K - Drama and Cherry Blossom Tour

Day-By-Day Itinerary

APR 05 (SUN) – DAY 01-02: Los Angeles - Seoul

Departure (evening flight) from Los Angeles to Seoul, Korea

APR 07 (TUE) – DAY 03: Arrival Incheon, Seoul - Jeju Island

Upon arrival, we are meet at the airport. Then, we transfer to Gimpo airport to connect with flight to Jeju Island. Upon arrival, transfer to Arte Museum- An immersive indoor digital art museum featuring stunning light and sound installations. Lunch on your own. Visit Camellia Hills in the afternoon. It is a botanical garden in Jeju, famous for its vast collections of camellia flowers. Then continuing to O’Sulloc Tea Museum- a popular tourist spot where you can learn about Korea's traditional tea culture. Dinner on your own. Hotel check-in. Overnight.

APR 08 (WED) – DAY 04: Jeju Island

After breakfast, we depart to Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak- A UNESCO Heritage (K Drama shooting place- one and only). A famous volcanic crater on Jeju Island’s east coast, known for its stunning sunrise views. Then transfer to Seopjikoji (K Drama shooting place)- a picturesque coastal area featuring dramatic cliffs, a lighthouse, and colorful flower fields. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Seogwipo, South part of Jeju. Visit Cheonjiyeon waterfall, one of the famous waterfalls in Jeju. Transfer to Jusagjeoli cliff UNESCO Heritage- A renowned geological formation characterized by its striking hexagonal basalt columns. Back to JeJu. Dinner on your own. Overnight (B)

APR 09 (THU) – DAY 05: Jeju Island - Seoul

After breakfast, we depart to Hyeongje Beach. Then, we transfer to Jeju airport for the flight to Seoul. Upon arrival, transfer to Seoul to visit the N Seoul Tower- one of Seoul’s most famous landmarks, located on Namsan Mount, to take cable car ride up to enjoy the scenic views and to visit the tower plaza. Then, we visit the Cheonggyecheon Stream and Gwangwhamun Square- a peaceful, man-made stream running through downtown Seoul. Dinner on your own. Hotel check-in and overnight. (B)

APR 10 (FRI) – DAY 06: Seoul - Nami Island

After breakfast, we depart to Nami Island-- one of Korea’s most beloved tourist destinations, known for its beautiful tree-lined paths, especially the famous Metasequoia road (K drama film location). Then, we transfer to rail bike to enjoy a unique and fun ride on a rail bike along an old train track. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Hongcheon-- a large animal park where visitors can interact with friendly alpacas, llamas, deer, rabbits, and more. Back to Seoul. Dinner on your own. Overnight. (B)

APR 11 (SAT) – DAY 07: Seoul

After breakfast, visit Gyeongbokgung Palace- the most iconic royal palace from the Joseon Dynasty, built in 1395. Considered the largest of the five grand palaces in Seoul. Visitors can wear Hanbok, the traditional Korean costume. Then, we visit the Bucheon Hanok Village-- a charming traditional Korean village located in the heart of Seoul. Lunch on your own. Transfer to cruise terminal. The Han River Cruise offers a relaxing and scenic way to see Seoul from the water. Then transfer to Myeongdong- one of Seoul’s busiest and most popular shopping districts. It is famous for its vibrant atmosphere, with countless shops, boutiques, and street vendors. Myeongdong is a must-visit for fun-loving shoppers. Dinner on your own. Back to hotel. Overnight. (B)

APR 12 (SUN) - DAY 08: Seoul - Osaka

After breakfast, you have a few hours' free time to do last-minute shopping, have lunch on your own. Then, we depart Kimpo airport for a flight to Osaka. Upon arrival, meet by the tour guide. Transfer to hotel. Overnight. (B)

APR 13 (MON) - DAY 09: Kyoto - Nara

After breakfast, visit the Kinkakuji Temple-- a Zen temple in northern Kyoto who's top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. The only building left of Yoshimitsu’s former retirement complex. Then, we visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Forests, Togetsu bridge-- one of Kyoto’s most iconic sights, and a walk through it. Lunch in a local restaurant. Transfer to Nara to visit Nara Park-- one of the must-see areas in Nara. Feeding the deer is an attraction. Then we visit Todaiji Temple- one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples and landmark of Nara. Then, we transfer to Osaka. Dinner in a local restaurant. Back to hotel. Overnight. (B, L, D)

APR 14 (TUE) - DAY 10: Osaka

After breakfast, we leave the hotel to visit Osaka castle- located in the center of Osaka. Then, we visit the Tempozan Marketplace-- A large commercial facility adjacent to the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. It has about 80 stores, including styles restaurants with ocean views, a convenient food court, and miscellaneous goods. Lunch on your own. Next, we visit the Kaiyukan (Osaka Aquarium) -- Japan most spectacular aquariums, world-renowned for its innovative presentation. Free time at Shinsaibashi-- among the bright lights of the Dotonbori district, you will find some of the best shopping and eating in Osaka. Back to hotel. Overnight. (B, L, D)

APR 15 (WED) - DAY 11: Osaka - Tokyo

After breakfast, we checked out of the hotel. Then, we transfer we to Shin Osaka Station for our bullet train ride to Tokyo. Lunch at Ekiben on the bullet train. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner at a local restaurant. Back to hotel. (B, L)

APR 16 (THU) - DAY 12: Tokyo

After breakfast we visit Asakusa Sensoji/Nakamise street-- Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples, and one of Japan’s oldest shopping streets. Lunch in a local restaurant. Proceed to Tokyo tower then visit Hachiko statue-- a statue that remembers Hachiko’s unwavering loyalty to his master. Shopping at Shinjuku. Dinner at a local restaurant. Back to hotel. Overnight. (B, L, D)

APR 17 (FRI) – DAY 13: Odaiba

After breakfast, visit teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM-- a museum where you walk through water, created by art collective teamLab. Next is Toyosu Senkyakubanrai Market-- a commercial facility consisting of restaurants, retail stores, and hot spring facilities. Lunch on your own. Free time at Odaiba. Dinner at a local restaurant. Back to hotel. Overnight. (B, D)

APR 18 (SAT) – DAY 14: Fuji Area - Hakone

After breakfast, we leave heading to Mt. Fuji (5th station if weather permits). Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Owakudani-Ropeway-- which passes over the valley around 130m from the ground, offering stunning scenery of the impressive valley floor below. Proceed to Hakone Pirate Cruise- a cruise that offers sightseeing boats that sail around lake Ashinoko. Transfer to Tokyo. Dinner at a local restaurant. Back to hotel (walk). Overnight. (B, L, D)

APR 19 (SUN) - DAY 15 – Tokyo - Los Angeles

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. Transfer to airport for flight back to Los Angeles. (B)