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Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Turkish Airlines, 8 Nights Including Extra Excursions (HND-ICN)
ISTANBUL - TOKYO
We meet with you, our valued guests, at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before the flight time (1 calendar day before the departure flight date). Following the completion of our baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we depart for Tokyo on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Our journey to Tokyo will continue throughout the night, and overnight accommodation will be on the plane. Upon our arrival in Tokyo, we complete our passport and baggage procedures, meet our private vehicle waiting for us, and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
TOKYO
After breakfast, we 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). Watching hundreds of people move at once with every light change offers a unique experience for feeling the energy of Tokyo. We will see the Hachiko statue, erected in memory of a dog known for its loyalty and 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 we will have for shopping, we continue to the Ginza district, which reflects the elegance and sophisticated lifestyle of modern Japan. After our tour of Ginza, home to world-famous brands and Tokyo’s most exclusive shopping centers and restaurants, we will have free time for dinner. Following the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – HAKONE – LAKE ASHI – OSHINO HAKKAI – GOTEMBA OUTLET – TOKYO
Following breakfast, we set off on Honshu Island to visit Mount Fuji, located southwest of Tokyo and one of the city’s symbols, as well as Japan’s highest mountain. 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. After a photo stop, we continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, a region where melting snow combines with underground waters to form natural pools. The waters, naturally filtered as they pass through volcanic rocks, make the pools crystal clear. These pools, each varying in size and depth, offer magnificent reflections of Mount Fuji in their waters. Following our tour accompanied by our guide, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlet, one of Japan’s largest outlet shopping centers. After the designated free time, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.
TOKYO – ASAKUSA SENSO-JI TEMPLE – NAKAMISE - GINZA – TOKYO
Following 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, according to legend, after two fisherman brothers found her statue. Completed in AD 645, 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 carries 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. With its wide boulevards, modern architecture, luxury shops, art galleries, and elegant cafés, this area offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's sophisticated side. Following our tour accompanied by our guide's commentary, we have free time to go shopping, explore the area as you wish, and take a meal break. 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 begin with our private bus waiting for us. With our private vehicle, we set off toward Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan 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 was the only place in Japan that was not bombed during World War II. The city of Kyoto is included on the UNESCO World Cultural 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, a Zen temple whose top two floors are completely covered with gold leaf, is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Each floor of the impressive structure overlooking a large pond 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 World Heritage List by UNESCO. The Otowa waterfall is located directly beneath the main hall, and its waters flow into a pond through three channels. According to belief, these channels respectively symbolize knowledge, health, and longevity. 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 especially 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.
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 making it 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 earned a place in the record books as the world's largest wooden structure. The immense 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. Commissioned by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 16th century, this magnificent structure is one of the most important 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 get to know Osaka’s renowned “gastronomic center” up close. We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle area. Guests will have free time in this area, filled with long shopping arcades, international brands, and local boutiques. Following our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
OSAKA - SEOUL
After breakfast, transfer to Osaka airport. We fly to Seoul with a local airline. Upon our 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. Having gained global fame with PSY’s world-famous song “Gangnam Style,” the area 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 viewed panoramically. Afterwards, we head to Myeongdong, one of the liveliest and most popular areas of the city. In this area, famous for its cosmetics stores, fashion boutiques, delicious street food, and restaurants, we have free time for dinner. Our guests may wish to sample exquisite Korean cuisine, go shopping, 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, overnight at our hotel.
SEOUL - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we check out of the hotel. We then depart for our tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & the National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village. Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395, is one of the most magnificent structures of the Joseon Dynasty. Also known as the Northern Palace, this splendid structure is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and we experience its historical atmosphere firsthand during our visit to the palace courtyard. Afterwards, we 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 walk through the narrow streets and observe the traditional lifestyle up close. 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 designated by our guide, and following the baggage and ticket procedures, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Upon arrival in Istanbul at local time, our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you again on another tour.
- Agency and Liability: Ferfergez.com acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. Flight times may change, and all times must be reconfirmed 48 hours before the departure dates. Routes may vary depending on the city where the aircraft lands. You may obtain information about flight times from our offices or your sales representative. Ferfergez.com cannot be held responsible for schedule changes and delays caused by airlines.
- Flight Procedures: Passengers participating in tours with flights are personally responsible for check-in and boarding procedures, which must be completed at the airline counters at the airport or online before the flight. Last-minute delays and gate changes are announced over the public-address systems at airports and displayed on information boards. These announcements and displays must be monitored.
