Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Seoul
You'll arrive at Incheon Airport and get picked up for transfer to your hotel in central Seoul. From there, the day is open for you to settle in, rest, or wander around and get familiar with the city on your own terms.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Seoul's ancient palaces and shrines
- Shop at dynamic markets
- Sample diverse Korean cuisine
- Experience Seoul's vibrant nightlife
- Day 2
Seoul Sightseeing
Start the day at Gyeongbokgung Palace and head to the National Folk Museum to learn about Korean history. After that, you'll check out the calm Jogyesa Temple, then wander through Insadong's artistic antique alley. Walk along the peaceful Cheonggycheon Stream in the afternoon, and by evening, head up Seoul Tower to catch the city lights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Explore National Folk Museum
- Visit Jogyesa Temple
- Explore Insadong antique alley
- Stroll along Cheonggycheon Stream
- Visit Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan with observatory views
Optional Activities
- Shop at local amethyst shop
- Shop at local ginseng shop
Landmarks/POIs Gyeongbokgung Palace National Folk Museum Jogyesa Temple Insadong Cheonggycheon Stream Seoul Tower - Day 3
Seoul to Gyeongju via Andong
Travel south from Seoul to Andong and explore Hahoe Village, a UNESCO site with around 130 traditional houses preserved over generations. Stop by the Andong Folk Museum to learn about Korean Confucianism and local traditions, then continue on to Gyeongju where you'll stay for two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hahoe Village
- Visit Andong Folk Museum
Landmarks/POIs Hahoe Village Andong Folk Museum - Day 4
Gyeongju
You'll spend the day in Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom. Visit the Gyeongju National Museum to see the historic Emille Bell and other Silla artifacts, walk through the grass-covered burial mounds at Tumuli Park, check out Cheomseongdae Observatory, and finish with a quiet walk around Anapji Pond as the day winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Gyeongju National Museum
- Explore Tumuli Park
- Visit Cheomseongdae Observatory
- Stroll around Anapji Pond
Landmarks/POIs Gyeongju National Museum Tumuli Park Cheomseongdae Observatory Anapji Pond - Day 5
Gyeongju to Seoul
Head to two UNESCO World Heritage temples: Seokguram Grotto on Toham Mountain, which is a Buddhist art masterpiece, and Bulguksa Temple, built in 528 AD. After exploring these sites, you'll travel back to Seoul for your final night. If you want, you can experience Seoul's nightlife or try chimaek, the local combo of fried chicken and beer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Seokguram Grotto
- Visit Bulguksa Temple
Optional Activities
- Experience Seoul's vibrant nightlife
- Enjoy chimaek (fried chicken and beer)
Landmarks/POIs Seokguram Grotto Bulguksa Temple - Day 6
Departure from Seoul
After breakfast and checking out of your hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to do as you like. Later, you'll head to the airport for your flight out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
