The Budget Wanderer
Tokyo to Busan with Rachel Van Dyken - Booking Deposit
Tokyo to Busan with Rachel Van Dyken - Booking Deposit
Guided by Best Selling Author, Rachel Van Dyken
Early Bird Discount: $100 total price for the first 5 guests (1/5 Remaining)
Total Price: $2,699 with payment plans available via PayPal Pay Later. Click "Pay with PayPal" to see payment plan options. The deposit goes toward the final trip price.
Tokyo & Kyoto, Japan - Busan, South Korea
May 30 - June 6, 2025 - 8 Days
Check in & arrival on May 30, 2025 - Transfer from Tokyo Haneda Airport Included
Check out & departure on June 7, 2025 - Transfer to Busan Gimhae Airport Included
Start in Tokyo, where you dive into the rich history at Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street, followed by a glimpse of the modern city at Tokyo Tower and Harajuku, and cap the day with nightlife in Shibuy. Travel on the Shinkansen to Kyoto to marvel at the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and participate in a traditional tea ceremony, then explore iconic sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kinkaku-ji. After experiencing more of Kyoto's beauty, transition to Busan, settling into South Korea's dynamic coastal town with visits to Haeundae Beach and Nampodong Street. The trip winds down with cultural explorations at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and Gamcheon Culture Village, a relaxing stroll along the Songdo Clouds Trails, and a memorable group dinner overlooking the lights of Busan.
*To pay with payment plans, click "Pay with Paypal" and scroll down to the "Pay Later" section to see available offers for payment plans.
*This Deposit is a $500 USD payment made toward the trip price that reserves your slot. This deposit is 100% refundable before (Jan 1, 2025).
*The payment link for the remaining trip payment will be sent to you in the weeks following your initial booking deposit and will be due by Feb 1, 2025.
*The total trip payment will be 50% refundable before March 1, 2025
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Trip Itinerary
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Day 1 - Tokyo
May 30, 2025
Explore the historic Asakusa district, visiting Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street. Spend your afternoon seeing Tokyo Tower. Dinner at a local izakaya in Shibuya.
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Day 2 - Kyoto
May 31, 2025
Catch a Shinkansen to Kyoto and start your day at the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Head to Kamo River, then partake in a traditional tea ceremony with a geisha. Dinner in the historic Pontocho Alley.
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Day 3 - Kyoto
June 1, 2025
Visit the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine in the morning to see its thousands of torii gates. In the afternoon, admire the golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji.
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Day 4 - Kyoto
June 2, 2025
Start your day at the Tenryuji Temple. Afternoon brings a peaceful walk along the Philosopher’s Path, followed by some free time. Evening excitement includes a visit to the illuminated Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
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Day 5 - Kyoto to Busan
June 3, 2025
Depart Kyoto for Osaka, then catch a ferry from Osaka to Busan, South Korea, enjoying the overnight sea journey and preparing for the next leg of your adventure.
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Day 6 - Busan
June 4, 2025
Spend a leisurely afternoon at Haeundae Beach. In the evening, head to Nampodong Street for vibrant shopping and street food experiences.
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Day 7 - Busan
June 5, 2025
Morning exploration at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, followed by an afternoon at the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village. End the day at Gwangalli Beach, enjoying the illuminated Gwangan Bridge.
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Day 8 - Busan
June 6, 2025
Morning starts at Jagalchi Fish Market, followed by a visit to Yongdusan Park and Busan Tower. Spend a relaxed afternoon at Songdo Cloud Trails, then conclude your trip with a group dinner.
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Departure Day
June 7, 2025
Enjoy Breakfast at the hotel and transfer (included @ 11am) to the Busan Airport
Trip Inclusions
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Included
- 8 Day Accommodation
- All Breakfasts & Dinners
- All Activities
- Transport & Airport Transfers
- Local Guide & Company Host
- Travel Support & VIP Treatment
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Not Included
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
Activities & Payment Plans
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Activities
- Senso-ji Temple
- Tokyo Tower
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Tea Ceremony
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Golden Pavilion
- Tenryuji Temple
- Philosopher's Path
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple
- Overnight Ferry to Busan
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
- Gamcheon Cultural Village
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Busan Tower
- Songdo Cloud Trails
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Payment Plans
We provide buy now pay later payment plan options.
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PayPal Pay Later allows you to break up the payment over 12 months.
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Payment Plans are available in The United States & limited international availability depending on your region.
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If neither payment plan option is availabe in your region at checkout, reach out to us below for a payment plan directly through us.
Accommodation
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto Shijo or Similar
(3 or 4 Star Hotel, Double Occupancy)
Airport Transfers
Airport transfer at arrival will be provided on Day 1 at 11 AM from Tokyo Haneda Airport
Airport transfer at Departure will be provided at 11 AM to Busan Gimhae Airport
Meet Your Host
Rachel Van Dyken
A bestselling author known for her prolific work in the romance genre. She has topped the charts of the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal.