Osaka to Seoul
Osaka to Seoul
$7610
Osaka to Seoul
22 Days Starting in Osaka, Japan and ending in Seoul, South Korea
Visiting: Osaka, Kyoto, Mount Fuji, Nagano, Tokyo, Yokohama, Shimizu, Kochi, Hiroshima, Japan, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Fukuoka, Busan, South Korea, Seoul
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2575
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Osaka to Seoul, blending the vibrant cultures of Japan and South Korea. Begin your adventure in Osaka, where you'll be greeted by an English-speaking guide and transferred to Kyoto to immerse yourself in local culture. Experience the breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, relax in traditional onsen baths, and explore the bustling streets of Tokyo. Board the Celebrity Millennium cruise, visiting iconic Japanese cities like Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and Fukuoka, each offering unique historical and cultural experiences. Sail to South Korea, where the dynamic city of Busan awaits with its stunning landscapes. Conclude your journey in Seoul, exploring its rich history and modern marvels, including Gyeongbok Palace and the N Seoul Tower. This tour promises a perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and cultural immersion, leaving you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2 Fly To Osaka
Location: Osaka
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly overnight to the vibrant city of Osaka. On arrival at the airport, you will be met by an English-speaking guide and transferred to the hotel in Kyoto. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3 - 4 : Days 3-4: Explore Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Japan's capital for over 1,000 years, Kyoto is a treasure trove of history and timeless culture. Your explorations will include Kyoto's landmark sights - beautiful Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion), the Zen Garden of Ryoanji, the pathways of vermilion red torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine and the Gion district, an area famous for its geisha. Between explorations, enjoy a kaiseki dinner and sukiyaki lunch.
Day 5: View Mount Fuji
Location: Mount Fuji
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Board a bullet train and be whisked off to Mount Fuji. Pause at Oishi Park for incredible views (weather dependent) before a mini cruise on the picturesque Lake Ashi. Fly up to the heights of Mount Komagatake by cable car for more beautiful views before heading to Nagano to relax in an onsen – hot spring baths – dine on a traditional kaiseki dinner and stay at a traditional ryokan.
Day 6: Snow Monkeys
Location: Nagano
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to Jigokudani Monkey Park, walking through the forest to reach the hot spring pool where a community of Japanese macaques, or snow monkeys, bath in the warm waters. Visit the 7th-century Zenkoji before transferring to Tokyo, Japan's capital since 1868 and one of the world's largest cities.
Day 7: Explore Tokyo
Location: Tokyo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tokyo may seem a thoroughly modern cityscape at first glance but look beyond the soaring towers and neon signs and you’ll find deeply rooted tradition and peaceful pockets of the past. Start at vibrant Sensoji, the city's oldest temple before ascending the Tokyo Sky Tree for magical views. Enjoy a sushi making masterclass before dining on your creations for lunch. Make a photo stop at the world-famous Shibuya Crossing then explore Meiji Jingu Shrine.
Day 8: Board The Celebrity Millennium
Location: Yokohama
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast you will be met by an English-speaking guide and transferred to Yokohama cruise terminal to board your cruise. The rest of the day is free to explore the ship's facilities and settle in. Throughout your cruise, when your ship comes into port, there will be a range of excursions available to help you explore each destination. These excursions are at your own expense and are bookable on your cruise reservation.
Day 9: Cruise – Explore Shimizu
Location: Shimizu
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Port in Shimizu, a city of medieval castle ruins, ancient pine groves and traditional gardens. Here, you are ideally located for viewing Mount Fuji (weather dependant) and a series of fascinating cultural sights.
Day 10: Cruise – Explore Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Port in Kyoto, Japan's cultural heart.
Day 11: Cruise - Kyoto
Location: Kyoto
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend today at port in Kyoto, enjoying what your cruise ship has to offer.
Day 12: Cruise – Explore Kochi
Location: Kochi
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Port at Kochi. A surfer hang out with a UNESCO Global Geopark coastline, plentiful great outdoors and bags of rustic charm, Kochi is a wonderful place to while away a day.
Day 13: Cruise – Explore Hiroshima
Location: Hiroshima
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive at Hiroshima. Best known as the first city in the world to feel the power of the atomic bomb in 1945, Hiroshima has emerged from the ashes as a cosmopolitan and peaceful place. Visit the tranquil Peace Park to learn about and reflect on the past.
Day 14: Cruise – At Sea
Location: Japan
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax and enjoy everything that your cruise ship has to offer as you sail along Japan's coastline.
Day 15: Cruise - Explore Kagoshima
Location: Kagoshima
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive at Kagoshima, a city at the southern tip of the island of Kyushu. Watched over by the active Sakurajima volcano and rich in history and delicious food, and surrounded by glorious nature, there is plenty to discover here.
