South Korea Tours in December 2025
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10 best South Korea trips in December 2025
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- Korean World Heritage Adventure 11D/10N
- South Korea Real Food Adventure
- Golden route by K-shuttle
- South Korea Express
- Korea Express
- The Essence of Korea and Jeju Island
- Perfection of Korea
- 【South Korea】10 Days Scenic South Korea with Hanbok Royal Cuisine Experience Tour Packages
- Best of South Korea
- South Korea in Classic: From Seoul to Jeju Island (Private Tailored)
Korean World Heritage Adventure 11D/10N
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The transportation was comfortable and convenient, and the tours gave us a great insight into the culture and history of the country.”
Caius, traveled in April
Duration 11 days Destinations Seoul, Jeju-do, Busan, Daegu, Gangneung Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel December departure dates
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- NZ$7,638
Duration 8 days Destinations Seoul, Jeonju, Busan Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel December departure dates
11 Dec, 2025 6 spaces left From $5,615
25% Off- NZ$4,211You save $1,404
Golden route by K-shuttle
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a great snap shot of South Korea. We learnt so much about the South Korean history.”
Amanda, traveled in March
Duration 8 days Destinations Seoul, Jeonju, Yeosu, Jinju, Busan, Gyeongju, Pyeongchang, Sokcho Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator US Travel Korea December departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 12 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
25% Off- NZ$2,536
South Korea Express
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My dream travel just came true. From beginning till the end perfect organized.”
Sonja, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Seoul, Gongju, Jeonju, Gwangju, Suncheon, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong, WonjuSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator MW Tours December departure dates
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25% Off- NZ$3,709
Korea Express
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great express tour of South Korea taking in the main sights.”
Philippa, traveled in November
Duration 7 days Destinations Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Busan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo December departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 21 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
25% Off- NZ$3,254
The Essence of Korea and Jeju Island
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Thanks to her, we left every site with a deeper appreciation and a genuine curiosity about Korea's past and present.”
Chelsea, traveled in June
Duration 9 days Destinations Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Busan, Jeju-do Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo December departure dates
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25% Off- NZ$4,102
Duration 9 days Destinations Seoul, Gongju, Jeonju, Gwangju, Suncheon, Yeosu, Jinju, Jeju-do, Busan, GyeongjuSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator US Travel Korea December departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 14 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
25% Off- NZ$5,581
【South Korea】10 Days Scenic South Korea with Hanbok Royal Cuisine Experience Tour Packages
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip provided a great opportunity to experience Korean culture and view Korea. I would definitely recommend Tourradar.”
Daniyah, traveled in December
Duration 10 days Destinations Seoul, Gongju, Jeonju, Gwangju, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong, Wonju Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Delightful Travel December departure dates
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25% Off- NZ$4,452
Best of South Korea
43 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The thing that made this tour so excellent was our guide - Priya. She went above and beyond for everything.”
Leola, traveled in April
Duration 8 days Destinations Seoul, Busan, Gyeongju Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $4,819
25% Off- NZ$3,614You save $1,205
South Korea in Classic: From Seoul to Jeju Island (Private Tailored)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were very comfortable, clean, and well-equipped. The transportation, vehicles, drivers, and guides were also excellent.”
Leonard, traveled in June
Duration 9 days Destinations Seoul, Andong, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Odynovo December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left From $8,310
10% Off- NZ$7,479You save $831
What people love about South Korea Tours in December
- South Korea Express
Great tour guide and tour but very poor choice of hotels which had no AC and no food options either in the hotel or nearby.
- Korea Express
If limited for time as we were, it's a fair option to get a feel of S.Korea. Accomodation, breakfast and lunch are included and we could choose where we had dinner. But, I would have to go back for a more complete visit since I missed out on some places I wanted to see in Seoul and Busan.
- South Korea in Classic: From Seoul to Jeju Island (Private Tailored)
When it comes to travel, we all know there’s so many different options, tho we were so lucky to come across Odynovo, it was the BEST choice as we were planning a Japan & South Korea Tour Lynn, Senior advisor at Odynovo was always super helpful and profesional providing the best itinerary options for our needs, giving different alternatives and giving details on each one so we could make the best out of our trip, she really delivered personalised service to fit our preferences as customers Everything worked perfectly from day 1 an until last day, from airport pick up, to hotels & tours, with very helpful drivers and also tour guides, everything was on time and wonderful As for the tour guides, in Tokyo we had Lyn who was great, super knowledgeable about the tours topics and also very helpful overall, even taking great pictures And for Seoul, we also had an amazing tour guide: Jones, who was the BEST !, he was very patient explaining all, super flexible if we had a request and super helpful, he truly was AMAZING ! He would always make sure we were ok and enjoying the tour ! So in summary, we had an unforgettable trip to both Tokyo & Seoul and if we travel in the future, I will definitely use Odynovo again ! Thank you !
What our customers ask about South Korea Tours in December 2025
What special festivals or events happen in South Korea during December?
South Korea's December calendar features several festive celebrations. The Seoul Christmas Festival brings light installations along Cheonggyecheon Stream while the Busan Christmas Tree Festival fills Nampo-dong with holiday decorations. In Gapyeong the Petite France Cultural Village hosts winter events and performances that showcase Korean culture. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The December festivals really made our temple stay at Golgulsa extra magical with all the holiday decorations and traditional performances."
Which South Korean cities are best to visit in December?
Seoul comes alive in winter with snow-dusted views from N Seoul Tower and quiet walks through Bukchon Hanok Village. Busan offers a gentler winter climate perfect for exploring Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and Gamcheon Culture Village without peak season crowds. Pyeongchang draws winter sports fans to its 2018 Olympic venues. Visitors find comfortable bases at properties like LOTTE City Hotel Mapo in Seoul or Ramada Encore in Busan. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The combination of Seoul's modern energy and Pyeongchang's winter activities made December an unforgettable experience."
What are the best winter activities to do in South Korea during December?
December in South Korea brings opportunities for skiing at Pyeongchang's Olympic venues warming up in traditional jjimjilbangs like Dragon Hill Spa and sampling hot street food at Gwangjang Market. A TourRadar traveler shares: "We loved visiting the DMZ in December. The clear winter air made visibility perfect for viewing North Korea from the observatory and the Westin Josun Seoul provided a cozy base for exploring."
What is the weather like in South Korea during December?
Seoul sees temperatures from -7°C to 3°C during December while Busan stays milder at 0-8°C. Jeju Island maintains moderate temperatures between 5-13°C. The cold dry conditions make winter activities at Pyeongchang's venues popular. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The winter scenery especially around Mount Seorak National Park was breathtaking even though it was quite cold." Pack warm layers for visiting sites like Bulguksa Temple or the DMZ area.
What are the top cultural experiences available in South Korea during December?
December visitors can join temple stays at Jogyesa Temple explore traditional hanoks in Bukchon Village and participate in seasonal tea ceremonies. The Grand Hyatt Jeju offers cultural programs while Gyeongju's Bulguksa Temple sees fewer visitors than summer months. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The traditional activities felt more authentic in winter especially the temple stay where we could really immerse ourselves in the peaceful atmosphere without tourist crowds."
What is the price range for South Korea tours in December?
Tour prices start at 1614 USD for group experiences and reach 7635 USD for private luxury options. Popular 13-day tours average 2049 USD per person with accommodations at places like Fraser Place Namdaemun or Grand Hyatt Jeju affecting costs. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The December prices were worth it for the festive atmosphere and smaller crowds at major attractions."