THE PEARL OF THE FAR EAST JAPAN TOUR 19-26 JULY 2027 (ROT-002)
Tour Detail
✨ PEARL OF THE FAR EAST: JAPAN TOUR ✨
OSAKA • TOKYO • THE ENCHANTING WORLD OF JAPAN
🏯 OSAKA CASTLE • DOTONBORI • ASAKUSA • SENSO-JI TEMPLE
🌸 KYOTO • NARA • KOBE • MOUNT FUJI • KAWAGUCHI • KAMAKURA
✈️ WITH ALL NIPPON AIRWAYS (ANA)
🏨 7 Nights – 8 Days
🏨 6 Nights in 3★ Hotels with Breakfast
🚄 OSAKA – TOKYO SHINKANSEN SUPER-FAST TRAIN JOURNEY INCLUDED!
📅 19–26 JULY 2027
💰 PER PERSON: €2,690 💵
✈️ DEPARTURE FLIGHT INFORMATION
✈️ All Nippon Airways (ANA) – NH220
📍 Istanbul ➡️ Tokyo
📅 19 July 2027
🕕 Departure: 18:25
🕦 Arrival: 20 July 2027 – 11:35
✈️ All Nippon Airways (ANA) – NH25
📍 Tokyo ➡️ Osaka
📅 20 July 2027
🕐 Departure: 13:00
🕑 Arrival: 14:10
Transfer from Çorlu to Istanbul Airport Included!
🗓️ DAY 1: ✈️ ISTANBUL – TOKYO – OSAKA
👋 We meet our guide at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport.
🛄 After completing our ticket, baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Osaka via Tokyo on the All Nippon Airways (ANA) scheduled flight.
✈️ We begin our unforgettable journey, during which we will explore Japan's unique culture, historic temples, modern cities and natural beauty.
🌙 We welcome the new day on board the aircraft.
🗓️ DAY 2: 🏯 OSAKA CITY TOUR
✈️ Following our connecting flight through Tokyo, we arrive in Osaka, one of Japan's most vibrant cities.
🍜 We begin our city tour in Osaka, known as Japan's gastronomic capital and celebrated with the title "Kitchen of the Nation."
🏯 PANORAMIC OSAKA CITY TOUR
✨ On our city tour;
🏯 Osaka Castle (Exterior)🌸 Osaka Castle Grounds
🏙️ Dotonbori District🛍️ Osaka Shopping Streets
🍜 Traditional Japanese Street Food
are among the sights we will visit.
🏯 Our first stop is Osaka Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the 16th century and one of the most impressive examples of Japanese architecture. We take a photo break while viewing the castle from the outside.
🌆 We then move on to the Dotonbori district, famous for its colorful lights, giant billboards and bustling streets.
🍣 Here we have free time to taste the unique flavors of Japanese cuisine, do some shopping and explore the lively atmosphere of the city.
🏨 After our tour, we transfer to our hotel.
🛏️ Accommodation: Osaka – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 3: 🌸 OSAKA – KYOTO – OSAKA
☕ After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we have a full day of free time.
🌸 Guests who wish may join the optional Kyoto City Tour (195 USD) organized by our guide.
🏯 KYOTO CITY TOUR – EXTRA TOUR
✨ On our Kyoto excursion, where we will get to know Japan's traditional culture up close;
🏯 Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion Temple)
⛩️ Fushimi Inari Shrine
🎋 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
🌸 Gion Geisha District
will be visited.
🏯 Our first stop is the Kinkaku-ji Temple, famous for its gold-leaf architecture and its magnificent reflection on the pond.
⛩️ Next, we visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of Japan's most iconic sites, with its hundreds of red torii gates.
🎋 We continue to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, which enchants with its mystical atmosphere. We walk among the bamboo trees reaching toward the sky and take unique photographs.
🌸 Our last stop is the Gion District, known for its traditional Japanese houses and geisha culture.
📸 After our free time here, we return to Osaka.
🏨 Accommodation: Osaka – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 4: 🦌 OSAKA – NARA – KOBE – OSAKA
☕ After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we have a full day of free time.
🦌 Guests who wish may join the optional Nara & Kobe Tour (195 USD) organized by our guide.
🏯 NARA & KOBE TOUR – EXTRA TOUR
✨ On our tour;
🦌 Nara Deer Park🏯 Todai-ji Temple
🗿 Great Buddha Statue🥩 Kobe City
🌿 Nunobiki Herb Garden🚡 Nunobiki Ropeway
will be visited.
🚌 Our first stop is Nara, one of Japan's former capitals.
🦌 We explore Nara Park, where we can see the charming deer that have become the symbol of the city and live alongside visitors.
