Land of the Rising Sun: "Japan" | November 21 – 30, 2026
LAND OF THE RISING SUN: "JAPAN"
TOKYO (3 NIGHTS) - KYOTO (2 NIGHTS) - NARA –OSAKA (2 NIGHTS)
ALL CITY TOURS, TEAM LABS DIGITAL ART MUSEUM, KIMONO RENTAL, TEA CEREMONY, OUTLET TOUR
ENTRANCE FEES INCLUDED
SHINKANSEN HIGH-SPEED TRAIN EXPERIENCE INCLUDED
TOKYO > Sunday, November 22, 2026
Arrival at Tokyo Narita Airport at 08:55 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, we will proceed to central Tokyo by our vehicle. Our first stop will be Asakusa Temple, also known as Senso-Ji Temple, one of Tokyo's oldest and most colorful temples, which is a Buddhist temple. Also known as Santa-jama (Temple of the Three Gods), this temple attracts significant interest from both tourists and locals. Built in 1649, it is one of the rare structures that managed to survive despite bombings in the final years of World War II. Additionally, we will have the opportunity to visit Nakamise shopping street, famous for its traditional shops and souvenir stalls. After free time provided for lunch, we will move on to Akihabara, renowned for its electronics stores, anime culture, and pop culture shops. Here, we will experience the vibrant atmosphere of the area. After our tour, we will transfer to our hotel in the evening. After check-in procedures, we will have free time. Overnight at our hotel in Tokyo.
TOKYO > Tuesday, November 24, 2026 > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, we head towards the Kisarazu area, approximately 1.5 hours from Tokyo by car. Upon arrival, we proceed to Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu, one of Japan's largest outlet centers. Here, we have free time for shopping in stores offering a wide range of products from world-renowned brands. After free time for lunch, we return to Tokyo and move to Ginza, one of the city's most exclusive shopping districts. In Ginza, known for its luxury boutiques, stylish streets, and modern atmosphere, we will have free time for shopping and exploration. Following the program, we return to our hotel in the evening with free time thereafter. Overnight stay at our hotel in Tokyo.
TOKYO - HAKONE - KYOTO > Wednesday, November 25, 2026 > (K)
After enjoying breakfast at our hotel, we will complete check-out procedures and embark on an impressive art journey at TeamLab Planets Digital Art Museum, where light, water, and sound come together in a unique harmony to present digital art experiences. Following the program, we will head towards Hakone town. After a short complimentary break for lunch, we will proceed to Lake Ashi. Afterward, we will enjoy a pleasant 30-minute boat ride on a wooden pirate ship across the lake, followed by transfer to Odawara Station. From there, we will board the Shinkansen, the world’s first high-speed train, and after a delightful 2.5-hour journey, arrive at Kyoto Station. Upon transfer from the station to our hotel, we will complete check-in and settle into our rooms. Overnight stay at our hotel in Kyoto.
Note: When departing from the hotel this morning, please bring only a small overnight bag with you. Our large suitcases left at the hotel will be transferred ahead of us to our hotel in Kyoto and will reach us the following day.
KYOTO > Thursday, November 26, 2026 > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart and head to a kimono rental shop for one of the most colorful experiences of our tour. After renting our kimonos, we experience Japan's traditional tea ceremony. Following free time for lunch, we visit Kiyomizu Temple, one of Kyoto's most iconic temples listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The temple offers numerous cherry blossom and maple trees that burst into vibrant colors in spring and autumn, as well as beautiful views of distant Kyoto city. The main hall, built without using nails alongside the stage, houses the temple's primary object of worship: a small statue of the thousand-armed, eleven-faced Kannon. After our temple visit, we will have walking time and free time along Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka streets, famous for their traditional wooden houses, souvenir shops, and historic atmosphere. Next, we will visit Gion, Kyoto's famous geisha district. During our Gion visit, we will see places where Geiko (the name given to geishas in Kyoto) and Maiko (Geiko apprentices) entertain themselves and shop, including shops, restaurants, and Ochaya (tea houses). After the program, we return to our hotel in the evening with free time. Overnight at our hotel in Kyoto.
OSAKA - NARA - OSAKA > Saturday, November 28, 2026 > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, we will head to Nara to visit Todaiji Temple, which houses the colossal Buddha statue, and Nara Deer Park, home to the freely roaming adorable deer. After free time for lunch, we will conclude our Nara visit and depart for Osaka.
