

DEPARTURE EVERY DAY FROM SEOUL
Welcome to your unforgettable 15-night journey through South Korea, a land where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern innovation. In two weeks, you will explore the dynamic cities, serene countryside, and cultural wonders that make South Korea a unique destination.
Starting in the bustling capital of Seoul, you’ll immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant street life that defines this metropolis. From there, you’ll travel to charming towns, picturesque islands, and sacred temples, each offering a glimpse into the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of this fascinating country.
Whether it’s savoring the flavors of authentic Korean cuisine, soaking in the natural beauty of national parks, or participating in time-honored cultural practices, this carefully curated itinerary is designed to provide you with a comprehensive and immersive experience of South Korea.
Get ready to embark on a journey that will not only enrich your understanding of South Korea but also create memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome aboard!
Inclusions
– 15-night accommodation at 4-5 star hotels
– Private arrival and departure transfer from Incheon airport
– 31 meals: 15 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 7 dinners
– Jeju domestic air ticket roundtrip
– Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour (English-speaking driver guide for small group)
– All entrance fees
– Transportation by minivan (1- 9 pax) or large-sized coach (10 pax and more)
Exclusions
International flights – Gratuities to hotel staff, guides – Beverages – Optional excursions – Early check-in – City taxes if applicable – Visa if needed – All other items not mentioned in the inclusions.
Additional Information
Special Notes
The order of the days in the itinerary may vary depending on the day of arrival.
This is a join-in group tour. Please be advised that people from all over the world may join this tour.
DAY 1 INCHEON - SEOUL
Our driver will be holding a welcome board with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Seoul.
Accommodation : Seoul for 1 night
DAY 2 SEOUL - GONGJU - JEONJU
Meeting time 08:00AM: Pick up from the Lobby of Amid Hotel Seoul.
This morning, we’ll head to Gongju to explore Gongsanseong Fortress. Recognizing its value, Gongsanseong Fortress was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.
Next, we’ll visit the Tomb of King Muryeong. Although many artifacts were stolen from the tombs, they still provide crucial evidence of Baekje culture and the foreign exchanges of that era. We’ll also visit the Gongju National Museum, which houses over 10,000 cultural relics, including 19 national treasures and three treasures. The most important artifacts are on permanent display, while others are featured in rotating exhibitions.
At the end of our day’s adventures, we’ll settle into our hotel in Jeonju for an overnight stay.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Jeonju for 1 night
DAY 3 JEONJU - JANGSEONG - GWANGJU
Our destination today is Jeonju Hanok Village with over 800 traditional Korean houses. The village is famous among tourists because of its atmosphere that strongly contrasts with the modern city around it. Choose your preferred Hanbok, a Korean National Costume, and make a special memory wearing Hanbok with your companions. You will explore Gyeonggijeon Shrine, erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty.
Following that, we will proceed to Jangseong, where Baegyangsa Temple is situated within Naejangsan National Park. Upon arrival, you will experience a conversation over tea with a monk. The combination of the mountain and valleys on both sides creates beautiful scenery. Nature reveals its beauty throughout all seasons here, especially with the red maple leaves in fall.
Wrapping up our day’s explorations after dinner, we’ll head back to our hotel in Gwangju for the night.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Gwangju for 1 night
DAY 4 GWANGJU - BOSEONG - SUNCHEON - BUSAN
Kick off the morning by visiting a green tea plantation that produces high-quality green tea and is a popular tourist attraction year-round. You will have a chance to taste Boseong green tea icecream!
After a lunch break, we continue with visits to Suncheon Bay which is a coastal wetland with a 3.5 km stream, expansive tidelands, and vast reed fields. It’s a key habitat for migratory birds and wildlife, and was the first Korean coastal wetland listed as a Ramsar Wetland in 2006.
* Sunchonman Bay is closed on the last Monday of every month. Therefore, it will be replaced with Nak-an Fortress.
After fully enjoying Suncheon Bay, we’ll head to Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city. Based on the numerous reviews you provided, we’ll spend two nights in Busan, giving us more time to explore and get to know the city better!
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Busan for 2 nights
DAY 5 BUSAN
In the morning, we’ll start our day with a visit to The United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Busan, the only UN cemetery in the world dedicated to honoring UN Command casualties from the Korean War. Spanning 14 hectares, it features 2,300 graves, organized by the nationalities of the fallen soldiers.
Next, we’ll explore Jagalchi Market, Korea’s largest seafood market, renowned for its fresh and dried fish.
