GRAND DISCOVERY OF
SOUTH KOREA & JAPAN

17th April – 1st May 2027

An unforgettable journey through ancient culture, modern cities, and breathtaking landscapes.

INTINERARY

Day 1: Departure from the UK
Pack your bags and get ready for the journey of a lifetime as you board your international flight to Seoul, South Korea. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment as you cross continents toward East Asia.

Day 2: Welcome to Seoul, South Korea
Arrival at Incheon International Airport.
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and transferred to your comfortable hotel in the vibrant city of Seoul.

• Dinner at a local restaurant.
• Overnight in Seoul.

Day 3: Discovering Seoul’s Rich Heritage
Start the day with a buffet breakfast at the hotel before setting off on a guided city tour of Seoul.

• Witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the historic Gyeongbokgung Palace.
• Explore Bukchon Hanok Village, a charming neighbourhood of traditional Korean houses.
• Lunch at Restaurant Bukchon Hanok
• Dive into the bustling lanes of Gwangjang Market, famed for street food and fabrics.
• Ride the Namsan Cable Car up to the iconic Seoul Tower Observatory for panoramic city views.
• Dinner at a restaurant.
• Overnight in Seoul.

Day 4: Journey to Jeju Island
Enjoy your hotel breakfast before heading to the airport for your domestic flight to Jeju Island, a volcanic island paradise.

• Visit the iconic Dragon Head Rock, marvel at Mysterious Road, and have fun at the Trick Eye & Ice Museum.
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant.
• End the day with breathtaking views from Jusangjeolli Cliffs, a natural wonder of hexagonal lava columns.
• Dinner at a restaurant
• Overnight in Jeju Island.

Day 5: Natural Wonders of Jeju
Begin with breakfast and a full day of island exploration.

• Visit Eco Land, surrounded by forests and lakes.
• Hike to the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, a UNESCO volcanic crater.
• Visit the incredible Manjang Cave, one of the world’s longest lava tubes.
• Tour the Seongeup Folk Village, offering insight into traditional Jeju life.
• Lunch and dinner provided.
• Overnight in Jeju Island.

Day 6: Busan’s Cultural Treasures
After breakfast, fly to Busan, Korea’s second-largest city.

• Discover the serene Bulguksa Temple and the sacred Seokguram Grotto (UNESCO sites).
• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Dinner and overnight in Busan.

Day 7: Exploring Colourful Busan
Begin with a buffet breakfast and continue with a guided tour of Busan.

• Wander through Gamcheon Culture Village, known for vibrant murals and narrow alleys.
• Visit Busan Tower’s Observatory Deck for stunning coastal views.
• Discover the bustling seafood hub of Jagalchi Market.
• Free time in the afternoon to relax at Haeundae Beach.
• Lunch and dinner included.
• Overnight in Busan.

Day 8: South Korea to Japan – Kyoto via Osaka
After breakfast, head to the airport for your flight to Osaka, Japan.

• Transfer to Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan (no lunch included).
• Explore the golden Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), and the tranquil Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.
• Visit the iconic Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, famous for its red torii gates.
• Drive past Gion, Kyoto’s famed geisha district.
• Dinner and overnight in Kyoto.

Day 9: Osaka & Nara
Enjoy breakfast, followed by a guided tour of Osaka, known for its street food and modern architecture.

• Free time for shopping in one of Osaka’s bustling districts.
• After lunch, head to Nara to visit the Todaiji Temple and meet the friendly deer of Nara Park.
• Dinner and overnight in Osaka.

Day 10: Hiroshima – City of Peace
After breakfast, board the famous Shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima.

• Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome & Peace Memorial Museum, a poignant reminder of the past.
• Enjoy lunch, then take a ferry to Miyajima Island to see the floating Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
• Return for dinner and overnight in Hiroshima.

Day 11: Nagoya – Automotive Innovation
Have breakfast and board another bullet train to Nagoya.

• Visit the Toyota Commemorative Museum and the futuristic SCMAGLEV Railway Park.
• Lunch and dinner provided.
• Overnight in Nagoya.

Day 12: Toyama & Traditional Japan
After breakfast, travel to Toyama.

• Enjoy lunch en route.
• Explore the UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go Ancient Village, known for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses.
• Dinner and overnight in Toyama.

Day 13: Alpine Route Adventure
A highlight of the trip!

• Traverse the legendary Alpine Route, known for its scenic mountain views, snow walls, and cable cars.
• Packed lunch included for this journey.
• Dinner and overnight in Matsumoto.

Day 14: Mount Fuji & Arrival in Tokyo
After breakfast, embark on a day dedicated to Japan’s most iconic symbol—Mount Fuji.

• Enjoy scenic views and visit Lake Ashi for a boat cruise.
• Ride a ropeway for more panoramic views.
• After lunch, transfer to Tokyo.
• Dinner and overnight in Tokyo.

Day 15: Tokyo – Capital of Contrast
Fuel up with breakfast and dive into Tokyo’s best sights on a guided tour.

• Visit the historic Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest.
• Enjoy lunch, then free time for shopping in hotspots like Shibuya or Ginza.
• Farewell dinner in Tokyo.
• Overnight in Tokyo.

Day 16: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK, bringing an unforgettable journey to a close.