Japan Cherry Blossom with South Korea
Tour code AKSR0054. Multi Country Tour. 12 days, 1 cities.
Osaka (11 nights), Osaka
Starts in Osaka. Ends at Osaka.
Dates on request.
Highlights
- Photo Stop at Akashi Kaikyo Suspension Bridge
- Entrance to Earth Quake Museum
- Enjoy Kyoto Botanical Garden (Entrancing view of Cherry Blossom View)
- Visit to Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Togetsu Bridge (strictly one hour only)
- Entrance to Todai-ji*, Nara Deer Park
- Miyajima Island Ferry
- PhotoVisit to Stop at Floating Torri Gate view at Sunset, Itsukushima Shrine
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum
- Hiroshima to Nagoya station by Bullet Train
- Visit to Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
- Enjoy Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise
- Visit to Asakusa & Nakamise Shopping Street
- Enjoy experience of Chidorigafuchi Park - Cherry Blossom Viewing
- Visit to Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
- Photo stop at Shibuya Crossing
- Enjoy Sumida River Cruise
- Visit to Odaiba - Aquacity, Decks, Rainbow Bridge, Statue of Liberty (drive through)
- DMZ Tour
- Gyeongbok Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Nami Island
Day by day
Day 1: Arrive Osaka
Osaka
Arrive at Kansai (KIX) Airport on 31st March by Noon. On arrival, meet the English Speaking Assistant outside the arrival hall and proceed to our hotel. Our Airport transfer will be booked for arrivals between 12.00 noon to 03.00 PM. Arrive and Get transferred to the Hotel and check in
Later Visit the Umeda Sky Building.
Proceed for Dinner.
Overnight in Osaka.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Osaka – Kobe – Osaka
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and meet our English-speaking Guide. Proceed on a full day city tour with a visit to Kobe the Great Hanshin – Awaji Earthquake Museum which is dedicated to earthquake disaster prevention. Relive the moment that the Great Hanshin Earthquake struck through a realistic reproduction of the disaster. We will make a photo
stop at 4 kilometers in length, the World’s Longest Suspension Bridge… Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The bridge connects the city of Kobe with Awaji Island. Drive back to Osaka City for an Orientation tour of Umeda area and the Grand Front Area. Evening shopping time at the Osaka Dotonbori & Shinsaibashi Area. After the tour, proceed to check-in at the Osaka hotel.
Overnight in Osaka.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Osaka – Nara – Kyoto – Osaka
After Breakfast. Meet your English-speaking Guide at the hotel lobby. Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion), a Temple building covered in Gold. Botanical Garden to experience the Cherry Blossom, later visit and experience Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with Togetsu Bridge (this would only have time for an Hour Strictly) , proceed to Nara Todai-ji Temple one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites and Nara Deer Park spread over 500 hectares the park is home to more than a thousand Deer’s. Travel to Osaka. After the dinner, proceed to the Osaka hotel.
Overnight in Osaka.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner and lunch
Day 4: Osaka – Hiroshima
Early breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Meet the English-speaking Guide and depart to Hiroshima by coach. On arrival visit Atomic Bomb Dome, Sadako & Cenotaph Monument dedicated to the ordeal of the nuclear attack that the city suffered and the memories of its victims. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum. Later enjoy - Miyajima Island by Ferry, spectacular view of Floating Torri Gate view at Sunset, Itsukushima Shrine a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the dinner, proceed to the Hiroshima hotel and check in.
Overnight in Hiroshima.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Hiroshima – Nagoya
Breakfast and check-out. Meet the English-speaking Guide and transfer to the station. Start your day with the first enchanting experience in Bullet Train to Nagoya (2 Hrs 55 Mins) After arrival experience the technology Museum of Nagoya visit the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology. SC Maglev Rail Museum, the Fastest train on Earth. The Maglev train reached a record-breaking speed of 603Kmph. After the dinner, proceed to the Nagoya hotel and check in.
Overnight in Nagoya.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Nagoya – Hakone
Breakfast and check out. Meet your English-speaking guide and start your tour of Hakone and proceed to Mount Fuji – 5th station (subject to weather conditions). Later proceed to experience the Hakone Ropeway & Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise and overlooking the Owakudani Boiling Valley. Visit Gotemba Peace Park for beautiful view of Mt. Fuji (only if time permits). After the dinner, proceed to the Hakone hotel and check in.
Overnight in Hakone.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Hakone – Tokyo (The Capital city of Japan)
After breakfast at the hotel and check out. Meet the English-speaking Guide, Lake Yamanaka, the third highest and largest of the Fuji Five Lakes (only if time permits). Later, arrive at the Capital City – Tokyo, Japan’s busy capital which has an ultramodern and traditional lifestyle. Tokyo is also famous for its Sakura tree-lined streets, Shrines and Temples, Flavourful cuisine, and its World-Class Transport System. Experience the stunning view from the tallest structure in the world Tokyo Skytree – 350 mts, broadcasting and observation tower. Then proceed to the oldest and most famous temple in Tokyo, Asakusa Sensoji Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street, view Cherry Blossom at Ueno Park. After the dinner, proceed to the Gotemba hotel and check in.
