16 DAYS from £6,699pp £6,299pp 2 Japan South Korea FUKUOKA TOKYO OSAKA KYOTO HIROSHIMA Miyajima BUSAN GYEONGJU SEOUL 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 by Rail Nights in Hotel by Coach 1 by Ship by Air From London To London Journey through two fascinating east Asian countries, viewing breathtaking palaces and historic locations, while savouring unique cultural moments and travelling on high-speed modern trains. NEW Treasures of South Korea & Japan Days 1-3. Arrival in Seoul Your tour begins with a flight to Seoul. Arriving on Day 2, we enjoy a welcome dinner. After sightseeing on Day 3, we visit the infamous Korean Demilitarised Zone. Days 4 & 5. Gyeongju and Busan In Gyeongju, we view artefacts from the ancient Kingdom of Silla. In coastal Busan on Day 5, we explore Gamcheon Culture Village and stroll along the famed Haeundae Beach. Days 6 & 7. Coastal Fukuoka We arrive in Fukuoka after a brief flight. Day 7 brings a sightseeing tour, featuring the Dazaifu Tenmago shrine, the Kawabata Arcade and Fukuoka Tower. Days 8 & 9. Hiroshima Reaching Hiroshima by bullet train, we visit the Peace Memorial Park and the impressive Hiroshima Castle. On Day 9, we join oyster farmers for a boat trip and sample oyster porridge before visiting the iconic Itsukushima shrine. Days 10-13. Osaka & Kyoto In Osaka, we visit picturesque Kurashiki and the enchanting Korakeun Garden. Day 11 takes us to Nara’s serene deer park. After touring Kyoto on Day 12, we partake in a zen tea ceremony. Day 13 takes us to the iconic red gates of the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine. Days 14 & 15. Fuji & Tokyo Arriving in Hakone, we visit Lake Ashi and enjoy spectacular views of Mount Fuji from the Owakudani Valley. Our tour ends with a tour of Tokyo and a bonsai demonstration. Day 16. Homeward bound We board our flight back to London, where your holiday concludes. £ per person based on 2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from £1,300 WHAT’S INCLUDED: 14 nights’ 4 & 5-Star hotel accommodation Flights from London Heathrow to Seoul, Tokyo to London Heathrow All internal flights Standard Class rail travel All rail and coach travel throughout your tour Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish 14 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners Group luggage transfers between all hotels All guided tours and excursions Comfortable Explorer Rated 3 Uncovering dynastic heritage at Seoul’s historic palaces Sailing to an oyster farm in Miyajima 27 Scan the QR code to go direct to this itinerary on our website or visit greatrail.com/KAJ27 To speak to our expert advisors, call 01904 527168. Classic ASIA 2027 Departures: SEP, OCT 2028 Departures: MAR, APR, SEP, OCT
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