Finally, we’ll head to the Songdo Sea Cable Car, now known as Busan Air Cruise. This scenic mile-long ride from Songdo Bay Station to Songdo Sky Park offers stunning views of Songdo Beach, Namhang Bridge, and the coastline.
After the tour, your guide will accompany you to the hotel. You’ll then have free time to enjoy dinner and explore the vibrant Haeundae area at your own pace (dinner is on your own).
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6 BUSAN - GYEONGJU
In the morning, we’ll begin our day with a visit to Nurimaru APEC House, located on Dongbaekseom Island, an island known for its camellia trees. It was the venue for the 2005 APEC Summit. You can enjoy both the beauty of nature and the building’s contemporary design.
Afterward, we’ll head to Gyeongju and enjoy lunch upon our arrival. Our journey will then take us to Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Korean Buddhist culture from the 8th century.
Following this, we’ll visit the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, believed to be the resting place of kings and court officials. Our exploration will continue at the Gyeongju National Museum, predominantly showcasing relics from the Silla kingdom, with Gyeongju as its capital.
Before dinner, we’ll stop at Cheomseongdae Observatory, one of Gyeongju’s iconic landmarks. Constructed during the reign of Queen Seondeok, this cylindrical observatory stands about 9 meters tall.
To conclude our day’s adventures, we’ll check into our hotel in Gyeongju for an overnight stay.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Gyeongju for 1 night
DAY 7 GYEONGJU - DAEGU - ANDONG - PYEONGCHANG
Waking up in Gyeongju, we will head to Daegu to immerse ourselves in Korean traditional culture. Under the guidance of a renowned expert in regional cuisine and a certified master of traditional recipes, we’ll learn how to make traditional teatime snacks. After the class, we’ll have a brief tasting session to enjoy the treats we’ve made.
** This class requires a minimum of 8 participants to proceed. If the minimum number is not met, we will substitute the activity with a visit to Buyongdae Cliff: Alternative schedule: Buyongdae Cliff, at 64 meters high, offers a great view of Hahoe Village, which resembles a lotus flower in shape. The name ’Buyong’ means lotus in Chinese, reflecting this resemblance.
Next on our itinerary is a visit to Andong Hahoe Village, one of the most famous folk villages in Korea. Surrounded by the Nakdonggang River, the village is home to descendants of the Ryu clan of Pungsan, who still make up 70 percent of the residents.
After the Andong tour, we’ll head to Pyeongchang, enjoying dinner along the way.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Pyeongchang for 1 night
DAY 8 PYEONGCHANG - YANGYANG - SEOUL
Upon waking up in Pyeongchang, we’ll prepare for a visit to the Jujeongol of Mt. Seorak, renowned for its breathtaking fall colors and remarkable valley and rock formations. Enjoy a light hike as you breathe in the fresh mountain air and take in the tranquility of the surrounding landscape. After lunch, we return to Seoul, arriving approximately at 6:00PM to conclude our tour.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation : Seoul for 1 night
DAY 9 SEOUL - JEJU
Our tour guide will welcome you at Jeju International Airport. (ETD: Korean Airline GMP 10:45, CJU 11:55)
Visit Jeju Stone Park and discover unique rock formations and sculptures amidst the island’s natural landscapes.
Next, head to Bijarim Forest, an ancient woodland on Jeju Island, renowned for its centuries-old nutmeg trees and scenic hiking trails amidst unique trees and tranquil surroundings. Seongsan Ilchulbong, also known as Sunrise Peak, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Jeju Island. It’s a striking volcanic crater rising from the sea, formed by an eruption over 100,000 years ago. The peak is famous for its breathtaking sunrise views, attracting early morning hikers to witness the spectacle.
Concluding our activities, we’ll be checking in at our Seogwipo hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Jeju for 2 nights
DAY 10 JEJU
Meeting time: 10:00AM: Pick-up from the lobby of Goldendaisy Hotel.
Discover the striking hexagonal rock formations of Jusangjeolli Cliff, followed by a visit to the beautiful Cheonjeyeon Falls, nestled in Jeju’s lush natural surroundings. Continue to the O’Sulloc Tea Museum in Seogwipo City to learn about Korea’s tea culture while strolling through scenic green tea fields. Wander through the enchanting Gottjawal Forest, often called the Jeju Fantasy Forest, with its peaceful walking paths and storybook landscapes, and enjoy a soothing healing foot bath experience. Visit Hallym Park to explore its diverse plant life, lava caves, and picturesque scenery.
