South Korea and Japan Tour

ISTANBUL - SEOUL 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 Seoul on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight. Our journey to Seoul will continue throughout the night and we will spend the night on the aircraft. Upon arrival in Seoul, we complete our passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle that will be waiting for us. Welcome to Seoul, the capital of South Korea and one of the fascinating cities where modern life and traditional culture intertwine. After departing from the airport, we head to Myeongdong, one of the most vibrant and popular districts of the city. This area, famous for its cosmetic stores, fashion boutiques, and delicious street food and restaurants, offers free time for dinner. Guests who wish may experience the exquisite 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 check-in procedures, we spend the night at our hotel.

SEOUL After breakfast, we depart for Seoul City Tour & Gangnam Square & Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & Korean National Folk Museum & Bukchon Hanok Village & Myeongdong. Our first stop will be Gangnam Square. The area, which gained global fame with PSY's world-famous song "Gangnam Style," today stands out with luxury living, shopping and business centers. During our tour, Cheongdam Fashion Street, Gangnam Station, Bongeunsa Temple and Starfield Library are among the places viewed 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 building is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and with our visit to the palace courtyard, we feel the historical atmosphere up close. We then visit the Korean National Folk Museum, which reflects the Korean people's living culture and historical development. Continuing our tour, we head to Bukchon Hanok Village, famous for its Hanok structures, which are traditional Korean houses.

SEOUL – OSAKA CASTLE - DOTONBORI - SHINSAIBASHI – OSAKA After breakfast, we complete our hotel check-out and transfer to Seoul Airport. We fly to Osaka with a local airline. Upon arrival, after completing passport and baggage procedures, we depart for Osaka City Tour & Osaka Castle & Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi by 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 important symbols of Japan's unification period and offers visitors an impressive historical atmosphere along 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 of this area that reflects the soul of the city with its colorful neon lights, lively streets and famous restaurants, and have the opportunity to discover Osaka's reputation as a "gastronomy center". We then proceed to Shinsaibashi, Osaka's most popular shopping and lifestyle district.

OSAKA – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA After breakfast, we depart for our Nara tour. We start our tour with Todaiji Temple. Built in 752, the temple was constructed to serve as the head of all Buddhist temples. Over time, the temple's influence grew and by the 8th century it began to influence politics as well. The main hall of Todaiji holds the record as the world's largest wooden structure. The massive building also houses one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). Next, we visit Nara Park, a large park located in the center of Nara. Established in 1880, the area 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 back 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 for 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 approximately 1-hour journey, 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 start our city tour at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Visitors to the bamboo grove are welcomed by a 500-meter walking trail. During this walk, you will enjoy pleasant moments accompanied by the sound of the wind reaching through the bamboos, and you will be able to take photos of the forest. We then continue with our Kinkakuji Temple tour. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a Zen temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. Each floor of the impressive building overlooking a large pond represents a different architectural style. We then proceed to Kiyomizu-dera.

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 luggage procedures, we depart for our Tokyo city tour with our private vehicle waiting for us. 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 crossing at once with every traffic light change offers a unique way to feel the energy of Tokyo. We will see the Hachiko statue, built in memory of a dog known for its loyalty that serves as a popular meeting point for locals and tourists alike, as well as many famous shopping centers, and we will 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 for Mount Fuji, located in the southwest of Tokyo on Honshu Island, one of the city's symbols and Japan's highest mountain. First, we head to Hakone in the Kanagawa region, famous for 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 continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, a area where melting snow combines with underground water to form natural pools. Water passing through volcanic rocks is naturally filtered, ensuring the pools maintain crystal-clear clarity. The pools, each of different size and depth, allow you to capture a magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in their waters. After our guided tour, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlets, one of Japan's largest outlet shopping centers. After the allocated free time, transfer to the hotel and free time to rest.

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