Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Qatar Airways, 7 Nights Including Extra Excursions!! - NRT-ICN
İSTANBUL – DOHA - TOKYO
We meet with our valued guests at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before the flight departure time. After completing baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we depart for Doha on Qatar Airways' scheduled flight. Following our transfer upon arrival in Doha, we depart for Tokyo. Our journey to Tokyo will continue throughout the night, and we will stay overnight on the plane.
TOKYO
Upon our arrival in Tokyo, we complete our passport and baggage procedures, meet our private vehicle waiting for us, and begin our Tokyo city tour. Our first stop is Shibuya, known as the center of entertainment and cultural experiences. One of Tokyo’s most famous and lively districts, Shibuya is home to one of the world’s busiest pedestrian crossings (Shibuya Scramble Crossing). Hundreds of people moving at once with every light change offers a unique experience for feeling the energy of Tokyo. We will see the Hachiko statue, built in memory of a dog known for its loyalty and also a popular meeting point for locals and tourists, as well as many famous shopping centers, and enjoy our free time. Our next stop will be Yodobashi Electric Town, located in Akihabara, where you can find hundreds of electronics brands together at affordable prices. After the free time provided for shopping, we will proceed to the Ginza district, which reflects the elegance and sophisticated lifestyle of modern Japan. After our visit to Ginza, home to world-famous brands and some of Tokyo’s most exclusive shopping centers and restaurants, we will have free time for dinner. Following our tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – HAKONE – LAKE ASHI – OSHINO HAKKAI – GOTEMBA OUTLET – TOKYO
After breakfast, we set off on Honshu Island to visit Mount Fuji, located southwest of Tokyo, one of the symbols of the city and the highest mountain in Japan. First, we head to Hakone, located in the Kanagawa region, which is famous for its views of Mount Fuji and its natural beauty. Here, together with our guests, we take a boat tour on Lake Ashi to enjoy this magnificent scenery. Following a photo stop, we continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, a region where melted snow combines with underground waters to form natural pools. The waters are naturally filtered as they pass through volcanic rocks, making the pools crystal clear. These pools, each varying in size and depth, offer the opportunity to capture a magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in their waters. After our tour accompanied by our guide, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlets, one of Japan’s largest outlet shopping centers. Following the designated free time, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to relax.
TOKYO – ASAKUSA SENSO - JI TEMPLE – NAKAMISE - GINZA – TOKYO
After breakfast, we begin our city tour, during which we will discover Tokyo's past and modern life together. Our first stop will be Senso-ji Temple, one of the city's landmarks, located in the Asakusa district. Considered Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, this historic structure was built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, after two fisherman brothers supposedly found her statue. Completed in 645 AD, the temple welcomes visitors with the magnificent Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate). After passing through the gate, we take a pleasant walk along Nakamise Shopping Street, which stretches approximately 200 meters toward the temple. On this historic street, which brings the traditional Japanese atmosphere into the present day, you can browse handmade souvenirs, kimonos, folding fans, and a variety of local products, while guests who wish may experience Asakusa's famous street foods and traditional Japanese flavors. We visit Senso-ji Temple by passing through the Hozomon Gate at the end of the street. Continuing our city tour, we proceed to Ginza, one of Tokyo's most popular and prestigious districts. This area, known for its wide boulevards, modern architecture, luxury stores, art galleries, and elegant cafés, offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's sophisticated side. Following our tour accompanied by our guide's explanations, we have free time to go shopping, explore the area as you wish, and take a break for lunch. At the end of the free time, we meet at the designated point and proceed to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
TOKYO – ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST - KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU-DERA –FUSHIMI INARI - KYOTO
After breakfast, we travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen (bullet train). We set off with our private bus waiting for us. With our private vehicle, we depart for Kyoto, Japan’s former capital and one of the best-preserved centers of its traditional culture, famous for its temples, gardens, and traditional neighborhoods. Following our approximately 1-hour journey, we begin our city tour. Kyoto is the only place in Japan that was not bombed during World War II. The city of Kyoto is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We begin our city tour with the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. It welcomes visitors to the bamboo forest with a 500-meter walking trail. During this walk along the trail, you will enjoy pleasant moments accompanied by the sound of the wind passing through the bamboo and will be able to take photographs of the forest. We then continue with our tour of Kinkakuji Temple. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple is a Zen temple whose top two floors are entirely covered in gold leaf and is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Overlooking a large pond, the impressive structure’s each floor represents a different architectural style. We then depart for Kiyomizu-dera. Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto. The temple, one of the historical monuments of ancient Tokyo, has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Otowa waterfall is located directly below the main hall, and its waters flow into a pond through three channels. According to belief, these channels symbolize knowledge, health, and longevity, respectively. We then proceed to Fushimi Inari, another important temple in the city. After our visit to the temple, which is one of Japan’s most famous Shinto shrines and is particularly known for its thousands of orange torii gates, we proceed to our final stop, Fushimi Inari Taisha, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Following our temple visit, accompanied by a beautiful view of Kyoto, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.
