South Korea and Japan Tour , May 14

Istanbul – Seoul We meet our valued guests at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal, approximately 3 hours before the flight. After completing baggage check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Seoul on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Our journey to Seoul continues through the night, and we will spend the night on the aircraft.

SEOUL Upon our arrival in Seoul, we complete passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle that awaits us. Welcome to Seoul, the capital of South Korea and one of the captivating cities where modern life and traditional culture intertwine. We then depart for our Seoul city tour. Our first stop will be Gangnam Square. The area, which gained global fame through 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 seen panoramically. We then proceed to Myeongdong, one of the most vibrant and popular districts of the city. In this area, famous for its cosmetic stores, fashion boutiques as well as delicious street food and restaurants, we provide free time for dinner. Our guests who wish can experience the exquisite flavors of Korean cuisine, go shopping, or enjoy the lively atmosphere of Myeongdong. After free time, we meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Following check-in procedures, we overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL After breakfast, we depart for our tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village. Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395, is one of the most magnificent structures of the Joseon Dynasty. This splendid building, also known as the Northern Palace, is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and our visit in the palace courtyard allows us to experience the historical atmosphere up close. Next, we visit the National Folk Museum of Korea, which reflects the Korean people's living culture and historical development. Continuing our tour, we head to Bukchon Hanok Village, famous for its traditional Korean houses called Hanok. In this historic area, home to approximately 700 Hanok houses, we walk through the narrow streets and observe traditional living culture up close. Afterwards, we go to Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul's most bustling shopping spots. We enjoy free time in this area famous for its cosmetic stores, shopping shops and street food. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL – OSAKA CASTLE - DOTONBORI - SHINSAIBASHI – OSAKA After breakfast we complete our hotel checkout and transfer to Seoul Airport. We fly to Osaka with a local airline. Upon arrival we complete passport and baggage procedures and depart with our waiting 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. 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 along with its expansive park area. Continuing our tour, we move to Dotonbori, one of Osaka's most vibrant and iconic districts. We enjoy a pleasant exploration of this area, which 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 the "gastronomy center." We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka's most popular shopping and lifestyle avenue.

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 being the head of all Buddhist temples. Over time, its influence grew, and in the 8th century it began to influence politics as well. The main hall of Todaiji has also entered 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, the area is where most of Nara's main attractions, including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji and the Nara National Museum, are located. 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 for Kyoto with our private vehicle. Kyoto, Japan's former capital and one of the best-preserved centers of traditional culture, is 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 Cultural Heritage List. We start our city tour with Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Visitors to the bamboo grove are greeted by a 500-meter walking trail. Along this trail, you will enjoy moments with the sound of the wind reaching through the bamboos and will be able to take pictures 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. Each floor of the impressive building overlooking a large pond represents 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). We begin our Tokyo city tour with our waiting private bus. Upon arrival in Tokyo, after passport and baggage 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 vibrant districts, is home to one of the world's busiest pedestrian crossings (Shibuya Scramble Crossing). Feeling the energy of Tokyo as hundreds of people move at once with each light change offers a unique experience. We will see the Hachiko statue, built in memory of a dog known for its loyalty, which is 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 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 iconic symbols and Japan's highest mountain. First, we head to Hakone in the Kanagawa region, famous for its Mount Fuji views and natural beauty. Here, we enjoy this magnificent scenery together with our guests on a boat tour on Lake Ashi. After the photo stop, we travel by bus to Oshino Hakkai, an area where melting snow combines with underground water to form natural pools. The water is naturally filtered as it passes through volcanic rock, ensuring the pools maintain their crystal-clear clarity. The pools, each of different sizes and depths, offer the opportunity to capture a stunning reflection of Mount Fuji in their waters. Following our guided tour, we set off for the Gotemba Premium Outlet, one of Japan's largest outlet shopping centers. After the scheduled free time, we transfer to our hotel and enjoy free time for rest.

TOKYO - ISTANBUL After breakfast, we complete our hotel checkout. At the time arranged by our guide, we transfer to the airport, and after completing baggage and ticketing procedures, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Following our arrival in Istanbul (local time), our tour comes to an end. We look forward to seeing you again on another tour.