Another Japan Tour

Meeting with our guide at Istanbul Airport 4 hours before the flight and check-in procedures. Departure for Osaka at 02:00 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 86. Arrival in Osaka at 18:55 local time and transfer to our hotel.

After breakfast, we depart for the Nara & Todaiji Temple & Dotonbori tour. Today we set off for Nara, one of Japan's first capitals. We visit Todaiji Temple, which has become the symbol of the city and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The giant bronze Great Buddha statue known as the "Cosmic Buddha" located inside the temple is considered one of the most impressive religious structures of Japanese culture. Afterwards, we spend a pleasant time with the friendly deer wandering freely in Nara Park. Continuing our trip, we move to the Dotonbori region to discover the energetic atmosphere of Osaka. We experience the modern face of Osaka accompanied by canals surrounded by neon lights, giant screens, bustling streets, and the vibrant atmosphere of Japanese pop culture. While walking along the region, we find the opportunity to discover the street flavors of Japanese cuisine, go shopping, and feel the dynamic atmosphere of the city. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Osaka and overnight stay.

After breakfast, we depart for the Kyoto and Geisha District Experience tour. We begin our trip in Kyoto with Nijo Castle, one of the most important structures of the Japanese feudal period and on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Used for a period as the official residence of the Tokugawa Shogunate, this impressive structure draws attention with its traditional Japanese architecture, elegant gardens, and famous "nightingale floors" designed for security purposes. Afterwards, we visit the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji Temple), which has become one of the symbols of Kyoto. The temple, which is considered one of the most elegant examples of Japanese aesthetic understanding with its fascinating structure covered with gold leaf and its reflection on the pond, is among the most photographed spots in Kyoto. Continuing our trip, we move to the Gion Geisha District, one of the regions that best reflects the traditional atmosphere of Kyoto. During our walk among cobbled narrow streets, wooden tea houses, and historical structures, we feel the centuries-old cultural heritage of Kyoto. Our lucky visitors may catch the opportunity to see the elegant Geisha or Maiko, who have become the symbol of the region, in their traditional attire. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Osaka and overnight stay.

After morning breakfast, we depart for Kanazawa, one of the cities that best reflects the traditional culture and elegance of Japan. Our visiting point in the city is the famous Kenrokuen Garden, which is considered "one of the three most beautiful landscape gardens of Japan". Kenrokuen, which is believed to bring together the "six characteristics that a perfect garden must have"; is considered the pinnacle of Japanese garden art with its spaciousness, peace, traditionalism, aesthetic harmony, water elements, and panoramic views. We experience a timeless atmosphere among walking paths taking on different color tones according to the season, calm ponds, stone bridges, and meticulously shaped pine trees. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Kanazawa and overnight stay.

After morning breakfast, we begin our exploration of the Nagamachi Samurai District, one of the most special regions reflecting the historical atmosphere of Kanazawa. In this historical district where important samurai families of the city once lived; we take a journey back in time among narrow stone streets, mansions surrounded by traditional walls, and structures bearing traces of the Edo period. During our visit to the Nomura Samurai House, one of the most striking structures of the region, we find the opportunity to get to know the samurai living culture closely. In the mansion, which draws attention with its traditional Japanese architecture; samurai armors and historical artifacts belonging to the family are worth seeing. Continuing our trip, we head towards Shirakawago Village, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List accompanied by the fascinating nature of the Japanese Alps. Famous especially for its traditional houses with steep roofs resembling praying hands, called "gassho-zukuri", this historical village offers one of the most impressive rural atmospheres of Japan. During our walk in the village, we closely feel traditional Japanese village life. We discover centuries-old traditional houses, details belonging to village life, and the cultural heritage of the region. At the end of the day, we move to the Matsumoto region accompanied by the impressive nature views of the Japanese Alps. Transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.

After breakfast, we first view Matsumoto Castle, one of the most impressive historical structures of Japan, panoramically and give a short photo break. Also known as the "Crow Castle" due to its black exterior, this impressive structure is considered one of Japan's best-preserved samurai castles. We head towards Tokyo accompanied by the impressive views of the Japanese Alps. After our arrival in the city, we explore the Shibuya Crossing region, which has become the symbol of Tokyo with its giant screens, neon lights, and energetic atmosphere. In this impressive region, which is considered one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world, we find the opportunity to closely experience Tokyo's modern city life. We see the famous Hachiko Statue, which is one of the most iconic points of the region and has won the affection of the Japanese people with its loyalty, and give a photo break. In the free time we will give in the region, wishing guests can explore shopping malls, shops unique to Japan, and boutiques of world-famous brands. In addition, we find the opportunity to spend a pleasant time in Shibuya's modern restaurants, ramen bars, sushi restaurants, and venues offering Japanese street food. After free time, we transfer to our hotel and stay overnight.

After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for our Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi Boat Cruise & Oshino Hakkai & Gotemba Premium Outlet Tour. In the morning hours, we leave Tokyo and head towards the foothills of Mount Fuji, which has become the symbol of Japan. Along the way, we find the opportunity to watch the impressive nature views of the Japanese countryside. Our first stop is Lake Kawaguchi, which is considered one of the best reflection points of Mount Fuji. During the pleasant boat cruise we will make here, we watch the fascinating silhouette of Mount Fuji from different angles in the calm waters of the lake. Afterwards, we realize our visit to Oshino Hakkai Village, which has managed to preserve the traditional Japanese village atmosphere. Fed by the natural spring waters of Mount Fuji, with its clear ponds, traditional wooden houses, and peaceful atmosphere, this region is considered one of the most impressive rural views of Japan. Continuing our trip, we move to Gotemba Premium Outlet, one of Japan's most popular shopping centers. We find the opportunity to shop in the stores of world-famous brands accompanied by the Mount Fuji view and benefit from advantageous shopping opportunities with discount coupons special to our guests. After our tour, return to our hotel in Tokyo and rest.

After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for a full-day Tokyo tour. Our first stop is Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most traditional districts. Here, we visit the Sensoji Temple, considered one of the city's oldest and most important temples. We take a walk along the famous Nakamise Shopping Street, located at the entrance of the temple and renowned for its colorful shops. Here, we both get a close-up look at Japanese culture and spend enjoyable time shopping for souvenirs. Continuing our tour, we head to Ginza, one of Tokyo's most prestigious shopping districts. We are given free time accompanied by luxury stores, chic cafes, and a modern city atmosphere. Here, we also have the opportunity to visit and shop at the UNIQLO Flagship Store, one of Japan's largest department stores. In the late afternoon, transfer to the airport. Following baggage and passport control procedures, we depart for Istanbul with flight TK301 at 22:25.

Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 05:40 and end of our tour.