Full Japan Tour with Mystical Routes (Universal Studio in Osaka)

Tour details

Since there is no official hotel rating system in Japan, booking.com ratings have been used for hotel classifications.

Sample Hotels

OSAKA

3* Hotel IL Fiore Kasai etc.

4* Noku Osaka etc.

TOKYO

3* Kuretake inn Osaka Midosuji etc

4* Hotel Monday Toyosu etc.

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENT 

This tour is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people.  If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour start date. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.

VISA  (JAPAN)

Ordinary Passport - Visa not required                    

Green Passport - Visa not required

Service Passport - Visa not required

You must have a passport valid for 6 months from the date of the end of travel and not older than 10 years.

HEALTH

Those who regularly take medication are advised to bring more medication than they need, because not all kinds of medicine can be found in the country. In addition, if you have a serious health problem (heart, blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), it will be useful to have a document signed by your doctor with you. Also, we recommend that you do not drink tap water and instead drink bottled water that you open yourself for the first time.

FLIGHT TIMES              

Istanbul - Tokyo 12 hr 30 min

Osaka - Istanbul 10 hr 00 min

OPTIONAL TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Optional tours and activities are organized by the local agency we receive service from with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people, and participation is not mandatory. If sufficient numbers are not achieved, the excursions cannot be carried out, or optional tour/activity prices, content, and the vehicle to be used may vary depending on the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of optional tours/activities may be changed by the guide according to the opening/closing status of the museums, historical sites, or venues in the places to be visited and according to weather conditions.

ACCOMMODATION   

During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the stated km.

Triple rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and in such rooms, the bed provided for the 3rd person may be smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable beds or coach beds, participants are deemed to have accepted the possible cramped conditions in the rooms and the bed type in reservations for the 3rd person and/or children.

Child discounts are valid for only one (1) child staying with 2 adults and matching the age group specified in the pricing section.

Breakfasts taken at the hotel among the services included in the tour program are served according to the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally with a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.

CURRENCY    

Japan's currency is Yen (JPY). South Korea's currency is (KRW). For this trip, we recommend that you bring USD with you and also have smaller denominations with you.

TIME ZONE     

There is a +6 hour difference between Turkey and both countries. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 18.00 in the countries we will travel to.

PHONE USE    

All mobile phone operators can be used if your phone has international roaming enabled. However, there may be no network in some parts of the country.

CLOTHING AND ESSENTIAL ITEMS  

We recommend bringing T-shirts that you can easily put on and take off, short- and long-sleeved shirts, cotton trousers, comfortable walking shoes, and a light jacket or cardigan. We advise you to prefer non-synthetic and cotton clothing. You may also bring a raincoat and umbrella in case of rain. In addition, you may also bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs for possible noise, a camera, a video camera, and their chargers and spare memory cards.

FOOD CULTURE          

The region is dominated by a Far Eastern cuisine. We recommend that you do not buy anything from street vendors. In addition, you will notice that the meals we will have at the restaurants and hotels we visit suit your palate.

SHOPPING          

Both countries are a true shopping paradise, especially for electronics. In addition, traditional clothing and souvenirs can be purchased.

IMPORTANT NOTES            

Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for visa-required destinations/passports) does not mean that entry into the country is guaranteed. The passport police have the authority to refuse your entry into the country. The agency is not responsible for this situation; responsibility belongs to the passenger.

The agency is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delay on scheduled and special flights, or hours may change before the current trip and flight. The agency is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees

Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized for the general introduction of cities, carried out panoramically with guide narration from inside the vehicle, lasting at most 2-3 hours and not including museum or historical site entrances. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, if they cannot be carried out on the day and time of the tour due to roads closed by local authorities or not permitted for sightseeing or entry, or if the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions, the agency is not responsible for the inability to carry out the said tours. Some tours may, where possible, be conducted by public transport or on foot at points where roads are closed or vehicle entry is not permitted.

