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Majestic Japan with Seoul & Osaka
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Length
16 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Seoul (South Korea)
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Ends in
Osaka (Japan)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 19, 2027 to OCT 25, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
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From
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$9,581.55
Includes $320.00 Intra-Air & Tax
This tour has flights that occur during the tour, and this is the per person price of those flights, which we have included in the "From" price listed above. Intra-Air flights are not flights that occur before or after the tour. Such flights may be available at an additional cost.
Overview
Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Japan and South Korea. First find your zen in Seoul, where you’ll explore grand palaces, traditional Hanok houses, and serene temples that offer a perfect moment of meditation on an adventure like no other in South Korea. Then, from its heaven-piercing skyscrapers to its heavenly gardens down below, Japan is a feast for mind, body, and soul. From the lush man-made forest surrounding the magnificent Shinto monuments to vibrant nightlife, vintage teahouses, and venerable temples, Tokyo comes to life with spring’s first cherry blossoms and the first catch of the day in its sushi houses. Be whisked away by shinkansen (bullet train) to Nagoya for more adventure, including a traditional sake tasting. Continue to captivating Kyoto where thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates welcome you to the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Step into ancient bliss of the Temple of the Golden Pavilion and (“Zen” some!) with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Glide into tranquility on the serene waters lapping the shores of Amanohashidate sandbar and ponder the power of nature in Koraku-en Garden. Nature abounds again in Matsue, nicknamed the “City of Water,” where you’ll discover the beauty of the Adachi Museum’s world-renowned gardens and art. Your tour of Japan takes you to the hallowed grounds of Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park and Memorial, preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945. End your exploration of Japan with the thrill of the famous bullet train as you ride from Hiroshima to Osaka, where you’ll visit the Osaka Castle and Minami, the city’s most famous entertainment district. So much history, mystery, and magnificent beauty awaits you on this fascinating Small Group Discovery tour of Japan and South Korea.
Visited During Tour
Amanohashidate | Bizen (Japan) | Himeji (Japan) | Hiroshima (Japan) | Kurashiki (Japan) | Kyoto (Japan) | Matsue (Japan) | Nagoya (Japan) | Okayama (Japan) | Osaka (Japan) | Seoul (South Korea) | Tokyo (Japan) | Yonago (Japan)
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Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
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Tour Itinerary
Globus Tour Code OGY
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1ARRIVE IN SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
Your Small Group Discovery tour begins! Welcome to South Korea’s capital city. With its rich history and modern innovation, the city is full of opportunities to experience tradition and popular culture. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
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2SEOUL
Palace Gates & Plentiful Plates Sightseeing with your Local Guide begins with a visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest and most impressive of Seoul’s five palaces. Continue to the National Museum of Contemporary Korean History to learn how Korea has transformed from an agricultural society to an economic powerhouse. After lunch at a local restaurant, explore Gwangjang Traditional Market, one of the oldest and largest in Korea. Then, visit Bukchon Hanok Village, home to over 900 hanoks (traditional Korean houses), and Ihwa Mural Village, a hillside neighborhood adorned with colorful murals and creative public art. Please note: Local Host services are provided in Seoul as noted. You will meet your Tour Director in Tokyo on day 5.
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3SEOUL
Feed Your Seoul Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Seoul’s vibrant neighborhoods, historic sites, and local cuisine.
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- Breakfast
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4SEOUL-TOKYO, JAPAN
So long, Seoul! Today, fly to Tokyo. A Globus representative will arrange for your transfer from the airport to your hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure. TOKYO.jpg
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- Breakfast
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5TOKYO
Monumental Metropolis Hop on Tokyo’s subway system to explore this fascinating city with guided sightseeing, featuring the Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Kannon Temple, and Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Exploring Tokyo on the metro starts with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. Then, visit Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise shopping arcade, the oldest of their kind in Tokyo.ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Tokyo has something for everyone so visit one of the city’s unique neighborhoods like Ginza or Shibuya districts, dine at the street food markets, or catch a game at the Tokyo Dome.
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- Breakfast
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6TOKYO-NAGOYA-KYOTO
Fourth with a Bullet Today, travel by shinkansen (bullet train) to Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city. Visit Nagoya Castle, a proud symbol of the city, then enjoy a This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! sake tasting. Later, continue to Kyoto by motorcoach. LOCAL FAVORITESMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Celebrate with your small group with a sake tasting in Nagoya’s yokocho, traditional Japanese alleyways, today hosting many small restaurants, pubs, and shops.