Transportation between Tokyo and Kyoto will be provided by bullet train in order to ensure time savings and comfort. For this day, it will be sufficient for our guests to bring only hand luggage containing their overnight necessities. Large suitcases will be collected from the hotel and delivered directly to the accommodation hotel in Kyoto.
KYOTO – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA
After breakfast, we complete our check-out procedures at the hotel and depart for our Nara tour. We begin our tour with Todaiji Temple. Built in 752, the temple was constructed with the aim of becoming the head of all Buddhist temples. As its influence grew over time, the temple also began to influence politics in the 8th century. The main hall of Todaiji has also made it into the record books as the world's largest wooden structure. The enormous building is home to one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). We then visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara. Established in 1880, it is home to many of Nara's major attractions, including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji, and the Nara National Museum. It is also home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. After having the chance to take photos with the deer wandering around, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
OSAKA - OSAKA CASTLE - DOTONBORI - SHINSAIBASHI – OSAKA
After breakfast, we depart by our private bus for the Osaka City Tour & Osaka Castle & Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi. Our first stop will be Osaka Castle, one of the city’s most important historical landmarks. Built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 16th century, this magnificent structure is one of the most significant symbols of Japan’s unification period and offers visitors an impressive historical atmosphere together with its extensive park grounds. Continuing our tour, we proceed to Dotonbori, one of Osaka’s liveliest and most iconic districts. In this area, which reflects the spirit of the city with its colorful neon lights, bustling streets, and famous restaurants, we enjoy a pleasant exploration and have the opportunity to discover Osaka’s identity as a “gastronomic center” up close. We then continue to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle area. Guests are given free time in this area, which is filled with long shopping arcades, international brands, and local boutiques. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
OSAKA - SEOUL
After breakfast, transfer to Osaka airport. We take our flight to Seoul with a local airline. Upon arrival in Seoul, we complete our passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle waiting for us. Welcome to Seoul, the capital of South Korea and one of its fascinating cities where modern life and traditional culture intertwine. We then depart for our Seoul city tour. Our first stop will be Gangnam Square. The area, which gained global fame with PSY’s world-famous song “Gangnam Style,” stands out today with its luxury lifestyle, shopping, and business centers. During our tour, Cheongdam Fashion Street, Gangnam Station, Bongeunsa Temple, and Starfield Library will be among the places seen panoramically. Afterwards, we head to Myeongdong, one of the liveliest and most popular areas of the city. Free time is provided for dinner in this area, famous for its cosmetics stores, fashion boutiques, as well as its delicious street food and restaurants. Guests who wish may sample the finest flavors of Korean cuisine, shop, or enjoy the lively atmosphere of Myeongdong. After the free time, we meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Following check-in at the hotel, overnight at our hotel.
