Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Turkish Airlines, 8 Nights Including Extra Tours!! - ICN-NRT - October 13 - March 06 - May 14

ISTANBUL - SEOUL

We meet with you, our valued guests, at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before the flight time.  After completing our baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we depart for Seoul on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Our journey to Seoul will continue throughout the night, and overnight accommodation will be on the plane. 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. After leaving the airport, we head to Myeongdong, one of the liveliest and most popular areas of the city. In this district, famous for its cosmetics stores, fashion boutiques, delicious street food, and restaurants, we have free time for dinner. Our guests may experience the finest flavors of 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. After completing our check-in procedures, overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL

Following breakfast, we depart for the Seoul City Tour & Gangnam Square & Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village & Myeongdong. Our first stop will be Gangnam Square. Having gained global fame through PSY’s world-famous song “Gangnam Style,” the area is now prominent for its luxury lifestyle, shopping, and business centers. During our tour, Cheongdam Fashion Street, Gangnam Station, Bongeunsa Temple, and Starfield Library are among the places to be seen panoramically. Continuing our tour, our second stop is Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395 and one of the most magnificent structures of the Joseon Dynasty. Also known as the Northern Palace, this magnificent structure is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and we will experience its historical atmosphere up close with 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 depart for 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 area, famous for its cosmetics stores, shopping boutiques, and street food. Following our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL – OSAKA CASTLE - DOTONBORI - SHINSAIBASHI – OSAKA

After breakfast, we complete our check-out procedures at the hotel and transfer to Seoul Airport. We fly to Osaka with local airlines. Upon arrival, after completing passport and baggage procedures, we depart in our private bus waiting for us 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, together with its extensive park grounds, offers visitors an impressive historical atmosphere. Continuing our tour, we head 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 experience firsthand the character of Osaka, known as the “gastronomic center.” We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle area. We give our guests free time in this district, filled with long shopping arcades, international brands and local boutiques. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

OSAKA – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA

After breakfast  we 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 its mark in 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). Afterwards, we visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara. Established in 1880, it is home to most of Nara's main 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– ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST - KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU DERA – FUSHIMI INARI  - KYOTO 

After breakfast, we set off in our private vehicle towards Kyoto, the former capital of Japan and one of the best-preserved centers of its traditional culture, famous for its temples, gardens and traditional neighborhoods. Following our journey, which will take approximately 1 hour, 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 moving through the bamboo and will be able to take pictures 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 completely covered in gold leaf and is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Overlooking a large pond, this impressive structure represents a different architectural style on each floor. We then head to Kiyomizu-dera.  Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto. One of the historical monuments of ancient Tokyo, the temple has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Otowa waterfall is located just 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 this temple, one of Japan's most famous Shinto shrines and 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 relax.

KYOTO – SHINKANSEN (BULLET TRAIN) – SHIBUYA – AKIHABARA – YODOBASHI – GINZA - TOKYO  

After breakfast, we travel to Tokyo by Shinkansen (bullet train). We begin our Tokyo city tour with our private bus waiting for us. Upon arrival in Tokyo, after passport and baggage procedures, we depart for our Tokyo city tour in our private vehicle waiting for us. 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 simultaneously with every change of the lights offers a unique experience for feeling Tokyo’s energy. We will see the Hachiko statue, created in memory of a dog known for its loyalty and popular as a meeting point for locals and tourists, as well as many famous shopping malls, and enjoy our free time. Our next stop will be Yodobashi Electric Town, located in Akihabara, where you can find hundreds of electronic brands together at affordable prices. After the free time we will provide for shopping, we continue 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 Tokyo’s most exclusive shopping centers and restaurants, we will have free time for dinner. Following our tour, we 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, located southwest of Tokyo, to visit Mount Fuji, one of the city’s symbols and Japan’s highest mountain. First, we travel to Hakone, located in the Kanagawa region, which is famous for its views of Mount Fuji and its natural beauty. Here, we take a boat tour on Lake Ashi with our guests to enjoy this magnificent scenery. Following our photo stop, we continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, an area where melting snow combines with underground waters to form natural pools. The waters are naturally filtered through volcanic rocks, making the pools crystal clear. These pools, each differing in size and depth, allow you to capture a magnificent reflection 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 allocated free time, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.

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. This historic structure, considered Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, was allegedly built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, after two fisherman brothers 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 carries the traditional Japanese atmosphere into the present day, you can browse handmade souvenirs, kimonos, folding fans and various 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 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 stores, art galleries and elegant cafés, this area offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's refined side. After our tour accompanied by our guide's explanations, we have free time to shop, 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 – İSTANBUL 

After breakfast, we complete our checkout procedures at the hotel. At the time determined by our guide, we transfer to the airport, and following the baggage and ticket procedures here, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Upon our arrival in Istanbul according to local time, our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you again on another tour..