After arrival, transfer to the hotel, and the rest of the day is on your own.

After breakfast, depart to Andong. Visit the traditional village,  which features traditional houses of the Joseon Dynasty period (1392-1897). Then transfer to Daegu to visit Daegu Donghwasa Temple, located on the southern slopes of Mt. Palgongsan (1193m) in Daegu. The name of the temple means “Paulownia Blossom Temple” in English.  Then take a stroll in Dongseongno Shopping District, a major fashion retail district. The streets are packed with hundreds of stores full of personality that reflect the city’s fastpaced fashion trends. Overnight in Daegu.

Meal: Breakfast

This morning, transfer to Busan, we visit Haedong Yonggungsa (East Sea Dragon Palace Temple), situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of the city and overlooking the ocean. Then visit Nurimaru APEC House, a memorial hall and prestigious international conference hall located near Haeundae Beach, offering visitors spectacular views of the nearby natural landscape. Afterwards, you will have an opportunity to view the waves while looking down through the transparent floor of the 15 metre high Oryukdo Skywalk, which is set over a 35 meter-high coastal cliff. Travel to Gamcheon Culture Village situated on the foothills of a coastal mountain and nicknamed ‘Machu Picchu of Busan’. You will be thrilled by the many alleys cutting through this village, vibrantly decorated with murals and sculptures created by the local resident. In the evening, we stop at one of Korea’s largest markets, Nampo Dong Gukje Market for a wide variety of goods at affordable prices.  Overnight in Busan.

Meal: Breakfast

Today explore the many archaeological sites and temples, royal tombs, and monuments of Gyeongju, the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom (57 BC – 935 AD). Visit Royal Tumuli Park, Gyeongju National Museum. Enjoiy the special Samgyetang Lunch (Chicken soup with ginseng). Then transfer back to Seoul. 

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest of the ‘Five Grand Palaces’ built by the Kings of the Jeoson Dynasty, and Insadong, a street full of traditional Korean antique and art shops, restaurants and tea houses. You may try on a hanbok, the traditional attire of the Korean people and having great photo opportunity. Here we will visit the Ginseng Centre and Cosmetic Shop. Today we will have the Korea BBQ lunch. Continue to Cheonggyecheon Stream and admire this urban oasis before visiting Myeongdong, one of Seoul’s main commercial districts.

Meal: Breakfast, lunch

Today is your free leisure or you may join theoptional Cheorwon DMZ tour with traditional lunch (USD 125/ person).

Meal: Breakfast

Cheorwon DMZ tour

After pickup at your Seoul hotel in themorning, drive to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in Cheorwon.

Firstly, you will visit The Second Tunnel, it wasbeing discovered in March 1975, lies about 800 meters (0.5 mile) south of the Military Demarcation Line, as per the Korean Armistice Agreement. This incomplete tunnel extends for 3.5 km, with a maximum height of 2 m and a width of 2.1 m. It runs through bedrock at a depth ranging from 50 m to 160 m below ground. The tunnel was seemingly designed for a surprise attack on Seoul from North Korea, with the capacity to accommodate up to 30,000 soldiers per hour, along with their light weaponry. North Korea initially denied involvement, claiming it was part of a coal mine and citing construction explosions for the tunnel's blackened interior. The tunnel visit takes appx. 1 hour.

Then, you will have appx. 40 mins to visit the Peace Observatory to looks across the Demilitarized Zone. It is the part of South Korea closest to the North. Visitors can catch a rare glimpse of the reclusive North Korean state through binoculars.

Last but not least, make a brief stop at Woljeongri Station. It was a small train yard where rail stock was stored or shunted before leaving for Wonsan, now in North Korea. At the site are remains of a train used by the North Korean army which was bombed by UN forces. “The windows of the train car are twisted toward the sky and the frame and the body of the train are crooked and rusty.”

Then transfer back to the hotel in the afternoon. A traditional lunch is included.

* If there’s an unannounced official event or unforeseen situation in the DMZ, the program will be cancelled & replaced by Paju tour. Tripoppo will have the right to adjust the itinerary on spot accordingly *

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Osaka. Upon arrival at Osaka Airport, transfer to Hotel. After hotel check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure on your own.

Meal: Breakfast

This morning, you will move to Nara, now known as Nara remains full of iconic sites. Then see Todai-ji Temple, one of Japan’s most famous and historically significant temples, constructed in the 8th century. In its huge area houses various national treasures of Japan. Step foot in the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall), housing the world’s largest bronze statue of the Buddha Vairocana. Wander through Nara Park, where over 1,200 wild sika deer roam free, before travelling back to Osaka. Visit the Osaka Castle, which played a major role in the unification of Japan during the Azuchi-Momoyama period in the sixteenth century, before being dropped off at Dotonbori, which exemplifies Osaka’s vibrant food culture.

Meal: Breakfast

This morning, travel to Kyoto, it was Japan’s capital and the emperor’s residence from 794 until 1868. Countless temples, shrines, and other historically priceless structures survive in the city today. Firstly, Visit Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), World Cultural Heritage featuring a shining golden pavilion and a pond-centered garden. Visit the shining Kinkaku with two floors covered entirely in thin layers of pure gold and detailed architecture incorporating three distinct styles of Shinden, Samurai, and Zen. Then visit the Higashi Hongan-ji, which is a religious complex of the Pure Land (Jodo Shinshu) Buddhism. Its monumental architecture is renowned for being sheltered by the largest wooden roof in the world. Then, transfer to the Kyoto Station, Here we can also take a great picture of Kyoto tower.

Meals: Breakfast

Today, visit Gotemba Peace Park to capture a breathtaking view of Mount Fuji,Oshino Hakkai. Known as the springs of Mount Fuji, the eight ponds are fed by melting snow filtering down from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji, through porous layers of lava, resulting in very clear spring water that is revered by locals. Afterwards, and Sengenjinja Shrine. Enjoy the picturesque view of Mount Fuji from a distance onboard the cruise on Lake Kawaguchi, a crater lake famous for its views of the famous peak. Finish the day with a true cultural experience and buffet dinner in our hot spring hotel. 

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Visit Meiji Shrine in the morning, dedicated to the deifed spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Your next stop today is Tokyo Metro to enjoy a panoramic view of enormous Tokyo city. Later, stroll through the Sensoji Temple(Asakusa Kannon Temple), one of Tokyo’s most colorful and popular temples. Then walk along the famous 820-ft long Nakamise shopping street where you can explore the lines of stalls selling different Japanese-styled goods and souvenirs. You may also choose the optional Kimono Rental (US$55) and explore great photo opportunities along the ancient street in Japan’s beautiful national dress. Tonight, you may have the optional Kaiseki Dinner (US$90/person), a traditional and exquisite multi-course meal in Japanese cuisine.

Meal: Breakfast

Spend today free at your leisure. Enjoy a free day to explore and enjoy bustling Tokyo at your

Meal: Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Canada.

Meal: Breakfast