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Golden route by K-shuttle

8 days
Start and end in Seoul
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 40
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Explore Gyeongbokgung Palace and its ceremonies
  • Visit UNESCO sites: Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple
  • Stroll through Jeonju Hanok Village
  • Discover Suncheon Bay Garden and Yeosu's historic sites
  • Experience Seoul's vibrant culture and history

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Incheon airport, Seoul
  2. Day 2 Seoul tour
  3. Day 3 The Era of the Baekje Kingdom
  4. Day 4 Jeonju - Gwangju - Suncheon - Yeosu
  5. Day 5 Yeosu - Jinju - Busan - Gyeongju
  6. Day 6 Gyeongju - Andong - Pyeongchang
  7. Day 7 Pyeognchang - Mt.Sorak - Seoul
  8. Day 8 Seoul - Incheon airport
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US Travel Korea

4.4
(9 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.4
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  • Golden route by K-shuttle reviewer 1
    · May 11th, 2025
    The tour route is very good and the sites well worth seeing. Our tour guide Justin was very knowledgeable on Korean history and provided us with an excellent book that he created containing information on Korea and the sites we visited. The hotels were comfortable and of a good standard. The breakfasts were excellent with choices available for all tastes. The only negative was that we didn't get enough time to fully explore most of the sites visited.
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • AG
    · March 30th, 2025
    The tour was a great snap shot of South Korea. Our guide, Andy made the tour run seamlessly, despite the fast pace of it. Andy made sure each and every person was taken care of and we learnt so much about the South Korean history from him during our travels. Thanks so much Andy for sharing all your stories!
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    US Travel Korea commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience. We are really happy that through the tour, you were able to create wonderful memories of Korea.
    Trip date: March 2025
  • DD
    · December 21st, 2024
    Andy was an excellent guide, he always went above and beyond for us and was so knowledgeable about Korea and beyond. I highly recommend Andy and this tour.
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    US Travel Korea commented on this review
    Hello Kevin This is Habin from US TRAVEL KOREA Thank you for leaving a review. We're truly grateful to hear that you were satisfied with the tour. We hope you'll continue to use our tours in the future. Thank you!
    Trip date: December 2024
  • XL
    · September 11th, 2024
    The itinerary was very good. The hotels and breakfast were great. The tour guide gave us many useful information about Korea. I definitely recommend this tour.
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    Trip date: August 2024
  • Golden route by K-shuttle reviewer 5
    · May 11th, 2024
    Dear TourRadar, Im back home from a wonderful...
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Golden route by K-shuttle reviewer 6
    · October 15th, 2023
    Most of this tour’s destination were just ok, only 2 locations were better and the duration of stay per location can use some improvements. For example, they gave us over 2 hours at one temple and not enough time at the national park. Most of our lunch times were pressed short, everything is in Korean so we have to google translate after waiting in lines after we find which place we want to order from. And it went on like that throughout our week. I read the itinerary when I signed up but their details were not very clear. We take at least 1 multi day tour if not more during our vacations and this tour did not compare at all. After this tour ended, we had a few extra days left and trained back to Busan, bought a day tour in Busan and it had so much more to see. The good parts of this tour was that we got to visit all the different villages and learned some of their history.
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    Trip date: October 2023

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Golden route by K-shuttle
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    Irene

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    Why does the tour go to Gimhae airport? Who is departing from there? Why does the tour go to Busan Station? Can you explain what happens during this time?

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    Transport
    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten March 2025

      Gimhae Airport is a stop for those going to Jeju, and Busan Station is a stop for passengers being picked up in Busan. However, these stops are not mandatory and will only be made if there are passengers at those locations. On the date you selected, there will be passengers going to Jeju, so we are planning to stop at Gimhae Airport.

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      Irene

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      How long do we spend at each site? How long at The Tomb of King Muryeong? How long at Gongsanseong Fortress? How long at Jeonju Hanok Village? What time would we arrive at the hotel? Are there local restaurants to eat at? How long will we be given for lunch?

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten March 2025

      In the K-Shuttle program, we typically stay at each tourist site for about 1 hour. Lunch break is also about 1 hour long. As for hotel check-in, it usually takes place between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM, depending on traffic and local conditions.

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      Irene

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      If we book this tour do you know which hotel we will stay at in Seoul? Also, which hotel we would stay in at Jeonju?

