16 days in East Asia Itinerary

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): admire the natural beauty at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, examine the collection at Samurai Museum, don't miss a visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine, then get your game on at Samurai Armor Photo Studio, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Tokyo City View Observation Deck (Roppongihills). Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Zojo-ji Temple, make a trip to Tokyo Tower, then admire the natural beauty at Hama Rikyu Gardens, then get a sense of history and politics at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings, and finally make a trip to Chidorigafuchi.

To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Tokyo day trip planner.

Perth, Australia to Tokyo is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Perth to Tokyo. Traveling from Perth in June, expect nights in Tokyo to be warmer, around 22°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can travel to Kyoto.

The national capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto retains much of the charm of old Japan, boasting numerous temples and shrines that seem completely untouched by the modern world.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Walking tours and Kennin-ji Temple. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, admire the landmark architecture of Ninna-ji Temple, take a stroll through Gion, and explore the historical opulence of Nijo Castle.

To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Kyoto trip itinerary app.

You can take a train from Tokyo to Kyoto in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Osaka.

Proud of their hometown's distinct culture and dialect, many natives of Osaka describe their city as "Japan's anti-capital." An antidote to Tokyo's hectic energy, Osaka marches to the beat of its own drum, serving as the country's longtime commercial and industrial hub.

On the 18th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Tempozan Ferris Wheel and then find something for the whole family at Universal Studios Japan. On the next day, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour and then catch a live event at Hanshin Koshien Stadium.

For more things to do, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Osaka trip itinerary builder tool.

You can drive from Kyoto to Osaka in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can travel to Busan.

The country's second city, Busan has often been referred to as South Korea's summer capital.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Thu): get outside with Gwangalli Beach, then make a trip to Gwangandaegyo Bridge, then stroll around Dongbaekseom Island, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Haedong Yonggung Temple. Keep things going the next day: walk around UN Memorial Cemetery, then take in the pleasant sights at Igidae Park, and then stroll around APEC Naru Park.

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You can fly from Osaka to Busan in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. In June, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can travel to Jeju.

The main town on the largest of Korea's islands, Jeju has a volcanic landscape protected by UNESCO.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): admire the natural beauty at Kim Kyung-Sook Sunflower Farm, delve into the lush surroundings at Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort, and then step off the mainland to explore Udo. On the 23rd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: hike along Hallasan and then explore the striking landscape of Halla Mountain.

To find maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Jeju trip maker app.

Fly from Busan to Jeju in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, taxi, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to travel to Seoul.

One of east Asia's major cultural and financial centers, Seoul boasts five World Heritage Sites and a huge selection of museums, temples, shrines, palaces, parks, gardens, and glass-and-steel skyscrapers.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Yeouido Hangang Park and Bukhansan National Park. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, see the interesting displays at Grevin Museum, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and walk around Banpo Hangang Park.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Seoul tour planning site.

Traveling by flight from Jeju to Seoul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, taxi, and train; or do a combination of ferry and train. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in June, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.