyoto-Osaka 56 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 5 Osaka – Nara – Rinku Premium Outlet – Osaka
After breakfast, we continue our tour to the ancient city of Nara. It is the city where Japan's former capital (710) was located and is home to the country's largest and oldest temples. First, we visit Todaiji Temple, the world's largest wooden structure. It also houses one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). Afterwards, we visit the deer, messengers of the gods, waiting for us inside the sacred Nara Park. You will have a wonderful time with the deer that do not run away from people and are fed with crackers sold nearby. Then, we arrive at Rinku Premium Outlet, one of Japan's largest outlets containing many stores. We have free time at the outlet where we can find international and Japanese brands at affordable prices. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Osaka Castle Hotel etc. Osaka
Route: Osaka-Nara 32 KM, Nara - Rinku Premium Outlet 68 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 6 Osaka – Tokyo
After morning breakfast, we depart for Tokyo via the high-speed Shinkansen train. Upon arrival, we begin our city tour with our waiting vehicle. Our first stop is Asakusa/Senso-ji Temple, the oldest Shinto temple (645) famous for its massive lanterns that capture the atmosphere of Tokyo. Passing through the massive Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), you can buy gifts for your loved ones on the authentic Nakamise Street, Japan's first open-air mall with over 70 shops, and try local street foods. Afterwards, we continue to Ginza, Japan's luxury shopping center and perhaps one of the world's most famous streets. Before the great Kanto earthquake, Ginza was Japan's silver mint until 1800, and after becoming a luxury shopping center, its name comes from the combination of the kanji characters "gin" (silver) and "za" (location). At the end of our tour, we will walk alongside thousands of people at Shibuya, home to the world's most famous pedestrian crossing and the Hachiko statue. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Tokyo.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Sunshine City Prince Hotel, ICI Hotel Ueno Shin Okachimachi etc. Tokyo
Route: Osaka-Tokyo 498 KM (Travel by Shinkansen high-speed train)
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 19:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 7 Tokyo – Mt. Fuji – Hakone – Lake Ashi – Tokyo
After morning breakfast, we depart for our Hakone & Mt. Fuji tour. Mt. Fuji, with an altitude of 3776 meters, earned its place on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2013. It is the highest mountain in Japan and is known for its elegant conical shape. It is the sacred symbol of the country, and temples and mausoleums are found around and on the volcano. First, we come to Oshino Hakkai village, one of Japan's most beautiful villages with mountain views. We drink water from Mt. Fuji and experience local flavors. In this village, where you can find local items and taste local delicacies in shops that you won't see anywhere else, we recommend trying the hottest and best version of Japanese mochi mugwort rice cake. Here, together with our guests, we will take our boat tour on Lake Ashi to enjoy this magnificent view. Afterwards, we take the cable car up to the top and see Owakudani Valley, meaning Great Boiling Valley. Then, we transfer to our hotel in Tokyo. Overnight at our hotel.
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Sunshine City Prince Hotel, ICI Hotel Ueno Shin Okachimachi etc. Tokyo
Route: Tokyo- Oshino Hakkai 101 KM, Oshino Hakkai – Lake Ashi (Hakone) 47 KM , Hakone – Tokyo 85 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 8 Tokyo-Kamakura-Yokohama(Air Cabin)-Istanbul
After having breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we embark on an unforgettable journey towards Japan's deep-rooted history. Today, we will explore the historic city of Kamakura, where the Shogunate system was born and the foundations of the samurai spirit were laid! **Great Buddha and Traces of History:** We step into the enchanting atmosphere of Kamakura with Kotoku-in Temple, one of the most peaceful centers of Jodo-shu faith. This temple houses the magnificent Kamakura Great Buddha statue, one of the country's most iconic symbols. **Spiritual Experience and Authentic Streets.** Afterwards, we turn our route to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, one of Japan's most magnificent Shinto shrines. Immediately after this visit where we will hear the whispers of history, we enjoy a pleasant walk on the famous Komachi-dori Street, where we will feel the traditional texture to the core and experience the authentic and ethnic soul of the region. In the second half of the day, we move to Yokohama, one of Japan's three largest metropolises with a population exceeding 3.7 million, which is modern and dynamic. **Yokohama from the Sky:** As soon as we step into the city, a magnificent experience awaits us; we glide into the sky with Yokohama Air Cabin and enjoy the privilege of viewing the breathtaking silhouette of the city from above. **Region from the Future and Historic Chinatown:** Passing through the Minato Mirai area with futuristic landscapes that dazzle the eyes, we set out to explore the 160-year-old historic Yokohama Chinatown, which holds the title of being the largest in Japan. With its colorful streets, exotic scents, and mesmerizing energy, this region will take you to another world. After this unique and full day of touring, we give you free time so you can enjoy the surroundings at your own pace. At the end of the day, we perform our transfer to the airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines' limited flights. The next day arrival in Istanbul. Hope to see you on your next trip...
Morning Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: To be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Route: Tokyo-Kamakura 66 KM, Kamakura-Yokohama 32 KM, Yokohama-Tokyo 35 KM
Osaka Castle entrance fee, Todaiji Temple entrance fee, Kinkakuji Temple entrance fee, Fushimi Inari Temple entrance fee, Lake Ashi boat tour,Owakudami Cable Car Fee, Yokohama Air Cabin entrance fee, Tourist City Taxes and Local Guides per person: 220 EUR
Guests accept in advance that they will participate in the tours scheduled in the tour program without disrupting the program and will pay the amount previously announced in the tour program additionally to the tour manager during the travel for expenses such as local guides, museum & site entrance fees, city taxes, and if applicable, headphone audio systems.
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