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- Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Turkish Airlines, 8 Nights, Extra Tours Included!! – HND–ICN, January 26
Comfort Japan & Korea Tour with Turkish Airlines, 8 Nights, Extra Tours Included!! – HND–ICN, January 26
Alone
ISTANBUL – TOKYO
We meet you, our valued guests, at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before the flight time (1 calendar day before the departure flight date). After completing the baggage drop-off and passport procedures, we depart for Tokyo on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Our journey to Tokyo will continue throughout the night, and overnight accommodation will be on board the aircraft. Upon arrival in Tokyo, we complete our passport and baggage procedures, meet our private vehicle waiting for us, and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Alone
TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – HAKONE – LAKE ASHI – OSHINO HAKKAI – GOTEMBA OUTLET – TOKYO
After breakfast, we set off on Honshu Island toward Mount Fuji, located southwest of Tokyo and one of the symbols of the city, as well as the highest mountain in Japan. First, we travel to Hakone, located in the Kanagawa region, which is famous for its views of Mount Fuji and its natural beauty. Here, together with our guests, we take a boat tour on Lake Ashi to enjoy this magnificent scenery. Following our photography break, we continue by bus to Oshino Hakkai, a region where melting snow combines with underground waters to form natural pools. The waters, naturally filtered as they pass through volcanic rocks, make these pools crystal clear. The pools, each with a different size and depth, offer the opportunity to capture a magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in their waters. After our guided visit, we set off for Gotemba Premium Outlets, one of Japan's largest outlet shopping centers. Following the allocated free time, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to relax.
Tokyo
TOKYO – ASAKUSA SENSO - JI TEMPLE – NAKAMISE – SHIBUYA – GINZA – TOKYO
After breakfast, we begin our city tour, during which we will discover Tokyo's past and modern life together. Our first stop will be Senso-ji Temple, one of the city's landmarks, located in the Asakusa district. Considered Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, this historic structure was built in honor of the Goddess of Mercy, Kannon, after two fisherman brothers reportedly found her statue. Completed in 645 AD, the temple welcomes visitors with the magnificent Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate). After passing through the gate, we take a pleasant walk along Nakamise Shopping Street, which stretches approximately 200 meters toward the temple. On this historic street, which carries the traditional Japanese atmosphere into the present day, you can browse handmade souvenirs, kimonos, folding fans and a variety of local products, while guests who wish may sample Asakusa's famous street foods and traditional Japanese flavors. We pass through Hozomon Gate at the end of the street and visit Senso-ji Temple. Our next stop is Shibuya, known as a center of entertainment and cultural experiences. One of Tokyo's most famous and lively districts, Shibuya is home to one of the world's busiest pedestrian crossings (Shibuya Scramble Crossing). Watching hundreds of people move at once every time the lights change offers a unique experience for feeling Tokyo's energy. Continuing our city tour, we proceed to Ginza, one of Tokyo's most popular and prestigious districts. This area, known for its broad boulevards, modern architecture, luxury stores, art galleries and elegant cafés, offers the opportunity to discover Tokyo's refined side. Following our tour accompanied by our guide's explanations, we have free time for shopping, exploring the area as you wish and taking a meal break. At the end of the free time, we meet at the designated point and depart for our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Tokyo
TOKYO – ARASHIYAMA BAMBOO FOREST - KINKAKUJI TEMPLE – KIYOMIZU-DERA – FUSHIMI INARI - KYOTO
After breakfast, we travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen (high-speed train). We begin with our private bus waiting for us. With our private vehicle, we set off for Kyoto, the former capital of Japan and one of the best-preserved centers of its traditional culture, famous for its temples, gardens, and traditional neighborhoods. Following our journey, which will take approximately 1 hour, we begin our city tour. Kyoto is the only place in Japan that was not bombed during World War II. The city of Kyoto is included on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List. We begin our city tour with the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. It welcomes visitors to the bamboo forest with a 500-meter walking trail. During this walk along the trail, you will enjoy pleasant moments with the sound of the wind passing through the bamboo and will be able to take photographs of the forest. We then continue with our tour of Kinkakuji Temple. Located in northern Kyoto, Kinkakuji Temple, a Zen temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf, is also known as the Golden Pavilion. Each floor of the impressive structure overlooking a large pond represents a different architectural style. We then proceed to Kiyomizu-dera. Kiyomizu-dera is an independent Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto. The temple, one of the historic monuments of ancient Tokyo, has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Otowa Waterfall is located directly beneath the main hall, and its waters flow into a pond through three channels. According to belief, these channels respectively symbolize knowledge, health, and longevity. We then proceed to Fushimi Inari, another important temple in the city. After our visit to the temple, which is one of Japan's most famous Shinto shrines and is especially known for its thousands of orange torii gates, we proceed to our final stop, Fushimi Inari Taisha, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Following our temple visit, accompanied by a beautiful view of Kyoto, we transfer to our hotel and have free time to rest.
Transportation between Tokyo and Kyoto will be provided by high-speed train to ensure time savings and comfort. For this day, it is sufficient for our guests to bring only hand luggage containing what they need for one night. Large suitcases will be collected from the hotel and delivered directly to the accommodation hotel in Kyoto.
