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13 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
50 peopleMaximum group size
15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Tokyo, Japan
Busan, South Korea
Itinerary
Experience the best of East Asia on the 'Exploring Japan and Korea' tour, a 13-day journey that starts in Tokyo and ends in Busan. With a leisurely itinerary tailored for seniors, this group trip takes you through the heart of Japan and South Korea, allowing plenty of time to savor the cultural highlights and local cuisine. Comfortable hotel stays, organized transport, and included meals ensure a relaxed and enjoyable exploration. The guided tour activity focuses on sightseeing at a gentle pace, making it ideal for travelers seeking a thorough yet unhurried introduction to these fascinating countries. The unique appeal of this package is the balanced immersion in two distinct cultures, seamlessly connected for your convenience.
day 1Tokyo
Welcome to Japan! After completing customs procedures, you’ll be transferred to your hotel by shared shuttle bus. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. In the afternoon, you’ll receive details about the start of your tour.
day 2Tokyo
day 3Tokyo, Kyoto
day 4Kyoto, Nara, Osaka
day 5Osaka, Busan
day 6Busan, Seokguram, Bulguksa, Gyeongju, Daegu
day 7Daegu, Andong, Hahoe, Seoul
day 8Seoul
day 9Seoul
day 10Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju
day 11Jeonju, Damyang, Haeinsa, Busan
day 12Busan
day 13Busan
What's Included
Accommodation
Tokio - Shinagawa Prince Hotel (4 Star Hotel)Kioto - New Miyako Hotel (4 Star Hotel)Osaka - Holiday Inn Express Osaka City Centre - Midosuji (4 Star Hotel)Busan - Asti Busan Station (4 Star Hotel)Daegu - Daegu Grand (4 Star Hotel)Seul - Hilton Garden Inn Seul Gangnam (4 Star Hotel)Jeonju - Jeonju Signature (3 Star Hotel)
Meals
8 Lunch included in: Nara, Gyeongju, Hahoe, Seoul, Seoul, Suwon, Damyang, Busan2 dinner included in: Tokyo, Seoul
Transport
Includes arrival transferEvening transfer: Shinjuku in Tokyo, Traditional Quarter Gion in Kyoto, Dotonbori in Osaka, Myeongdong district in SeoulTransfer: Songdo Beach; Gamcheon Culture Village, Songdo Beach; Gamcheon Culture VillageFunicular: Marine cable car in Songdo beach, Chairlift in the Paju Demilitarized Zone (DMZ Imjingang), Marine cable car in Songdo beachHigh speed train: Tokyo - Kyoto
Others
General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.City tour in: Tokyo, Kyoto, Seoul, BusanExcursion: Paju´s Demilitarized Zone (DMZ Imjingang)Experiences: Learning how to make the famous traditional sauce in the Sunchang Gochujang VillageTicket admission: Metro, Zojoji Temple, Meiji Temple, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree (up to the Tembo Deck) in Tokyo, Fushimi Inari, Imperial Palace, Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Todai-ji Temple and Horyu-ji Temple in Nara, Seokguram Buddhist Grotto, Bulguksa Temple, Tumuli Park in Gyeongju; Cheomsongdae Astronomical Observatory in Gyeongju, Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine, Hahoe Mask Museum in Andong; traditional Hahoe Village in Andong; Byeongsan Seowon Confucian Academy in Andong, Paju´s Demilitarized Zone (DMZ Imjingang), Aegibong Peace Ecological Park Observatory in Gimpo; Metro in Seoul, Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul; Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul; War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, Fortifications and Summer Palace of Hwaseong Haenggung in Suwon, Hanok Village in Jeonju, Juknokwon Bamboo Forest and Bamboo Museum in Damyang, Haeinsa Buddhist Temple, Haedong Yonggung Temple; United Nations Memorial in BusanFlights included: Osaka-Busan
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