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Tour Detail
CLASSIC JAPAN AND SOUTH KOREA TOUR
WITH QATAR AIRWAYS
7 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
SEOUL (1) - OSAKA (2) UMEDA SKYBUILDING - OSAKA CASTLE - KYOTO (2) - TOKYO (2) - ASAKUSA TEMPLE - NAKAMISE - MEIJI TEMPLE - SHIBUYA PEDESTRIAN CROSSING
- Day 1
- ISTANBUL – DOHA
- FLIGHT DETAILS:
- QR 246 G 24JUN 2 ISTDOH 20:05 00:15+1
- QR 858 G 25JUN 3 DOHICN 02:40 17:35
- QR 807 G 02JUL 3 NRTDOH 22:30 04:05+1
- QR 239 G 03JUL 4 DOHIST 07:30 11:45
- QR 246 G 14JUL 1 ISTDOH 20:05 00:15+1
- QR 858 G 15JUL 2 DOHICN 02:40 17:35
- QR 807 G 22JUL 2 NRTDOH 22:30 04:05+1
- QR 239 G 23JUL 3 DOHIST 07:30 11:45
- QR 246 G 16SEP 2 ISTDOH 20:05 00:15+1
- QR 858 G 17SEP 3 DOHICN 02:40 17:35
- QR 807 G 24SEP 3 NRTDOH 22:30 04:05+1
- QR 239 G 25SEP 4 DOHIST 07:30 11:45
- IMPORTANT NOTE:
- Flight information may vary based on tour dates. We kindly ask passengers who will purchase domestic connecting tickets to obtain information.
- We meet at the international departure terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight to Doha with Qatar Airways begins. We spend the night on the plane.
- Day 2
- DOHA – SEOUL
- After arriving in Doha, we transfer to our flight to Seoul with Qatar Airways. Upon arrival in Seoul, we meet our private vehicle waiting for us at the airport and embark on a panoramic city tour of Seoul. The places we will see include Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Museum of Korea, Insadong Antique Street, and Myeongdong Street. Then, we transfer to our hotel in Seoul for some free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- Day 3
- SEOUL – OSAKA
- After breakfast at the hotel, we check out of our rooms and have the entire day free. Guests who wish can join the optional Seoul City Tour; Gyeongbokgung Palace & Starfield Library & Myeongdong (80 Euro) tour. Our first stop is the Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395, which is generally referred to as the Northern Palace because it is the furthest north compared to adjacent palaces such as Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace). Next, we head to Myeongdong Street, one of the most popular shopping and entertainment areas in Seoul. This street, favored by both tourists and locals, offers shopping, street food, and a delightful experience. Following this, we will visit the Starfield Library, one of the most iconic and stunning libraries in Seoul, renowned for its modern architecture and cultural richness. After our tour, we transfer to Seoul Airport for our flight to Osaka. After passport and baggage procedures, we fly to Osaka. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel in Osaka and have some free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: Seoul City Tour; Gyeongbokgung Palace & Starfield Library & Myeongdong (80 Euro)
- Day 4
- OSAKA
- After breakfast at the hotel, we embark on a panoramic city tour of Osaka, the second-largest metropolitan area in Japan after Tokyo. Our tour will include Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century, which played an essential role in the unification of the Japanese nation, as well as Umeda Skybuilding, two structures that are 173 meters long, Dotombori, and Shinsaibashi. We will then visit the Umeda Skybuilding. This magnificent skyscraper is located near the Osaka and Umeda stations. The 173-meter-high building consists of two towers connected by the "Floating Garden Observatory" on the 39th floor. The observatory offers breathtaking views of the city from its windows and outdoor deck. Following this, we have the entire day free. Guests who wish can join the optional Hiroshima Tour (120 Euro). After a transfer by bullet train, we arrive in Hiroshima. During our Hiroshima city tour, we will view the Hiroshima Peace Memorial. Known as the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial is part of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996 and is a principal site commemorating the victims of the atomic bomb attack on Hiroshima. Next, we will visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, dedicated to Hiroshima, which was the first city to be hit by a nuclear attack, with a death toll of 140,000 by the end of 1945. Before the bombing, the area that is now Peace Park was the political and commercial heart of the city; thus, it was chosen as the pilot's target. Four years after the bombing, it was decided not to rebuild the area but instead allocate it for peace memorial facilities. After seeing the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, we transfer to Hiroshima train station. After a transfer by bullet train, we return to our hotel in Osaka and have free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: Hiroshima Tour (120 Euro)
- Day 5
- OSAKA – KYOTO
- After breakfast at the hotel, we move on to visit Osaka Castle. This five-story castle has a history dating back nearly 450 years and is one of the most visually magnificent creations in the country, serving as a beautiful testament to traditional Japanese architecture from the delicate color balance to the elegant patterns and shapes adorning each floor. After the tour, we transfer to Kyoto and have the entire day free. Guests who wish can join the optional Nara Deer Park & Todaiji Temple & Kofukuji Temple & Fushimi Inari Temple Tour (170 Euro). Our tour will start with Todaiji Temple, built in 752 to serve as the head of all Buddhist temples. Over time, its influence has grown, and by the 8th century, it began to influence politics as well. The main hall of Todaiji is also recorded as the world's largest wooden structure. The immense building houses one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). Next, we visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara, which includes many of Nara's main attractions, including Todaiji, Kofukuji and the Nara National Museum. It also hosts hundreds of freely roaming deer. After taking the chance to photograph the nearby deer, we visit the Kofukuji temple. Finally, we will visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of the most recognized symbols of Kyoto, famous for its thousands of red "torii" gates (passages). After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Kyoto and have free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: Nara Deer Park & Todaiji Temple & Kofukuji Temple & Fushimi Inari Temple Tour (170 Euro)
