Korea + Japan 10N 11D : A Journey of Blended Traditions and Modernity

 

The journey begins in Seoul, continues to Gyeongjuand Busan, where you’ll experience royal palaces,
Silla’s ancient heritage, and vibrant coastal life.
In Japan, discover Kyoto and Nara’s temples and gardens, Osaka’s castles and cuisine,
and Tokyo’s bustling shopping streets.
Don’t miss this unique journey where tradition and modernity meet.

 

This tour is confirmed for four or more people.
Even for small groups, we will conduct the tour with the utmost sincerity to create unforgettable memories.   

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Incheon, Seoul

  • Arrive at Incheon International Airport

  • Meet your Tour Guide (or Driver) and move to Seoul (1 hour)

  • Hotel Check-in and enjoy your free time

  • HOTEL

    Hotel Check-in and enjoy your free time
    Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun(T. +82-2-3425-8000) or same class ★★★★★
    www.ambatel.com/novotel/dongdaemun

Day 2

Seoul : Royal Heritage & Timeless Streets

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby (09:00 hour)

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace

    Visit the Royal palace of Joseon Dynasty era and witness the Changing of the Guard (10AM / 2PM)

  • Insadong Ancient Street

    Walk along the antique street of Insadong where traditional crafts, art works, tea-houses and other various traditional food places have taken place

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu - Ginseng Chicken Soup (Samgye-tang)

  • Hanok Café in Ikseon-dong

    Enjoy a trendy café transformed from a traditional hanok, where the charm of Korean heritage meets modern style.

  • Bukchon Hanok Village

    A place full of cultural heritage from Joseon Dynasty era with Hanok buildings

  • Cheonggyecheon & Gwanghwamun

    Clear and fresh stream that flows through the city, making it one of the best areas to take a breath in Seoul

  • Enjoy your dinner on your own

  • HOTEL

    Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun(T. +82-2-3425-8000) or same class ★★★★★
    www.ambatel.com/novotel/dongdaemun

Day 3

Seoul : Trendy Streets & K-Pop Vibes

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby (09:00 hour)

  • Myeongdong district

    Walk around Myeongdong Street, full of unique Korean street food and many things to enjoy.

  • Dongdaemoon Fashion Town

    Enjoy shopping at the Dongdaemun Fashion Town where you can see the fashion market of Korea.

  • After lunch, proceed to the Pier on the Han River

  • Hangang Cruise

    Enjoy the great view of Seoul. Sail along the Han River that flows through the heart of Seoul and admire the city skyline, often featured in unforgettable scenes from dramas and music videos.

  • 123F Lotte World Tower

    Ride the elevator at the Seoul Sky Tower and enjoy the view of Seoul at the world's 3rd highest observation deck (118F)

  • After dinner on your own, move to N Seoul Tower

  • Namsan and N Seoul Tower

    A very popular tourist spot where you can see the center of Seoul at a glance with a great night view.

  • HOTEL

    Hotel check-in and rest
    Novotel Seoul Dongdaemun(T. +82-2-3425-8000) or same class ★★★★★
    www.ambatel.com/novotel/dongdaemun

Day 4

Gyeongju : Echoes of a Millennium, Scenes Like a K-Drama

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Hotel Check-Out & Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby (09:00 hour)

  • Move to Gyeongju (4 hours)

  • Lunch

    Lunch Menu - Ssambap Set Meal (Meat & Rice & vegetable wraps)

  • Enjoy a half-day tour in Gyeongju, a City with 1,000-Year History

  • Cheomseongdae Observatory

    An astronomy observatory that was built in the 7th century during Queen Seondeok's reign.

  • Donggung (Prince) Palace and Wolji Pond

    A secondary palace used by the crown prince of the Silla Kingdom.

  • Gyeongju National Museum

    Home to treasures from the thousand-year history of Silla. Standing before its golden relics, you’ll sense the grandeur of the “Golden Kingdom,” often reimagined in K-POP music videos.

