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Japan & South Korea: From Tokyo to Seoul

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16 daysDuration
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44 peopleMaximum group size
1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Wander among the swaying trees of the Arashiyama bamboo forest.

Tour Korea’s infamous Demilitarized Zone, better known as the DMZ.

See the gleaming beauty of the Golden Pavilion.

Itinerary

For travelers who crave cultural immersion and historic wonders, this 16-day guided tour links the dynamic cities of Tokyo and Seoul. Delve into Japan’s unique contrasts: from the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to Kyoto’s tranquil shrines and Hiroshima’s poignant Peace Memorial Park. Meet ama pearl divers, experience a traditional geisha district, and master the art of bullet train travel. Crossing into South Korea, the trip reveals Seoul’s palatial grandeur and offers rare insights through a visit to the Demilitarized Zone and a conversation with a North Korean defector. A highlight is the traditional Korean lunch hosted by a local family, fostering genuine cultural connection. With a moderate activity level, this tour’s true USP is its rich tapestry of personal encounters and iconic sights, ideal for seasoned adventurers and mature explorers.

day 1Overnight Flight

From the tranquility of ancient temples to the energy of bustling cities, find a blend of all things old and new in Japan. Travel through the Land of the Rising Sun on an unforgettable journey and finally take another step farther to explore Seoul, South Korea.

day 2Tokyo, Japan

day 3Tokyo

day 4Tokyo

day 5Tokyo - Ise-Shima

day 6Ise-Shima

day 7Ise-Shima - Nara - Hiroshima

day 8Hiroshima

day 9Hiroshima - Kyoto

day 10Kyoto

day 11Kyoto

day 12Kyoto - Seoul, South Korea

day 13Seoul

day 14Seoul

day 15Seoul

day 16Seoul - Tour Ends

What's Included

Accommodation
Aloft Tokyo GinzaNemu ResortANA Crowne PlazaHotel MontereyCourtyard Marriott Namdaemun
Meals
14 Breakfasts2 Lunchs7 Dinners
Transport
Transport Included
Guide
Guided by Tour Manager/s

Customer Reviews

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The entire tour was wonderful. Both tour managers were excellent and enjoyed their guidance and commentary while on tour. All the sites and experiences in both countries were exciting and interesting. The accommodations were all very good locations, had great service, and the morning buffets were wonderful. We have gone on several Collette tours and each one has been great, well planned out and executed without any problems.

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Sherry S.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Yoko was fantastic she went above and beyond in making the trip a memorable one!! Highly recommend you give her a raise. the korean tour guide was average. Nice but needs a little more fun.

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Phyllis F.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

The cooking classes were fantastic and really enjoyed going to the Japanese shrines. Very well rounded tour. Korea DMZ was up close and personal tour that I will never forget. loves the Korean markets and subway systems.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

The impact moments with Hiroshima bombing survivor and North Korean defector

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

I’ve done over a dozen tours with Collette and this one was my favorite for many reasons: The hotels were super clean and modern; more included meals and right balance of free time. The tour manager was very informative and sent us helpful information two weeks prior to departure. Visits and stories from Hiroshima bomb survivor and North Korean defector will stay with forever. Finally, I feel Collette’s small group tour offers better experiences and value.

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