Magnificent Distances Hong Kong & Japan 7 Nights - with THY September 26 (Summer 2026) (HKG-NRT)

1. Day Istanbul – Hong Kong At the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departure terminal of Istanbul Airport, meet 3 hours before your flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart for Hong Kong on Turkish Airlines flight TK170 at 15:50. 2. Day Hong Kong Arrive locally at 07:25, and our city tour begins with our waiting vehicle at the airport. Hong Kong, one of Asia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities, offers a mesmerizing blend of modern skyscrapers and traditional culture. During the city tour, Aberdeen, Fishing Village, Victoria Peak, and Repulse Bay are among the sights to be visited. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Guests who wish can join an additional Glamorous Hong Kong Boat Night Tour with dinner (120 USD). We will depart from the harbor by boat to see Hong Kong from a different perspective, enjoying unforgettable views with music and dinner. After the boat tour, you will have a chance to shop briefly at Ladies Market, one of Hong Kong’s most famous shopping streets. Then, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. 3. Day Hong Kong After breakfast at the hotel, interested guests can join an extra Glamorous Macau Island Tour (270 USD). We will depart from the hotel by private vehicle to the ferry terminal. After about an hour of an enjoyable journey, we arrive in Macau. Macau, located on China’s southern coast and known as “Asia’s Las Vegas,” is a special administrative region. Historically ruled as a Portuguese colony for centuries, Macau today is part of China but offers a unique blend of Western and Eastern cultures. During the tour, sights include Guia Circuit (Macau Grand Prix area), Statue of Goddess Kum Lam, A-Ma Temple, the world’s largest casino resembling Las Vegas, Macau city center and cathedral on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After the tour, guests can try their luck at the Casino. Then, transfer back to the hotel for overnight stay. 4. Day Hong Kong – Osaka After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport. After luggage and ticket procedures, take a local flight to Osaka. Upon arrival, our vehicle will meet us for a city tour. Osaka, located in Japan’s Kansai region, is Japan’s third-largest city, known for its historical riches and modern urban life. The lively atmosphere, friendly people, and delicious street foods make Osaka Japan’s “Kitchen Capital”. Highlights include Osaka Castle built in the 16th century, Umeda Sky Building with two towers at 173 meters, and Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi districts. Then, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. 5. Day Osaka After breakfast, guests can join an extra tour to Kyoto, which includes Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Temples (190 USD). We depart for Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital with well-preserved traditional culture. The tour begins at Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, an iconic natural site where towering bamboo stalks create a mesmerizing atmosphere. The walk through the 500-meter bamboo grove offers a peaceful experience and photo opportunities. Next, visit Kinkaku-ji, the “Golden Pavilion,” built in the 14th century as a shogun’s villa and later a Zen temple. Its top two floors are covered in gold leaf, reflecting beautifully on the pond in front. The temple’s picturesque gardens and architecture reflect Japanese elegance and serenity. Then, go to Kiyomizu-dera, an important Buddhist temple founded in 780, famous for its wooden stage and Otowa Waterfall, which symbolizes wisdom, health, and longevity. After the tour, return to the hotel for overnight stay. 6. Day Osaka After breakfast, optional tour participants can join an extra tour to Nara’s Deer Park, Todaiji Temple, Kobe Mosaic, and Chinatown (190 USD). We start with Todaiji Temple, located in Nara, built in 752 and famous for the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world, housed within Daibutsuden Hall, one of the largest wooden buildings. The temple is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and offers deep insights into Japanese culture and Buddhism. Then, visit Nara Deer Park, a vast park where hundreds of semi-wild deer roam freely. Since ancient times, deer have been considered sacred in Nara. Visitors can buy special deer crackers (“shika senbei”) to feed the friendly deer, which are accustomed to tourists. Later, we explore Kobe, Japan’s sixth-largest city, known for blending modern city life with traditional Japanese culture. The first stop is Kobe Mosaic, a lively waterfront shopping and dining complex with vibrant stores, restaurants, and panoramic harbor views. Guests can try Kobe beef, famous for its tender texture and rich flavor. Next, visit Nankinmachi (Chinatown), established in 1868, the largest Chinatown in Japan, featuring lanterns, ornate gates, vibrant street food, and a lively atmosphere. After the tour, transfer to the hotel in Osaka and settle into your rooms. 7. Day Osaka – Tokyo After breakfast at the hotel, take the Shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo. Upon arrival, our Tokyo city tour begins. Tokyo, Japan’s capital and one of the world’s most populous metropolises, offers an impressive fusion of modernity and traditional Japan. The tour starts in Asakusa with the historic Senso-ji Temple, built in 628 and dedicated to the goddess Kannon, featuring the iconic Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise shopping street with local souvenirs and snacks. Next, visit Meiji Shrine, built in 1920 in honor of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, with majestic torii gates. The tour continues to Shibuya’s Scramble Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian crossings worldwide. Transfer back to the hotel afterward. Overnight at the hotel. 8. Day Tokyo After breakfast, interested guests can join an extra tour to Ashi Lake, Mount Fuji, Hakone, and Gotemba Premium Outlets for shopping (190 USD). The tour starts with a boat ride on the UNESCO World Heritage site, Ashi Lake, offering stunning views of Mount Fuji and beautiful scenery. Then, shopping at the largest outlet mall in Japan, Gotemba Premium Outlets, with over 250 stores including Nike, Lacoste, Armani, and Burberry, with discounts up to 70%. Guests can enjoy shopping with views of Mount Fuji or relax at cafes and restaurants within the complex. 9. Day Tokyo – Istanbul After breakfast and free time, transfer to the airport with the guide’s assistance. Complete luggage and ticket procedures, then depart from Tokyo on Turkish Airlines flight TK 51 at 10:15. Arrive in Istanbul at 17:45 local time. End of the tour.