Great Japan 2027 Winter NH (HND-HND)

DAY 1                 ISTANBUL – TOKYO

We will meet our valued guests 3 hours before the flight in front of the All Nippon Airways counter at Istanbul Airport International Terminal. After baggage and ticket procedures, we will fly to Tokyo on the scheduled All Nippon Airways flight. Overnight on board.

DAY 2                 TOKYO – OSAKA

Upon arrival, we will move to Osaka ITM Airport via an All Nippon Airways domestic flight. Upon arrival in Osaka, we will begin a panoramic Osaka city tour. During our tour, we will visit the historic Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century and playing a key role in the unification of Japan, followed by a visit to the Umeda Skyscraper, one of Osaka’s symbols. This impressive structure, located near Osaka and Umeda train stations, consists of two towers reaching a height of 173 meters. The towers are connected by a platform on the 39th floor known as the “Floating Garden Observatory”. Thanks to its glass-enclosed interior and open terrace, the observatory offers visitors unique panoramic views of Osaka. After the tour, there is free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Osaka by Night Tour (50€ per person) organized by our guide. During this tour, Dotonbori district, Shinsaibashi (the heart of shopping), and Namba street (home to many restaurants) will be visited. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 3                 OSAKA

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Kyoto & Nara Tour (180€ per person) organized by our guide. Our first stop is Nara. We will visit Todaiji Temple, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and is one of the largest wooden structures in the country. Next, during our visit to Nara Park, we will have the opportunity to see deer roaming freely in the area. Established in 1880, this park is also home to over 1,200 wild Sika deer. We will have some free time here before heading to our next destination, Kyoto. We will travel to Kyoto, Japan’s former capital and one of its best-preserved cities, which was never bombed even during wartime. Upon arrival, we will visit Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), built according to Zen beliefs and listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The final stop of our tour is Fushimi Inari, a mesmerizing Shinto shrine that has become a symbol of Kyoto, famous for its thousands of orange torii gates. Dating back to the 8th century (711 AD), the shrine is dedicated to Inari, the god of fertility and commerce. Walking among the torii gates stretching from the foothills to the summit makes this one of Kyoto’s most impressive stops. After the tour, we return to Osaka. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 4                 OSAKA – TOKYO

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel, then depart for Tokyo via Shinkansen. This journey, aboard the world’s fastest train capable of reaching speeds up to 320 km/h, will take approximately two and a half hours. Upon arrival in Tokyo, the heart of Japan, we will set off for a panoramic Tokyo city tour. Our first stop is Asakusa Temple (Senso-ji Temple), a historic temple completed in 645 AD and allegedly built by two brothers, featuring the massive entrance gate known as “Kaminarimon”. Next, we will visit Nakamise Shopping Street, where we will have free time to explore various souvenirs and street foods. Guests who wish may join the extra Tokyo by Night Tour (55€ per person) organized by our guide. We will then head to Shibuya, Tokyo’s attraction center. One of Tokyo’s most popular districts, known for fashion, entertainment, and shopping, Shibuya is famous for its pedestrian crossing that resembles a human river and its dazzling lights. We will visit the famous intersection, decorated with neon lights and giant video advertisements. When the traffic light turns green for pedestrians, the intersection fills with people, making it a perfect photo spot. Additionally, we will take a photo break in front of the Hachiko Statue and learn about its story. After the tour, we transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 5                 TOKYO

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Tokyo Combined & Premium Outlet Tour (125€ per person) [Ueno Park & Akihabara Electric Town & East Gardens & Shisui Premium Outlet]. Our first stop is Ueno Park, where Sakura and Hanami celebrations are held and which attracts over 10 million visitors annually, making it Japan’s most popular urban park. Next, we will visit Akihabara, one of Tokyo’s most famous neighborhoods, known as the “Electric Town” for its numerous electronics stores ranging from flea market stalls to specialized shops. We will have time for shopping here. Our next stop is the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace. After a short walk through the gardens, we will proceed to Ginza Street. This is Tokyo’s most famous luxury shopping, dining, and entertainment district, hosting numerous shops, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, nightclubs, and cafes. After some free time here, we will continue our tour. After finishing our visit here, our last stop for the day will be... After this visit, there is free time and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 6                 TOKYO

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Hakone & Mt. Fuji & Lake Ashi Tour (160€ per person) organized by our guide. We will head to Hakone, located about 2 hours from Tokyo, known for its hot springs, natural beauty, and nature. First, we will stop at Oshino Hakkai village to enjoy a panoramic view of Mt. Fuji. Next, we will visit Owakudani, formed by the eruption of Hakone Mountain approximately 3,000 years ago. This area, characterized by sulfur fumes and hot steam, is still an active volcanic region today. After the tour, we will move to Hakone town at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Here, we will take a pleasant boat ride on Lake Ashi, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and witness the town’s natural beauty up close. After the boat ride, there is free time before returning to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 7                 TOKYO

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by free time. Guests who wish may join the extra Kamakura & Traditional Japanese Tea & Bamboo Gardens Tour & Yokohama (150€ per person) organized by our guide. Our first stop is the Great Buddha of Kamakura, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This bronze statue stands 13.35 meters high including its base and weighs approximately 93 tons; it is also of great significance in religious history. Built during the Kamakura period when feudalism began and samurai emerged, dating back to 1252, after viewing this monument, we will head to Hokoku-ji Temple. Known for its bamboo groves covering an area of approximately 13,000 square meters, this temple holds an important place in Buddhist belief and was founded by a monk named Tengan Eko to honor the ancestor of the Ashikaga clan. Nicknamed “Take-dera” meaning “Bamboo Temple”, we will embark on a short exploration within this unique temple formed by over 2,000 bamboo plants. Midway through our visit, we will take a short break to drink traditional Japanese green tea. After this part of the tour, we will head to Yokohama. After a city tour in this city, Japan’s second-largest after Tokyo, we will return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 8                 TOKYO – ISTANBUL

In the early hours of the day, we will collect our breakfast boxes from the hotel, complete check-out procedures, and transfer to Tokyo Airport. After completing baggage and check-in procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on the scheduled All Nippon Airways flight. Upon arrival, our tour and services will conclude.