In the evening, return to your hotel with your guide for your final night in Jeju.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11 JEJU - SEOUL
Upon arrival at Gimpo Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Seoul.
The rest of the day is free for your own leisure.
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Seoul for 5 nights
DAY 12 SEOUL
Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel. Start at Gwanghwamun Square to see the statues of Admiral Yi Sun-sin and King Sejong. Wait there for the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, which starts at 10:00 AM right at the palace gate.
After the ceremony, take a short walk to the serene Jogyesa Temple and spend some time exploring the main hall and beautiful grounds.
Next, enter the vast grounds of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The National Folk Museum is located within the palace complex and is free to enter, offering a nice cultural break. The tour continues with a drive where you will pass by the Blue House (Cheongwadae, the former presidential residence) and stop briefly at a Ginseng Center.
The tour concludes with a drop-off at Insadong around 1:30 PM, where you can find lunch, unique shops, art galleries, and traditional tea houses.
(Note: this itinerary is for days other than Tuesday. On a Tuesday, Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed and should be substituted with a visit to the nearby Deoksugung Palace.)
Meals : Breakfast
Accommodation : Seoul for 5 nights
DAY 13 SEOUL - DMZ - SEOUL
Get ready for one of South Korea’s most popular historical excursions, offering a rare glimpse into the North-South division.
Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel. After around 1.5 hours, arrive at the Demilitarized Zone for the visit. The tour begins at Imjingak Park, a memorial site 7 km south of the border. Here, you encounter the Bridge of Freedom, where nearly 13,000 POWs returned home after the 1953 armistice, and a bullet-riddled steam locomotive that serves as a haunting relic of the war’s destruction.
The core of the experience is descending 73 meters into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a narrow 1.6-kilometer passage secretly dug by North Korean forces for a potential surprise invasion. Before entering, you visit the DMZ Theater and Exhibition Hall to view historical footage and artifacts that explain the tunnel’s discovery and the Peninsula’s division.
The journey concludes with a visit to the Dora Observatory on Mount Dora. Through high-powered telescopes, you can look across the 4km-wide buffer zone into North Korea to see the “Propaganda Village” (Kijong-dong) and, on clear days, the city of Kaesong. Please bring your passport.
At 8:00 PM, assist to the Myeongdong NANTA performance. (independently, no transportation). NANTA is one of Korea’s top performances, a show about four chefs who must prepare a wedding banquet in just one hour. The entire show has no spoken dialogue, yet plenty of comedy and romance, too.
After the show is over, please return to the hotel on your own.
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 14 SEOUL – NAMI ISLAND – SEOUL
Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel. Located approximately 1h drive from Seoul, Nami Island is a half-moon-shaped river island famous for its scenic tree-lined paths and its role as a filming location for the K-drama Winter Sonata. Explore the iconic Metasequoia and Ginkgo tree lanes, which transform with the seasons, offering cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant red-gold foliage in autumn.
On the way back, spend some time at the top of the Lotte World Tower, the tallest building in South Korea and 6th tallest in the world (555 meters), the Seoul Sky Observatory offers 360-degree panoramic views of Seoul from floors 117 to 123.
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 15 SEOUL
Spend the evening like locals do, gathered by the river with delicious Korean fried chicken in hand and a light breeze in the air. You’ll be treated to three popular flavors of Korean chicken, paired with traditional Korean drinks. You’ll play Korean traditional games. As the night winds down, we’ll step aboard a 50-minute Han River cruise and watch the city glow around us.
Return to your hotel with our driver around 11pm.
Meals : Breakfast
DAY 16 SEOUL - INCHEON
This concludes our service. We hope you return home safely.
Meals : Breakfast
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
Seoul
Amid Hotel 4*
Jeonju
Lahan Hotel Jeonju 4*
Gwangju
Holiday Inn Gwangju 4*
Busan
Busan Grand Josun hotel 5*
Gyeongju
Gyeongju Lahan Select Hotel 5*
Pyeongchang
Intercontinental Pyeongchang 5*
Jeju
Goldendaisy Hotel 4*
Astar Hotel 4*
| Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, | Land Package | |
| Daily Departures 2026 | Double Occupancy | Single Occupancy |
| March 1 – July 24 August 19 – November 30 | 6729 | 8769 |
Product Code: H
Blackout Dates: July 25 – August 18, 2026
Guaranteed departure with 2 participants.
Deposit of $1000 per person required at booking.
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