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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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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

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

    Tokyo

    Tokyo
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa )

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour through Shibuya with local expert
    • Visit Shibuya Crossing
    • Explore Miyashita Park
    • Visit Myth of Tomorrow Mural at Shibuya Station
    • Walk through Nonbei Yokocho alleyway
    • Explore Shibuya Center Gai shopping and entertainment area
    • Discover Maruyamacho's alternative music and club scene
    • Visit Hachiko Statue

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at Shibuya Center Gai trendy boutiques
    • Dine at local restaurants and bars in Nonbei Yokocho
    • Explore nightlife spots (tips provided by guide)
    Landmarks
    Shibuya Crossing
    Miyashita Park
    Nonbei Yokocho
    Hachiko Statue
    Myth of Tomorrow Mural
    Shibuya Center Gai
    Maruyamacho
  4. Day 3

    Tokyo to Mt. Fuji area

    Tokyo to Mt. Fuji area
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (The Kanzashi Tokyo Asakusa )

    Included Activities

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

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at Mt. Fuji, Kawaguchiko, or Gotemba area (not included)
    Landmarks
    Mt. Fuji
    Lake Kawaguchiko
    Oishi Park
    Arakurayama Sengen Shrine
    Mt. Fuji 5th Station
    Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba
    Oshino Hakkai
  5. Day 4

    Tokyo to Kyoto

    Tokyo to Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Noku Kyoto)

    Included Activities

    • Shinkansen bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through traditional wooden machiya houses and lantern-lit alleys
  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) including entrance fee
    • Explore Muromachi-era gardens and architecture at Kinkaku-ji
    • Free time in Arashiyama to visit Bamboo Grove and Togetsukyo Bridge
    • Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha and walk through Senbon Torii (Thousands of Torii Gates)
    • Free time in Nara Park to explore Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji, Kasuga Shrine, and National Museum
    • See and feed over 1,300 roaming deer in Nara Park

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at local stores in Arashiyama
    • Visit Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha) - entrance fee not included
    • Visit Kofuku-ji - entrance fee not included
    • Visit Kasuga Shrine - entrance fee not included
    • Visit National Museum - entrance fee not included
    Landmarks
    Kinkaku-ji Temple
    Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    Togetsukyo Bridge
    Fushimi Inari Taisha
    Senbon Torii
    Nara Park
    Todai-ji Temple
    Kofuku-ji
    Kasuga Shrine
  7. Day 6

    Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Noku Kyoto)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through historic lanes of Higashiyama district
    • Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple with sweeping city views
    • Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha with vermilion gates
    • Visit Ryoan-ji Temple and rock gardens
    • Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
    • Explore Nishijin Textile Center for 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
  8. Day 7

    Kyoto to Osaka

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

    Included Activities

    • Shinkansen bullet train from Kyoto to Osaka

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dotonbori district with neon lights
    • Shop in Shinsaibashi area
    • Sample takoyaki (octopus balls)
    • Sample okonomiyaki (savory pancakes)
    • Explore izakaya bars for local nightlife
    Landmarks
    Dotonbori
    Shinsaibashi
  9. Day 8

    Osaka to Seoul

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

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Osaka to Seoul

    Optional Activities

    • Explore nearby streets
    • Sample authentic Korean street food
  10. Day 9

    Seoul to Suwon area

    Seoul to Suwon area
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Gracery Seoul )

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour with English-speaking guide
    • Visit Starfield Library in Suwon
    • Tour Hwaseong Fortress including military facilities and cardinal gates
    • Visit Gwangmyeong Cave with themed attractions

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting at Wine Cave within Gwangmyeong Cave
    • Explore Cave Aqua World
    • Visit Gold Falls
    • Walk Gold Road
    • Visit Gold Palace
    • Experience Horror Experience
    • Explore Cave Basement World
    • Visit Underground Lake
    • See the nation's largest dragon sculpture
    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 for antique shops and craft boutiques
    • Visit Myeongdong for fashion and beauty shopping
    • Explore Gangnam's trendy districts
    • Dine at Korean BBQ restaurants
    • Sample vibrant street food
    • Visit trendy cafés
    • Head to N Seoul Tower for panoramic city views
    • Hike up Namsan Mountain for scenic escape
    Landmarks
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    Insadong
    Myeongdong
    Gangnam
    N Seoul Tower
    Namsan Mountain
  12. Day 11

    Seoul

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

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer to airport at scheduled time

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely breakfast
    • Final stroll through Seoul streets
    • Relax in a cozy café

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  • Clara4.0•September 2026
    Good value for money. Hotels were in good locations. Good selection of included activities. The agent was very...
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    Thank you so much Clara for wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found the trip to be good value for money and enjoyed the convenient hotel locations and selection of included activities. It’s also great to know that our responsiveness and support made a positive difference to your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you plan another memorable trip in the future! Warm regards, Vio Travel
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    Svetlana3.0•July 2026
    Overall, I’m satisfied with the support from Vio Travel— the team was responsive and helpful throughout the trip....
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    Reply from: Vio Travel
    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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