Visions Of Japan With Seoul
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Day 1 - ARRIVE 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.
Day 2 - SEOUL 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.(B,L)Please note: Local Host services are provided in Seoul as noted. You will meet your Tour Director in Tokyo on day 5.
Day 3 - SEOUL Feed Your Seoul Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Seoul's vibrant neighborhoods, historic sites, and local cuisine. (B)
Day 4 - SEOUL - 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. (B).
Day 5 - TOKYO Monumental Metropolis Start with a visit to Meiji Shrine, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest. Then, learn to write like a local during a calligraphy lesson with a master calligrapher, and partake in a [LF] tea ceremony. Last stop is the Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise shopping arcade. Tonight, join your travel companions at a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITEPLANNED TO A TEA Participate in a tea ceremony, the ancient tradition and carefully choreographed ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea.
Day 6 - TOKYO Tokyo to Go Enjoy a full day at your leisure to explore the city. (B)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.
Day 7 - TOKYO - MT FUJI AREA Soaring Heights & Sweeping Sights Travel south to the beautiful Five Lakes region. From a bullet train ride to dizzying views of Mount Fuji to a cruise on Lake Ashi, your day is a feast for the eyes! (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHT SCENIC SIGHTS Take a thrilling bullet train ride from Tokyo to Odawara station. Continue to Hakone where you'll take a cable-car ride for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji, Japan's highest mountain. After lunch, cruise on Lake Ashi for more views of this beautiful area.
Day 8 - MT FUJI AREA - MATSUMOTO - TAKAYAMA City to Farm to Table Journey to Matsumoto, gateway to the ruggedly beautiful Japanese Alps. Visit a local wasabi farm and Matsumoto Castle, a National Treasure of Japan dating back to the 16th Century. Tonight, enjoy a wonderful Japanese-style dinner at your hotel. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTWHY WASABI? After a traditional lunch, tour the wasabi farm to learn more about how it's grown and the importance of wasabi in Japanese culture and cuisine. Enjoy the opportunity to sample wasabi ice cream.
Day 9 - TAKAYAMA Takayama Treasures Today begins at the morning market, where farmers display locally grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Visit Takayama Jinya, a former government office during the Edo Period from 1692-1868. This well-preserved building is a national historic site and the only remaining building of its kind in Japan. End with a fun [LF] sake tasting. This evening, you have the option to stay in a traditional Japanese ryokan (additional fee and pre-booking required). (B)LOCAL FAVORITEFOR SAKE'S SAKE Go sake tasting in the San-Machi Suji historic district"famous for lacquerware shops and sake breweries, and identified by the "sugidama," balls made of cedar branches that adorn the entrances. ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE After included sightseeing, the balance of the day is at leisure, providing you with time to explore the narrow streets where merchants buy and sell as they have for 300 years. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION HIGHLIGHT Choose an overnight stay at a ryokan to fully immerse yourself in the Japanese culture and hospitality. Your ryokan features traditional touches like tatami mat floors, a thin sleeping mattress, and the chance to experience a Japanese-style bath - as well as the modern convenience of a private bathroom. Traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast are included in your stay. Please note that space is very limited. NOTE: You must pre-book this ahead of arriving in Japan for your tour, and an additional fee applies.
Day 10 - TAKAYAMA - SHIRAKAWA - KANAZAWA Enchanting Valleys & Tranquil Gardens This morning, enjoy a scenic drive through the mountainous Shokawa Valley to Shirakawa, a remote region of Japan home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore the unique Gassho-Zukuri style (joined hands) thatched houses that can be found only here. Continue to the castle town of Kanazawa, situated between the mountains and the Sea of Japan. Explore Kenroku-en Garden and take part in a gold leaf class, where you'll learn about this ancient craft and make your own bento box. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTTHE POWER OF TRANQUILITY Kenroku-en is one of Japan's three great gardens and dates from the 1670s. Translated to English the name means "Garden of Six Qualities," referring to the six essential attributes that make up a perfect garden: spaciousness, tranquility, artifice, antiquity, water, and magnificent views. One of the garden's most stunning attractions is Kasumigaike pond with its island called Horai, which is meant to symbolize long life and eternal prosperity.