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- Breakfast
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7KYOTO
A Golden Gift This morning, visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for the thousands of brightly hued Torii Gates, and stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Golden Pavilion. Later, partake in a This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! tea ceremony. LOCAL FAVORITE PLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.
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- Breakfast
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8KYOTO–EXCURSION TO AMANOHASHIDATE
Cruise by Sand & Sea Travel outside the city to the stunning coastal region of Amanohashidate. Cruise on the tranquil waters surrounding this picturesque pine-covered sandbar, home to one of Japan’s three most scenic views. Return to Kyoto where your evening is at your leisure. ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Join your Tour Director for a walking tour through Gion this evening or venture out to savor delectable noodles at one of Kyoto’s many ramen houses.
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- Breakfast
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9KYOTO-HIMEJI-BIZEN-OKAYAMA
Palace Aisles & Pottery Styles Travel to Himeji to visit Himeji Castle, then drive south to Bizen, where you’ll visit a traditional pottery workshop to learn more about Bizen-yaki, one of Japan’s six ancient pottery styles dating back over 1,000 years. Continue to Okayama. TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SIGHTS Known as White Heron Castle, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Himeji Castle is a marvel in white, standing as it did centuries ago as a strategic fortification consisting of over 80 stunning structures connected by a series of gates and winding pathways. Explore this finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture—a national treasure of Japan.
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- Breakfast
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10OKAYAMA. EXCURSION TO KURASHIKI.
Garden Sights & City Whites This morning, visit Koraku-en Garden. Journey to Kurashiki to visit the Ohara Museum and Bikan Historical Quarter, once the political and commercial center of the city. The canal-lined, white-washed, stone streets reflect the Edo period (1603-1867) and are quintessentially Japanese. TOUR HIGHLIGHTTHE POWER OF TRANQUILITY The 30-acre Koraku-en Garden features ponds, plum groves, and tea fields, earning its place as one of the “Three Great Gardens of Japan.” The wide lawns, believed to uplift the spirit and promote open mindedness, are unique to Koraku-en and not a traditional feature of Japanese gardens.
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11OKAYAMA–MATSUE-YONAGO
Picturing Japan Drive northwest to Matsue and visit Matsue Castle on the shores of Lake Shinji. After lunch, continue to the Adachi Museum of Art to view the renowned work of artist, Yokoyama Taikan. Your hotel tonight is in the city of Yonago on the coast of the Sea of Japan. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARTISTRY Revel in the Japanese-style gardens of the Adachi Museum of Art and admire the revolutionary style of painter Yokoyama Taikan. Considered one of Japan’s greatest painters, this major figure in pre-WWII Japanese painting helped create the stunning technique of Nihonga—ink and mineral pigments on silk or paper canvas.
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12YONAGO-HIROSHIMA
Serenity & Solemnity Drive south to Hiroshima this morning. Upon arrival, visit the 400-year-old Shukkei-en Garden, where natural landscapes are represented in miniature form. Also visit the moving Peace Memorial Park. TOUR HIGHLIGHTMONUMENTS & MEMORIALS Peace Memorial Park is home to the Peace Memorial, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been preserved just as it was on August 6, 1945, immediately after the devastating bombing. You will also visit the Memorial Museum and Memorial Hall, which commemorate the lives lost that day.
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13HIROSHIMA
Sacred Spaces & Sea Views Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine and take cable-car ride to the top of Mount Misen for panoramic views of the Seto Island Sea, and on a clear day, Hiroshima city. Participate in a This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! Japanese cooking class for lunch. Return to Hiroshima for some time on your own. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. LOCAL FAVORITESMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Learn how to make Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, delicious savory pancake layered with ingredients as you choose. This legendary dish of Japan comes from the words okonomi (as you like it) and yaki (to grill).
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14HIROSHIMA–OSAKA
Big City, Bright Lights Board one of Japan’s famous shinkansen (bullet train) bound for Osaka, known for its food and nightlife with some history mixed in. Start sightseeing with your Local Guide at Osaka Castle and the surrounding park. Visit Minami, the city’s most famous entertainment district. TOUR HIGHLIGHT LOCAL PLEASURES Explore Osaka’s popular Minami district, encompassing the districts of Shinsaibashi and Namba and the famed Dontonbori canal area. Start with lunch featuring okonomiyaki, a delicious pancake dish famous in Osaka. Then, explore this exciting area on foot with your guide. From museums and shopping to theater and dining, this is where the locals come for fun.
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15OSAKA
Osaka on Your Time Enjoy a full day at your leisure. ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Return to Minami for further exploration or perhaps visit the Open-Air Museum of Japanese Farmhouses.
