Tour Delights Of South Korea & Japan (2020) | Visit Korea (Republic of), Japan

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Flight from South Korea to Japan *** All other flights not included.

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Accommodation

18 nights in premium accommodation Two Nights, Seoul, Courtyard Marriott Namdaemun Jeonju, Ramada Hotel Gyeongju, Commodore Hotel Busan, Haeundae Grand Hotel Two Nights, Seoul, Courtyard Marriott Namdaemun Two Nights, Tokyo, Keio Plaza Hotel Hakone Hotel Matsumoto, Buena Vista Hotel, or similar Takayama, Associa Hotel Two Nights, Hiroshima, Granvia Hotel Three Nights, Kyoto, ANA Crowne Plaza or similar Osaka, Sheraton Miyako

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29 meals - 18 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 8 dinners

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Seoul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Seoul

Arrive in South Korea’s capital city. After being taken to your hotel, you might enjoy some time at leisure. After your Insider Experience at dinner, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel which is located in the heart of Seoul.
Day 2 Day 2: Seoul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Seoul

Fill up at breakfast this morning - you’re in for a full day of a sightseeing. The excitement begins with an Insider Experience at Gyeongbokgung Palace. Continue on to Insadong Antique Alley where quirky amulets and jewellery among other wares are scattered across stalls. Poke around the many streets, maybe picking up a souvenir or two. Afterwards, continue to Itaewon Street and Seoul Tower. More than just a radio and television tower, the many levels of Seoul Tower have an array of exciting attractions including an observatory and wishing pond. Enjoy another Insider Experience later. Return to your hotel later for a well-deserved rest.
Day 3 Day 3: Geumsan, Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeonju
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Geumsan, Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeonju

Today farewell Seoul and set off for Jeonju. After sampling fried ginseng root, you’ll head to Jeonju Hanok Village. Afterwards, visit the Hanji Museum and experience making the traditional Korean paper. Dinner is served at a local restaurant this evening before you are escorted back to your hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Jeonju, Ramada Hotel
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Jeonju, Ramada Hotel

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning before being transferred to Gyeongju. Set your sights on the Bulguksa Temple resting on the slopes of Mt Toham, Tumuli Park, and Cheomseongdae Observatory. The afternoon is then spent at leisure before an evening visit to Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. Explore the site which was only properly uncovered and renamed in the 1980s before returning to your hotel. You might like to enjoy dinner here, or head out to explore the streets and sample a delicious local meal.
Day 5 Day 5: Gyeongju, Busan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Gyeongju, Busan

Depart Gyeongju after breakfast this morning and travel to Busan. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken on a city sightseeing tour of some of Busan’s most well-known sites including Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fishery Market and the UN Memorial. You’ll also spend some time at the Oryukdo Skywalk. Translating to ‘Walking in the Sky’, this glass walkway is suspended over the ocean for an unreal perspective. After some free time, you’ll be taken back to your hotel where you’ll enjoy dinner.
Day 6 Day 6: Busan, Seoul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Busan, Seoul

After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll board one of South Korea’s famous KTX Express Trains to Seoul. Once you’ve arrived, you’ll stop in at the Namdaemun Market with time to explore. Once finished, a guide will take you to your hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Seoul, Paju, Demilitarised Zone
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Seoul, Paju, Demilitarised Zone

Today is dedicated to the fascinating relationship between North and South Korea. You’ll visit the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) in Paju to gain an understanding of the bordering countries. See Imjingak Park, the Bridge of Freedom and The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel where it’s believed that some 30,000 soldiers could pass through within an hour. You’ll also spend time at the DMZ Theatre and Exhibition Hall, and the station, along with Dora Observatory which offers binocular views into North Korea. Return to Seoul for an afternoon visit to the War Memorial Museum to reflect further on the conflict, and finish off with your Farewell Dinner.
Day 8 Day 8: Seoul, Tokyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Seoul, Tokyo

Today fly from Seoul to Tokyo, Japan and transfer to your hotel Tonight meet your Japan Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort for your first dinner in Japan.
Day 9 Day 9: Tokyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Tokyo

