Hanoi

Xin chao! Welcome to Vietnam. Arrival and reception at Hanoi International Airport Noi Bai, and transfer to the hotel with your Guide. During the journey of about an hour, we will have a first impression of Hanoi. Free time until check-in at the hotel (normally the rooms are ready after 14:00).

Temple of Literature & National University

After breakfast, we will begin our visit to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is also considered one of the few Asian cities with wooded avenues, French colonial architecture, quiet lakes and eastern temples. The tour includes a visit to the Temple of Literature, the first university in Vietnam, founded in 1070 in honor of Confucius and considered the symbol of Hanoi.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

We continue with the route to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visiting the outside from the Ba Dinh Square.

One Pillar Pagoda

We will continue to the Pagoda of One Pillar, built in 1049 on a single stone pillar by Emperor Ly Thai Tong, who reigned from 1028 to 1054. The pagoda was designed to resemble a lotus leaf in honor of Buddha.

Hanoi

Lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will have an experience with the flowers and their traditional way of decorating them. Visit a handmade florist to see how the bouquets are made, how this beautiful and traditional spiritual art of Vietnam that survived generation after generation is transmitted and preserved. Guests will learn to recognize exotic flowers as they prepare a spiritual crown.

Hoan Kiem Walking Street

Later we will reach Lake Hoan Kiem, the heart of Hanoi, where we will take a walk around the lake with panoramic views of the Ngoc Son temple, located in the middle of the lake, along with the red bridge The Huc.

Old Quarter

Finally, we will make a panoramic tour in a triciclo pousse through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, also known as the neighborhood of the 36 streets, since in its time it was known for the craftsmanship of the artisans who lived there and the workshops that lived there. Return to the hotel and accommodation in Hanoi.

Osaka

Breakfast coffee at the hotel. Transfer to Hanoi airport for flight from Osaka Arrival at Osaka/Kansai International Airport (or Itami) on your flight. Transfer to the hotel. On arrival the rest of the day free for your personal activities. *Check-in at the Osaka hotel from 15:00. (If you want early check-in, you need to book an extra night before the tour, but availability is not guaranteed.)

Osaka Castle

After breakfast, I will meet in the lobby to begin the visit with a Portuguese-language Guide. The day begins with Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most important historical landmarks.

Nara Park

Then we transfer to Nara, where we visit the Todaiji Temple, famous for its huge Buddha statue, and the Sacred Cervix Park, where the deer move freely.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

After lunch at a local restaurant, we head to Kyoto, with a stop at Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its thousands of red torii portals. After the visit, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Kyoto.

Nijo Castle

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

Kinkakuji Temple

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

Heian Shrine

Breakfast at the hotel and start the tour to explore Kyoto, the former imperial capital. Visit the Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa xoguns, the Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), one of Japan’s most iconic temples, and the Heian Shrine (only the outside).

After lunch at the local restaurant, the rest of the day is free for personal activities. Accommodation in Kyoto.

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day

Nagoya

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. The suitcases are shipped directly to the hotel in Tokyo, and hand luggage must be prepared for two nights in Takayama and Hakone. Transfer to Kyoto station to board the Nozomi ballast train to Nagoya.

Magome Tourist Information Center

From there, we will continue to the historic villages of Magome and Tsumago on the Nakasendo Route, where we will take walking tours and visit the old Waki Honjin hostel.

Old Yakage Waki Honjin Takakusa Family Residence

From there, we will continue to the historic villages of Magome and Tsumago on the Nakasendo Route, where we will take walking tours and visit the old Waki Honjin hostel.

Takayama

In the afternoon, transfer to Takayama, where we explore the traditional Kami-sannomachi street. Dinner included for superior and luxury categories. Accommodation in Takayama.

Shirakawago Gassho Zukuri Minkaen

After breakfast, transfer to Shirakawago, a historic village with traditional Gassho-zukuri houses, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nagoya

After the visit, we headed to Nagoya and had lunch at a local restaurant.

Hakone-machi

We board the JR ball-train to Odawara and, upon arrival, transfer to the hotel or ryokan in Hakone. Even dinner. Accommodation in Hakone.

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

Breakfast at the hotel and start of the tour of Hakone National Park. We will take a mini cruise along Lake Ashi and take a cable car for a panoramic view of the area, where you can see Mount Fuji depending on the weather conditions.

Tokyo

After lunch at a local restaurant, we headed to Tokyo and visited the Tokyo Tower, one of the city’s main landmarks. Transfer to the hotel. Hosting in Tokyo.

Asakusa Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Meiji Shrine

After breakfast, departure to explore Tokyo with a Portuguese-language Guide. We visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple and the Nakamise shopping street, the Meiji Sanctuary, surrounded by an urban forest, and the sophisticated Ginza neighborhood.

Lunch will be at a local restaurant, and the afternoon is free for personal activities. Hosting in Tokyo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day

Seoul

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Narita International Airport or Haneda for flight to Seoul On arrival and transfer to the hotel for check-in

Lotte World Tower

We started our journey at the Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in South Korea, where we climbed to the Seoul Sky Observatory to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city, which extend as far as the eyes reach.

COEX Center

Then we head to COEX Mall, a lively cultural and Shopping center in the heart of Gangnam.

Statue of Gangnam Style

There, we stop at the famous Gangnam Style Statue and visit the impressive Starfield Library, a space where modern design meets contemporary culture.

Starfield Library

There, we stop at the famous Gangnam Style Statue and visit the impressive Starfield Library, a space where modern design meets contemporary culture.

Gangnam-gu

Then we experience Seoul as the locals, using the metro from COEX Station to Gangnam Station — a short trip of only three stations and about six minutes, which offers a glimpse of the city’s accelerated daily rhythm.

Gangnam-gu

We end the tour at Gangnam Square, the vibrant center of modern Seoul, surrounded by neon lights, modern shops and the unmistakable energy of Gangnam neighborhood.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

We started our journey at Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty, where we attended the Garde Exchange Ceremony at 10:00, a colorful spectacle full of historical traditions.

Gwanghwamun Square

Then we continue to Gwanghwamun Square, a symbolic landmark of Seoul, surrounded by historic and modern buildings. As we pass the Seoul Prefecture and the Deoksugung Palace (external view), we see how tradition and modernity coexist in the heart of the city.

Myeongdong Shopping Street

The tour ends with free time at Myeongdong Street, one of Seoul’s most vibrant neighborhoods for Shopping and street food. The tour ends around 13:30.

Seoul

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for departure flight