- Participation in the Tour: Ferfergez.com is not responsible for passengers who are not present at the specified airport at the times notified by Ferfergez.com, who do not complete their check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who do not board the aircraft and therefore cannot take their flight. The cost of new round-trip flight tickets and regional transfer expenses required for passengers who miss their flight to join the tour shall be borne by the passengers themselves.
- Program and Meals: The excursions specified in the programs may be conducted on days other than those stated due to compelling reasons. Lunches and dinners included in the program may be served at restaurants designated by the agency when deemed necessary or due to changes in flight times. Panoramic city tours are 2–3-hour tours organized to introduce the cities. City tours and optional tours may be organized on different days, provided that their content remains unchanged. Optional tour prices may vary depending on the content and number of participants.
- Cancellation of the Tour: Panoramic tours and other program tours may not take place if local authorities do not permit visits or due to closed roads. Ferfergez.com is not responsible if these tours cannot be conducted because weather conditions make them impossible. In locations with closed roads or where vehicle access is not permitted, the tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot.
- Optional Tours: Excursions specified as optional in the program may not take place if there is insufficient participation. Optional tours along the route will be conducted even without the participation of all passengers. Guests who do not participate will be directed by the guide to rest areas. Passengers who do not participate in optional tours along the route will be deemed to have participated in the tour by agreeing to wait at the rest stop.
- Personal Belongings: Participants in the tour are responsible for their personal belongings, bags, and luggage. If forgotten, lost, or stolen belongings are found, any expenses incurred in delivering them to the relevant country or person shall be borne by the owner of the belongings.
- Hotel and Accommodation: Ferfergez.com reserves the right to change hotel names. In triple rooms, an extra bed may be provided, which may consist of beds referred to as folding beds or coach beds. Therefore, for reservations involving a third person and/or children, any possible lack of space in the rooms and the type of bed shall be deemed accepted. The child prices specified in the price list are valid when the child stays with two adults. The continental breakfast served at hotels consists of butter, jam or honey, bread, tea or coffee, and fruit juice. Group breakfasts may be served in a separate room.
- Insurance and Health: Participants are required to carry their travel insurance documents with them during the trip. Reports concerning health problems, pregnancy, and medications used regularly must be carried during participation in the tour.
- Other Notes: Tours may be combined with tours of other agencies. In this case, Ferfergez.com guests are under the responsibility of Ferfergez.com. During peak periods (fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc.), hotels may be located farther than the specified distances. In such cases, information will be provided 15 days before the tour departure date. If children under the age of 18 do not participate in the tour accompanied by one or both of their parents, they must carry the required consent forms with them during the trip.
- Passport validity date: For all our passengers traveling abroad, the initial issue date of their currently valid passports must not be more than 10 years ago. In addition, their passports must remain valid for 6 months as of the end of the trip. Guests who will renew their passports are obliged to provide their updated passport details through the channel from which they made the purchase at a later date if they do not provide valid passport details at the time of purchase.
Accommodation ;
Hotel check-in times are between 15:00 and 17:00 / check-out times are between 10:00 and 12:00.
In Japan, the standard room type at hotels 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 room sizes at hotels in Japan are limited, it is not possible for three adults to stay in the same room (Triple).
Flight Details ;
17 April 27 TK198 IST HND 0205 1920
25 April 27 TK91 ICN IST 2320 0500*
Departure and arrival times are local times.
Flights marked with an * arrive at the destination on the calendar day following the departure date.
Please ask about domestic flight connection details and price differences.
Prices are not valid for groups; please ask about our special prices.
Transportation between Kyoto and Tokyo will be provided by high-speed train to save time and ensure comfort. For this day, it is 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 Tokyo.
Korea and Japan Entry Forms;
Approval of 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 the Republic of 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
Turkish Airlines scheduled flight, Istanbul (IST) -Tokyo (HND) / Seoul (ICN) – Istanbul (IST) round-trip economy class airfare
Airport taxes
8 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation in the specified hotel category
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
All city transfers with our private buses
Tokyo Tour
Osaka Tour
Kyoto Tour
High-speed train tickets
Seoul tour
Gyeongbokgung Palace - Insadong Old Street - Gangnam Square
Korean National Folk Museum & 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 Scramble Crossing – Hachiko Statue - Akihabara – Ginza
Professional Turkish-speaking guide 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 kinds of personal expenses and hotel extras
International departure tax
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees (You can pay €200 to your guide during the tour.)
Tourist city taxes
Driver tips