View allI would strongly encourage and recommend this tour. Great sights to see. Wonderful food to eat.
Yoli, traveled in October
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- Culture Trip
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 4 - 18
- Age range 25 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the tunnels of the Demilitarized Zone near the North Korean border*
- Go Hiking in Seoraksan National Park
- Practice martial arts and meditation at a hillside Buddhist temple
- Cycle through Gyeongju, the former capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom
- Learn how to cook authentic South Korean dishes in Busan
- Enjoy bibimbap and makgeolli in the foodie hub of Jeonju
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival in Seoul
- Day 2 Visit Seoul’s most important sights, explore a traditional village and sing Karaoke
- Day 3 Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) *
- Day 4 Hike in Seoraksan National Park and visit Abai Village
- Day 5 Take a cycling tour of Gyeongju and dine in a Hanok
- Day 6 Learn traditional martial arts and meditation at a Buddhist temple
- Day 7 Ride a cable car in Busan and enjoy a cooking class
- Day 8 Explore Busan and taste soju on the beach
- Day 9 Gorge on bibimbap and explore the Hanok village of Jeonju
- Day 10 Return to Seoul to mark the end of our trip
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
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Culture Trip
Number of tours
16
Age Range
25 to 99 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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- LMLesley· June 11th, 2024I highly recommend the Soulful South Korea trip. It was a busy trip but an excellent way to see a variety of cities and other areas of South Korea and to take part in a variety of activities - some perhaps once in a lifetime - all wonderfully organised by our Local Insider Yong. As someone who is not particularly fit I was initially concerned about the amount of activity involved in the trip but I found this to be manageable and Yong. who went above and beyond to support our group and also to give us as authentic an experience of Korea as possible, was able to be flexible regarding the activities when necessary. It was a brilliant introduction to a beautiful and interesting country, shared by a wonderful group of peopleShow more
Culture Trip commented on this reviewThank you for your kind review. We really appreciate it and we’re glad you had such a lovely time on our trip. We hope to see you again soon!Trip date: May 2024 - SDStuart· May 31st, 2024We had a fantastic time and I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone. There was a huge variety of experiences, from staying in high rise hotels to the the floor of a Buddhist Temple. Yong was a superb tour guide and included us all things he recommended in the evening even though he was off the clock. Book with confidenceShow moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you for taking the time to leave us a review following your recent trip with us to South Korea. We are pleased to hear that you had a brilliant time exploring South Korea and all it has to offer and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- Jacob· April 4th, 2024It was a great trip! We kept busy the entire time while also having some free time, had a lot of really great traditional Korean food at spots you would probably never find otherwise. And did a lot of activities! A lot of tours tend to be less focused on food/activity and more on museums/things to see. So it was nice to get one to keep me active! Everything was nicely planned and alternatives were always ready should there be bad weather.Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you for your lovely review, we are glad to hear that you had a great time on our Taiwan trip and we look forward to welcoming you on another one of our trips in the future!Trip date: March 2024
- Axel· October 29th, 2023We had a wonderful time on an excellent culture trip with a wonderful group,- really like a family. Our local tour guide Sam showed us a lot of cultural and historical sights with background information. He looked for the group like a father and showed us a really southful South Korea with a lot of heart and soul. Thank you, Sam. It was an amazing, unforgetable time for us and we will keep it in good memories. It was a pleasure to travel with all of you.Show moreTrip date: October 2023
- GWGaia· October 21st, 2023The Soulful South Korea Tour was excellent. The tour guide Sam was excellent. He always provided background and information at all the sites we visited. This tour hits 4 out of the five provinces in S. Korea. I feel like we got see the majority of the country. There was a fair amount of walking but that helped balance all the wonderful food we ate. There were only 15 guests on our tour and that was a nice amount. Most of the travelers were from various states in America and one couple from Germany. Getting to know all the other travels was also a fun part of the trip. It was hard to say goodbye at the end as we felt like a family. Highly recommend this tour if you have never been to S. Korea.Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review! We are pleased to hear that you had a brilliant time on our Soulful South Korea trip. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Sam. We look forward to welcoming you onto another one of our trips in the... Show moreTrip date: October 2023
