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South Korea, From Seoul to Osaka

South Korea and Japan in a single trip

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Deal negotiated for you

  • 15-day & 14-night private tour in the accommodation mentioned (or similar)
  • Breakfasts
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Seoul - Busan train ticket
  • The flight from Busan to Tokyo
  • The Tokyo–Kyoto train ticket
  • The airport transfer from Seoul Incheon (ICN) to downtown Seoul by limousine bus
  • The airport transfer from Tokyo to central Tokyo by limousine bus
  • Train transfer downtown Osaka - KIX Airport included with JR Kansai Hiroshima Pass
  • T-Money card pre-loaded with 30,000 KRW (South Korean Won) for your public transport journeys
  • The 5-day Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass (valid from day 11)
  • Unlimited Pocket Wifi (1 per booking)
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South Korea and Japan in a single trip

Embark on an extraordinary 14-night voyage from South Korea to Japan, where you will experience a blend of vibrant modernity, ancient traditions, and iconic East Asian landscapes.

Your adventure begins in Seoul, a dynamic capital city where royal palaces, serene temples and futuristic neighbourhoods coexist in harmony, creating an intriguing contrast between the past and the present. Next, head to Busan, a renowned maritime city whose authenticity and coastal landscapes charm visitors.

Next, fly to Japan and arrive in Tokyo, an electrifying megalopolis that embodies the energy and creativity of Japan. Next, your itinerary will take you to Kyoto, the former imperial capital and cultural heart of the country, where you can immerse yourself in traditional Japan. Next, travel to Hiroshima, where emotion and history converge to convey a universal message of peace. Finally, set sail for Osaka, famous forits welcoming atmosphere, exceptional cuisine and vibrant energy. This vibrant city is the perfect finale to this unforgettable journey.

Throughout the tour, you will have free days to discover each destination at your own pace.

Your day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Seoul

Days 2 and 3: Seoul

Day 4: Seoul - Busan

Day 5: Busan

Day 6: Busan - Tokyo

Days 7 and 8: Tokyo

Day 9: Tokyo - Kyoto

Day 10: Kyoto

Day 11: Kyoto - Hiroshima

Day 12: Hiroshima

Day 13: Hiroshima - Osaka

Day 14: Osaka

Day 15: Departure from Osaka for your return flight

Please note that days are unguided and at your own leisure.Any activities or visits mentioned in the programme are just suggestions and will be included in the travel journal.

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival in Seoul

Upon arrival at Seoul Airport (ICN),collect your Pocket WiFi there.

Board the limousine bus to thecity centre. Overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 2 | Exploring the South Korean capital

Have breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day in Seoul to visit whatever you wish. Stay overnight in Seoul.

Recommendation: Discover Seoul's five grand palaces – Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Deoksugung and Gyeonghuigung – which are true jewels of the Joseon dynasty and now major historical symbols of the city.

Use your T-money card, which is pre-loaded with 30,000 KRW, to get around the city more easily.

Day 3 | Another day in Seoul

Have breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day in Seoul to visit whatever you wish. Overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 4 | Off to Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city

Have breakfast at the hotel, then depart by train for Busan.

Enjoy free time and an overnight stay in Busan.

Recommendation: Take a stroll through the charming village of Gamcheon with its colourful houses perched on the hillside. This artistic neighbourhood boasts a labyrinth of narrow streets, murals, and small galleries, offering unique views of the city and the sea.

Day 5 | Busan

Have breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy a free day in Busan. Overnight stay in Busan.

Recommendation: Visit the many temples scattered throughout the city, such as the Haedong Yonggungsa and Beomeosa temples, which are true cultural gems.

Day 6 | Off to Japan: First stop in Tokyo

Have breakfast at the hotel.Take the underground to Busan Airport using your T-Money card.Returnyour Korean Pocket WiFi at the airport.

Take the flight from Busan to Tokyo, then transfer to the city centre by limousine bus.Collect your Pocket Wifi from the hotel reception to enjoy internet access throughout your trip to Japan.

Enjoy free time and an overnight stay in Tokyo.

Day 7 | Exploring the Japanese capital

Have breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day in Tokyo to visit whatever you wish. Overnight stay in Tokyo.

Recommendation: Explore the traditional neighbourhoods of Asakusa and Ueno, home to the magnificent Senso-ji Temple and Sumida Park. Continue with a stroll through Yanaka, also known as "Old Tokyo".