Overnight in Tokyo.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Tokyo City Tour & Shopping Tour
Breakfast, meet the English-speaking Guide and start your day with a visit to Chidorigafuchi Park – Tokyo’s best cherry blossom viewing spot. Then visit the Shinjuku Gyoen Garden - Cherry Blossom Viewing spot. Shibuya Crossing – a popular scramble crossing in Tokyo. Enjoy the Sumida River Cruise. Drive by the Imperial Palace. Evening visit to Odaiba Island Aquacity, Decks, Rainbow Bridge drive through, Statue of Liberty. Evening free for last minute shopping at Daiso if time permits. After the dinner, proceed to the Tokyo hotel.
Overnight in Tokyo.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 9: Tokyo to Seoul
flight back to the captivating landscapes of South Korea. Upon landing at Incheon Airport, a warm welcome awaits as our tour representative whisks us away to the heart of Seoul. Arrive at hotel and then proceed for dinner. Overnight in Seoul.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 10: Seoul Exploration Extravaganza
Awaken to a new day filled with exploration as we embark on a full-day city tour of Seoul. Proceed to DMZ Tour first and we pass by iconic Cheong Wa Dae, also known as the Blue House, a public park with a rich history as the former executive office and official residence of the South Korean president. Delight your taste buds with a delectable lunch at an Indian restaurant, setting the stage for the cultural wonders that follow. Discover the grandeur of Gyeongbok Palace, a testament to the splendor of the Joseon dynasty and then opt for K beauty shopping delights and move towards Insadong Wander through the charming Bukchon Hanok Village before concluding the day with a delightful dinner. Overnight in Seoul.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 11: Seoul to Nami Island Excursion
The day kicks off with a scrumptious breakfast before we embark on a journey to Gap Yeong wharf. A ferry ride transports us to the enchanting Nami Island, a half-moon-shaped river island with a story as fascinating as its beauty. Following lunch, our adventure continues to Petite France, a picturesque French-themed village nestled by Cheong Yeong Lake. Immerse yourself in the charm of this cultural haven before returning to Seoul for another memorable evening.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 12: Seoul Farewell
Our unforgettable sojourn comes to an end as we savor a final breakfast in Seoul. With hearts full of memories, we bid adieu to this captivating city and head to the airport for our journey back home.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Stay
- 11 Nights’ Accommodation as mentioned
Meals
- Meals as mentioned
- Packaged drinking water 2 x 500 ml daily
Transport
- ESA - English Speaking Assistant for Transfers at Airport on Day 1 & Day 9 and Day 12
- Ordinary Class- Bullet Train Travel experience as per itinerary. Ticket Included.
- Airport transfers by Coach as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Sightseeing by air-conditioned coach on all days as per itinerary.
- Baggage Transfer from Tokyo - Osaka Max 1 Checked In Bag, Max 23 Kgs per person.
Sightseeing and entrance fees
- All Sightseeing as per Tour Highlight
- Entrance tickets to sightseeing locations as per itinerary
Tour manager and support
- ESG - English Speaking Guide on Day 2 - Day 11
- A caring and experienced Tour leader from Japan will accompany the guest on the tour.
Everything else
- Tips and Gratuities to the Driver
What is not included
- Gratuities to the Local guide and Tour manager (as per your discretion)
- Any Airfare
- Sightseeing other than those specified
- Domestic Airfare To and Fro within Japan & Seoul (Domestic Sector)
- Guaranteed early check-in charges
- Personal travel plans / programs before, during, or after the tour
- Any increase in the airfare / taxes / routing charged by the airlines for tickets ※ Any change in the hotel cost prior to departure due to rate fluctuation
- Airline & Hotel upgradation charges
- Meals other than mentioned.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sightseeing in the itinerary, rest of the sightseeing points are marked as visit or photo stops or may not require an entry charge.
- Any airfare / other transportation / other services not mentioned in the 'Includes' column The above cost does not include any Surcharges which might be levied by the respective hotels during any special Events or Exhibitions taking place during the requested dates
Need to know
- Meals on arrival and departure days depend on flight times. If your flight lands early in the morning or leaves late in the evening, Akshar Travels will arrange the meals for that day.
- If a sight is closed on the day it is scheduled, we will replace it with a comparable sight on the same tour.
- Hotel check-in is usually 3:00 pm and check-out is usually 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may carry a charge.
- Baggage on domestic and internal flights follows the airline's own policy and weight limits, which are often lower than on your international flight. Please pack to the lowest allowance on your tour. Excess baggage fees are charged by the airline and paid by the guest.
Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%