Best of Japan, China with South Korea

Welcome to Seoul. On arrival at the Incheon International Airport you will be greeted by a Thomas Cook Tour Manager/local representative outside the baggage hall area at the airport, who will assist you to transfer to your conveniently located hotel. Check into the hotel (Standard Check in time 15.00 hrs.) and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tonight enjoy Indian dinner at local restaurant. .
Overnight at Intercity/Recenz Hotel or similar in Seoul
Inclded Meals - Dinner

After an Breakfast today, proceed for your tour of Demilitarized Zone, one of the most heavily armed boarder in the World. The zone has been protected from human disturbance for about 6 decades. At DMZ we visit the Dora railway station, Dora point observatory from where you can see North korea (weather permitting) and 3rd infiltration tunnel. Enjoy Lunch at Restaurant. Later visit Gangnam Street and Samsung D’light the samsung world head quarters. Later we visit the gigantic vertical metropolis, Lotte World Tower, with 123 floors and 555 meters high. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. .
Overnight at Intercity/Recenz Hotel or similar in Seoul
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, proceed for city tour of Seoul – Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace built in 14th century and the National folk Museum where you can take a glimpse in the past and learn how the culture and trade of Koreans used to be. Bukchon Hanok Village a cultural village where you get to experience and see the old korean houses of which some are commercial outlets now and few have residents still residing there. Proceed for lunch thereafter free time to shop to your hearts content. Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight at Intercity/Recenz Hotel or similar in Seoul
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, check out and fly to Japan. On arrival at the Narita International Airport we will proceed to your conveniently located hotel. Check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tonight enjoy a delicious local meal in the comfort of your hotel.
Overnight at Narita Mystays Hotel or similar in Narita.
Included Meals - Breakfast and Dinner (Internation cuisine)

After Breakfast, check out and proceed to Tokyo. Upon arrival in Tokyo visit the Bonsai Museum, worlds first publicly run museum dedicated to bonsai art. It boasts a collection of more than 120 bonsai masterpieces and bonsai-related artifacts such as bonsai pots, miniature landscape stone called suiseki, books and woodblock prints, etc. Proceed for Lunch at a Local Indian Restaurant. After Lunch visit Edo Museum, housed in a unique looking building. In an interactive way experience and learn various aspects of Tokyo during Edo period such as Architecture, cultural heritage, commercial situations, Life sized figures and numerous models of town, vehicles and items previously used. Tonight JPY 2500 per person will be handed over to have meal of your choice (We have taken care to ensure that there are Indian Restaurants around, in case anyone wishes to have Indian meal).
Overnight in Hotel Shinagawa Prince or similar in Tokyo
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

Today after a sumptuous Breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Tokyo. Start your tour with a visit to Sky Tree first observatory (need to que for entrance). A unique opportunity to view the city of Tokyo from a height of 350mts from the observation deck of Tokyo Sky Tree, the tallest tower in the world. Later visit the Asakusa District known for its renowned Sensoji temple, a very popular Buddhist Temple that was constructed in the 7th century. You also have some free time at the famous Nakamise Shopping Arcade where you get a chance to try local snacks and buy Japanese souvenirs. Enjoy your Indian Lunch. Later drive pass the Imperial Palace. We visit the shrine dedicated to the Guardian Deity of Land – Hei Shrine. This evening enjoy some free time at Ginza, the High end Shopping Street. Tonight JPY 2500 per person will be handed over to have meal of your choice (We have taken care to ensure that there are Indian Restaurants around, in case anyone wishes to have Indian meal).
Overnight in Hotel Shinagawa Prince or similar in Tokyo
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

After Breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to one of the highlights of your Tour - a visit to Mt. Fuji. Visit the Mount Fuji 5th station (Weather permitting).Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and often considered the symbol of the country. Later Drive pass Lake Ashi, a crater lake that lies along the southwest wall of the caldera of Mount Hakone, a complex volcano that last erupted in 1170 CE at Owakudani. This afternoon enjoy hot Indian Lunch. Later visit Owakudani Boiling valley with one-way cable car (weather permitting) an active sulphur vent. Later drive to Nagoya. Tonight, enjoy Indian Dinner before checking in to the hotel.
Overnight at Sun Route Hotel or similar in Nagoya
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

Today after Breakfast at the hotel, proceed on a full day visit to Nara and Kyoto. Nara - the first capital of Japan. Visit the Todaiji temple, which houses the largest Buddha statue in Japan and the Nara Deer Park, which is home to hundreds of freely roaming Deer's - considered in Shinto to be messengers of the Gods, Nara's nearly 1200 deer have become a symbol of the city and have been designated a natural treasure. Lunch at local Indian Restaurant. Later we experience Traditional Japanese tea ceremony, with their signature white make-up and elaborate kimonos, they are a sight to see. Next we experience the hi-tech Japanese Bullet Train. Later Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant. Post dinner check in to your hotel. Today the bags will be couriered to Okayama directly, so kindly carry a small handbag for overnight stay at Okayama.
Overnight at Okayama International or similar in Okayama.
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

