Highlights of Korea & Japan

Arrive at Seoul Incheon Airport, meet with our local representatives, and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

After breakfast, visit Changdeok Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site then explore Gwangjang Market, one of Korea’s largest traditional markets, and enjoy sampling famous Korean street foods. Continue to the National Museum of Korea, a treasure trove of Korean art and relics. Proceed to COEX Mall, a hub of trends and culture, and spend some time at the open public space, Byeolmadang Library. The final stop is the N Seoul Tower observatory on Mt. Namsan, offering a panoramic view of Seoul. After the tour, return to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure.

In the morning, visit the Korean Folk Village, where people practice the traditional lifestyle of the 18th-19th centuries. Continue to Mt. Songnisan National Park to visit Beopjusa Temple (UNESCO Site), home to Korea’s tallest Buddha statue. After the tour, travel to Daegu via expressway, check in to the hotel, and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

After breakfast, visit the Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine and Seomun Market, one of the three main markets from the Joseon dynasty. Then, transfer to Gyeongju, known as the “Museum without walls.” Visit the Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory and the Royal Tumuli Park, where an excavated royal tomb is open for exploration. After the tour, transfer to the hotel in Gyeongju and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

After breakfast, explore Gyeongju by visiting Bulguksa Temple (UNESCO Site) and Seokguram Grotto (UNESCO Site), which houses a monumental statue of Buddha. In the afternoon, visit the four-faced stone Buddha statues at Gulbulsaji site and the Tomb of King Wonseong. Afterwards, enjoy a scenic drive to Guryongpo Port for a beautiful coastal experience.

After breakfast, visit Unmoonsa Temple (Buddhist Nun’s Temple), then travel to Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city. Explore Jagalchi Fishery Market and Nampodong shopping street. Visit Busan Tower at Yongdusan Park for a stunning view of the city. After the tour, transfer to the hotel in Busan and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

In the morning, travel back to Seoul and enjoy some leisure time to explore the city.

After breakfast, enjoy free time until the transfer to Incheon Airport for the flight to Tokyo, Japan. Arrive in Tokyo, meet with our local representatives, and transfer to the hotel by private taxi. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

After breakfast, take the morning city tour of Tokyo. Visit the Imperial Palace and take in the view of the National Garden, which was once a private garden of the Royal Family and admire Nijubashi Bridge. Drive by the National Diet Building, the center of Japan’s government, on the way to the Tokyo Tower’s main deck for a 360-degree panoramic view from the observatory. Next, visit Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple, and Nakamise Shopping Street. Continue with a drive by Kabukiza, the iconic Japanese-style theater, before arriving at Tokyo Station to conclude the tour. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Leave Tokyo and travel by coach to Mt. Fuji. Visit the 5th Station at an elevation of 2,300 meters and enjoy stunning views. Next, take the Komagatake Ropeway, offering magnificent vistas of Hakone National Park. Continue with a cruise on Lake Ashi before boarding a bullet train to Kyoto. Upon arrival in Kyoto, meet with our local representatives who will assist in boarding a taxi to the hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

After breakfast, take the full-day city tour of Kyoto. Visit Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), and the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before traveling by local train to Nara. Upon arrival, take a walking tour to visit notable sights, including Todaiji Temple, home of the Great Buddha, Nara Deer Park, and Kofukuji Temple. Afterwards, return to Kyoto and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

Enjoy the day at leisure exploring Kyoto.

In the morning, transfer from the hotel to the airport for the return flight to Canada.

B – Breakfast