Japan - South Korea June 28 Movement with Qatar Airways Including Extra Tours
DAY 1 – ISTANBUL - DOHA - TOKYO 28 JUNE
We meet at Istanbul New Airport at 11:00. At 13:45 we depart for Tokyo on Qatar Airways scheduled flight. Arrival in Doha at 18:10. At 20:25 we depart for Tokyo.
DAY 2 – TOKYO 29 JUNE
Arrival in Tokyo at 12:55. We transfer to our hotel by our private vehicle waiting for us. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 3 – TOKYO 30 JUNE
We visit the Tsukiji Fish Market, where we can taste the freshest fish in the world. We go to one of the local restaurants where excellent sushi is made, where you can taste it, and buy Japanese seafood and the famous Japanese knives. Then we visit the famous Asakusa District and Sensoji Temple. Afterwards, we arrive at Ginza, Tokyo’s most famous street. Named after the silver mint established in 1612, with “gin” meaning silver and “za” meaning guild, this street offers limitless shopping opportunities. At the end of our tour, we will visit the Hachiko statue, Japan’s famous dog, and the Shibuya district, home to the pedestrian crossing used by 1 million people a day. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 4 – TOKYO 01 JULY
After breakfast, the Mount Fuji, Boat Tour, and Traditional Japanese Village Tour will be arranged. (Departing from the hotel in the morning, we head toward the natural beauties at the foot of Mount Fuji. Our first stop is Lake Kawaguchi, famous for its Fuji view. The enjoyable boat tour we will take here will offer the chance to take unforgettable photos of Mount Fuji from the lake. Afterwards, we visit Oshino Hakkai village, which reflects traditional Japanese village life. We will discover the natural and cultural beauty of the region by wandering through streets full of clear spring waters, wooden houses, and local delicacies. At the end of the tour, return to our hotel.
DAY 5 – TOKYO - KOBE - HIMEJI 02 JULY
After breakfast, we depart for Kobe by train. We have free time in Nankinmachi, Kobe’s famous Chinatown, and afterwards, those who wish can taste the world-famous Kobe beef there for an extra fee. After the meal, we explore Meriken Park in the harbor area and Kobe Harborland, known for shopping and entertainment. After the tour, we head to Himeji. We go to Himeji Castle, one of Japan’s most impressive historical structures. Also known as the “White Heron Castle,” this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Japan’s best-preserved and most magnificent feudal castles. After the castle visit and a short walk in the surrounding gardens, we go to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 6 – HIMEJI - HIROSHIMA - OSAKA 03 JULY
After breakfast, we depart by train for Hiroshima. Our first stop is the Peace Memorial Park, which was the scene of one of the most tragic events of World War II. In this large park built around the area where the atomic bomb was dropped, there are many monuments and structures emphasizing the importance of peace against the devastation of war. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which leaves a deep impression on visitors, reveals the physical and human destruction caused by the bomb with all its reality. After the tour, we head to Osaka by train. In our city tour of Osaka, we first begin with Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century and one of the finest examples of Japanese architecture. After these visits, we spend free time in Osaka’s Dotonbori shopping streets and have the chance to explore the city’s culinary spots, which can be considered a paradise for shopping and dining. Overnight at our hotel in Osaka.
DAY 7 – OSAKA 04 JULY
After breakfast, we take the Kyoto Tour. In Kyoto, the former capital and cultural center of Japan, we will discover traditional Japanese aesthetics, nature, and spiritual heritage. Our first stop is the Arashiyama District. Here we will take a short walk in the Bamboo Forest, one of the world’s most impressive natural walking paths. Afterwards, we visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion Temple), one of Kyoto’s iconic structures, covered in gold leaf. The temple, together with its surrounding pond and gardens, offers breathtaking views. Then we proceed to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. With its large terrace built on wooden pillars and its location overlooking Kyoto, it is fascinating both in its spiritual atmosphere and its view. At the end of the day, we take a walk in the Gion Geisha District, where we can see Kyoto’s traditional face. Then we return to our hotel in Osaka and overnight.
DAY 8 – OSAKA - SEOUL 05 JULY
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Seoul. After our flight to Seoul with local airlines, our private vehicle waiting for us begins our Seoul city tour.
Our first stop is Gyeongbokgung Palace, which means “Greatly Blessed Palace.” We will see the palace panoramically, surrounded by the Bukhansan Mountains and magnificent natural scenery. Then we will watch the Guard Changing Ceremony accompanied by traditional clothing and music.
Our next stop is Bukchon Hanok Village, which preserves Seoul’s historical heritage and is famous for its traditional Korean houses. With its narrow streets, unique architecture, and peaceful atmosphere, it gives visitors the feeling of a journey through time.
In the final part of our tour, after taking photos in front of the Gangnam Style Statue, created for the world-famous K-pop song “Gangnam Style,” we visit the Starfield Library. Located inside COEX Mall, this massive public library offers both a cultural and visual experience with its modern architecture, huge bookshelves, and impressive atmosphere. After the tour, we go to our hotel.
DAY 9 – SEOUL 06 JULY
After breakfast at our hotel, we carry out our tour covering Namsangol Hanok Village, DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), and Myeongdong Shopping Street. First, we visit Namsangol Hanok Village, where traditional Korean architecture is preserved. Traditional houses, gardens, courtyards, and daily life elements from the period offer a very impressive experience. Then we begin our DMZ tour, one of the most historic and politically important areas of the Korean Peninsula. Located on the border between North and South Korea, this area is one of the world’s most heavily guarded and symbolic border points. Our last stop is Myeongdong Shopping Street, regarded as the heart of Seoul and a favorite spot for shopping enthusiasts. After the tour, we return to our hotel.
DAY 10-11 – SEOUL 07-08 JULY
After breakfast at our hotel, check-out procedures are completed and free time is given for shopping. At the time announced by our guide, we transfer to the airport. We depart for Doha at 01:20 on Qatar Airways scheduled flight. After arriving at 05:30, we depart for Istanbul at 07:40. Our arrival at 11:55 marks the end of the tour. We hope to see you again in our next organization.
What's Included
• Qatar Airways round-trip flight ticket from Istanbul to Tokyo/Seoul - Free snacks on board
• Osaka - Seoul flight ticket
• Airport tax
• Airport hotel transfers
• Hiroshima Fast Train Ticket, 2nd category
• Tokyo City Tour
• Mount Fuji & Kawaguchi Lake boat tour
• Oshino Hakkai Village tour
• Kobe tour
• Himeji tour
• Hiroshima tour
• Osaka tour
• Kyoto tour
• Bukchon Hanok Village tour
• Namsangol Hanok Village tour
• Seoul tour
• 8 nights accommodation with breakfast in 3* and 4* hotels, 3 nights in Tokyo, 1 night in Himeji, 2 nights in Osaka, 2 nights in Seoul
• Local guiding service
• Turkish guiding service
Not Included
• Personal expenses
• Hotel City Taxes
• Environmental Tours Not Mentioned in the Program
* Accident and Health Insurance