Tokyo
KYOTO – TODAIJI TEMPLE - NARA DEER PARK – OSAKA
After breakfast, we complete our check-out procedures at the hotel and depart for our Nara tour. We begin our tour with Todaiji Temple. Built in 752, the temple was constructed with the aim of becoming the head of all Buddhist temples. As its influence grew over time, the temple also began to influence politics in the 8th century. The main hall of Todaiji has also made it into the record books as the world's largest wooden structure. The enormous building is home to one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues (Daibutsu). We then visit Nara Park, a large park in the center of Nara. Established in 1880, it is home to many of Nara's main attractions, including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji, and the Nara National Museum. It is also home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. After having the chance to take photos with the deer wandering around, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Osaka
OSAKA - OSAKA CASTLE - DOTONBORI - SHINSAIBASHI – OSAKA
After breakfast, we depart by our private bus for the Osaka City Tour & Osaka Castle & Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi. Our first stop will be Osaka Castle, one of the city’s most important historical landmarks. Commissioned by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 16th century, this magnificent structure is one of the most significant symbols of Japan’s unification period and, together with its extensive park grounds, offers visitors an impressive historical atmosphere. Continuing our tour, we proceed to Dotonbori, one of Osaka’s liveliest and most iconic districts. In this area, which reflects the spirit of the city with its colorful neon lights, bustling streets, and famous restaurants, we enjoy a pleasant exploration and have the opportunity to get to know Osaka’s character as a “gastronomic center” up close. We then proceed to the Shinsaibashi district, Osaka’s most popular shopping and lifestyle area. We offer our guests free time in this area, filled with long shopping arcades, international brands, and local boutiques. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Osaka
OSAKA - SEOUL
After breakfast, transfer to Osaka Airport. We take our flight to Seoul with a local airline. Upon arrival in Seoul, we complete our passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle waiting for us. Welcome to Seoul, the capital of South Korea and one of its fascinating cities where modern life and traditional culture blend together. We then depart for our Seoul city tour. Our first stop will be Gangnam Square. The area, which gained global fame with PSY’s world-famous song “Gangnam Style,” stands out today with its luxurious lifestyle, shopping, and business centers. During our tour, Cheongdam Fashion Street, Gangnam Station, Bongeunsa Temple, and the Starfield Library will be among the places seen panoramically. Afterwards, we head to Myeongdong, one of the liveliest and most popular areas of the city. In this district, famous for its cosmetics shops, fashion boutiques, delicious street food, and restaurants, we have free time for dinner. Guests who wish may sample the finest flavors of Korean cuisine, go shopping, or enjoy Myeongdong’s lively atmosphere. After the free time, we meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Following check-in, overnight stay at our hotel.
Osaka
SEOUL
We then depart for our tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace & Insadong Antique Street & the National Folk Museum of Korea & Bukchon Hanok Village. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most magnificent structures of the Joseon Dynasty. Also known as the Northern Palace, this magnificent structure is among the most important examples of traditional Korean architecture, and we experience its historical atmosphere up close with our visit to the palace courtyard. We then visit the National Folk Museum of Korea, which reflects the lifestyle and historical development of the Korean people. Continuing our tour, we head to Bukchon Hanok Village, famous for its traditional Korean houses known as Hanok. In this historic area, home to approximately 700 Hanok houses, we walk through the narrow streets and closely observe traditional life and culture. Afterwards, we proceed to Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul’s liveliest shopping areas. We enjoy free time in this district, famous for its cosmetics stores, shops, and street food. After the free time, we meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. After checking in, we spend the night at our hotel.
Istanbul
SEOUL - ISTANBUL
We complete our check-out procedures at the hotel very early in the morning. Then, at the time determined by our guide, we transfer to the airport, and after completing the baggage and ticket procedures here, our flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines begins. Upon our arrival in Istanbul according to the local time, our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you again on another tour..
What's Included
Turkish Airlines scheduled flight economy class round-trip airline ticket Istanbul (IST) –Tokyo (HND) / Seoul (ICN) - Istanbul (IST)
One-way economy class airline ticket between Osaka (KIX) - Seoul (ICN) with a scheduled flight operated by a local airline
Airport taxes
7 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation in the specified hotel category
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
All city transfers with our private buses
Tokyo Tour
Osaka Tour
Kyoto Tour
Shinkansen high-speed train tickets
Seoul tour
Gyeongbokgung Palace - Insadong Antique Street - Gangnam Square
Korean National Folk Museum & Bukchon Hanok Village & Myeongdong
Dotonbori -Shinsaibashi
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest - Kinkakuji Temple – Kiyomizu Dera –Fushimi Inari
Osaka Castle – Todaiji Temple - Nara Deer Park
Mount Fuji –Hakone – Lake Ashi – Oshino Hakkai – Gotemba Outlet
Asakusa Senso-ji Temple – Nakamise - Shibuya Pedestrian Crossing – Ginza
Professional Turkish-language guiding and assistance services
TURSAB professional liability insurance
Not Included
Keta visa fee, service fee
Travel health insurance
Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
All personal expenses and hotel extras
International departure fee
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees (You can pay €200 to your guide during the tour.)