Upon arrival in Osaka, we will visit Osaka Castle, one of the city's most important historical landmarks. During a walk around the castle grounds, we will photograph this impressive structure and learn about Osaka's history. Next, we will have free time at Kuromon Ichiba Market, one of Osaka's most popular markets, where we can experience Osaka cuisine with fresh seafood, street foods, and local snacks. The day ends with a return to the hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel in Osaka.
ISTANBUL > Monday, November 30, 2026 > (K)
Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 05:40 local time and the end of our tour. We say goodbye, looking forward to meeting again on our next enjoyable trip.
KYOTO to OSAKA > Friday, November 27, 2026 > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, we visit the magnificent Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion Temple), mesmerized by its gold-leaf-covered structure. We take unique photos while watching the temple's reflection in the pond. Next, we will visit Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. In this grove, which features a 500-meter walking trail, we can walk, listen to the sounds created as the wind passes through the bamboo, and feed wild monkeys. After free time for lunch, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of red torii gates. Following our visit, we head to Osaka. Upon arrival in Osaka, we move to Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi, one of the city's most lively and bustling areas. With its bright signs, shopping streets, and energetic atmosphere, this area is one of the most important spots reflecting the city's modern character. At the end of the day, we transfer back to our hotel. We complete our check-in procedures and settle into our rooms. Overnight stay at our hotel in Osaka.
OSAKA → NARA → OSAKA > November 28, 2026 Saturday > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, we will head to Nara to visit Todaiji Temple, which houses the colossal Buddha statue, and Nara Deer Park, home to freely roaming adorable deer. After free time for lunch, we will conclude our Nara visit and depart for Osaka.
Upon arrival in Osaka, we will visit Osaka Castle, one of the city's most important historical landmarks. During a walk around the castle grounds, we will have the opportunity to photograph this impressive structure and learn about Osaka's history. Next, we will have free time at Kuromon Ichiba Market, one of Osaka's most popular markets, where we can experience Osaka cuisine with fresh seafood, street food, and local snacks. The day ends with a return to the hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel in Osaka.
OSAKA to ISTANBUL > Sunday, November 29, 2026 > (K)
After breakfast at our hotel, free time for shopping in Osaka. At the time specified by our guide, we will transfer to Kansai Airport with our private vehicle. After arriving at the airport and completing baggage and passport procedures, we depart from Japan on Turkish Airlines flight TK087 at 22:50.
Q ISTANBUL > Monday, November 30, 2026 > (K)
Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 05:40 local time and the end of our tour. We say goodbye, looking forward to meeting again on our next enjoyable trip.
Flight Details
21 November 2026 Turkish Airlines TK050 IST-NRT 15:25 08:45 (+1)
29 November 2026 Turkish Airlines TK087 KIX-IST 22:50 05:40 (+1)
!!! There is one piece of luggage allowance per person to be used for the Shinkansen.
About the Country
Japan is an archipelago nation consisting of 6,852 islands in East Asia. The country extends from the Sea of Japan eastward to China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south. The kanji characters that make up the Japanese name mean "sun" and "origin". Therefore, Japan is also known as the "Land of the Rising Sun". The country is divided into 47 prefectures across eight regions. Most of the islands are mountainous and some consist of volcanoes. Mount Fuji, Japan's highest mountain, is a volcano. With a population of 126 million, 98.5% of whom are Japanese, Japan is the eleventh most populous country in the world.
Visa Information
There is no visa requirement for Turkish citizens traveling to Japan.
All passengers must have a chip-enabled passport. Old dark blue chip passports are not accepted. For this tour, a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end of the tour is required. Passengers whose passports do not have this validity period may be denied boarding by the relevant airline. The passport police have the authority to deny entry to the country. In such a case, all responsibility lies with the passenger.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Our tour program is organized subject to a minimum participation requirement. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the package tour, it may be cancelled 30 days before departure. Participants will be notified if the tour is cancelled due to insufficient participation.
In cases where only category information is provided without specifying names in the tour program and/or options exist for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be announced by our agency 48 hours before the tour departure.
This price list and program remain valid until a new price list is issued and completely supersede any previous version.