Day 11 - KANAZAWA - KYOTO Golden Gift This morning, drive south to Kyoto. On arrival, visit the stunning Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion. Next, visit Yuzen Handmade Corner to learn about the Yuzen dyeing technique used to decorate kimonos by painting dye directly on the cloth. Make your own souvenir using this traditional method. End the day at Sanjusajendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Flanking the main statue are 1,000 more life-sized statues, covered in gold leaf, with 40 arms believed to have the power to save 25 worlds! (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Join your Tour Director for a walking tour through Gion or visit more of Kyoto's historic temples. This and many more options throughout your tour may be available for purchase with MyGlobus.
Day 12 - KYOTO Sushi, Shrines & Temples Today's sightseeing starts in the Higashiyama District to visit Kiyomizu Temple, the "Pure Water Temple," with stunning views over Kyoto. Along the way, walk through the busy streets, where shops and restaurants have been catering to pilgrims for centuries. Then, participate in a [LF] Japanese cooking class for lunch, and have fun with the opportunity to try on a traditional kimono. (B,L)LOCAL FAVORITECULTURAL TREASURES Japan is known for its cuisine, which is deeply engrained into the culture. What better way to gain insights into the local way of life than through your generations of traditional dishes? Participate in a special cooking class under the instruction of a local chef to learn how to make miso soup, teriyaki chicken, and makizushi, more commonly known as a sushi roll.
Day 13 - KYOTO - NARA EXCURSION Larger than Life Travel to nearby Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHTNARA GIANTS Travel to Nara Park, one of the largest in Japan, and famous for its free-roaming deer amid its shrines and temples. Kasuga Shrine, the most celebrated in Nara, is a Shinto shrine with some 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns. On the opposite end of the park is Todaiji Temple, one of Japan's most significant temples. Originally built in 752 AD and again after a fire in 1692, the temple is only two-thirds its original size yet remains one of the world's largest wooden buildings. The Daibutsu (Giant Buddha) inside the main hall is made of copper and bronze, weighs 250 tons and is 49 feet tall.
Day 14 - KYOTO Say it Ain't Sayonara Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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- Book a 2012 Globus Asia air-inclusive vacation to receive $100 per person off the air price. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between February 1 and March 27, 2012 travel through December 31, 2012. Offer not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club Repeat Traveler benefit and applies to new 2012 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Certain government-imposed taxes and fees of up to $375, including a September 11th Security fee of up to $10, are additional and must be paid by each traveler. Additional restrictions may apply.
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| 2027-03-12 | $8,119.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2027-03-19 | $8,119.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2027-03-19 | $8,119.00 | See in Cart | |
| 2027-03-26 | $8,119.00 | See in Cart | |
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| 2027-04-16 | $8,709.00 | See in Cart | |
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Features
- Meals
Breakfast daily, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners
- Notes
Optional overnight stay at a traditional ryokan requires pre-booking with additional fee payable prior to travel. Space is very limited and on request only. Your stay includes a traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast. Dietary restrictions generally cannot be accommodated.
The cable-car ride at Mount Fuji is weather dependent.
- 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 city sightseeing in Tokyo including Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Kannon
- Temple, and Nakamise shopping arcade
- Calligraphy lesson and traditional tea ceremony
- Bullet train ride from Tokyo to Odawara station
- Cruise on Lake Ashi and cable-car ride in the Mount Fuji area
- Visits to Matsumoto Castle and a local wasabi farm
- Guided tours of the Takayama morning market and Takayama Jinya
- Sake tasting in the San-Machi Suji district of Takayama
- Visit the Shirakawa village and its unique Gassho-Zukuri-style thatched houses
- Visit to Kenroku-en Garden
- Gold leaf workshop to create your own bento box souvenir
- Guided city sightseeing in Kyoto including Kinkakuji, Sanjusangendo
- Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Japanese cooking class featuring sushi and miso soup
- Hands-on Yuzen dyeing experience at Yuzen Handmade Corner
- Kimono fitting in Kyoto
- Excursion to Nara to visit Kasuga Shrine and Todaiji Temple
- UNESCO Sites
Kasuga Shrine|Mount Fuji|Shirakawa (Gassho-Zukuri houses)|Temple of the Gold Pavilion|Todaiji Temple
- Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Asia tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There's always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers"while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you've been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour"without the crowds.
- Tags
ASIA|CLASSIC|JAPAN|KANAZAWA|KYOTO|MATSUMOTO|MOUNT FUJI|NARA|NEW|SEOUL|SHIRAKAWA|SOUTH KOREA|TAKAYAMA|TOKYO
- Product Group
Visions of Japan
- Title
Visions of Japan with Seoul