This morning after an Breakfast, visit the A-Bomb Dome, the symbol of Hiroshima and the only building to remain standing after the atomic explosion. See the Peace Memorial Park with its Museum and number of monuments of peace including the Flame of Peace, Flock of Dove and the Children's Memorial. The Cenotaph with its arched tomb is a tribute to those who died because of the A-bomb attack. Lunch at local Indian Restaurant. After lunch proceed to one of three great gardens of Japan and the Crown Jewel of Okayama – Korakuen Garden, where 300 years of history come live. Stroll through the garden - arranged to take in water from the river, which then runs via a zigzag brook into a pond and down in a waterfall. The extensive lawn and vast pond create an atmosphere that is as uplifting and relaxing as the regions mild climate. Enjoy dinner at Indian Restaurant.
Overnight at Okayama International or similar in Okayama.
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

After Breakfast, checkout and drive to Osaka...Upon arrival in Osaka visit Umeda Sky walk. 173-meter-tall building consists of two towers that are connected with each other by the "Floating Garden Observatory" on the 39th floor whose roof features a doughnut shape that provides an unobstructed 360-degree view Osaka city. Lunch at local Indian Restaurant. Photo stop at Osaka Castle (from outside)- one of Japan's most famous landmarks as it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century. Later free time for shopping at Osaka. Dinner at local Indian restaurant. After dinner proceed to your hotel for check in.
Overnight at Hotel Nikko Kansai or similar in Osaka.
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

Today After breakfast/ box breakfast we checkout and proceed to airport to board our flight to Shanghai. On arrival, you will proceed to the hotel and check in (check in time after 15.00 hrs). This evening proceed to board the Huangpu River Cruise and experience the beautifully illuminated skyline of Shanghai. Proceed for a delicious dinner at Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Days Fortune Hotel or similar in Shanghai.
Included Meals - Breakfast and Dinner

Today, after breakfast, join us on an exciting city tour of Shanghai. Get ready to see splendid views of the city from the observatory deck at 263 meters of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, along with the Glass bottom Floor at 259 meters. Proceed to Shanghai Zoo to see the Giant Panda and the Red Panda. Sitting in the outdoor exhibition area you can see every move of the Panda. Visit the Silk Factory (Compulsory Stop). Lunch at Indian restaurant. Drive past the famous Nanjing Road. Later enjoy shopping at A.P.Plaza / Taobao Market. This evening you have the chance to enjoy the famous Acrobatic show where top artists display their prowess at trick cycling, spinning, juggling and Chinese dancing. Dinner at Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Days Fortune Hotel or similar in Shanghai.
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

Today it would be a packed breakfast, check out and proceed to the Airport to catch an early morning flight to Xian. Arrive and proceed to Crockery factory (Compulsory stop). Later visit the famous Terra Cotta warriors (one way battery car for your convenience) where you can see life-sized Terra Cotta warriors and horses arranged in battle formation. Also enjoy a 360 degree view of the terracotta army; its history and formation. Relish packed subway lunch. Onto the beautiful city of Xian and do an orientation tour of Xian. Later proceed to Wild Goose Pagoda, where you will also see the colorful and musical fountain show which will leave you in awe. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Today the bags will be couriered to Beijing directly, so kindly carry a small handbag for overnight stay at Xian.
Overnight at Skytel Hotel or similar in Xian.
Included Meals - Breakfast(Packed),(Subway Lunch) and Dinner

Today after breakfast, check out and proceed to Xian Railway Station to board a high speed train to Beijing. Packed Indian Lunch will be provided. On arrival to Beijing, Proceed for photo stop of the Olympics Venue of 2008, the “Bird’s Nest” stadium and the dragon shaped Olympic Office. Visit the Pearl Factory (compulsory stop).
In the evening enjoy the famous Golden Mask Dynasty show – an awe inspiring show with grand sets, colorful costumes and spectacular performances. Enjoy dinner at local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Jiangxi Grand or similar in Beijing .
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch(Packed) and Dinner

Today after breakfast, proceed on a guided tour of the renowned Great Wall of China, stretching to a length of around 5500 miles across China, we visit the Juyongguan pass section of the wall. Experience local Chinese lunch. Visit the Jade Factory (compulsory stop). This afternoon visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest squares in the world, named after the Tiananmen Gate (Gate of Heavenly Peace) located to its North, separating it from the Forbidden City. It has great cultural Significance as it was the site of several important events in Chinese history. Later see the Forbidden City which was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. For almost 500 years, it served as the home to the emperors and their households, as well as the ceremonial and political center of Chinese government. This evening spend some time at local market for shopping. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Jiangxi Grand or similar in Beijing
Included Meals - Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, check out. Proceed to the airport for your flight back home. Do spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your tour Chinese Charm, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.
Included Meals - Breakfast