  • Bulguksa Temple

    Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it represents the Buddhist architecture of Korea's ancient era, along with the Dabotap pagoda and Seokgatap pagoda located within the temple grounds.

  • Move to Busan (1 hour)

  • Enjoy your dinner on your own

  • HOTEL

    Hotel check-in and rest
    Busan Lotte Hotel (T. +82-51-810-1000) or same class ★★★★★
    https://www.lottehotel.com/busan-hotel/en.html

Day 5

Busan, Streets & Markets : The Heart of K-Food & K-Life

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby (09:00 hour)

  • Busan International Market

    Born from the struggles of war refugees after the Korean War, today this bustling market boasts over 1,500 shops and is filled with K-food favorites like hotteok and fish cakes. Famous as the setting of the film Ode to My Father, it embodies the resilience and warmth of the Korean spirit.

  • Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Streets

    Feel the lingering excitement of the Busan International Film Festival. Stroll past handprints of world-famous actors and directors, right in the heart of Korea’s film industry.

  • Jagalchi Market

    Get lost wondering the corridors of Korea's largest fish market while savoring a regional seafood delicacy.

  • Move to Haeundae area

    Haeundae & Oceanfront Stages of K-Culture

  • Haeundae Beach

    An endless stretch of white sand and blue waves—the most visited beach in Korea by travelers from around the world.

  • Nurimaru APEC House on Dongbaekseom Island

    Surrounded by lush camellia trees and pine forests, this building is located on the beautiful Dongbaekseom Island. It served as the venue for the 13th APEC Summit meeting held on November 18-19, 2005.

  • Haeundae Blue Line Park Beach Train

    A romantic train ride along the Haeundae coastline. The 4.8km route from Mipo to Cheongsapo and Songjeong unfolds like a scene from a K-POP music video.

  • Enjoy your dinner on your own

  • HOTEL

    Hotel check-in and rest
    Busan Lotte Hotel (T. +82-51-810-1000) or same class ★★★★★
    https://www.lottehotel.com/busan-hotel/en.html

Day 6

Gateway to Japan : Osaka & Kobe Charm

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby
    Transfer to Busan International Airport (TW221, 09:00)
    It takes approximately 1 hour
    Fly from Busan to Osaka International Airport, where you will meet your new tour guide. (10:35)

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu – Regional Japanese Cuisine
    Transfer to the international port city of Kobe
    It takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Mosaic Street

    A charming shopping and dining area filled with boutique shops and cozy cafes.

  • Kitano Ijinkan District

    A historic area once home to foreign merchants during Kobe’s opening to the West, featuring unique Western-style residences.

  • Transfer to Osaka

    It takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Kitahama Café Street

    Riverside streets lined with atmospheric cafés, where retro charm meets modern style, offering the perfect place to stroll, sip coffee, and enjoy Osaka’s relaxed vibe.

  • Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori

    Osaka’s most famous shopping and food districts, alive with neon lights, street eats, and bustling energy.

  • Dinner & Rest

    Enjoy your dinner meal on your own
    Return to Hotel and rest

  • HOTEL

    Hotel Monterey La Soeur Osaka (T. +81-6-6944-7111) or same class ★★★★

Day 7

Kyoto’s Timeless Beauty

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby

  • Transfer to Kyoto

    It takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    A hillside temple with sweeping views of Kyoto, famous for its wooden stage that juts out from the main hall, offering breathtaking scenery in every season.

  • Sannenzaka & Ninenzaka Streets

    Traditional shopping lanes with beautifully preserved wooden houses, where visitors can stroll past teahouses, souvenir shops, and local delicacies on the way to Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

  • Fushimi Inari Shrine

    Famous for its thousands of bright red torii gates winding up the hillside, creating a striking pathway that symbolizes prosperity and good fortune, famously featured in Memoirs of a Geisha.

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu – Regional Japanese Cuisine

  • Transfer to Arashiyama

    It takes approximately 40 minutes.

