Grand Japan Tour
Journey to the Land of the Rising Sun
With THY
NO TRANSFERS - DIRECT FLIGHT !!!
No Extra Tours - All Tours Included !!!
Tokyo – Mount Fuji – Oshino Hakkai - Hakone – Lake Ashi – Owakudami - Kamakura – Yokohama - Osaka – Kyoto – Nara – Kobe - Rinku Premium Outlet
Tour Departure Dates:
25 January / 29 May / 12 June / 19 June
January School Break: 25 January
Day 1 Istanbul – Tokyo
Meeting 3 hours before departure at the Turkish Airlines Counter in front of the International Departures Terminal, Istanbul Airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Tokyo on Turkish Airlines flight number [placeholder]. Upon arrival in Tokyo, transfer to our hotel for rest and overnight stay.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Sunshine City Prince Hotel, ICI Hotel Ueno Shin Okachimachi etc. Tokyo
Day 2 Tokyo
After breakfast at our hotel, our first stop is Asakusa/Senso-ji Temple (645), one of the oldest Shinto temples famous for its massive lanterns that capture the atmosphere of Tokyo. Passing through the massive Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), you can buy souvenirs for your loved ones and try local street flavors on the authentic Nakamise shopping street, which has over 70 shops, Japan's first open-air mall. Afterwards, we continue to Ginza, Japan's luxury shopping center and perhaps one of the most famous streets in the world. After the Great Kantō Earthquake, when it transformed into a luxury shopping center from being Japan's silver mint until 1800, Ginza got its name from the combination of the kanji characters "gin" (silver) and "za" (place). At the end of our tour, we will walk with thousands of people at Shibuya, home to the world's most famous pedestrian crossing and the Hachiko statue. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our Tokyo hotel.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Sunshine City Prince Hotel, ICI Hotel Ueno Shin Okachimachi etc. Tokyo
Route: Tokyo
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 19:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 3 Tokyo-Kamakura-Yokohama(Air Cabin)-Tokyo
After breakfast at our hotel, we embark on an unforgettable journey towards Japan's deep 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 the Jōdo-shū faith. This temple houses the magnificent Kamakura Great Buddha statue, one of the country's most iconic symbols.A Spiritual Experience and Authentic Streets. Then 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 along the famous Komachi-dori Street, experiencing the authentic and ethnic soul of the region while feeling the traditional texture to the core. In the second half of the day, we move to modern and dynamic Yokohama, one of Japan's three largest metropolises with a population exceeding 3.7 million.Yokohama from the Sky: As soon as we step into the city, we are waiting for a magnificent experience; we soar into the sky with Yokohama Air Cabin and enjoy the privilege of watching the breathtaking silhouette of the city from above.The Region Coming from the Future and Historic Chinatown: Passing through the Minato Mirai area, which dazzles with futuristic landscapes, we set out to explore the 160-year-old historic Yokohama Chinatown, which holds the title of Japan's largest. With its colorful streets, exotic scents, and mesmerizing energy, this region will take you to another world. After this equally packed unique tour, we give you free time to enjoy the surroundings at your own rhythm. At the end of the day, we transfer to our hotel by car to relieve our sweet fatigue. Overnight at our Tokyo hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Sunshine City Prince Hotel, ICI Hotel Ueno Shin Okachimachi etc. Tokyo
Route: Tokyo-Kamakura 66 KM, Kamakura-Yokohama 32 KM, Yokohama-Tokyo 35 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 4 Tokyo – Mount Fuji – Hakone – Lake Ashi – Tokyo
After breakfast, we depart for our Hakone & Mount Fuji tour. Mount Fuji, with its height of 3776 meters, earned the right to be 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 there are temples and tombs around and on the volcano. First, we arrive at Oshino Hakkai village, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Japan with mountain views. We drink water from Mount Fuji and experience local flavors. In this village, where you can find local items you won't see anywhere else and taste local delicacies, we recommend trying the hottest and best version of Japanese mochi mugwort rice cake. Here, together with our guests, we realize our Lake Ashi boat tour to enjoy this magnificent view. Then, we take the cable car up to the peak and see Owakudami Valley, meaning Great Boiling Valley. Afterwards, transfer to our Tokyo hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location 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 5 Tokyo-Osaka
After breakfast, we depart for Osaka via the fast Shinkansen train. After our arrival, we begin our city tour with our vehicle waiting for us. After arriving in Osaka, we start our tour of Osaka, the third largest city in Japan, regarded as the capital of gourmet food. The name Osaka literally means Big Hill or Big 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 established national unity ruling Japan in the 16th century, and it is known that an average of 100,000 workers worked on the construction of the castle. 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 transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Toyokoin Higashi Osaka etc. Osaka
Route: Tokyo-Osaka 498 KM (Travel by Shinkansen high-speed train)
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 6 Osaka – Kyoto – Osaka
After breakfast at our hotel, we start a full-day Kyoto tour. First, we will visit Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose upper two floors are completely covered with gold leaf, representing the peak of its kind with its pond garden design, and located 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. The shrine dedicated to Inari, the rice god, has over a thousand Torii gates. On the path leading 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 Osaka hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Toyokoin Higashi Osaka etc. Osaka
Route: Osaka-Kyoto-Osaka 56 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 7 Osaka – Nara – Kobe – Osaka
After breakfast, we continue our tour to the ancient city of Nara. It is the former capital of Japan (710) and the city with the largest and oldest temples. First, we visit Todaiji Temple, the largest wooden structure in the world. Inside, it also houses one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). Afterwards, we visit the deer waiting for us in the sacred Nara Park, the messengers of the gods. You will have a wonderful time with the deer that do not run away from people and even feed them with crackers sold nearby. Then we begin our city tour of Kobe. Kobe, famous for its Wagyu beef, is one of Japan's top 10 large cities. Besides being a port city, it is also the city with the most Sake production in Japan. Our first stop is Kobe Mosaic, a shopping and entertainment center. After enjoying our tour here with shopping and experiencing local flavors, we visit the Kobe Earthquake Memorial Museum. In the museum, there is a documentary explaining the recovery process with realistic images of the destructiveness of the earthquake, along with much information about the earthquake and various interactive games related to disaster prevention. At the end of our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Hotel Osaka Plaza, Toyokoin Higashi Osaka etc. Osaka
Route: Osaka-Nara 32 KM, Nara-Kobe 63 KM, Kobe-Osaka 33 KM
Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 18:30 depending on traffic conditions
Day 8 Osaka – Rinku Premium Outlet – Istanbul
After breakfast and free time, 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. We transfer to the airport. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight number [placeholder]. The next day arrival in Istanbul. We hope to see you on your next trip ...
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken separately during free time at a location determined by the guide.
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 specified in the tour program without disrupting the program, and accordingly, for payments made regarding expenses such as local guides, museum & site entry fees, city taxes, and if applicable, earphone audio systems, they will additionally pay the amount previously notified in the tour program to the tour officer during the travel. The guest has been fully and comprehensively informed on this matter.