- Day 6
- KYOTO
- After breakfast at the hotel, we have the entire day free. Guests who wish can join the optional all-day Kyoto City Tour; Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Kinkakuji & Kiyomizudera Temples & Gion & Japanese Tea Ceremony (180 Euro). Our city tour begins with the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, featuring a 500-meter walking path for visitors. During our stroll along this path, we will enjoy the refreshing sounds of the wind through the bamboo, capturing photographs of the forest. Next, we will continue with a tour of the Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple completely covered in gold leaf on its top two floors, also known as the Golden Pavilion, located in northern Kyoto. After some free time, we will visit the Kiyomizudera (Pure Water) Temple, which was established in 780 at a site where Otowa Falls is located in the wooded hills east of Kyoto. The final stop of our tour will be Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district, located between Yasaka Shrine to the east and the Kamo River to the west, where we will have the opportunity to observe a traditional Japanese tea ceremony performed by maikos. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Kyoto and have free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- Note: On the day of the tour, you will need to take a small day pack with you when leaving the hotel. All other items will be transferred to the hotel in Tokyo the day before because the group will be moving from Kyoto to Tokyo by bullet train.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: Full Day Kyoto City Tour; Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Kinkakuji & Kiyomizudera Temples & Gion & Japanese Tea Ceremony (180 Euro)
- Day 7
- KYOTO – TOKYO
- After breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to Tokyo by bullet train. Guests who wish can join the optional Mt. Fuji & Lake Ashi Boat Tour & Hakone (180 Euro). With a height of 3,776 meters, Mt. Fuji is Japan's highest mountain and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, recognized for its elegant conical form. It is the country’s sacred symbol, surrounded by temples and shrines. Weather permitting, we will reach Mt. Fuji's fifth station and view its stunning scenery above the clouds, immersing ourselves in the breathtaking atmosphere. Later, we move on to our Hakone tour. One of the most prominent features of Hakone town is its proximity to Mt. Fuji, providing unique views. We will enjoy a boat tour on Lake Ashi, taking in the stunning views. Afterward, we will take a cable car up to Owakudani Peak for a chance to admire the beauty of the Hakone Valley from above. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Tokyo and have free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: Mt. Fuji & Lake Ashi Boat Tour & Hakone Tour (180 Euro)
- Day 8
- TOKYO
- After breakfast at the hotel, we head out for a city tour in Tokyo. Our first stop will be the Asukasa Temple, one of Tokyo's oldest and most colorful temples, located in Asukasa and also known as Sensoji Temple. According to legend, it was built by two fisherman brothers to pay respect to the goddess of mercy, Kannon. Completed in 645, the temple can be entered through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), leading to Nakamise, a shopping street that spans over 200 meters. The other end of the street leads to the second gate of the temple, Hozomon. During our break on the shopping street, you can purchase typical Japanese souvenirs like various kimonos and folding fans or taste some traditional local snacks from the Asakusa area. Afterward, we will visit the Meiji Shrine, an essential Shinto shrine where you can find tranquility away from Tokyo's bustling city life, allowing you to closely experience Japanese culture and history. Established in 1920 in memory of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the enormous "torii" gates at the entrance of this shrine impressively welcome visitors. Next, we will visit the famous Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing, known as one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in Tokyo and one of the busiest areas in the city due to its location amidst business and shopping centers, often referred to as the world's busiest pedestrian crossing. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Tokyo and have free time to rest. Accommodation is at our hotel.
- Day 9
- TOKYO
- After breakfast at the hotel, rooms are checked out. Guests who wish can join the optional TeamLab Digital Art Museum & Ginza (100 Euro). This museum, the first of its kind in the world, offers a fantastical experience. Located in Toyosu, the interactive digital art museum TeamLab merges technology with art, providing visitors with a sensory and emotional experience. This unique venue uses elements such as water, light, movement, and sound to create an artistic world into which you can fully immerse yourself. TeamLab Planets focuses on the theme of “Body Immersive” (Body Immersion), where visitors become part of the artworks. The environments encourage a sensory experience where you walk barefoot through areas after removing your shoes. Next, we will head to Ginza, the most famous luxury shopping, dining, and entertainment district in Tokyo, which hosts numerous shops, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, nightclubs, and cafes. From 1612 to 1800, the present-day Ginza area was home to a silver coin mint, hence Ginza's name, which means "silver mint" in Japanese. Finally, we conclude our tour with a photo op at Tokyo Tower. After the tour, we transfer to Tokyo Airport for our flight to Istanbul via Doha, based on the transfer time provided by our guide.
- OPTIONAL TOUR: TeamLab Digital Art Museum & Ginza Tour (100 Euro)
- Day 10
- TOKYO – DOHA
- After baggage, passport, and ticket processes, we board our flight to Doha with Qatar Airways. We spend the night on the plane.
- Day 11
- DOHA – ISTANBUL
- After arriving in Doha, we will transfer for our flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, our tour and services conclude.