A full-day tour of Tokyo begins with a trip to the Edo Tokyo Museum or the Miraikan. Next it’s onto the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Hamarikyu Garden, where you’ll have the chance to sample authentic tea and sweets at a Japanese tea house. Afterwards, pay a visit to the Meiji Shrine and the famous Shibuya Crossing before returning to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Day 10 Day 10: Tokyo, Hakone
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Tokyo, Hakone

Enjoy a tour of Odawara before taking a ride on the Hakone Ropeway to the Togendai station, nestled on the shores of the tranquil Lake Ashi. Enjoy a relaxing cruise around the lake before continuing on to your hotel for the evening.
Day 11 Day 11: Mt Fuji, Matsumoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Mt Fuji, Matsumoto

This morning, travel to Mt Fuji, arguably Japan’s most distinctive landmark. Driving along the foot of the famous mountain, and disembark for an Insider Experience. Continue to Matsumoto and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 12 Day 12: Matsumoto, Takayama
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Matsumoto, Takayama

Enjoy an Insider Experience at Matsumoto Castle this morning. En route to Takayama you’ll stop at Hirayu Onsen, one of Japan’s famous traditional open-air baths. Continue on to the picturesque town of Takayama, set atop brilliant hills. On a guided walking tour, see sights including the Old Jinya House and Kami Sannomachi.
Day 13 Day 13: Takayama, Nagoya, Hiroshima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Takayama, Nagoya, Hiroshima

After a morning visit to the Miyagawa markets, enjoy an excursion to the nearby Hida Folk Village.
Day 14 Day 14: Hiroshima, Miyajima Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Hiroshima, Miyajima Island

Today, travel by train and journey to Miyajima Island. This afternoon is set aside for you to discover the other sites of Hiroshima at your own leisure.
Day 15 Day 15: Hiroshima, Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Hiroshima, Kyoto

This enjoy some Insider Experiences at Hiroshima’s World Peace Memorial Park and the A-Bomb Dome Museum. Afterwards, travel by bullet train to Kyoto for another Insider Experience.
Day 16 Day 16: Kyoto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Kyoto

Venture to some of Kyoto’s beautiful formal gardens this morning and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony. Afterwards, take a tour of Kyoto’s most famous landmarks including the Nijo Castle, built in 1603; Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) which has an exquisite Japanese garden; and Kiyomizu Temple, a historic Buddhist temple that offers impressive views over Kyoto. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure.
Day 17 Day 17: Kyoto, Nara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Kyoto, Nara

Today you’ll enjoy a day trip to Nara, a picturesque city with charming narrow streets and an abundance of impressive temples. See the beautiful Todai-ji Temple, the largest wooden building in the world and its Great Buddha and Nigatsu-do Shrine. Founded in 745 by Emperor Shomu, Todai-ji is a vast Buddhist temple complex that was constructed as a symbol of imperial power. Its famous Buddha towers overhead at 15 metres tall and is the largest Buddha statue in Japan. Later it’s time for a stroll through Nara’s famous Deer Park, home to over 1,200 wild deer who freely roam the park, grazing on the spacious lawns.
Day 18 Day 18: Kyoto, Osaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Kyoto, Osaka

Travel to Osaka where you’ll enjoy a guided tour that includes a visit to the Umeda Observatory in the iconic Umeda Sky building. Here you will enjoy panoramic views over Osaka and its castle. Spend your final evening with fellow travellers during a Farewell Dinner.
Day 19 Day 19: Depart Osaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Depart Osaka

Transfer to Osaka airport after breakfast for your onward flight.

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Itinerary of your trip Delights Of South Korea & Japan (2020)

Day 1: Arrive Seoul

Day 2: Seoul

Day 3: Geumsan, Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeonju

Day 4: Jeonju, Ramada Hotel

Day 5: Gyeongju, Busan

Day 6: Busan, Seoul

Day 7: Seoul, Paju, Demilitarised Zone

Day 8: Seoul, Tokyo

Day 9: Tokyo

Day 10: Tokyo, Hakone

Day 11: Mt Fuji, Matsumoto

Day 12: Matsumoto, Takayama

Day 13: Takayama, Nagoya, Hiroshima

Day 14: Hiroshima, Miyajima Island

Day 15: Hiroshima, Kyoto

Day 16: Kyoto

Day 17: Kyoto, Nara

Day 18: Kyoto, Osaka

Day 19: Depart Osaka

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