  • Togetsukyo Bridge

    The iconic “Moon Crossing Bridge” in Arashiyama, spanning the Katsura River. Surrounded by mountains, cherry blossoms in spring, and vibrant maple leaves in autumn, it offers one of Kyoto’s most scenic views.

  • Bamboo Grove (Chikurin)

    A walk through Kyoto’s enchanting bamboo forest in Arashiyama, where soaring bamboo stalks create a mystical green tunnel. As light filters through the leaves, the path becomes one of Japan’s most iconic and serene landscapes.

  • Tenryu-ji Temple

    A UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its beautiful Zen garden and tranquil pond, perfectly reflecting the surrounding Arashiyama mountains. Founded in the 14th century, it remains one of Kyoto’s most important Zen temples.

  • Transfer back to Osaka

    It takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Dinner & Rest

    Enjoy your dinner meal on your own
    Return to Hotel and rest

  • HOTEL

    Hotel Monterey La Soeur Osaka (T. +81-6-6944-7111) or same class ★★★★

Day 8

Ancient Capitals & Modern Pulse

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Hotel Check-out & Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby.

  • Osaka Castle (Main Keep)

    One of Japan’s three great castles, renowned for its grand stone walls, golden decorations, and rich samurai history. Surrounded by a vast park with cherry blossoms in spring, it stands as a proud symbol of Osaka’s heritage.

  • Transfer to Nara

    It takes approximately 50 minutes.

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu – Regional Japanese Cuisine

  • Todaiji Temple

    Home to the world’s largest wooden building, housing the monumental Great Buddha statue. Founded in the 8th century, this UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara represents the height of ancient Japanese Buddhist architecture and remains a spiritual symbol of the nation.

  • Nara Deer Park

    Famous for over 1,200 free-roaming deer that are considered messengers of the gods in Shinto tradition. Visitors can stroll through the vast park, feed the friendly deer with special crackers, and enjoy the harmony of nature and history near Todai-ji Temple.

  • Board the Shinkansen bullet train to Tokyo

    It takes approximately 2.5 hours.

  • Upon arrival at the Tokyo Station, transfer to Hotel

  • Dinner & Rest

    Enjoy your dinner meal on your own
    Return to Hotel and rest

  • HOTEL

    Hotel East 21 Tokyo (T. +81-3-5683-5683) or same class ★★★★

Day 9

Hakone & Mt. Fuji Serenity

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Hotel Check-out & Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby

  • Transfer to Hakone National Park

    It takes approximately 1.5 hours.

  • Hakone Shrine

    A historic shrine founded in 757, nestled at the foot of Mount Hakone and surrounded by deep forests. Its iconic red torii gate standing in Lake Ashi creates a mystical view, symbolizing the gateway between the sacred and the everyday world.

  • Onshi-Hakone Park

    Scenic gardens and hilltop viewpoints offering sweeping vistas of Lake Ashi and the majestic Mt. Fuji. Once a former imperial villa site, the park blends natural beauty with historical charm, making it a serene place for a leisurely stroll.

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu – Regional Japanese Cuisine

  • Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise

    A scenic boat ride across the tranquil waters of Lake Ashi, surrounded by lush mountains and with breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji on clear days. The cruise, styled after a pirate ship, adds a touch of adventure to this iconic Hakone experience.

  • Hakone Ropeway

    Offering panoramic aerial views of volcanic landscapes, steaming vents of the Owakudani Valley, and on clear days, the majestic Mt. Fuji. Floating high above Hakone, this ropeway ride combines adventure with some of Japan’s most unforgettable scenery.

  • Owakudani Valley

    A dramatic volcanic valley created by an ancient eruption of Mount Hakone, famous for its steaming vents, bubbling hot springs, and the unique “black eggs” boiled in sulfuric waters. Local legend says eating one adds seven years to your life, making it both a cultural and culinary highlight.

  • Dinner & Rest

    Enjoy your dinner
    Dinner Menu - Regional Japanese Cuisine

  • Enjoy your overnight stay near Mt. Fuji.