SEOUL – DOHA - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we complete our check-out procedures at the hotel. We then depart for our tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & the National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most magnificent structures of the Joseon Dynasty. Also known as the Northern Palace, this impressive structure is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and during our visit to the palace courtyard, we experience its historical atmosphere up close. We then visit the National Folk Museum of Korea, which reflects the lifestyle and historical development of the Korean people. Continuing our tour, we head to Bukchon Hanok Village, famous for its traditional Korean houses known as Hanok. In this historic area, home to approximately 700 Hanok houses, we observe traditional lifestyle and culture up close by walking through its narrow streets. Afterwards, we proceed to Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul’s liveliest shopping areas. We enjoy free time in this district, famous for its cosmetics stores, shops, and street food. After our tour, we transfer to the airport at the time determined by our guide, and following the baggage and ticket procedures here, we take our flight to Doha with Qatar Airways. Following our transfer in Doha, our flight to Istanbul begins.
ISTANBUL
Upon our arrival in Istanbul, our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you again on another journey..
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Accommodation ;
Hotel check-in times are between 15:00 and 17:00 / Check-out times are between 10:00 and 12:00.
In hotels in Japan, the standard room type is generally a Twin room with two separate single beds. A request for one double bed is subject to hotel availability and cannot be guaranteed.
As the room sizes in hotels in Japan are limited, it is not possible for three adults to stay in the same room (Triple).
Flight Details ;
10 April 27 QR240 IST DOH 1345 1750
10 April 27 QR808 DOH NRT 2035 1255*
19 April 27 QR859 ICN DOH 0150 0540
19 April 27 QR239 DOH IST 0735 1155
Departure and arrival times are local times.
* Flights marked with an asterisk arrive at the destination on the calendar day following the departure date.
Please ask about domestic connection details and price differences.
Prices are not valid for groups; please ask about our special prices.
Transportation between Tokyo and Kyoto will be provided by high-speed train to save time and ensure comfort. For this day, it is sufficient for our guests to take only hand luggage containing their overnight necessities. Large suitcases will be collected from the hotel and delivered directly to the accommodation hotel in Kyoto.
Korea and Japan Entry Forms;
Approval for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is mandatory for travel to South Korea. It is recommended that applications be completed sufficiently in advance of travel through the official website (www.k-eta.go.kr) or the K-ETA mobile application. Support regarding the application process is not provided by the Consulate General of South Korea.
If the K-ETA application is rejected, you can access up-to-date information and guidance regarding the visa application process through the link below:
https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/tr-istanbul-tr/brd/m_8764/view.do?seq=761645&page=1
All guests entering Japan must register through the Visit Japan Web system before traveling and upload the requested information, particularly their passport and flight details, to the system. Visit Japan Web: https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/
What's Included
Round-trip economy class airfare with Qatar Airways scheduled flights Istanbul (IST) – Doha (DOH) - Tokyo (NRT) / Seoul (ICN) – Doha (DOH) - Istanbul (IST)
One-way economy class airfare with a scheduled Local Airline flight between Osaka (KIX) - Seoul (ICN)
Airport taxes
7 nights' accommodation with breakfast in the specified hotel category
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
All city transfers with our private buses
Tokyo Tour
Osaka Tour
Kyoto Tour
Shinkansen bullet train tickets
Seoul tour
Gyeongbokgung Palace - Insadong Antique Street - Gangnam Square
National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village & Myeongdong
Dotonbori -Shinsaibashi
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest - Kinkakuji Temple – Kiyomizu-dera –Fushimi Inari
Osaka Castle – Todaiji Temple - Nara Deer Park
Mount Fuji –Hakone – Lake Ashi – Oshino Hakkai – Gotemba Outlet
Asakusa Senso-ji Temple – Nakamise - Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing – Hachiko Statue - Akihabara – Ginza
Professional Turkish-language guiding and assistance services
TURSAB professional liability insurance
Not Included
Keta Visa fee, service fee
Travel health insurance
Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
All personal expenses and hotel extras
International departure fee
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees (You may pay €200 to your guide during the tour.)
Tourist city taxes
Driver tips