Japan'Kansai & South Korea Highlights Tour

Transfer service between Kyoto and KIX airport with private English speaking driver guide.

You will accompany with a Private English speaking guide by Private Car.

Kinkaku-ji Temple:With its gleaming gold tiers reflected in the lake below and a backdrop of forests and twisted pines, Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) is an enchanting sight.  Dating back to the 14th century, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Kyoto’s most popular attractions and among Japan’s most visited temples.

Kiyomizu-dera:Founded in 778, Kiyomizu-temple is one of Kyoto's oldest monasteries and was added to the World Heritage List in 1994. The Shimizu stage hanging in front of this hall is a precious cultural relic of Japan, surrounded by green trees. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, which is one of the famous places for appreciating cherry blossoms in Kyoto. In autumn, it becomes a holy place for appreciating maple trees.

Kimono and Tea Ceremony Experience:Kyoto Tea Ceremony in Japan is one of the best and memorable experiences you can have! Kimonos would normally be worn during traditional tea ceremonies.  Our expert tea master and host, and friendly staff will demonstrate the process during the tea ceremony while explaining the significance behind it the steps and the tools. You will get to learn about tea ceremony history, Kyoto, and tea ceremony etiquette.  During the tea ceremony, you will not only observe how to make matcha green tea but you will also be guided on the process of making your own by the tea master. You will be using high-quality matcha powder that will produce a brilliant cup of green matcha.

After a tour with a history tracing back to the 8th century, Fushimi Inari Taisha is the headquarters of the some 30,000 Inari shrines around the country. We will take you to visit down to Uji. Famous for its high quality tea, Uji was one of the first places in Japan where green tea was cultivated. Afterwards, head to Nara Park and Tōdai-ji Temple, all prized possessions in the heart of the city. Nara Park houses over 1,200 roaming deers that have become a natural treasure. 

"Kuromon Ichiba is a lively covered market which stretches for 580 meters in Osaka’s Chuo Ward. Nicknamed “Osaka’s kitchen” because both local homeowners and restaurant chefs get their supplies here, the market is famous for its fresh seafood and has recently become a popular tourist location. The construction of Osaka Castle started in 1583 on the former site of the Ishiyama Honganji Temple, which had been destroyed by Oda Nobunaga thirteen years earlier.The Osaka Museum of History aims to develop a variety of activities based on the historic and cultural heritage cultivated in this region for people in Osaka as well as for all visitors. The ultramodern Umeda Sky Building is a landmark of Osaka's Kita Ward. It sprouted up at the end of Japan's economic bubble in 1993. Head to the uniquely designed observation deck for a picture-perfect view of the expansive cityscape.

Transfer service between Osaka and KIX airport.

Transfer service between Seoul and ICN airport by private car.

Cheong Wa Dae, or Blue House, is the official residence of the President of the Republic of Korea.   It was built with traditional Korean architectural styles.   The name comes from the translation of Cheong Wa Dae which means “pavilion of blue tiles.”Gyeongbokgung Palace was the first and largest of the royal palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace was located at the heart of the newly appointed capital of Seoul (then known as Hanyang) and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty. The largest of the Five Grand Palaces (the others being Gyeonghuigung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace), Gyeongbokgung served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty.Bukchon Hanok Village is a historic village dating back almost 600 years to the Joseon Dynasty which features hanok or Korean traditional houses.  Bukchon means “northern village.”  The quaint residential village lies in a hilly neighborhood north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and between two royal palaces, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace. 

The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a region on the Korean peninsula that demarcates North Korea from South Korea.  Roughly following the 38th parallel, the 150-mile-long DMZ incorporates territory on both sides of the cease-fire line as it existed at the end of the Korean War (1950–53).  The areas north and south of the demarcation are heavily fortified, though skirmishes between the two sides are rare.Gondola ride DMZ tour gives you the perfect bird’s eye view of the Demilitarized Zone, allows you to spy on North Korea from Odu Observatory and walk across Freedom Bridge. Don’t miss this chance to learn about the world’s most dangerous border on this “only in Korea” experience!Called the Third Tunnel of Aggression, it was built by North Korea in the 1970s and discovered in 1978 by South Korea. It was the third tunnel found by the South—a total of four have been discovered—and it is rumored there may be more than a dozen more undiscovered North Korean passages.

If you’re looking for a beautiful and secluded island getaway in Korea, look no further than Wolmido Island. Wolmido is derived from the island’s form in the Korean language, which looks like a crescent moon. This hidden gem is located in Incheon and is home to some of the most stunning scenery in the country. Whether you’re interested in hiking, swimming, or simply relaxing on the beach, Wolmido Island has something for everyone.Incheon's Chinatown is on everyone’s top ten list of things to do in Incheon, and for a good reason: it’s a lot of fun.When approaching Chinatown, the first thing you’ll notice is the lovely gold and red Paifang, or traditional Chinese gateway.   Junghwamun, Seolinmun, Inhwamun, and Hanjungmun are the names of four Paifangs in Chinatown.   When you walk the streets and circle in and out, you’ll be able to see them all.Jjajangmyeon Museum Here you can learn about the history of the noodle and its manufacture—and even “the influence and value it effected on Korea.”  Sometimes tiny, highly specialized museums are the best way to learn about a culture;  they capture the details of life the culture wants to make sure are never forgotten.Located in Sinpo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, Sinpo market (3,300㎡) dates back to the late 19th century when vendors began selling fresh vegetables to the Japanese, Chinese, and Westerners who settled in the area.  Sinpo Market was officially registered as a market in 1970 and now boasts over 140 stores.An increasing number of tourists and international merchants have visited Incheon by ferries and cruise ships, turning the local market into an international shopping area over the past few decades.The most famous item of the market is Dakgangjeong, a Korean dish of crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet and spicy sauce.

Transfer service between Seoul and ICN airport by private car.