Private Group GRİ TUR Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Turkish Airlines, 8 Nights, Extra Tours Included, ICN–KIX

Istanbul – Seoul 

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). After completing our baggage check-in 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 aircraft.r.

Seoul 

After arriving 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 city’s liveliest and most popular areas. We have free time for dinner in this district, famous for its cosmetics shops, fashion boutiques, delicious street food, and restaurants. Guests who wish may sample the finest flavors of Korean cuisine, go shopping, or enjoy Myeongdong’s vibrant atmosphere. After our free time, we meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Following check-in, overnight at our hotel.

Seoul

After 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. The area, which gained global fame with PSY’s world-famous “Gangnam Style” song, 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. Our second stop on the continuation of our tour 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 one of the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and we experience its historical atmosphere up close 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 move on to Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul’s liveliest shopping destinations. In this area, famous for its cosmetics stores, shopping shops, and street food, we enjoy our free time. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

 SEOUL –  TOKYO - SHINKANSEN (HIGH-SPEED TRAIN) – SHIBUYA – AKIHABARA – YODOBASHI – GINZA - TOKYO  

After breakfast, we complete our check-out procedures at the hotel and transfer to Seoul Airport. We fly to Tokyo with a local airline. We begin our Tokyo city tour with our private bus 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 at once every time the lights 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 we will have for shopping, we move on 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 dining. At the end of 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 Mount Fuji, located southwest of Tokyo, one of the city's landmarks and the highest mountain in Japan. First, we travel 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 view. After our 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 these pools crystal clear. The pools, each with a different 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 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. Considered Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, this historic structure was reportedly built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, after two fisherman brothers discovered 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 for 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 sample 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. Notable for its broad boulevards, modern architecture, luxury stores, art galleries, and elegant cafés, this area offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's sophisticated side. After our tour accompanied by our guide's explanations, we have free time for shopping, exploring the area as you wish, 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 –  ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST - KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU DERA – FUSHIMI INARI  - KYOTO 

After breakfast, we travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen (high-speed train). We begin with our private bus waiting for us. With our private vehicle, we set off for 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 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 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 pictures of the forest. We then continue with our tour of Kinkakuji Temple. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose upper two floors are completely covered with gold leaf, is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Each floor of this 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 historic monuments of ancient Tokyo, has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. 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 long life, 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, particularly known for its thousands of orange torii gates, we proceed to Fushimi Inari Taisha, our final stop, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After 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 checkout procedures at the hotel and depart for our Nara tour. We begin our tour with Todaiji Temple. Built in 752, the temple was constructed to serve as the head of all Buddhist temples. As its influence grew over time, the temple also began to affect politics in the 8th century. The main hall of Todaiji has also made its mark in the record books as the largest wooden structure in the world. The enormous building houses 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 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 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, 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 areas. In this district, 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 character as a “gastronomic center” up close. We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi area, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle district. Guests are given free time in this area, filled with long shopping arcades, international brands, and local boutiques. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

OSAKA  – ISTANBUL

After breakfast, we complete our check-out 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 ends. We hope to see you again on another tour..