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Essence of Korea

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 the DMZ and its historic sites
  • Witness the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
  • Stroll through Busan's Haeundae Beach
  • Discover Gyeongju's ancient treasures
  • Visit the UNESCO site Seoraksan National Park

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Airport private transfer only
  2. Day 2 Seoul tour
  3. Day 3 Seoul to Busan
  4. Day 4 Busan tour
  5. Day 5 Gyeongju tour
  6. Day 6 TripitakaKoreana ”(UNESCO world heritage)
  7. Day 7 Mt.Seorak
  8. Day 8 Airport private transfer only
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  • Insurance
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Operated by

US Travel Korea

4.4
(9 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Brad
    · 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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  • Amanda
    · 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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  • Maria
    · December 26th, 2024
    I think everything was ok
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8 days
Essence of Korea
From Seoul to Seoul

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    Lori

    Asked on June 18th, 2024

    Are tours generally filled to the 40 max? Does the tour guide recommend restaurants in the evening that the individuals can go to dinner as a group? Or is everyone on their own to find a place to eat?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten June 2024

      Day 2 and Day 3 tours operate for a maximum of 40 people, with an average of 30 people. Day 4 to Day 7 tours operate for a maximum of 35 people, with an average of 16 people.

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      Lori

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      When taking the high speed train, is each individual responsible for getting their luggage onto the train and off the train and to the transfer bus? DMZ return says drop off at City Hall. Does each individual have to provide their own transportation to their hotel? The topic transportation only mentions high train and private transfers to and from airport. What moves us from sight to sight-a van, a car, a motor coach? Day 4 mentions a car for transportation. If buses are not allowed into Seoraksan National Park in October, the walk of 3.6 km is it flat walking mountain up walking to entrance? What can be seen if we are on foot? What is substituted for the day if we are not going to the national park? All the sites mentioned in the itinerary are the entrance fees covered with the trip cost?

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten June 2024

      1. When taking the high speed train, it is each individual responsible for getting their luggage onto the train and off the train. Upon departure, the driver will escort you to your seat, and upon arrival the another driver will wait for you infront of your train compartment. 2. The ending point of the DMZ tour is City Hall, and you must move from City Hall to your hotel on your own. 3. Vehicles is depending on the number of people on the tour, and are operated by VAN for up to 5 people, minibus for up to 10 people, and coach bus for 11 or more people. 4. The walk of 3.6 km is it flat walking mountain up walking to entrance. If you can't go to Mt. Seorak, there is no alternative tourist destination because there is a lot of traffic at that time. 5. All the sites mentioned in the itinerary are the entrance fees covered with the trip cost. And please note that our tour program required minimum 2PAX.

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    Gina

    Asked on August 8th, 2023

    Can you confirm availability for 1 traveler in a single room?

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    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten August 2023

      Our tour program requires minimum 2 people. There are no reservations on 29 August, 2023. We can confirm reservations on 5 September, 2023.

    • US Travel KoreaOperatorWritten August 2023

      US Travel Korea does not have availability for 29th August 2023. They have availability on 5th September 2023 - would this suit your travel plans?

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before August 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with US Travel Korea. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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