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16OSAKA
Say it Ain’t Sayonara Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by Globus in their Majestic Japan with Seoul & Osaka tour:
Hiroshima
Hilton Hiroshima
Hotel rating (by Globus): Moderate Deluxe
In the heart of Hiroshima City, the Hilton Hiroshima is within five minutes of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum, Hiroshima Castle, and several transit stations. Heiwa-Odori's shops, restaurants, and entertainment are 10 minutes away. The hotel also offers four restaurants and views from the skyline terrace.
Location
11-12 Fujimicho, Naka-ku
Hiroshima, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Moderate Deluxe property)
Kyoto
The Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
The Hotel Higashiyama is a modern hotel located in a traditional, authentic region with more than a century-old architecture, making it the ideal starting point from which to explore Kyoto and historic Japan. The décor is inspired by the gentle flow of the nearby Shirakawa River.
Location
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward
Kyoto, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Okayama
Ana Hotel Okayama
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
The ANA Hotel Okayama stands proudly as a stylish and sophisticated addition to the city's skyline. Its modern interior is the handiwork of a team of world-famous, first-class hotel designers, and the restaurant (on the 20th floor) and bar offer great views of the city. Dine on delectable cuisine from sushi to teppanyaki while taking in the brilliant cityscape.
Location
15-1 Ekimoto-Machi
Okayama, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Osaka
Hilton Osaka
Hotel rating (by Globus): Moderate Deluxe
The Hilton Osaka is conveniently located near the JR Osaka Station and is linked to one of Osaka's largest shopping mall and entertainment area. Sleek, streamlined rooms are bright and airy and the property offers restaurants, an indoor pool and fitness center to complete your stay.
Location
8-8 Umeda 1-Chome, Kita-Ku
Osaka, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Moderate Deluxe property)
Seoul
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotel
Hotel rating (by Globus): Superior First-Class
With a premium central location and an incredible view of cityscape, the Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun offers an unforgettable experience in Seoul. The hotel boasts a stunning rooftop bar, outdoor infinity pool, and comfortable guest rooms.
Location
238 Euljiro, Jung Gu
Seoul, South Korea
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Superior First-Class property)
Tokyo
Hilton Tokyo
Hotel rating (by Globus): Deluxe
The Hilton Tokyo is the the perfect base for exploring the vibrant, energetic city of Tokyo. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Lobby and Marble Lounge. Rejuvenate in the 24-hour health club within the hotel and relax in the sauna or soothing whirlpool spa. Choose from seven tempting restaurants offering a range of delicious cuisine. Favorites include Dynasty authentic Chinese restaurant, and Musashino, featuring sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. For a relaxing evening drink, visit St. George's Bar.
Location
6-2 Nishi-Shinjuku 6 Chome
Tokyo, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Deluxe property)
Yonago
ANA Crowne Plaza Yonago
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
ANA Crowne Plaza Yonago is known for its sophistication and ideal location for leisure travelers. Rooms are a combination of functionality and comfort. Guests can experience traditional 'Kaiseki' cuisine and other local delicacies while enjoying the view of a beautiful Japanese garden while dining in the in-house restaurant.
Location
53/2 Kume-Cho Tottori
Yonago, Japan
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
More Details
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Travelers Notes
Special features included in this tour:
- Guided city sightseeing of Seoul including admission to Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Ihwa Mural Village
- Walking tour of Gwangjang Market with street food sampling
- Guided tour of Tokyo by subway with visits to Meiji Shrine and Asakusa Temple
- Bullet train ride from Tokyo to Nagoya
- Visit to Nagoya Castle and sake tasting
- Cruise on the Amanohashidate Bay
- Guided sightseeing in Kyoto with visits to Fushimi Inari Shrine and the Golden Pavilion
- [LF] Traditional tea ceremony
- Visit to Himeji Castle
- Hands-on pottery experience in Bizen
- Visits to Koraku-en Garden and Bikan Historical Quarter
- Visits to Matsue Castle and Adachi Museum of Art
- Guided sightseeing in Hiroshima with visits to Shukkei-en Garden and Peace Memorial Park
- Ferry to Miyajima Island with visit to Itsukushima Shrine and cable-car ride on Mount Misen
- Japanese cooking class featuring sushi and miso soup
- [LF] Lunch featuring Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
- Bullet train ride from Hiroshima to Osaka
- Guided sightseeing in Osaka with visit to Osaka Castle and walking tour of Dotonbori
- Intra-vacation flight from Seoul to Tokyo
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