Comfort Japan Tour with Turkish Airlines - 7 Nights

ISTANBUL - OSAKA We meet our valued guests at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal, 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 Osaka on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight. Our journey to Osaka will continue throughout the night and we will spend the night on the aircraft. Upon arrival in Seoul, after completing our passport and baggage procedures, we meet our private vehicle that will be waiting for us. Welcome to Osaka. After leaving the airport, we transfer to our hotel. After completing hotel check-in procedures, we spend the night at our hotel.

OSAKA After breakfast we complete our hotel checkout and transfer to Seoul Airport. We fly to Osaka with a local airline. After arrival we complete passport and baggage procedures and depart for Osaka City Tour & Osaka Castle & Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi with our private bus waiting for us. Our first stop will be Osaka Castle, one of the most important historical symbols of the city. This magnificent structure built in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi is one of the most significant symbols of Japan's unification period and offers visitors an impressive historical atmosphere together with its extensive park area. Continuing our tour, we proceed to Dotonbori, one of Osaka's most vibrant and iconic districts. We enjoy a pleasant exploration in this area reflecting the soul of the city with its colorful neon lights, lively streets and famous restaurants, and have the opportunity to closely discover Osaka's reputation as the "gastronomy capital." We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka's most popular shopping and lifestyle avenue. We provide our guests with free time in this area filled with long shopping galleries, international brands and local boutiques.

OSAKA – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA After breakfast, we depart for our Nara tour. Our tour begins with Todaiji Temple. The temple, built in 752, was constructed to serve as the head of all Buddhist temples. The temple's influence grew over time, and by the 8th century it began to influence politics as well. The main hall of Todaiji holds a place in the record books as the world's largest wooden structure. The massive building houses 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 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 GROVE – KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU-DERA – FUSHIMI INARI – KYOTO After breakfast, we depart by private vehicle towards Kyoto, Japan's former capital and one of the best-preserved centers of traditional culture, famous for its temples, gardens and traditional neighborhoods. Following our journey of approximately 1 hour, we begin our city tour. During World War II, Kyoto was the only place in Japan that was not bombed. The city of Kyoto is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We begin our city tour at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Visitors to the bamboo forest are greeted by a 500-meter walking trail. During this walk along the trail, you will enjoy pleasant moments with the sound of wind reaching through the bamboos and will be able to take photos of the forest. We then continue with our Kinkakuji Temple tour. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf, is also known as the Golden Pavilion. The impressive structure overlooking a large pond has each floor representing a different architectural style. We then proceed to Kiyomizu-dera.

KYOTO – SHINKANSEN (HIGH-SPEED TRAIN) – SHIBUYA – AKIHABARA – YODOBASHI – GINZA – TOKYO After breakfast, we travel to Tokyo by Shinkansen (high-speed train). Upon arrival, our private bus will be waiting for us to begin our Tokyo city tour. Upon arrival in Tokyo, after passport and luggage procedures, we depart for our Tokyo city tour with our waiting private vehicle. Our first stop is Shibuya, known as the center of entertainment and cultural experiences. Shibuya, one of Tokyo's most famous and lively districts, is home to one of the world's busiest pedestrian crossings (Shibuya Scramble Crossing). Experiencing hundreds of people moving at once with every traffic light change offers a unique way to feel Tokyo's energy. We will see the Hachiko statue, built in memory of a dog known for its loyalty, which is also popular as a 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 in Akihabara, where you can find hundreds of electronic brands all in one place at affordable prices.

TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – HAKONE – LAKE ASHI – OSHINO HAKKAI – GOTEMBA OUTLET – TOKYO After breakfast, we set off to Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan, located in the southwest of Tokyo on Honshu Island and one of the country's iconic symbols. First, we head to Hakone in the Kanagawa region, famous for its Mount Fuji views and 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 travel by bus to Oshino Hakkai, an area where melting snow combines with underground water to form natural pools. Water filtered naturally through volcanic rocks keeps these pools crystal clear. The pools, each different in size and depth, capture magnificent reflections of Mount Fuji. After our guided tour, we head to Gotemba Premium Shopping, one of Japan's largest outlet shopping centers. After the scheduled free time, transfer back to the hotel and free time to rest.

TOKYO – ASAKUSA SENSO-JI TEMPLE – NAKAMISE - GINZA – TOKYO After breakfast, we begin our city tour where we will explore Tokyo's past and modern life together. Our first stop will be Senso-ji Temple, located in the Asakusa district, one of the symbols of the city. This historic structure, considered Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, was built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy Kannon after two fisherman brothers found her statue, according to legend. Completed in 645 AD, the temple welcomes its visitors with the magnificent Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate). After passing through the gate, we take a pleasant walk along the approximately 200-meter-long Nakamise Shopping Street leading to the temple. On this historic street that brings traditional Japanese atmosphere to today; you can examine handmade souvenirs, kimonos, folding fans and various local products, and our guests who wish can experience Asakusa's famous street flavors and traditional Japanese tastes. Passing through the Hozomon Gate at the end of the street, we visit Senso-ji Temple. Continuing our city tour, we move to Ginza, one of Tokyo's most popular and prestigious districts.

TOKYO – ISTANBUL After breakfast, we complete our hotel checkout. At the time set by our guide, we transfer to the airport, and after the baggage and ticketing procedures, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Upon arrival in Istanbul according to local time, our tour concludes. We hope to see you again on another one of our tours..