MEGA JAPAN & SOUTH KOREA TOUR WITH TURKISH AIRLINES FOR 10 NIGHTS, WITH OPTIONS SUCH AS TEA CEREMONY IN KIMONO & JAPANESE DANCE CABARET THEATER & SUMO WRESTLING & NINJA KABUKI SHOW... || 17115||22745

ISTANBUL – TOKYO
At Istanbul Airport, being present 3 hours before your flight (from 23:00 the evening before the flight), after completing check-in, baggage drop-off, and passport control procedures, we fly to Tokyo at 02:05 on Turkish Airlines’ direct scheduled flight TK198. After arriving at Tokyo Haneda International Airport at 19:20 local time, we proceed to our hotel in the Tokyo region with the vehicle waiting for us at the airport. After arrival at the hotel, we receive our rooms and provide free time to rest.
TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI & HAKONE – TOKYO/GOTEMBA OUTLET – (Night Tour with Tokyo Neon Lights)
After breakfast, we depart to arrange our Mount Fuji and Hakone Tour program. Fuji, one of Japan’s most important natural symbols and the highest mountain in Japan at approximately 3,776 meters, is considered sacred in the country’s culture and is regarded as one of the strongest symbols of Japanese aesthetic understanding. If weather conditions are suitable, we will make photo stops where we can view Mount Fuji panoramically from different points. On our tour, we first reach the Chureito Pagoda area, one of Mount Fuji’s most iconic viewpoints. With its five-story pagoda structure and the view of Mount Fuji rising in the background, we will have the opportunity to photograph one of Japan’s most famous scenes. Then we arrive at the shore of Lake Kawaguchi in the Fuji Five Lakes region. At this point, where the most impressive panoramic views of Mount Fuji can be seen, we take a short walk and a photo break. Next, we proceed to the Oshino Hakkai area, which preserves the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese village. In this region, known for its clear ponds fed by Mount Fuji’s melting snow waters and its traditional wooden houses, we take a short walk. Continuing our program, we leave the Mount Fuji area and reach the Hakone region. We will have a short photo break and local sightseeing around Lake Ashi, the crater lake famous for its Mount Fuji views. After our excursion in the Mount Fuji and Hakone region, we depart to arrange our Tokyo/Gotemba Outlet visit. At one of Tokyo’s outlet shopping centers, you can shop at advantageous prices in stores featuring international and Japanese brands, and enjoy free time where you can spend pleasant moments in modern cafés and restaurants. Afterward, we return to our hotel and provide free time to rest. During this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Tokyo Neon Lights Night Tour (55 Euro). On our tour, we will take an evening walk among neon signs and skyscrapers in Tokyo’s liveliest and brightest area. After seeing the illuminated streets of the Kabukicho district, we will make a short exploration in Omoide Yokocho, known for its traditional narrow street layout. After experiencing Tokyo’s nighttime atmosphere, completely different from the daytime, with our guide’s commentary, we return to our hotel and provide free time to rest.
TOKYO – (Tokyo Icons Tour) – (Sumo Wrestling Show) – (Ninja Kabuki Show Tour)
After breakfast, during the full day of free time offered, guests who wish may join the extra Tokyo Icons Tour (125 Euro). First, we make a short photo stop in front of the Hachiko Statue, the Akita breed dog that has become a symbol of unconditional love, patience in all circumstances, devotion, and loyalty for the Japanese people. Then we see Shibuya Crossing, known as one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world, and receive information about the area. Walking along Shibuya Center Gai, we observe Tokyo’s modern and dynamic atmosphere. Afterwards, we move to the Harajuku area and visit Meiji Shrine, which stands out with its natural area located within the city center. After the temple visit, where we will learn about traditional Shinto architecture and the spacious courtyard area and have a photo break, we take a short walk on Takeshita Street and observe Japanese youth culture, daily life, and colorful storefronts. Continuing our program, we move to the Shinjuku district, known for its skyscrapers and where you can experience some of the best restaurants offering Japanese cuisine. We see the panoramic city view and get to know Tokyo’s modern face up close. Continuing our tour, we arrive at Asakusa, which reflects Tokyo’s traditional side. We begin our walk in this area, known for its historical texture extending from the Edo period to the present. First, we see Kaminarimon Gate, the symbol of Senso-ji Temple. After the short photo break that will be provided, we will proceed along Nakamise Street. After the free time offered on this street, where traditional souvenirs and local handicrafts are displayed, we will reach the temple courtyard and see the main worship hall and its surroundings. Continuing our tour, we will reach Ginza, the area of Tokyo that stands out with its luxury shopping and architectural order. Ginza is one of Tokyo’s most orderly planned and prestigious shopping districts. It draws attention with its wide boulevards, modern architecture, and storefront arrangement. The area takes its name “Ginza” because it was the location of the silver mint during the Edo period. After free time in Ginza, we complete our full-day tour and provide free time. During this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Sumo Wrestling Show (85 Euro). In this program, we will participate in a special show where we will closely learn about the traditional Japanese wrestling culture of sumo. Sumo has been part of Japanese culture for centuries and is notable for its rituals and rules. In this special show program organized outside the professional tournament period, we will learn about the history and rules of sumo, watch the athletes’ ceremonies, and have the chance to watch exhibition matches. During this cultural performance lasting approximately 60 minutes, we will learn about the meaning of the wrestling area called dohyo, the preparation rituals of the athletes, and the match rules. Or during this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Ninja Kabuki Show Tour (75 Euro). In the Ninja Kabuki Show, we organize a non-verbal live entertainment program expressing Japanese "Ninja", "Hanakai" and "Wadaiko" traditions using Kabuki production techniques. At the end of the program, we return to our hotel and provide free time to rest.
