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Ancient Kingdoms of Japan and South Korea

Ancient Kingdoms of Japan and South Korea

Ancient Kingdoms of Japan and South Korea

$25,095 *pp
Tours, couples and luxury
21 days
Japan, Sout ... More
Asia
 

Discover the fascinating history and traditions of Japan and South Korea in luxury on a journey from Seoul to Osaka.

Take part in a tea ceremony, learn how to make traditional meals and ornaments and share dinner with a maiko or geisha. In South Korea's vibrant capital, Seoul, head to Gyeongbokgung Palace and witness the lively changing of the guard ceremony. Visit the fascinating Korean Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) on the border with North Korea, see Buddhist temples and sculptures in Gyeongju and embark on a private, scenic sunset yacht cruise from Haeundae Beach. Begin your journey through Japan in dazzling Tokyo. After a visit to the historic Shinto shrine, embark on a cruise on the picturesque Lake Ashi. Admire the ornamental floats of the Takayama Festival, explore World Heritage-listed village of Shirakawa-go and climb aboard a rickshaw in Kyoto. 

Departs 25 October 2026
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Seoul
  • Demilitarised Zone
  • Yongin
  • Jeonju
  • Gayasan National Park
  • Gyeongju
  • Ulsan
  • Busan
  • Tokyo
  • Hakone
  • Matsumoto
  • Takayama
  • Shirakawa-go
  • Kanazawa
  • Tsuruga
  • Kyoto
  • Nara
  • Osaka
INCLUDES
  • 20 nights of luxury accommodation
  • Locally inspired dining – a total of 42 meals
  • Experiences in 17 destinations
  • Freedom of Choice inclusions in four locations
  • Services of an APT Tour Director
  • Return airport transfers, most porterage and gratuities
  • Private air-conditioned coach
  • KTX express train/bullet train between three destinations
  • International flight from Seoul to Tokyo
*Conditions apply. Ref no: 60740
*Conditions apply: Prices are per person twin share in AUD unless otherwise specified. Prices are correct as at 15 May 25 & subject to change without notice, availability at time of booking, currency fluctuations & changes to taxes/surcharges. Advertised price includes a $1,700 discount per person. This offer is valid on select trips & departure dates until 30 Nov 25 or until sold out (whichever is earlier). The amounts saved will vary whether the booking is per couple or per person. Any available credit is not transferrable or redeemable for cash. To obtain this offer, a non-refundable deposit per person is due within 7 days of booking and final payment will be due 100 days prior to the tour's departure date. If any of these payment dates are not complied with, then the offer may be revoked. APT's standard terms and conditions apply, see www.aptouring.com/en-au/terms-and-conditions. Further terms & conditions including professional service fees apply.

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