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten March 2025

      As of May 2nd, the hotels we offer are: Seoul: Swiss Grand Hotel, Jeonju: Best Western Hotel Jeonju, Yeosu: Ramada Hotel Yeosu, Gyeongju: Comodo Hotel Gyeongju, Pyeongchang: Phoenix Hotel Pyeongchang.

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    Emily

    Asked on March 16th, 2025

    What are the transportation options from the airport to the hotel?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten March 2025

      The most affordable transportation option from the airport to the hotel is using a limousine bus, which costs approximately KRW 18,000 per person.

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    Mirjam

    Asked on January 23rd, 2025

    How do I know where exactly to meet for the tour?

    Tour Details
    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten January 2025

      You will meet the guide at the hotel lobby at 8:40 AM on the day your tour begins.

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    Janice

    Asked on January 17th, 2025

    Is Triple Share available? If so, how much is it per person?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten January 2025

      After checking the requested dates, the tour is available, and a triple bed is also possible. The cost is USD 1499 per person, the same as the twin bed.

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    Emmelie

    Asked on January 14th, 2025

    Is transportation to secondary locations included in the initial tour package?

    Transport
    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten January 2025

      No, transportation to other locations outside of the defined itinerary requires an additional fee.

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    Mer

    Asked on January 9th, 2025

    What happens if my arrival is not on the scheduled first day of the tour?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten January 2025

      If your arrival does not coincide with the start of the tour, airport transfer services might not be available unless you book the hotel through the tour service.

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    Jade

    Asked on January 2nd, 2025

    Can I be picked up and let down at Seoul airport at different time and date during arrival and departure as I wish to stay a few days in Seoul before and after the tour

    Flights / Transfers
    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten January 2025

      If it is not Friday arrival and departure, please understand that it is impossible to provide airport transfer unless you make a pre/post hotel reservation through us. The extra night cost at Swiss Grand Hotel is USD220 per room, per night included 2PAX breakfast.

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    Dana

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

    If i extend my sty in the same hotel can i still use the transit service to the airport.

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten December 2024

      If it is not Friday arrival, departure and arrival, please understand that it is impossible to provide airport transfer unless you make a hotel reservation through us. The extra night in Seoul hotel, Swiss Grand Hotel, cost is USD 220 per room, per night included breakfast.

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    Shelley

    Asked on December 9th, 2024

    1-Pre tour hotel - what hotel do you provide and cost per night ? Does that include transfer from airport to hotel in this situation. 2-Day 8 - last day -re Transfer included- do we get transfer included no matter what time our flight depart from Incheon? 3-Is tour definitely to go departure 17/10/2025 to 24/10/2025 4- Are most hotels centrally located ? Or near transportation so can get out at night or go shopping if desire

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten December 2024

      The hotel we offer in Seoul is the Swiss Grand Hotel, a 4-star hotel. The price is 220 USD per night. Additionally, if you book the hotel through us, airport transfer service is available, however if you book the hotel independently, the airport transfer is not provided. Yes, that is correct. If you provide us with the detailed flight schedule, we will provide the transfer regardless of the time. Yes, everything is expected to proceed as planned. Currently, 7 people have already booked for the same date, so unless any special circumstances occur, it will proceed as scheduled.

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      Shelley

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      If we decided to stay back in Myeongdong at the end of the tour, instead of airport transfer, are you able to drop us off near there or to a convenient train station.

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, that's possible. If you let me know the location you prefer and the pickup time at the Swiss Grand, I can pass that information to the driver. We kindly ask that the destination be a hotel in Myeongdong if possible, as it would be easier to explain to the driver.

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      Shelley

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      We are definitely interested to book. Trip 10/10 to 17/10/2025 We are coming from Kuala Lumpur to Incheon, flight arriving on 10/10/2025 at 2310 ( 1110 pm ). Just wanted to confirm that you will be able to provide transfer at that time to go to the tour hotel on that day. On day 8 ( 17/10/25 ) destination will be hotel in Myeongdong and will give information once we booked. Just like to confirm the above before we make booking.

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten December 2024

      After checking the requested dates, I can confirm that the tour is available. Additionally, airport transfer service is available at the arrival time you mentioned. When you make the reservation, please let me know the specific flight details and the name of the hotel in Myeongdong you will be booking.

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    Laurence

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    Can I arrange for additional nights at the hotel before or after the tour?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten November 2024

      You can book additional nights at the designated tour hotel for a fee of $140 per room, per night. This includes breakfast for two.

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