  • HOTEL

    HOTEL MYSTAYS Fuji Onsen Resort (T. +81-555-21-7510) or same class ★★★

Day 10

Vibrant Tokyo Adventures

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Hotel Check-out & Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby

  • Oshino Hakkai

    A group of eight crystal-clear ponds formed by the snowmelt of Mt. Fuji, famous for their pure spring water and scenic beauty. Surrounded by traditional thatched-roof houses and views of Mt. Fuji, the ponds create a serene setting that feels like stepping back in time.

  • Transfer back to Tokyo

    It takes approximately 1.5 hours.

  • Enjoy your lunch

    Lunch Menu – Regional Japanese Cuisine

  • Shinjuku & Ginza

    Two of Tokyo’s most vibrant shopping and entertainment districts. Shinjuku dazzles with neon lights, towering skyscrapers, and endless nightlife, while Ginza offers a refined atmosphere of luxury boutiques, flagship stores, and gourmet dining.

  • Tokyo Tower

    The city’s iconic landmark, inspired by the Eiffel Tower and standing 333 meters tall. Offering panoramic observation decks with sweeping views of Tokyo and even Mt. Fuji on clear days, it remains a beloved symbol blending tradition and modernity.

  • Odaiba & Rainbow Bridge

    A futuristic waterfront area offering panoramic views of Tokyo Bay, connected to the city by the striking Rainbow Bridge. With shopping malls, entertainment complexes, museums, and a seaside promenade, Odaiba combines leisure and innovation, making it one of Tokyo’s most dynamic attractions.

  • Dinner & Rest

    Enjoy your dinner meal on your own
    Return to Hotel and rest

  • HOTEL

    Hotel East 21 Tokyo (T. +81-3-5683-5683) or same class ★★★★

Day 11

Farewell with Traditions

  • Meeting and Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, Hotel Check-out & Tour Guide Meeting at the hotel lobby

  • Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Kaminarimon Gate

    Tokyo’s oldest and most famous temple, founded in the 7th century. Enter through the iconic Kaminarimon Gate with its giant red lantern, then stroll along Nakamise Street lined with traditional shops, leading to the magnificent main hall of Senso-ji.

  • Nakamise Shopping Street

    A lively street leading to Senso-ji Temple, lined with colorful stalls selling traditional Japanese snacks, handmade crafts, and souvenirs. With its festive atmosphere and centuries-old history, it’s one of Tokyo’s most beloved shopping streets.

  • Move to Narita Airport

    After lunch, transfer to Narita International Airport
    It takes approximately 2.5 hours.

  • Departure from Narita Airport (KE704, 13:55)

  • Arrival at Incheon Airport (16:30)

    End of tour
    We hope you enjoyed your trip with us!!

Notes

- No Tip & No Shopping & No Optional tours
- Included in the tour: Hotel, Meals as noted on itinerary, Vehicle, Entrance Fees and English Tour Guide
- Excluded from the tour: Airfare, Travel Insurance            
- This is a Package Tour conducted by an English-speaking tour guide
- The fee for a single room is $890 ( $490 for Korea tour + $400 for Japan tour)
- Hotel room type is based on TWN room (2 beds) 
  If you would like a DBL room (1 bed), please request one at the time of reservation
- The tour fee for the third guest sharing a room for 3 people
  . Children under 24 months are free of charge

  . Children under 5 years old must pay 80% of the tour fee and children over 6 years old must pay 100% of the tour fee
- Travel insurance must be purchased individually by the guest
- If your guests have any dietary restrictions for health, religious and other reasons, please discuss them with us in advance
- Without prior arrangements, the tour may be cancelled unilaterally and the schedule may change without prior notice due to local circumstances
- Emergency contact number in Seoul is +82-2-3482-5252  
- Tour Fee Payment : Payment must be made 4 weeks (28 days) before the tour departure to confirm the tour reservation. 

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