TOKYO – (Tokyo Phenomena Tour) – (Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa Tour)
After breakfast, during the full day of free time offered, guests who wish may join the extra Tokyo Phenomena Tour (115 Euro). On our tour, we first head toward the Kamakura region in southern Tokyo. Kamakura, the political center of Japan in the 12th century, is considered one of the country’s most important cultural regions with its temples, seaside atmosphere, and historical structures. First, we arrive at Kotoku-in Temple, one of Kamakura’s most iconic structures. Here we see the Great Buddha (Daibutsu) statue, built in the 13th century and one of Japan’s most famous statues. This giant bronze statue is approximately 13 meters tall and is considered one of Kamakura’s most important symbols. After a short area visit and free time for photos, we move toward the city center and arrive at Komachi Street, one of the city’s lively shopping streets. We take a short walk in this area surrounded by traditional shops, souvenir stores, and small stalls selling local products. Next, we panoramically see Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine, one of Kamakura’s most important Shinto shrines. After our Kamakura visit, we arrive at Enoshima Island, our next stop. Located in Sagami Bay, this small island is one of the region’s most popular destinations with its seaside views and walking routes. First, we will see the Enoshima Sea Candle Observation Tower, one of the island’s symbols, and then reach the Ryuren Love Bell point, frequently visited by couples and visitors. After the short photo break, we continue along the coastline and see the Chigogafuchi Rocks, known for their impressive view of ocean waves crashing against the cliffs. After our Enoshima excursion, we return to our hotel in the Tokyo region and provide free time to rest. During this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa Tour (75 Euro). We are organizing our Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa program. Experience Japanese dance in Asakusa Tokyo. You can take your place in a stylish venue and have the opportunity to watch graceful dancers in carefully prepared kimonos. At the end of the program, we return to our hotel and provide free time to rest.
TOKYO – OSAKA – (Osaka Phenomena and Dotonbori Tour)
After an early breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we leave our hotel and set off for Osaka by the high-speed Shinkansen train, which has become a symbol of Japanese engineering. This comfortable train journey, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, will be not just transportation, but a special beginning where we experience Japan’s modern face. After a journey of approximately 2.5 hours, we arrive in Osaka and proceed to our hotel in the Osaka region. Room check-in and free time. During this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Osaka Phenomena and Dotonbori Tour (55 Euro). On our tour, the first stop will be Osaka Castle, one of the city’s most important symbols. Built in the 16th century, the castle played an important role in Japan’s unification process. After visiting Osaka Castle, where we will see the garden and exterior panoramically, we move to the Shinsaibashi area, one of the city’s liveliest shopping arteries. We walk in this area, which has the atmosphere of a covered bazaar, and observe daily city life. Continuing our tour, we see Dotonbori, Osaka’s entertainment district famous for its neon lights and colorful signs. Dotonbori, the city’s most famous and liveliest area, has been known as Osaka’s center of entertainment, shopping, and trade since the 17th century. The walkway along the canal, giant three-dimensional restaurant signs, and illuminated facades present Osaka’s most iconic views. We complete our city tour with a walking tour around Dotonbori Canal, where we feel the city’s energy most intensely, with its crowded streets at all hours and attractive spots for photography enthusiasts. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel in the Osaka region.