Day 8 | Tokyo

Have breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Tokyo. Overnight stay in Tokyo.

Recommendation: Immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of Akihabara, a paradise for fans of pop culture, video games, and manga. With its neon lights, electronics shops and themed cafés, this neighbourhood encapsulates the full spectrum of Japanese culture.

Day 9 | Next stop: the unmissable Kyoto

Have breakfast at the hotel, then depart by train for Kyoto.

Enjoy free time and an overnight stay in Kyoto.

Recommendation: The Gion district of Kyoto. As you stroll through its historic streets, lined with wooden houses and traditional lanterns, try to catch a glimpse of the maiko-san. In the evening, continue the experience with a magical walk to the Fushimi Inari Shrine, which is adorned with thousands of illuminated torii gates.

Day 10 | Another day in Kyoto

Have breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Kyoto. Overnight stay in Kyoto.

Recommendation: The Arashiyama district is a must-see in Kyoto. Take a stroll through the famous bamboo forest, explore the peaceful temples and admire the stunning scenery along the banks of the Hozu River.

Day 11 | Hiroshima’s rebirth

Have breakfast at the hotel. Activate your five-day JR Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass. Use your pass to catch the train to Hiroshima from Kyoto Station.

Enjoy free time and an overnight stay in Hiroshima.

Recommendation: Visit the Peace Memorial Park and its museum in Hiroshima for a poignant insight into the country's history.

Day 12 | Hiroshima

Have breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Hiroshima. Overnight stay in Hiroshima.

Recommendation: Discover the sacred island of Miyajima with its free-roaming deer, peaceful temples, and forest trails. Admire the famous floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine, which is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks.

Day 13 | Onwards to Osaka

Have breakfast at the hotel. Then, head to Hiroshima Station to catch the train to Osaka using your pass. Enjoy some free time, then spend the night in Osaka.

Recommendation: Explore Osaka Castle, then soak up the lively atmosphere of Dotonbori with its neon lights, street food, and vibrant nightlife.

Day 14 | Another day in Osaka

Have breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Osaka. Overnight stay in Osaka.

Recommendation: Take a day trip to Nara. Visit the Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple, stroll through the park with its free-roaming deer, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this former imperial capital. The round trip by train from Osaka's Tennoji Station can easily be done in a day.

Day 15 | Departure from Osaka for the return flight

Have breakfast at the hotel. Use your Kansai Hiroshima Pass to take the train to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) for your return flight.

Your accommodation

During your tour, you will stay for 14 nights in the accommodation listed below (or similar):

  • Seoul: 3 nights at the 3-star Venue G Seoul hotel
  • Busan: 2 nights at the 4-star GnB Hotel Busan
  • Tokyo: 3 nights at the 3-star Comfort Hotel Tokyo Higashi Nihonbashi
  • Kyoto: 2 nights at the 3-star Il Verde Kyoto hotel
  • Hiroshima: 2 nights at the 3-star Daiwa Roynet Hotel Hiroshima
  • Osaka: 2 nights at the 3-star Hotel WBF Namba Motomachi

Please note that, in the event of technical constraints or unavailability, hotels may be replaced with accommodation of a similar standard.

Your board

During your tour, breakfast will be provided from day 2 to day 15.

Please note that if you depart early on the last day, outside of the restaurant's opening hours, the hotel cannot provide breakfast and it will therefore be at your own expense.

USEFUL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Minimum occupancy: 1 person.

Maximum occupancy: 2 people.

Infants (0-2 years) not permitted.

Check-in is usually in the mid-afternoon (3pm-4pm).

For technical reasons, hotels may be replaced with similar accommodation, and the order of visits may change.

In Japan and South Korea, hotel rooms and beds are often quite small.

The accommodation included in this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Please note that some hotels offer an eco-stay package. (Bed linen and room cleaning are provided approximately every 3 days, depending on the establishment.)

Specific requests regarding the type of bed (double/separate) and other accommodation requests or special conditions are subject to availability and may incur an additional charge.

If the first and last days are shortened due to late arrival or early departure imposed by the airlines' schedules, no refund will be given.

Similarly, any included meals that cannot be taken due to these schedules will not be refunded.

As part of this offer, breakfast is included during the tour. Other meals are at your own expense.

