Visions of Japan with Seoul
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, forget everything your mother taught you about table manners as you head to Japan, where it’s perfectly acceptable to slurp! Get ready to joyously drink in traditional hot sake, green tea, big brothy noodle bowls and the delicious views from neon-lit Tokyo to historic Kyoto. Peaks, palaces, pavilions, and pagodas provide picture-perfect backdrops for your photos, but don’t expect to stand still for very long on this enthralling tour. A hands-on calligraphy class, a special kimono fitting, an interactive cooking demonstration, and a gold-leaf design class—where you’ll make your own keepsake bento box—are all part of the fun. Browse the local flavors at a Takayama farmer’s market, stroll through Kanazawa’s famous Kenroku-en gardens and experience the thrill of a ride on the famous bullet train. Prepare to be floored in more ways than one!
Tour Itinerary
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.
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.
Feed Your Seoul Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Seoul’s vibrant neighborhoods, historic sites, and local cuisine. (B)
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).
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