Day 16: Cruise - Explore Nagasaki
Location: Nagasaki
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Port at Nagasaki. Like Hiroshima, Nagasaki is best known for the events of the 9th of August 1945 but there is so much more to it. Backed by rolling hills and forested islands, with unspoilt beaches, European-style architecture, and ancient roots, it is a delight to explore.
Day 17: Cruise – Explore Fukuoka
Location: Fukuoka
Accommodation Name: Celebrity Millennium
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Port at Fukuoka, the alluring, and largest city, on Kyushu Island. The gateway to a mountainous interior that offers excellent hiking, and really, really good ramen to sample, the city itself has plenty of historic and cultural attractions to enjoy.
Day 18: Cruise – Explore Busan
Location: Busan
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Japan and arrive in South Korea, porting at the bustling city of Busan. Boasting mountains, beaches, and hot springs, this is a city full of small-town charm.
Day 19: Cruise – At Sea
Location: South Korea
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax and enjoy everything that your cruise ship has to offer as you sail up South Korea's coastline.
Day 20: Arrive In Seoul
Location: Seoul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive at Seoul's cruise port and disembark the Celebrity Millenium. You will be met by an English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel, where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 21: Explore Seoul
Location: Seoul
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day exploring the sights and sounds of Seoul, South Korea's capital. A city that contrasts a high-tech, cutting-edge frontage with a deeply traditional, even spiritual vibe, you'll get swept up in its wonders as you visit Gyeongbok Palace, the UNESCO-listed Jongmyo Royal Shrine and the N Seoul Tower
Day 22: Fly Seoul To Uk
Location: Seoul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or the following day.
What's Included
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English-speaking guide
You will be met by an English-speaking guide upon arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
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Transfers
Transfers from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the cruise terminal are included.
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Meals
Meals are provided throughout the tour, including traditional kaiseki dinner and sushi making masterclass.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in Kyoto, Nagano, and on the cruise ship.
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Cruise
A cruise on the Celebrity Millennium is included, with various ports of call in Japan and South Korea.
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Excursions
Excursions to various cultural and historical sites are included, such as Mount Fuji, Zenkoji, and Gyeongbok Palace.
What's Not Included
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Optional excursions
Optional excursions available during the cruise are at your own expense and are bookable on your cruise reservation.
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Flights
International flights to and from the UK are not included in the tour package.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes an overnight flight to Osaka, transfers to the hotel in Kyoto, and a cruise on the Celebrity Millennium with various excursions available at each port.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour information.
Experiences
Learn to make Sushi
Discover the history and etiquette of making and appreciating sushi with a hands-on lesson before sitting down with your instructing chef to enjoy Japan’s most famous cuisine. It’s the taking part that counts!
View Mount Fuji
Oishi Park, on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, boasts one of the most spectacular views of Mount Fuji that you'll find anywhere in the area. What makes it extra special are the park's flower gardens, with different blooms in different colours, depending on the season. If you are really lucky and the skies are clear and the lake's waters still, you might get a Fuji reflection!
Bathe in an Onsen
There are around 25,000 hot spring sources across Japan, so it's no surprise that onsens are such a huge part of Japanese culture. Bathing in the geothermal waters, lauded for their medicinal qualities, is used for relaxation, healing and both literal and metaphorical cleansing. What better way to unwind after a day of exploring than making like a local and soaking.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will fly overnight to Osaka. Upon arrival, an English-speaking guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Kyoto. Depending on your arrival time, you will have the rest of the day to start exploring the local culture.
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What activities are included on Day 5 of the tour?
On Day 5, you will board a bullet train to Mount Fuji, enjoy views from Oishi Park, take a mini cruise on Lake Ashi, and ride a cable car up Mount Komagatake. The day ends with relaxation in an onsen, a traditional kaiseki dinner, and a stay at a ryokan in Nagano.
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What will I experience at Jigokudani Monkey Park?
At Jigokudani Monkey Park, you will walk through the forest to reach a hot spring pool where you can observe Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys, bathing in the warm waters.
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What cultural experiences are included in Tokyo?
In Tokyo, you will visit Sensoji, the city's oldest temple, ascend the Tokyo Sky Tree for views, participate in a sushi-making masterclass, and explore Meiji Jingu Shrine. You will also make a photo stop at the famous Shibuya Crossing.
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What can I do during the cruise portion of the tour?
During the cruise, you will have the opportunity to explore various ports such as Shimizu, Kyoto, Kochi, Hiroshima, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Fukuoka, and Busan. Each port offers unique cultural and historical experiences. Additionally, you can enjoy the facilities and activities available on the cruise ship.
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What are the highlights of the visit to Hiroshima?
In Hiroshima, you will visit the Peace Park, a tranquil area dedicated to reflecting on the past and learning about the city's history as the first to experience an atomic bomb.
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What will I see and do in Seoul?
In Seoul, you will explore the city's blend of modern and traditional elements, visiting Gyeongbok Palace, the UNESCO-listed Jongmyo Royal Shrine, and the N Seoul Tower.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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Wendy Wu requires a minimum deposit of 350 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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