- RMReginald· October 19th, 2023The 10 day Soulful Korea tour was fast paced with a LOT of walking and hill climbing. If you are in at least average physical condition, you should ne able to enjoy the events. The tour events start the same day as the meeting, be prepared to take that first hike. From there you will see many historical and cultural sites in various cities around S. Korea. We had an AWESOME tour guide, Sam Kim. He was very informative regarding historical and cultural locations and events. He provided a bond with the travel group and made us all closer as the trip continued.Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you Reginald for your review following your recent trip with us to South Korea and the kind words about Sam, we will be sure to pass these onto him. We appreciate you taking the time to send us this feedback and we look forward to welcoming you... Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- AGAnil· October 19th, 2023Excellent tour, good variety of cultural activities. The tour guide Sam was superb.Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you Anil for your lovely review and the kind words about Sam. We appreciate you taking the time to send us this feedback and we cannot wait to welcome you on another one of our trips in the future!Trip date: September 2023
- Yoli· October 18th, 2023I would strongly encourage and recommend this tour. It provides a good sample of the major cities and attractions around South Korea that you might not be able to see on your own. The logistics of moving from city to city and meals and hotels would be distracting. I know that I liked and appreciated how Culture Tour had that all figured out and it happened without a hiccup. Great sights to see. Wonderful food to eat. I experienced such a varied lifestyle from city to city. Book it!Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review! We are glad to hear that you had a great time on our Soulful South Korea trip and we are loving the pictures that you have shared. We hope to welcome you on another one of our trips in the future!Trip date: October 2023
- Yoli· October 18th, 2023I would strongly encourage and recommend this...Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review! We are glad to hear that you had a great time on our Soulful South Korea trip and we hope to welcome you on another one of our trips in the future!Trip date: October 2023
- A-· June 13th, 2023I was extremely satisfied with Culture Trip and the provided itinerary for a first time traveller in South Korea. Jay was an awesome guide and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this tour.Show moreCulture Trip commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review and the kind words about Jay We appreciate you taking the time to send us this feedback and we cannot wait to welcome you on another trip in the future!Trip date: April 2023Review collected by Culture Trip
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Holly
Asked on April 20th, 2025Is this the price if I'm traveling single
Culture TripOperator•Written April 2025prices are per person. Once you select a date it will display options for wither a twin share room, which means you would be sharing with another same sex traveler, or a private solo occupancy room. When is it you are looking to join us in S.Korea?
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Laurie
Asked on April 20th, 2025We love sightseeing, culture, nature, beautifull sight for pictures, food, shopping, bullet train etc. Please let us know what the total will be with pickup airport and hotels with breakfast. NON-SMOKING and 2 different beds
- Culture TripOperator•Written April 2025
We are a tour operator that specialize in small group adventures. These are set in date and Itinerary to allow travelers to meet and travel as part of a small group. We do not offer individual travel services or itineraries.
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Greg
Asked on March 17th, 2025If one goes alone, can lodging in other hotels be single, meaning without sharing with others? Would this change the price?
- Culture TripOperator•Written March 2025
Yes, there is a private room option which you can select when making the booking. It is more than if you were to do a twin share option.
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Sven
Asked on December 9th, 2024What kind of support is available during the tour?
- Culture TripOperator•Written December 2024
A Local Insider will be available throughout the trip to assist with any issues.
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Olivia
Asked on December 3rd, 2024Is it possible to get a private room? How strenuous is the hike in the national forest? Is there some alternate activity?
- Culture TripOperator•Written December 2024
Yes, there is an option via Tour Radar to select a private room. The hiking is approx. 3 miles over a 2 hour period. It's fine not to partake in an activity and take some extra free time, however we do not arrange alternative's as the leader will be with the group.
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Nicole
Asked on November 23rd, 2024Is a Visa required for South Korea?
- Culture TripOperator•Written November 2024
You do not need a visa for tourist visits up to 90 days, but ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.
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Theo
Asked on October 24th, 2024Are airport transfers included in the tour?
- Culture TripOperator•Written October 2024
Airport transfers are not included, but options are available for you to make your way into the city.
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Toujer
Asked on September 29th, 2024Can I get a discount if I book for two people?
- Culture TripOperator•Written October 2024
Yes, booking for two people may provide a more favorable price per person.
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Patricia
Asked on September 15th, 2024Do you assist with booking international flights?
- Culture TripOperator•Written September 2024
Flights to and from your Culture Trip are not included allowing our travelers the flexibility to book a schedule and budget that works best for them. We are unable to book flights for you.
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Colin
Asked on September 14th, 2024Is there a minimum age requirement for the tour?
- Culture TripOperator•Written September 2024
The minimum age is 25, or 18 when traveling with family.
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