12-Nights Tokyo, Seoul & Hong Kong City Explorer

Goway Travel

This 13-day East Asian vacation showcases three of the great cities of Asia: Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong. It features first-class accommodation and mostly private tours.

Begin your trip to Japan in Tokyo, the Japanese capital that combines futuristic infrastructure, neon-bathed pop-culture, and some of the world’s most stunning temples and traditions. A city tour will showcase some highlights, from the fish and kitchen stalls of the Tsukiji Outer Market to Senso-ji Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in the city, to the famous scramble crossing of Shibuya and, finally, the Meiji Shrine, dedicated to the former emperor. Head on a day trip to Kamakura to get a sense of Japan circa the 12th century. Tour the former capital and visit some of the country’s most acclaimed shrines and temples. Back in Tokyo, get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of sumo training with a tour that includes practice sessions as well as insight about sumo rituals and traditions.

Fly to Seoul to begin your trip to Korea. Seoul is at the forefront of a global revolution in food, music, fashion, and pop culture. You’ll dig into Korea’s past and present with a city tour that takes you from royal palaces and folk museums to the iconic Namsan Seoul Tower and the bustling shopping center of Namdaemun Market. Connect north for a day trip to the DMZ to see the security zone separating the two Koreas. You’ll even enjoy a glimpse into North Korea at the Dorasan Observatory. Back in Seoul, enjoy a delicious introduction to Korean cuisine with a food tour through Gwangjang Market and Myeongdon Street, tasting bibimbap, bunsik, pancakes, and other Korean specialties.

Fly to Hong Kong for the final leg of your East Asian vacation. Hong Kong is one of the world’s great city states and a food paradise. A tour of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon will introduce you to some of the city’s most famous sites. Ride the Peak Tram for unbeatable skyline views, enjoy dim sum in Kowloon, and do some street shopping in the flower market, Yuen Po Street Bird Garden, and Goldfish Street. Sample dumplings, noodles, and other Hong Kong favorites on a walking food tour through Sham Sui Po. Then ride the ferry to Lamma Island to enjoy sunset views of Victoria Harbor, dine at Rainbow Restaurant, and watch the impressive sound and light show over the harbor. On your final day in Hong Kong, experience the great outdoors on a hike of the Dragon’s Back, which takes you through wet markets to bamboo groves and verdant hillsides, rewarding you with epic views of the island coastline.

At the end of your Asian vacation, head to the airport for onward travels.

Vacation Inclusions

• Private arrival and departure airport transfers in Tokyo, Seoul & Hong Kong
• 4 nights in first-class accommodation in Tokyo
• 4 nights in first-class accommodation in Seoul
• 4 nights in first-class accommodation in Hong Kong
• Private Full Day Tokyo Highlights Tour
• Private Full Day Kamakura Excursion from Tokyo
• Shared Sumo Training Experience (max 20 guests)
• Private Full Day Classic Seoul Tour
• Shared Full Day DMZ Excursion from Seoul
• Private Full Day Hong Kong Island & Kowloon Tour
• Private Half Day Kowloon Foodies Tour
• Private Full Day Dragon's Back Hike in Hong Kong
• Breakfast daily (excluding day 1), 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Featured Destinations

Hong Kong Hong Kong As Asia’s premier gateway to China and Southeast Asia, Hong Kong offers a great travel experience. Visitors will find everything from hiking, horse racing and sailing to internationally renowned art galleries and lively art festivals. Some of the best hotels, dining and shopping in the world are found in this metropolis. Hong Kong is one of the world’s great cities and a delightful realm of natural wonders and serene rural villages. With its wealth of cultural attractions, Hong Kong invites exploration and inspires interest to even the most experienced traveler. Sights include Museum of History – which houses a collection of archaeological finds and historic photographs providing an introduction to Hong Kong’s history. Cultural Center is the city’s newest performing arts venue. The Space Museum’s dome, where Omnimax shows and astronomy exhibits are featured, is nearby. Adjacent is the Museum of Art. Stanley Market is an open-air market for browsing and finding bargains in fashions, leather, porcelain, and linens. Jade Market is a specialty market featuring 450 stalls with jade items.	Destination Guide
Seoul Seoul Seoul, capital of South Korea, lies in the northwest of the country on the Han River 37 miles from the coast. Landmarks in Seoul include the National Museum, featuring collections of Korean art and artefacts; the National Science Museum; Ch'anggyong, Ch'angdok, Kyongbok, and Toksu palaces; Chong-myo Shrine; a Roman Catholic cathedral; and zoological and botanical gardens. Other sights include the bell tower, which contains a large bronze bell inscribed with the date 1468, and the remains of the ancient stone wall that once encircled the city.	Destination Guide
Tokyo Tokyo Tokyo, Japan, presents a different view at every turn. It's one of the world's main economic centers and its most populous agglomeration. The business of Tokyo is business, but you can still find harmony and small-scale gardens on back streets. Around the corner from neon and concrete, you may find the bonsai-lined courtyard of a traditional inn. Tokyo was nearly destroyed by bombs and fires during World War II, and by earthquakes at other times, but it has always rebuilt itself. As a result, there is little left of Old Japan in the city, but there's plenty of New Japan to take its place. The streets are a confusing maze, so a map is essential. The transit system is excellent, however, and there are kobans (police boxes) throughout the metropolis, as well as a populace generally willing to answer questions. Visitors to Tokyo represent both business and leisure travelers. And despite its past reputation, Tokyo is no longer fearsomely expensive. It's relatively easy to visit Tokyo on a budget.	Destination Guide

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