Comfort Japan Tour with Turkish Airlines, 7 Nights Including Extra Tours!! - KIX-NRT - November 4 to March 8

ISTANBUL - OSAKA

We meet with you, our valued guests, at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before the flight departure time (1 calendar day before the departure flight date). After completing our baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we depart for Osaka on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Our journey to Osaka 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 Osaka. After leaving the airport, we transfer to our hotel. Following check-in, overnight accommodation will be at our hotel.

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 our 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 expansive 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 become closely acquainted with Osaka’s reputation as a “gastronomic center.” We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle area. In this district, filled with long shopping arcades, international brands, and local boutiques, we offer our guests free time. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

OSAKA – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA

After breakfast  in the morning, 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 way 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). Afterwards, we visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara. Founded in 1880, it is home to most 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– ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST - KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU DERA –FUSHIMI INARI  - KYOTO 

Following 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, renowned for its temples, gardens and traditional neighborhoods. After a journey of approximately 1 hour, 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 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 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 depart for Kiyomizu-dera.  Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto. One of the historic monuments of ancient Tokyo, the temple has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Otowa Waterfall is located directly below 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 this temple, one of Japan’s most famous Shinto shrines, 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.

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

After breakfast, we take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo. We begin our Tokyo city tour with our private bus waiting for us. Upon our arrival in Tokyo, following passport and luggage procedures, we depart in our private vehicle for a city tour of Tokyo. Our first stop is Shibuya, known as a 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). To feel the energy of Tokyo, watching hundreds of people move at once every time the lights change offers a unique experience. We will see the Hachiko statue, erected 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 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 proceed to the Ginza district, which reflects the elegance and sophisticated lifestyle of modern Japan. Following 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. After 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 to visit Mount Fuji, located southwest of Tokyo and one of the symbols of the city, as well as the highest mountain in Japan. First, we travel to Hakone, located in the Kanagawa region, 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, form pools with crystal-clear waters. In these pools, each of which differs in size and depth, you can capture a magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in the reflections on the water. Following our excursion accompanied by our guide, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlets, one of the largest outlet shopping centers in Japan. After the designated 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, regarded as Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, was built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, after two fisherman brothers supposedly found her statue, according to legend. 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, approximately 200 meters long, leading to 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 sample Asakusa's famous street foods and traditional Japanese flavors. Passing through the Hozomon Gate at the end of the street, we visit Senso-ji Temple. Continuing our city tour, we proceed to Ginza, one of Tokyo's most popular and prestigious districts. Notable for its wide boulevards, modern architecture, luxury stores, art galleries, and elegant cafés, this area offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's sophisticated side. Following our tour accompanied by our guide's explanations, we have free time for shopping, exploring the area at your leisure, and taking 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 – ISTANBUL 

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel. At the time determined by our guide, we transfer to the airport, and after completing the baggage and ticket procedures here, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Our tour ends upon arrival in Istanbul according to local time. We hope to see you again on another tour..