Korea & Japan Explorer

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1-3 • UK - Seoul

  Fly to Seoul and begin your journey in the city’s heart. Explore the Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the royal guard changing ceremony. Wander through Bukchon Hanok Village to admire traditional Korean houses, then head to the trendy Insadong district for unique crafts and tea houses. In the evenings, dive into the street food scene of Myeongdong or sample sizzling Korean BBQ in Hongdae. Don’t miss a visit to N Seoul Tower for sweeping views of the city skyline.

• Day 4-6 • Osaka

  Fly to Osaka. Begin with a visit to Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most famous landmarks, surrounded by beautiful parkland. Stroll around Shinsaibashi-suji, a bustling shopping arcade, then spend your evening in Dotonbori, famous for neon lights, and takoyaki (octopus). Use one of your days for an optional trip to Universal Studios Japan or the historic temples of Nara, just under an hour away.

• Day 6 • Himeji Castle - Osaka

  Admire magnificent Himeji Castle before travelling by train to Osaka.

• Day 7-10 • Kyoto

  Hop on the train to Kyoto. Perfectly located near Kyoto Station, your hotel gives you great access to the city’s treasures. Spend your days visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine with its famous red torii gates, and the gold covered Kinkaku-ji. Discover the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and take a riverside stroll or boat ride. In the evenings, walk through Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district, or enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner.

• Day 11-14 • Tokyo

  End your trip in Tokyo. Visit Asakusa’s Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest, then explore the towering skyline at Tokyo Skytree. Dive into pop culture and fashion in Harajuku, shop in Shibuya and Ginza, and explore the calm of Meiji Shrine. Catch a glimpse of the Imperial Palace or head to Odaiba for shopping, entertainment, and bay views. Tokyo’s food scene is unmatched - try everything from sushi at Tsukiji to ramen in Shinjuku.

• Day 15 • Tokyo - UK

  Today you’ll travel back home to the UK.