Itinerary
- Day 1
Seoul
You'll arrive in Seoul and head to your hotel, checking in from 3 PM. After settling in, you can freshen up or wander around on your own before the welcome meeting at 5 PM. Dinner includes Korean cuisine with the group, then you'll take the cable car up Namsan Mountain to N Tower for views across the city.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome group dinner with Korean cuisine)
Included Activities
- Welcome group dinner
- Cable car ride to Namsan Mountain
- Visit N Tower for panoramic city views
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Seoul
- Private airport transfer (available for booking)
Landmarks Namsan Mountain N Tower 
- Day 2
Seoul
Start the day at Gyeongbokgung Palace to catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. From there, head to Bukchon Hanok village where you'll try on traditional hanbok clothing, grab lunch locally, and then check out Insadong Art Street. If you're interested, there's optional K-pop karaoke in the evening.
- Meals
- Lunch (Delicious local lunch)
Included Activities
- Gyeongbokgung Palace visit
- Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
- Local lunch
Optional Activities
- Try on Hanbok at Bukchon Hanok village
- Explore Insadong Art Street
- K-Pop karaoke
Landmarks Gyeongbokgung Palace Bukchon Hanok village Insadong Art Street 
- Day 3
Seoul
An early 6:45 AM departure gets you to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). You'll look toward North Korea from the Observatory, explore tunnels dug under the DMZ, and hear from a North Korean defector. Back in Seoul, you'll walk through Hongdae's cultural area, catch an acrobatic Nanta Show in Myeongdong, and then have the option to grab drinks at local bars.
Included Activities
- DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) excursion
- DMZ Observatory visit
- DMZ tunnel exploration
- Chat with North Korean defector
- Hongdae cultural area exploration
- Nanta Show in Myeongdong
Optional Activities
- Drinks at local bars in Seoul
Landmarks Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Hongdae Myeongdong - Day 4
Seoul to Gyeongju
The high-speed train takes you south to Gyeongju, once the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom. You'll cycle around the city in the afternoon, stopping at Chunmachong Ancient Tombs, Daereungwon Tumuli Park, and Cheomseongdae astronomical observatory. Dinner happens at a traditional hanok house with views of Anapji Pond at night, then you'll sleep in simple hanok accommodation.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at a traditional Hanok house)
Included Activities
- High-speed train journey to Gyeongju
- Cycle ride around Gyeongju
- Chunmachong Ancient Tombs visit
- Daereungwon Tumuli Park visit
- Cheomseongdae visit
- Group dinner at traditional Hanok house
- Night-time views of Anapji Pond
Optional Activities
- Sample traditional liquor
Landmarks Chunmachong Ancient Tombs Daereungwon Tumuli Park Cheomseongdae Anapji Pond - Day 5
Gyeongju to Golgulsa Temple to Busan
A private bus takes you into the mountains to reach Golgulsa Temple. You'll participate in temple life including prayer, meditation, archery, and a sunmudo martial arts demonstration. There's hiking around the temple grounds, communal work, and vegetarian meals. Later, you'll travel by bus to Busan for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional vegetarian dinner at the temple)
Included Activities
- Golgulsa Temple visit
- Prayer session at temple
- Meditation session
- Archery at temple
- Sunmudo martial arts demonstration
- Hiking in temple surroundings
- Communal work at temple
- Traditional vegetarian dinner at temple
Landmarks Golgulsa Temple - Day 6
Busan
Explore Busan's culture by visiting Haedong Yonggungsa Temple set into the cliffs, then head to Gamcheon Culture Village (often compared to Machu Picchu). The Songdo Marine Cable Car gives you high views of the city and ocean. For dinner, check out BIFF Square to see Korean film star handprints, with optional drinks in Haeundae afterwards.
Included Activities
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple visit
- Gamcheon Culture Village exploration
- Songdo Marine Cable Car ride
Optional Activities
- Dinner at BIFF Square
- Drinks at Haeundae
Landmarks Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Gamcheon Culture Village Songdo Marine Cable Car BIFF Square 
- Day 7
Busan
Begin with a traditional Korean cooking class making local dishes. You'll have free time to either relax at a jjimjilbang (Korean spa) or visit nearby beaches. Try Busan-style hotteoks (fried pancakes), and there's an optional pottery making class in the afternoon. The evening includes a boat party and guide-led experience in Haeundae with drinks and dinner (your own cost).
Included Activities
- Traditional Korean cooking class
Optional Activities
- Relax at jjimjilbang (Korean spa)
- Visit beaches
- Sample Busan-style hotteoks
- Pottery making class
- Evening boat party
- Guide-led experience in Haeundae with drinks and dinner
Landmarks Haeundae 
- Day 8
Busan to Jeju Island
A flight gets you to Jeju Island, known as Korea's 'Hawaii'. Upon arrival, you'll go on an included yacht sailing and fishing trip. The afternoon is yours to spend at Olle market browsing seafood, relaxing at Jungmu Beach, or seeing Cheonjiyeon Waterfall and other natural sites.
Included Activities
- Flight to Jeju Island
- Yacht sailing and fishing
Optional Activities
- Visit Olle market for seafood
- Relax at Jungmu Beach
- Visit Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
Landmarks Jeju Island Olle market Jungmu Beach Cheonjiyeon Waterfall - Day 9
Jeju Island
You'll hike the Jeju Olle Trail with views of waterfalls and coastal landscapes. After lunch, continue to Oedolgae Rock with volcanic cliff views and yellow canola fields. Afternoon time lets you hit the beach or explore alternatives like Sangumburi crater, Seongsan Ilchulbang Sunrise Peak, or Jeju Folk Village. The final night brings a BBQ party with sunset drinks to reflect on your Korean journey.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch break during Jeju Olle Trail hike), Dinner (Farewell BBQ party at a local restaurant with sunset drinks)
Included Activities
- Jeju Olle Trail hike
- Hike to Oedolgae Rock
- Lunch break during hike
- Farewell BBQ party with sunset drinks
Optional Activities
- Beach time
- Visit Sangumburi crater
- Hike Seongsan Ilchulbang (Sunrise Peak)
- Visit Jeju Folk Village
Landmarks Jeju Olle Trail Oedolgae Rock Sangumburi Seongsan Ilchulbang Jeju Folk Village 
- Day 10
Jeju Island to Seoul
An included flight returns you to Seoul Gimpo Airport (GMP), landing around 1 PM where the tour ends. Keep in mind that international flights leave from Incheon International Airport (ICN) instead, about 50 minutes away via the AREX airport express train. Book your international flight to depart no earlier than 5 PM.
Included Activities
- Flight to Seoul Gimpo Airport
Landmarks Seoul Gimpo Airport Incheon International Airport
