16 days
23
Explorations
Encounter Japan’s rich cultural heritage from Tokyo to Kyoto and the energy of Seoul, South Korea. The spirit of Japan and South Korea’s vibrancy shine from neon-lit streets to tranquil shrines.
Join a North Korean defector for a private discussion about their escape and new life.
Meet Japan’s ama pearl divers and learn more about their elite profession.
Visit Hiroshima’s Peace Park and Memorial Museum and hear accounts of the atomic bomb’s devastation.
Bullet Train
Ama Pearl Divers Dinner
Okonomiyaki Cooking Class & Dinner
Discussion with an A-Bomb Survivor in Hiroshima
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Korean Demilitarized Zone
North Korean Defector Talk
Gyeongbok Palace
Level 3
Active
You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.