TRANSPORTATION

his is an unguided trip. You will travel and visit places on your own during your stay.

Afterbooking, you will be required to provide a copy of your passport in order to reserve rail transport in South Korea and air transport between South Korea and Japan.

Limousine bus transfer: Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) - city centre - Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN). The limousine bus (public transport) connects the airport to the city centre. The stops closest to your accommodation will be provided in your travel booklet. Depending on the location of your hotel, the connection between the limousine bus stop and your accommodation may be on foot, by metro or by bus.

In Seoul, this service is subject to:

  • Arrival at Incheon Airport (ICN) between 5am and 9pm.
  • Departure from Incheon Airport (ICN) between 9am and 7pm

Outside these hours, transfers will be at your own expense. A supplement for a private transfer may be offered.

In case of arrival at Gimpo Airport (GMP), transfers will be at your own expense.

T-money Transport Card: The T-Money card can be used to pay for journeys on the underground, bus or taxi, as well as in certain shops. Your card will be preloaded with 30,000 KRW to cover the cost of your journeys. You can also top up your card with cash at a top-up terminal in underground stations or at a convenience store.

Seoul-Busan train: The train is the ideal way to travel around South Korea. Busan is about three hours from Seoul. Please note that train timetables will be provided in your travel booklet.

Busan-Tokyo flight: The flight between Busan and Tokyo may include a stopover. Please note that the maximum checked luggage allowance is 15 kg. One checked bag and one carry-on bag per person are included.

Limousine bus transfer from Tokyo airport to the city centre: The limousine bus (public transport) connects the airport to the city centre. The stops closest to your accommodation will be provided in your travel journal. Depending on the location of your hotel, the connection between the limousine bus stop and your accommodation may be on foot, by underground or by bus. For any postal address outside the United Kingdom, depending on availability, limousine buses may be replaced by train tickets or a shared shuttle.

Tokyo-Kyoto train: It's impossible to imagine travelling between these two cities any other way than on board a Japanese high-speed train! The Shinkansen Express provides everything you need for the short 2hr20min journey to Kyoto. Please note that train timetables will be provided in your travel booklet.

Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass: The train is one of the most convenient and fastest means of transport in Japan. With a well-developed rail network, you can easily access the country's main points of interest.Your pass is valid for five days and gives you access to all trains on the JR rail system, as well as JR buses, certain express lines (excluding express buses), and certain JR ferries.

Use your train pass to travel from your hotel to Kansai Airport (KIX).You are responsible for arranging your own transfer to Kansai Airport (KIX) using the pass included in your package.

If you are returning from Kobe Airport (UKB) or Itami Airport (ITM), you are responsible for your own transfers.

If you have an early morning flight scheduled to depart before 10am, you will need to make your own way to the airport by means other than your pass, as the train timetable does not allow you to reach the airport in time. A supplement for a private transfer may be available.

Transport included
This price includes :
  • Booking fees
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Mandatory airport taxes
  • The 15-day / 14-night private tour in the mentioned accommodations (or similar)
  • Breakfasts
  • Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to downtown Seoul limousine bus transfer
  • Seoul - Busan train ticket
  • The flight from Busan to Tokyo
  • Tokyo Airport to Tokyo City Centre transfer by limousine bus
  • The Tokyo–Kyoto train ticket
  • T-Money card pre-loaded with 30,000 KRW (South Korean Won) for your public transport journeys
  • The 5-day Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass (valid from day 11)
  • Train transfer downtown Osaka - KIX Airport included with JR Kansai Hiroshima Pass
  • Unlimited Pocket Wifi (1 per booking)
This price does not include :
  • Personal insurance (unless taken out at time of booking)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Excursions not included in the booking or purchased separately
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • Tourist tax to be paid on site
  • K-ETA (compulsory from 2026)
  • Return transfer from hotel to Kobe (UKB) or Itami (ITM) airport
  • Transfers to/from Gimpo Airport (GMP)
  • The Miyajima visitor tax is to be paid at the ferry ticket counter on site (current rate at the time of writing: 100 JPY. This amount may be revised by the local authorities).
  • Supplements for checked baggage weighing more than 15 kg on domestic flights
  • Hotel - train station - hotel transfers
  • T-money card top-ups at the destination
  • And, more generally, everything not mentioned in the "This price includes" section above

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

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