OSAKA – (North/South Kyoto Tour with Wonders of the Koyo Season)
After breakfast, during the full day of free time offered, guests who wish may join the extra North/South Kyoto Tour with Wonders of the Koyo Season (175 Euro). On our tour, we first visit Kyoto, Japan’s first capital and today still regarded as the “capital of culture,” which for centuries hosted the imperial palace and became the country’s cultural, religious, and artistic center. Throughout the city, there are more than 1,600 Buddhist temples and over 400 Shinto shrines. Kyoto has largely preserved its historical texture thanks to being one of the rare Japanese cities not bombed during World War II. With its traditional wooden houses, Zen gardens, stone lanterns, and temple complexes, Kyoto offers an atmosphere different from modern Japan. On our tour, where we will have the opportunity to observe Japan’s understanding of aesthetics in simplicity, balance, and harmony with nature, our first stop will be Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of Japan’s most iconic symbols with its walking path formed by thousands of red Torii gates. After our walk in this unique atmosphere, our next stop will be Kinkaku-ji (Golden Temple), considered one of Kyoto’s most elegant structures with its gold-leaf-covered exterior and captivating reflection on the pond. With its Zen-inspired gardens and impressive architecture, this magnificent temple is one of the most important symbols of Japanese culture. Continuing our tour, we head to Arashiyama, one of Kyoto’s most natural and peaceful regions. On our walk through the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, created by hundreds of bamboo trees stretching toward the sky, we will feel the soothing atmosphere of Japanese nature up close. Then we will walk along the Katsura River, which offers different beauties in all four seasons, and see the historic Togetsukyō (Moon Crossing Bridge), which has become one of Kyoto’s symbols. With its nature-filled atmosphere, traditional Japanese scenery, and unique photo spots, Arashiyama will allow you to create unforgettable memories as one of Kyoto’s most visited regions. This special tour, where we will experience Japan’s ancient capital heritage, Buddhist and Shinto belief systems, traditional architectural understanding, and a life culture shaped in harmony with nature throughout the day, will offer an unforgettable experience for our guests who wish to discover Kyoto’s history and spirit. After the free time offered, we complete our tour and return to our hotel in the Osaka region.
OSAKA – (Authentic Japan Masterpieces and Kimono Tea Ceremony Tour)
After breakfast, during the full day of free time offered, guests who wish may join the extra Authentic Japan Masterpieces and Kimono Tea Ceremony Tour (195 Euro). On our tour, we first set off for Nara, one of Japan’s first capitals. After a journey of approximately 1 hour, we reach an atmosphere intertwined with nature and history. We walk in the park area famous for hundreds of freely roaming deer. These deer, considered sacred in Japanese culture, have become the symbol of the region. We visit Todai-ji Temple, located in the park and one of the largest wooden structures in the world. The giant Great Buddha statue inside the temple is one of the most impressive examples of Japanese Buddhist architecture. After the free time offered, we will visit Gion, the traditional entertainment and geiko (geisha) district of the city, famous for its streets where you will feel as if you are in a traditional Japanese film. Gion, notable for its narrow streets, wooden-fronted houses, and historical tea houses, is one of the rare areas that brings the atmosphere of the Edo period into the present day. Here, as part of our sightseeing program, we will also see Pontocho and Hanamikoji streets, considered the center of geisha culture. In addition, around the Kamo River, one of the city’s symbols, you can experience the traditional flavors of Japanese cuisine; and on Kawaramachi Street, you can shop for products unique to Japanese culture. During the free time we will offer in Gion, we carry out our kimono clothing and tea ceremony program, which is an important part of the region’s unique and world-famous geiko culture. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel in the Osaka region.