The prices in all our package programs are limited to quotas up to a minimum of 10 people; additional participants beyond this number may result in price increases for your group. Please inquire about pricing.
In cases where ordinary passports were issued more than 10 years ago, or other passport types more than 5 years ago, both parties acknowledge that Sora, acting solely as an agent and not as the operator, bears no liability for any service failures related to these documents. All international departures requiring customs clearance must be present at the port of departure 3 hours prior to the scheduled tour departure time on the day of departure. Especially for guests arriving from other cities via domestic flights to ports or airports, flight times must be adjusted to ensure arrival by the required time at the port. Consequently, any delay and/or failure to participate in the tour due to such delays is the sole responsibility of the passenger, and Sora has no obligation to pay any compensation to the passenger. It is recommended that passengers personally complete their check-in and seat selection on the airline's website 24 hours before the tour departure.
Sora acts as an intermediary between the airline and its passengers and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. Flight times may change prior to departure. All flight times must be confirmed by the passenger 48 hours before the tour departure. Passengers purchase the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change.
Triple rooms are subject to hotel availability. In such rooms, the bed allocated to the third person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of one large bed and one extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable or sofa beds, participants booking triple rooms (third person and/or children) are deemed to have accepted potential crowding and the type of bed in the room. Child discounts apply only to one child per room accompanying two adults and matching the age group. Due to limited availability of TWIN (two separate beds) rooms in hotels, please verify your TWIN room request before booking.
If children under 18 (not legally adults) participate in the tour without at least one parent, the necessary consent letters must be carried by the individuals throughout the entire travel period.
Panoramic city tours are 2-3 hour sightseeing tours organized to introduce cities and do not include entrance fees to museums or historical sites. They may be conducted on different days, provided the content remains unchanged. Optional tours are conducted with a number of participants determined by the tour leader. If the number falls below this threshold, optional tours may still be conducted with a price increase, and their dates may be changed by the tour leader according to the flow of the program. Tours may not take place depending on weather conditions. No visits or tours will be conducted to places where local authorities prohibit access for any reason. Sora cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct such visits or tours.
Passengers must carry any health issues related to their participation in the tour, pregnancy status, medications they continuously use, and relevant medical reports regarding these medications.
Tour details, airport representative information, tour leader contact, and hotel notifications will be provided 48 hours before the tour departure.
A passport is an official document. Passport police have the authority to deny entry to the country if the passport is damaged, stained, torn, or otherwise compromised in any way. In such a case, all responsibility lies with the passenger.
There is no visa requirement for Turkish citizens for this tour program. However, even if a passenger holds a valid visa, the passport police have the authority to deny entry to the country. In such a case, all financial and legal responsibility lies with the passenger. Please check your passport information and details.
When departing from Turkish border crossings, regardless of nationality (Turkish or foreign), all passport types require a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of travel, even if a valid visa is held. Our agency does not approve passports that do not meet this condition. Sora has no obligation to pay any compensation to passengers who are unable to participate in the tour due to having a passport with less than 6 months of validity.
Guests who do not participate in the tours specified as included in the program are not eligible for any refund.
What's Included
Round-trip economy class airfare on Turkish Airlines scheduled flights for the Istanbul-Tokyo/Osaka-Istanbul route
Airport taxes
Total 7-night accommodation at specified or similar hotels
Morning breakfasts as specified in the program
Journey via the high-speed Shinkansen train
Tokyo Tours (Asakusa Temple, Nakamise, Akihabara, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Crossing, Shinjuku)
Kyoto Tour (Kiyomizu Temple, Gion District, Ninenzaka, Sannenzaka, Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest tour)
Osaka Tour (Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi, Todaiji Temple, Osaka Castle, Kuromon Ichiba Market)
Hakone Tour (boat cruise on Lake Ashi)
Nara Park Tour
Visit to TeamLabs Digital Art Museum
Outlet Tour
Kimono Rental Experience
Tea Ceremony Experience
Airport – hotel – airport transfers
All tours and entrance fees as specified in the program
Professional Turkish-speaking guide service
Professional liability insurance (in accordance with Law No. 1618)
Not Included
Foreign exit fee
Tours specified as extra
Personal expenses
Travel health insurance
All services not explicitly included in the tour program
Tips (5 EUR per person per day, to be collected by the guide)