10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package

Enjoy 10 days of guided tours and incredible experiences on our 10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package. Start in Tokyo’s busy streets, exploring the top highlights, from Senso-ji Temple to Shibuya. Then, head to Mount Fuji’s lakes and famous peak before tasting the street food at Tsukiji’s outer market. Travel onward by bullet train to Kyoto, where Gion’s geishas, the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, and the Golden Pavilion await. In Nara, meet free-roaming deer and visit the Giant Buddha of Todai-ji Temple. A short flight takes you to Seoul, South Korea, where royal palaces, hidden villages, and night markets bring the city to life through food and tradition. Your last stop will be a guided visit to the DMZ to get a better understanding of Korea’s complex but fascinating history.

Traveling to East Asia for the first time? Our 10-day journey has got you covered! Join expert guides for our 10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package, a treat for the senses. This multi-country trip includes expert local guides, carefully planned itineraries, and hotel stays throughout Tokyo, Kyoto, and Seoul. It also includes bullet train travel in Japan, an international flight to Korea at no extra cost, and coordinated transfers.

We also offer a 10-day package starting in Korea and continuing through Japan, including a complimentary flight to Tokyo, with the same guided experiences, cultural highlights, and seamless travel throughout both countries.

10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package Highlights

Walk Tokyo’s major landmarks from Imperial Palace gardens to Shibuya Crossing
Take in Mount Fuji views from lakes, pagodas, and mountain viewpoints
Explore the Tsukiji outer market with guided tastings and local food stops
Ride the bullet train to Kyoto with hotel stays included
Stroll Gion, Yasaka Shrine, and traditional Kyoto tea house streets
Visit Nara’s Todai-ji Temple and meet deer in Nara Park
Fly to Seoul for free and explore the metropolis’ highlights
Explore the DMZ with expert commentary and peek at North Korea in the distance

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10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Tokyo

Optional airport transfer
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 2 - Tokyo

Begin your walking tour near Tokyo Station and head to the beautiful gardens of the Imperial Palace
Enjoy views from the stunning Nijubashi Bridge
Head to the Asakusa neighborhood
Visit the famous Senso-ji Temple
Pass through Nakamise-dori street
Free time for lunch
Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine - the most famous Shinto shrine
Check out the colorful and vibrant Harajuku district
In the commercial ward of Shibuya, see the famous Shibuya Crossing
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 3 - Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi

Enjoy scenic views of Lake Kawaguchi & Mount Fuji
Visit Arakurayama, home to the famous Chureito Pagoda and Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
In Fujiyoshida, enjoy free time for lunch and shop for souvenirs in traditional shops
Discover Oshino Hakkai’s crystal-clear ponds and thatched houses
Head up to the 5th Station for panoramic views (weather conditions may affect the visibility of the mountain)
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 4 - Tsukiji Fish Market

Visit the Tsukiji Hongwan-ji Temple to observe the purification ritual
Start your food tour by exploring the Tsukiji Outer Market
Stop at different vendors and sample an array of foods
Enjoy several tastings of traditional foods, like seafood and savory meat
End at the Namiyoke Shrine, a guardian site for Tsukiji’s merchants
Overnight in Tokyo

Day 5 - Transfer to Kyoto & Evening Tour

Head to Kyoto by bullet train
Wander the famous Pontocho Alley
See the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni and learn how she popularized kabuki
Enter Gion - the geisha district
Admire the architecture, culture, and traditional tea houses
Discover the Yasaka Shrine
Stroll down Hanamikoji Street
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 6 - Kyoto & Nara

Stroll through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Explore the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple)
Head to Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through the many red torii gates
Free time for lunch
Arrive in Nara
Visit Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha
Free time in Nara Park: meet the friendly Sika deer
Overnight in Kyoto

Day 7 - Flight to Seoul

Shared transfer to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Flight to Seoul (included)
Private transfer to your hotel in Seoul Seoul
Overnight in Seoul

Day 8 - Seoul & Evening Food Tour

Visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace
Watch the Changing of the Guard
Wander the winding alleys of a traditional village
Later, head to one of Seoul’s busiest food markets
Sample authentic Korean bites with an expert foodie
Interact with local vendors and soak up the lively market culture
Overnight in Seoul

Day 9 - DMZ Border Tour

Head to Imjingak Park, the gateway to the DMZ
Visit the Bridge of Freedom
Step into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel with a helmet and guided commentary
Head up to Dora Observatory overlooking the North Korean border
Visit Unification Village, a farming community symbolizing peace and coexistence
Return to Seoul
Overnight in Seoul

Day 10 - Departure

Optional airport transfer to Incheon Airport (ICN)

NB - all timings on 10 Day Japan & South Korea Tour Package are approximate

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important information

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Hand-picked expert tour guide

Bullet Train (Shinkansen): Tokyo-Kyoto

Airport transfers: Seoul (private) & Tokyo (shared) on day 7

Flight: Tokyo-Seoul

Tokyo Metro pass during the Tokyo Day Tour

Entrance fees: Gyeongbokgung Palace Seoul, DMZ

Meals & tastings: Food tastings during the Seoul Food Tour, 4-5 traditional food tastings at the Tsukiji Fish Market

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Entrance fees Kyoto & Nara (approx. 1300 JPY per person)

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Essential Information

Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who optimizes Tourist Japan's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour

Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process

The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience

During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package

During the booking process, it's possible to add private airport transfers in Seoul

During the booking process, it's possible to add airport transfers in Japan. Arrival & departure transportation include the Narita Express, Metro Pass, Kansai Airport Bus, or the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t, which are the most convenient options to reach centralized locations in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. From there you can reach your hotel easily. For a small fee, you can upgrade to a private airport transfer with hotel pickup/drop off. Please contact us for more information

Please note the airfare includes one piece of luggage (20 kg) per person

Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package

Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points

DMZ: The tour may be canceled at any time due to military, government, or weather regulations. In case of cancellation, the itinerary will be replaced with visits to sites such as Imjingak, Art Space BEAT 131, Odusan Unification Observatory, War Memorial of Korea, City Hall, or Myeongdong

Tsukiji Market: Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate vegan or vegetarian dietary restrictions. While we will do our best to cater to other dietary needs (such as gluten-free and pescatarian), we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met. Food tastings may slightly vary based on availability

Mount Fuji Tour: While we aim to visit all scheduled locations, some sites are subject to availability due to weather, heavy traffic during the peak season, or other factors. In such cases, we will visit alternative sites, or some visits may be cancelled on the spot. Due to heavy traffic during the Japanese holiday season, weekends, or peak season, the return time may be delayed

Cancellation Policy

Please note: Flight tickets are non-refundable from the time of booking.
All remaining tours fall under our standard company cancellation policy, allowing cancellation up to four weeks before the package start date with a 95% refund, less a 5% handling fee.