What's included
  • Round-trip economy class airline ticket on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight from Istanbul to Tokyo / Osaka to Istanbul
  • Airport taxes
  • Transportation service between Tokyo and Osaka by Shinkansen
  • 3 nights in Tokyo in the hotel category you choose, with bed & breakfast accommodation
  • 3 nights in Osaka in the hotel category you choose, with bed & breakfast accommodation
  • Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto City Tours
  • Universal Studios Japan (USJ) tour (admission ticket included)
  • Kamakura & Outlet, Mount Fuji Tour, Osaka Castle tour, Nara & Kobe tours
  • Transfers between airport - hotel - airport
  • Turkish-speaking guiding service
  • Local guiding service
  • TURSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
  • Travel and health insurance (an extra premium applies for those over 65).
Not included
  • Exit tax stamp
  • All lunch and dinner meals
  • Personal expenses
  • Driver tips and gratuities are excluded.
Tour Program
Istanbul - Tokyo
We meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal. After ticketing and baggage procedures, we board a Turkish Airlines flight to Tokyo. We start the new day on the plane.
Tokyo
After arrival in Tokyo and completion of baggage claim and passport procedures, we begin our panoramic Tokyo city tour with our private vehicle. First, we head to Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, the oldest Shinto temple in Tokyo, founded in 645, famous for its huge lanterns and vibrant atmosphere. You can buy gifts for your loved ones at Nakamise Street, Japan’s first open-air shopping arcade, which has more than 70 shops. We then continue to Ginza, Japan’s luxury shopping district and perhaps one of the world’s most famous streets. Ginza, which was once Japan’s silver mint until 1800 and became a luxury shopping district after the Great Kanto Earthquake, takes its name from the combination of the kanji “gin” (silver) and “za” (place). In the final part of our tour, we experience Shibuya Crossing, a pedestrian crossing used by millions of people every day, with tens of thousands crossing at the same time; they say, “A Tokyo tour is not complete without stepping on Shibuya.” At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Tokyo. Overnight at our hotel.
Tokyo
After our breakfast at the hotel, we begin our Kamakura & Outlet tour. We continue to get to know the country through Kamakura, Tokyo’s oldest historical city. Kamakura is the region where the shogunate system was first established. We start our visit with the Kotoku Temple, a Buddhist temple belonging to the Jodo-shu sect. The temple is famous for the Great Buddha of Kamakura, one of Japan’s most iconic symbols. The 11.4-meter-high bronze statue of Amida Buddha is Japan’s second-largest Buddha statue. Afterwards, we head to Yokohama, one of Japan’s three largest cities with a population of 3.7 million. There, we visit Yokohama Chinatown, Japan’s largest and 160-year-old Chinatown. At the end of our tour, we go to Kisarazu Outlet, about an hour from Tokyo. Kisarazu Outlet is home to more than 250 stores featuring a mix of popular lifestyle brands such as Nike and Lacoste, as well as luxury brands like Armani and Burberry. Seasonal discounts and holiday specials offer unique opportunities for savvy shoppers, sometimes with discounts of up to 70% off retail prices. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our Tokyo hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Tokyo
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our Mount Fuji tour. We start our tour to see Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan, and drink its water. First, we visit the Mount Fuji Museum, which explains the history and formation of Mount Fuji. We then arrive at Oshino Hakkai Village, Japan’s most beautiful village with a mountain view, and enjoy Fuji’s water while experiencing local delicacies. In this village, where you can find shops offering local goods and specialties that you won’t see anywhere else, we recommend trying Japanese mochi rice cakes at their warmest and best. We take our boat tour on Lake Kawaguchi, perhaps the most beautiful of the five lakes around Mount Fuji, where we can see Mount Fuji most clearly and most closely. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Tokyo. Overnight at our hotel.
Tokyo - Osaka
After breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to Osaka by high-speed train. Osaka is traditionally regarded as the "Nation’s Kitchen" or the gourmet food capital of Japan. On our city tour in Osaka, we first visit Osaka Castle, built in the 16th century and one of the finest examples of Japanese architecture. Then we head to the Shinsaibashi district, the most central area of Osaka. We will have free time in the Dotonbori shopping streets of Shinsaibashi, where we can explore the culinary highlights of this city, which can be considered a paradise for shopping, food, and drink. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Osaka. Overnight at our hotel.
Osaka
After having breakfast at our hotel, we begin our Nara & Kobe tour. We will carry out a full-day tour of Nara and Kobe. First, we head to Nara, one hour away, one of Japan’s former capitals and also the birthplace of Japanese arts, crafts, literature, culture, and industry, where we visit Todaiji Temple. Todaiji is not only the world’s largest wooden structure, but it also houses the world’s largest Buddha statue. In Nara Park, we will also be able to see the Nara deer. Afterwards, we turn our route toward Kobe, famous for its meat. During free time in Kobe, our guests who wish may experience Kobe beef. Then we go to the Nunobiki Herb Garden, one of Japan’s largest gardens, spread over 40 acres. We reach the garden, located on Mount Rokko, by cable car. The Nunobiki Herb Garden contains more than 75,000 plant varieties. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Osaka. Overnight at our hotel.
Osaka
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our full-day tour of Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka opened in 2001 and is one of Japan’s most popular theme parks. Inspired by Hollywood films, this park features themed areas such as Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Minions, Spider-Man, and Super Nintendo World. With entertaining shows, 4D cinema experiences, and adrenaline-filled roller coasters, it appeals to visitors of all ages. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Osaka. Overnight at our hotel.
Osaka - Istanbul
After breakfast at our hotel, we begin our Kyoto tour. Our first stop will be the Kinkakuji Temple, made of gold. Kinkakuji Temple is an iconic Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, famous for its gold leaf coverings and elegant architecture by the pond. Next, we visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, which was also used as a filming location for the movie “Memoirs of a Geisha.” Here, we will visit hundreds of Torii gates lined up one after another. Later, we will visit the mystical atmosphere of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove located in the Arashiyama district. At the end of our tour, we will have free time in the Gion district, famous for its geishas. After the free time, we will meet at the time determined by our guide and transfer to Osaka Airport. After our ticketing and baggage procedures, we begin our flight to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines’ scheduled service. Overnight will be on the plane.
Istanbul
We arrive at Istanbul Airport in the morning local time, and our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you on your next adventure.