Journey through the East: Ōsaka-jō, Seoul, Takayama, Hiroshima

Ricky Hurle

12 Mar 2024

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant cities of Ōsaka-jō, Seoul, Takayama, and Hiroshima. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, explore ancient marvels, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Join us on this 11-day journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Ōsaka-jō

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Dotonbori - Osaka's Culinary Wonderland

$ 6

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

301 - 362 min

Directions

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 2Osaka Castle & Kaiyukan Aquarium - Unveiling the Secrets of the Deep

$88

$ 9

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

299 - 359 min

Directions

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

27 - 33 min

Directions

One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$63

Budget breakdown: $356 In total

Activities & Food:$315

Transport:$41

Trip to Seoul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Dotonbori - Osaka's Culinary Wonderland

$32

$ 5

Step Inn Myeongdong 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

Opened in 1980, this iconic tower offers panoramic views of the city & a revolving restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$32

Day 2Osaka Castle & Kaiyukan Aquarium - Unveiling the Secrets of the Deep

$94

$ 5

Step Inn Myeongdong 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

Theme park rides, water flumes & marine life exhibits in a family centred 3-in-1 adventure park.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$94

Day 3N Seoul Tower - A Panoramic View of Seoul's Splendor

$ 5

Step Inn Myeongdong 2

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $356 In total

Activities & Food:$315

Transport:$41

Trip to Takayama

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Dotonbori - Osaka's Culinary Wonderland

$13

FAV HOTEL 飛騨高山 WEST

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

Directions

Tours are offered of this historical, restored government building with a Japanese garden.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

Day 2Osaka Castle & Kaiyukan Aquarium - Unveiling the Secrets of the Deep

$20

$ 9

FAV HOTEL 飛騨高山 WEST

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Circa-5th-century shrine in a serene, wooded locale, known for its festivals & colorful floats.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Open-air museum featuring Edo-period farmhouses, known for their thatched roofs & wood construction.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $356 In total

Activities & Food:$315

Transport:$41

Trip to Hiroshima

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Dotonbori - Osaka's Culinary Wonderland

$30

$ 6

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

Directions

Naval-themed museum featuring a huge model of the battleship Yamato, plus torpedoes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

Day 2Osaka Castle & Kaiyukan Aquarium - Unveiling the Secrets of the Deep

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

Memorial park dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb & advocating for world peace since 1954.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 3N Seoul Tower - A Panoramic View of Seoul's Splendor

$13

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

Directions

Iconic remains of the Industrial Promotion Hall which was destroyed by the atomic bomb during WWII.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

Day 4Lotte World - Where Fantasy Comes to Life

$20

Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

Directions

Popular museum documenting the WWII atomic-bomb blast in Hiroshima via exhibits, artifacts & talks.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $356 In total

Activities & Food:$315

Transport:$41