🏯 Then we visit Todai-ji Temple, famous for its colossal bronze Buddha statue and one of Japan's most important historical structures.
🥩 After our visit, we travel to the city of Kobe, known for its world-famous Kobe beef.
🍽️ During the free time given, guests who wish can try the renowned Kobe beef.
🌿 Afterwards, we head to the Nunobiki Herb Garden, famous for its rich plant collection and magnificent city views.
🚡 We reach the garden by cable car and enjoy nature and panoramic views there.
🚌 After our tour, we return to Osaka.
🏨 Accommodation: Osaka – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 5: 🚄 OSAKA – TOKYO
☕ After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we complete our check-out procedures.
🚄 We set off on an unforgettable journey to Tokyo aboard Japan's world-famous Shinkansen Super-Fast Train.
🏙️ Upon arriving in Tokyo, the capital of Japan and one of the most impressive metropolises in the world, we begin our city tour.
🏯 TOKYO CITY TOUR
✨ On our city tour;
⛩️ Asakusa District🏯 Senso-ji Temple
🏮 Nakamise Shopping Street🛍️ Ginza District
🏙️ Tokyo's Modern City Center
are among the sights we will visit.
⛩️ Our first stop is the historic Asakusa District, which reflects the traditional spirit of Tokyo.
🏯 Here we visit the Senso-ji Buddhist Temple, founded in 645 and famous for its giant red lanterns and traditional architecture.
🏮 We have free time on Nakamise Shopping Street, which stretches in front of the temple and is known for its traditional Japanese souvenirs and local delicacies.
🛍️ We then move on to the Ginza District, famous for Tokyo's luxury stores, modern architecture and stylish cafés.
✨ After our tour, where we discovered both the traditional and modern faces of Japan together, we transfer to our hotel.
🏨 Accommodation: Tokyo – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 6: 🗻 TOKYO – MOUNT FUJI – KAWAGUCHI – TOKYO
☕ After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we have a full day of free time.
🗻 Guests who wish may join the optional Mount Fuji & Kawaguchi Tour (195 USD) organized by our guide.
🗻 MOUNT FUJI & KAWAGUCHI TOUR – EXTRA TOUR
✨ On our tour;
🏛️ Mount Fuji Museum🏡 Oshino Hakkai Village
💧 Natural Spring Waters🗻 Mount Fuji Views
🌊 Lake Kawaguchi🚤 Lake Kawaguchi Boat Tour
will be visited.
🏛️ Our first stop is the Mount Fuji Museum, where we learn about Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan.
🏡 Then we head to Oshino Hakkai Village, famous for its traditional Japanese houses, clear ponds and natural spring waters.
🍡 Here you can taste local delicacies, especially mochi, one of Japan's traditional sweets, and do some souvenir shopping.
🗻 We continue to Lake Kawaguchi, which offers breathtaking views of Mount Fuji.
🚤 On the enjoyable boat tour on the lake, weather permitting, we have the chance to see the spectacular view of Mount Fuji.
📸 After wonderful photo stops, we return to Tokyo.
🏨 Accommodation: Tokyo – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 7: 🏯 TOKYO – KAMAKURA – OUTLET – TOKYO
☕ After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we have a full day of free time.
🌸 Guests who wish may join the optional Kamakura & Outlet Tour (195 USD) organized by our guide.
🏯 KAMAKURA & OUTLET TOUR – EXTRA TOUR
✨ On our tour;
🗿 Kamakura Great Buddha Statue🏯 Kotoku-in Temple
🎋 Hokoku-ji Temple🍵 Traditional Japanese Tea Culture
🛍️ Outlet Shopping Center
will be visited.
🚌 Our first stop is Kamakura, one of the historic cities where the Shogunate rule originated in Japan.
🗿 Here we visit the colossal bronze Kamakura Great Buddha, one of Japan's most important symbols, and the Kotoku-in Temple.
🎋 We then continue to the Hokoku-ji Temple, known for its peaceful atmosphere and bamboo garden.
🍵 We have the opportunity to enjoy local sweets accompanied by traditional Japanese green tea.
🛍️ In the final part of our tour, we stop at a large outlet shopping center that operates with an open-air concept.
🎁 After free time for shopping at stores of world-famous brands, we return to Tokyo.
🏨 Accommodation: Tokyo – 3★ Hotel
🗓️ DAY 8: ✈️ TOKYO – ISTANBUL
🌅 Early in the morning we leave our hotel and transfer to the airport. Breakfast may be taken as a package depending on the hotel's facilities.
🛄 After completing our ticket, baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on the All Nippon Airways (ANA) scheduled flight.
We complete our unforgettable journey, during which we discovered Japan's historic temples, fascinating nature, modern cities and unique culture.
✈️ With our arrival at Istanbul Airport, our tour and services come to an end.
