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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Start point
    Tokyo Prefecture, Japan (The hotel in Tokyo's City Center, 00:00 - 23:55)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa )

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Shibuya and Shinjuku neighborhoods
    • Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa
    • Browse high-fashion boutiques in Ginza
    • Experience the iconic Shibuya Crossing
    • Enjoy exquisite sushi at local restaurants
    Landmarks
    Senso-ji Temple
    Shibuya Crossing
    Ginza
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  3. Day 2

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa )

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Shibuya with local expert guide
    • Visit Myth of Tomorrow mural at Shibuya Station
    • Cross the famous Shibuya Crossing
    • Explore Miyashita Park rooftop
    • Discover Nonbei Yokocho traditional bar alley
    • Walk through Shibuya Center Gai shopping and entertainment district
    • Visit Maruyamacho alternative cultural area
    • Visit Hachiko Statue

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at trendy boutiques in Shibuya
    • Dine at restaurants and bars in explored areas
    • Attend live music bars or clubs in Maruyamacho
    Landmarks
    Shibuya Crossing
    Myth of Tomorrow mural
    Miyashita Park
    Nonbei Yokocho
    Shibuya Center Gai
    Maruyamacho
    Hachiko Statue
  4. Day 3

    Mt. Fuji - Kawaguchiko Lake

    Mt. Fuji - Kawaguchiko Lake
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa )

    Included Activities

    • Coach transportation with English/Chinese-speaking tour leader
    • Visit Oishi Park for Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko views
    • Explore Arakurayama Sengen Shrine and Five-Storied Pagoda
    • Stop at Mt. Fuji 5th Station for panoramic views (or Saiko Iyashi no Sato if closed)
    • Discover Oshino Hakkai traditional village with Mt. Fuji spring ponds

    Optional Activities

    • Dine at restaurants in Mt. Fuji, Kawaguchiko, or Gotemba areas during free time
    Landmarks
    Mt. Fuji
    Mt. Fuji 5th Station
    Lake Kawaguchiko
    Oishi Park
    Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
    Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba
    Oshino Hakkai
  5. Day 4

    Tokyo to Kyoto

    Tokyo to Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Noku Kyoto)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through traditional streets near the hotel
    • Explore wooden machiya houses and lantern-lit alleys
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  6. Day 5

    Kyoto - Nara

    Kyoto - Nara
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Noku Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Guided bus tour with English-speaking guide
    • Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) with Mirror Lake views
    • Explore historic Muromachi-era gardens and architecture at Kinkaku-ji
    • Free time in Arashiyama to visit Bamboo Grove and Togetsukyo Bridge
    • Walk through Fushimi Inari Taisha Senbon Torii (Thousands of Torii Gates)
    • Explore Nara Park with free time
    • Visit Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha), Kofuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, and National Museum
    • See and feed over 1,300 roaming deer in Nara Park

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at local boutiques in Arashiyama
    • Dine at restaurants in Arashiyama or Nara
    Landmarks
    Kinkaku-ji Temple
    Mirror Lake
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    Togetsukyo Bridge
    Fushimi Inari Taisha
    Senbon Torii Gates
    Nara Park
    Todai-ji Temple
    Great Buddha
    Kofuku-ji
    Kasuga Shrine
    National Museum
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  7. Day 6

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Noku Kyoto)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through Higashiyama historic lanes
    • Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple with city views
    • Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha's vermilion gates
    • Visit Ryoan-ji rock gardens
    • Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
    • Explore Nishijin Textile Center traditional crafts
    • Sample Kyoto's kaiseki cuisine
    • Discover local specialties in Nishiki Market
    Landmarks
    Higashiyama
    Kiyomizu-dera
    Fushimi Inari Taisha
    Ryoan-ji
    Kinkaku-ji
    Nishijin Textile Center
    Nishiki Market
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  8. Day 7

    Kyoto to Osaka

    Kyoto to Osaka
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Osaka Midosuji )

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dotonbori district
    • Visit Shinsaibashi shopping and entertainment area
    • Sample takoyaki (octopus balls)
    • Try okonomiyaki (savory pancakes)
    • Explore izakaya bars and nightlife
    Landmarks
    Dotonbori
    Shinsaibashi
  9. Day 8

    Osaka to Seoul

    Osaka to Seoul
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Gracery Seoul )

    Optional Activities

    • Explore nearby lively streets
    • Sample authentic Korean street food
    • Relax and prepare for upcoming activities
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  10. Day 9

    Suwon - Gwangmyeong

    Suwon - Gwangmyeong
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Gracery Seoul )

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour with English-speaking guide
    • Visit Starfield Library in Suwon
    • Explore Hwaseong Fortress with military facilities
    • Visit Hwaseong Fortress pavilion with natural views
    • Discover Gwangmyeong Cave themed park
    • Experience Wine Cave
    • Explore Cave Aqua World
    • See Gold Falls and Gold Road attractions
    • Visit Gold Palace
    • Experience Horror Experience attraction
    • Explore Cave Basement World
    • Visit Underground Lake
    • See the largest dragon sculpture in the nation
    • Enjoy LED light displays
    Landmarks
    Starfield Library
    Hwaseong Fortress
    Gwangmyeong Cave
  11. Day 10

    Seoul

    Seoul
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Gracery Seoul )

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
    • Stroll through Bukchon Hanok Village
    • Explore Insadong antique shops and tea houses
    • Shop in Myeongdong fashion and beauty district
    • Experience Gangnam K-pop culture
    • Enjoy Korean BBQ
    • Sample vibrant street food
    • Visit cozy cafés in trendy neighborhoods
    • Visit N Seoul Tower
    • Hike Namsan Mountain for scenic views
    Landmarks
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    Insadong
    Myeongdong
    Gangnam
    N Seoul Tower
    Namsan Mountain
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  12. Day 11

    Seoul

    Seoul
    End point
    Seoul, South Korea (The hotel in Seoul's city center, 00:00 - 23:55)

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy leisurely breakfast
    • Take final stroll through vibrant streets
    • Relax in a cozy café
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    Overall, I’m satisfied with the support from Vio Travel— the team was responsive and helpful throughout the trip....
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    Thank you for this thoughtful and detailed review! We're so glad our team was responsive throughout your trip, and that highlights like the Mt. Fuji excursion and Suwon Hwaseong stood out. We're taking your feedback on pacing, activity selection, and transfer timing seriously and sharing it with our regional teams to keep improving our itineraries. On value - We understand that independent travel planning can sometimes be more cost-effective. However, this itinerary has been carefully designed to provide the best overall value, with an efficient route and experiences that can be challenging for first-time travelers to arrange independently. We've also worked hard to keep the package as cost-effective as possible while ensuring a smooth, hassle-free journey. Thank you for sharing your perspective—it helps us continue improving the flexibility and value of our future packages. We're thrilled you had a wonderful trip overall, and we'd love to welcome you back! Best regards, Vio Travel Team
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