Tourist city taxes
Driver tips
- Intermediation and Responsibility: Miago Travel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol. Flight times may change, and all times must be confirmed 48 hours before the departure dates. Routes may vary depending on the city where the aircraft lands. You can obtain information about flight times from our offices or your sales representative. Miago Travel cannot be held responsible for schedule changes or delays caused by airlines.
- Flight Procedures: Passengers participating in tours with flights are personally responsible for check-in and boarding procedures, which must be completed at the airline counters at the airport or online before the flight. Last-minute delays and gate changes are announced at airports and displayed on information boards. This information must be monitored.
- Participation in the Tour: Miago Travel is not responsible for passengers who are not present at the specified airport at the times notified by Miago Travel, who do not complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or who do not board the aircraft and therefore cannot take their flight. The costs of new round-trip flight tickets and transfers in the region required for passengers who miss their flight to join the tour are their own responsibility.
- Program and Food and Beverage: The excursions specified in the programs may be held on days other than those indicated due to compelling reasons. Lunches and dinners included in the program may be served at restaurants designated by the agency when deemed necessary or due to changes in flight times. Panoramic city tours are 2-3-hour tours organized to introduce the cities. City tours and optional tours may be held on different days, provided that their content remains unchanged. Optional tour prices may vary depending on the content and number of participants.
- Cancellation of the Tour: Panoramic tours and other program tours may not take place if local authorities do not permit visits or due to closed roads. Miago Travel is not responsible when these tours cannot be operated because weather conditions make them impossible. In locations with closed roads or where vehicle access is not permitted, the tours may be conducted by public transportation or on foot.
- Optional Tours: Excursions specified as optional in the program may not take place if there is insufficient participation. Optional tours along the route will be conducted even without the participation of all passengers. Guests who do not participate will be directed by the guide to rest areas. Passengers who do not participate in optional tours along the route shall be deemed to have participated in the tour by accepting to wait at the rest stop.
- Personal Belongings: Participants are responsible for their personal belongings, bags, and luggage. If forgotten, lost, or stolen belongings are found, the costs incurred to deliver them to the country or person concerned shall be borne by the owner of the belongings.
- Hotel and Accommodation: Miago Travel reserves the right to change hotel names. In rooms for 3 people, an additional bed may be provided, and these beds may consist of foldable beds or beds known as coach beds. Therefore, when making reservations for a third person and/or children, any lack of space and the type of bed in the rooms shall be deemed accepted. The child prices stated in the price list are valid when the child stays with two adults. The continental breakfast served at hotels consists of butter, jam or honey, bread, tea or coffee, and fruit juice. Group breakfasts may be served in a separate room.
- Insurance and Health: Participants must carry their travel insurance documents with them during the trip. When participating in the tour, it is mandatory to carry reports concerning health problems, pregnancy, and medications used regularly.
- Other Notes: Tours may be combined with tours operated by other agencies. In this case, Miago Travel guests are under the responsibility of Miago Travel. During busy periods (fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc.), hotels may be located farther away than the specified distances. Information will be provided 15 days before the tour departure date in such cases. If children under 18 do not participate in the tour accompanied by one or both of their parents, they must carry the required parental consent documents with them during the trip.
- Passport Validity Date: For all passengers traveling abroad, the issue date of their currently valid passports must not be more than 10 years ago. In addition, their passports must remain valid for 6 months as of the end of the trip. Guests who will renew their passports are obliged to provide their updated passport details through the channel from which they made the purchase at a later date if they do not provide valid passport information at the time of purchase.
Accommodation ;
Hotel check-in times are between 15:00 – 17:00 / Check-out times are between 10:00 – 12:00.
The standard room type in hotels in Japan is generally Twin rooms with two separate single beds. A request for one double bed is subject to hotel availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Since hotel room sizes in Japan are limited, it is not possible for three adults to stay in the same room (Triple).
Flight Details ;
26 January 27 TK198 IST HND 0230 1945
3 February 27 TK21 ICN IST 1035 1635
Departure and arrival times are local times.
Flights marked with an * arrive at the destination on the calendar day following the departure date.
Please ask about domestic flight connection details and fare differences.
Prices are not valid for groups; please ask for our special prices.
Transportation between Tokyo and Kyoto will be provided by high-speed train to save time and ensure comfort. For this day, it is sufficient for our guests to take only hand luggage containing their needs for one night. Large suitcases will be collected from the hotel and delivered directly to the accommodation hotel in Kyoto.
Korea and Japan Entry Forms;
Approval for K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) is mandatory for travel to South Korea. It is recommended that applications be completed sufficiently in advance of travel through the official website (www.k-eta.go.kr) or the K-ETA mobile application. Support regarding the application process is not provided by the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea.
If the K-ETA application is rejected, you can access up-to-date information and guidance regarding the visa application process through the link below:
https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/tr-istanbul-tr/brd/m_8764/view.do?seq=761645&page=1
All guests entering Japan must register through the Visit Japan Web system before travel and upload the requested information, particularly their passport and flight details, to the system. Visit Japan Web: https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/