✨ Until we meet again on our next adventure!
✈️ RETURN FLIGHT INFORMATION
✈️ All Nippon Airways (ANA) – NH219
📍 Tokyo ➡️ Istanbul
📅 26 July 2027
🕣 Departure: 08:30
Transfer from Istanbul Airport to Çorlu Included!
What's Included
✈️ All Nippon Airways (ANA) scheduled flights with economy class round-trip tickets between Istanbul – Tokyo – Osaka / Tokyo – Istanbul and baggage allowance
🛫 Airport taxes
🏨 3 nights room and breakfast accommodation in a 3★ hotel in Tokyo
🏨 3 nights room and breakfast accommodation in a 3★ hotel in Osaka
🏯 Osaka City Tour
🏙️ Tokyo City Tour
🚄 Transfer from Osaka to Tokyo by the Shinkansen Bullet Train
🚌 Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers
👨🏫 Professional Turkish-speaking guide service from Istanbul
🌏 Local guide service provided by the destination region
🛡️ TÜRSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
🏥 Travel and health insurance
📌 An insurance surcharge applies for guests over 65 years of age.
Not Included
🛂 Exit tax abroad, visa fees and other personal or official processing fees
🛍️ All personal expenses and hotel extras
📌 All services not explicitly stated in the program and included services
🎟️ Optional (extra) tours and activities
🍽️ Lunch and dinner
🥤 Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages consumed during meals
✈️ Domestic connecting flights and domestic transportation expenses
💶 Driver tips and gratuities
General Information
Visa
Ordinary Passport Japan – No Visa Required
Green Passport Japan – No Visa Required
Service Passport Japan – No Visa Required
You must have a passport valid for 6 months from the end date of your trip and not older than 10 years.For destinations requiring a visa, the visa application must be made with the documents listed in the "Documents Required for Visa" list that your agency will send you.Due to torn, worn, wet and/or similarly damaged passports, to avoid any problems with customs police at the border gate of the country to be visited, the said passports must be renewed, and if the country applies visas to Turkish citizens, the relevant visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility lies with the passenger. Since our guests under the age of 18 traveling alone or with only one parent may be asked by the police officer at the country's entry and exit points to show a document bearing the joint consent of both parents, we recommend that guests under 18 and their parents pay attention to this matter.
Health
Those who take regular medication are advised to bring more medication than needed, as not every type of medicine may be available in the country. In addition, if you have a serious health condition (heart, blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), it will be helpful to carry a document signed by your doctor. We also recommend that you do not drink tap water and that you drink sealed bottled water that you open yourself.
Flight Durations
Istanbul Tokyo 17 h 10 min
Tokyo Istanbul 07 h 40 min
Extra Tours & Activities
Extra tours and activities are organized by the local agency we work with, subject to a minimum participation requirement of 20 people, and participation is not mandatory. If the required number of participants cannot be reached, trips may not take place, or the prices, content, and vehicles for extra tours/activities may change depending on the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of extra tours/activities may be changed by the guide depending on whether the museums, archaeological sites, or venues to be visited are open or closed and on weather conditions.
Accommodation
During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the stated kilometers.
Child discounts apply to one (1) child staying with 2 adults and falling within the age group specified in the pricing section.
Breakfasts included in the tour program at the hotel are served in line with the breakfast culture of the country being visited, generally as a continental breakfast consisting of a limited menu of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and for groups may be served in a separate room allocated to the group.
Currency
The currency of Japan is the Yen (JPY). For this trip, we recommend bringing USD with you along with small denominations.
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.
Clothing and Necessary Items
We recommend bringing T-shirts, short and long-sleeved shirts, cotton trousers, comfortable walking shoes, and a light jacket or cardigan that you can easily put on and take off. We advise choosing non-synthetic, cotton clothing. You may also bring a raincoat and umbrella in case of rain. Additionally, you may bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs against possible noise, a camera, a video camera and their chargers, and spare memory cards.
Important Notes
Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for destinations/passports requiring a visa) does not guarantee entry into the country. The passport police have the authority to deny you entry. Papua Tour is not responsible for this situation; responsibility lies with the passenger. Papua is an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol. Scheduled and charter flights may be subject to delay risks, or times may change before the existing trip and flight. Papua is obligated to notify of these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport tax and airport service fees.The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours of at most 2-3 hours organized to give a general introduction to the cities, conducted panoramically from within the vehicle with guide commentary, and do not include entry to museums or archaeological sites. Papua Tour is not responsible if panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, cannot be carried out because local authorities do not permit visiting or entering on the day and time of the tour, if roads are closed due to any event, or if the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted on foot or by public transport where possible at closed roads or points where vehicle access is not permitted.