Experience the best of Japan and South Korea on this combo tour. In Japan, explore Tokyo’s Imperial Palace and Shibuya Crossing, hike to Kamakura's giant Buddha, unwind in Hakone’s onsen baths, cycle Kyoto’s streets, and reflect at Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial and Miyajima’s iconic torii gate. Transition to South Korea to visit Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace, meet a North Korean defector at the DMZ, discover Busan, hike Seoraksan National Park, stay at a Buddhist temple, and enjoy a beach BBQ on Jeju Island.
Explore the best of South Korea and Japan on this 22-day journey from Seoul to Kyoto. Start with palaces, street food and K-Pop in vibrant Seoul, then discover coastal Busan, learn Taekwondo, and enjoy a peaceful Buddhist temple stay. In Japan, dive into Tokyo’s neon nightlife, master sushi rolling, and soak in a hot spring in Nagano after spotting snow monkeys. Ride bullet trains to Hakone for Mount Fuji views, explore Osaka Castle and karaoke bars, and spend the night in a 1,000-year-old temple. End in Kyoto’s bamboo forests, golden shrines and samurai lessons—a trip blending culture, tradition and adventure.