OSAKA – SEOUL – (Myeongdong Night Markets Tour with Dinner)
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we head to Osaka Airport for our flight to Seoul. After arriving at the airport and completing baggage drop-off, check-in, and passport control procedures, we fly to Seoul on a scheduled flight operated by the local airline. Upon arrival in Seoul, we arrange our city tour. Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is one of East Asia’s most established cities with a history of approximately 2,000 years. Declared the capital during the Joseon Dynasty, the city is notable today for its traditional palaces, modern skyscrapers, and technology-oriented lifestyle. In our city tour in Seoul, divided by the Han River, the main places to be seen panoramically in order are Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395 and the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty and one of the most important symbols of Korean history; Gwanghwamun Square and the King Sejong Monument, the creator of the Korean alphabet; Insadong, where we can visit traditional handicraft shops and cultural stores; and Cheonggyecheon, located in the city center and a harmonious blend of nature and urban planning. After the free time provided at the end of the city tour, transfer to our hotel in the Seoul region and free time to rest. During this free time, guests who wish may join the extra Myeongdong Night Markets Tour with Dinner (50 Euro). On our tour, during our evening tour in Myeongdong, one of Seoul’s liveliest and most popular shopping districts, we discover South Korea’s colorful nightlife and famous street food. We will enjoy pleasant time at Myeongdong Night Market, famous for its brightly lit streets, cosmetic shops, fashion boutiques, and delicious Korean street foods, and after the dinner we will have during our tour, we will enjoy shopping and free time. This tour, where you can closely experience Korean culture and local life, offers an unforgettable experience for our guests who want to feel the unique atmosphere of Seoul nights. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel.
SEOUL – (Namsan Seoul Tower, Han River Boat Tour & Sparkling Gangnam Nights Tour with Dinner)
After breakfast, during the full day of free time offered, guests who wish may join the extra Namsan Seoul Tower, Han River Boat Tour & Sparkling Gangnam Nights Tour with Dinner (125 Euro), where we can see Seoul from above and photograph its impressive view. In our tour, where we will discover Seoul’s modern and dazzling face, we first start from Namsan Seoul Tower, where we can see Seoul from above and photograph its impressive view, and then we arrange our boat tour on the Han River. This boat trip, where we will have the opportunity to watch the city’s nighttime silhouette from the water, will be one of the most impressive moments of the tour with bridges, skyscrapers, and illuminated city views. Then we move to the Gangnam district, which represents Seoul’s modern and dynamic side. This area, which gained worldwide fame with “Gangnam Style,” symbolizes South Korea’s economic power with its wide streets, brightly lit storefronts, and contemporary urban fabric. Here, we see the Gangnam Style figure, identified with PSY’s world-conquering song “Gangnam Style” and one of the region’s most popular photo spots. Afterward, we move to Starfield Library, located in the heart of the COEX Shopping Mall. This iconic venue, which is more than just a library and brings Korea’s modern and impressive culture together with books, offers us a short walk and photo break. In the final part of our tour, we reach Myeongdong, one of Seoul’s liveliest shopping and street-atmosphere districts. Here we go to our local restaurant for Dakgalbi (Korean chicken), one of the special flavors of traditional Korean cuisine. After the walk we will take on the neon-lit, lively streets, we provide free time. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel.
SEOUL – OUTLET – (Traditional Seoul & Street Food Discovery Tour)
After breakfast, we depart to arrange our outlet tour. In one of Seoul’s most popular outlet shopping centers, you can shop at advantageous prices in stores belonging to world-famous and leading Korean brands, and after the free time provided where you can spend pleasant moments in modern cafés and restaurants, we complete our tour. During the free time offered in Seoul, guests who wish may join the extra Traditional Seoul & Street Food Discovery Tour (75 Euro). Our first stop on the tour will be Bukchon Hanok Village, which brings traditional Korean architecture into the present day. We walk through the narrow streets lined with centuries-old wooden houses, and take a photo break after touring this special area that bears traces of the Joseon period. This neighborhood, opening to the past in the middle of modern Seoul, is one of the city’s most characteristic points. Our next destination, where we will closely experience the city’s local life and street culture, will be Gwangjang Market. In the lively atmosphere of Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most authentic markets, where we can see the street foods of traditional Korean cuisine, we will get to know local market culture, observe everyday life in its simplest and most natural form, mingle with the people, and provide free time for beautiful photos. Next, we see Heunginjimun (Dongdaemun Gate), one of the historical city gates that have survived from the Joseon period to the present day. This structure, an important part of Seoul’s old city wall system, presents the past and present in the same frame. After the short free time offered for photography, in the final part of our tour, we panoramically see the Dongdaemun Design Plaza by Zaha Hadid. This structure, notable for its futuristic architecture, represents Seoul’s contemporary and innovative face. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel and provide free time to rest.
SEOUL – ISTANBUL
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Seoul Incheon Airport for our return flight to Istanbul. After arrival at the airport and completing baggage drop-off, check-in, and passport control procedures, we fly to Istanbul at 10:35 on Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight TK198. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 16:35 local time and the end of our tour.