Itinerary
- Day 1
Seoul
You'll arrive in Seoul and meet up with your Adventure Leader for an orientation briefing. After that, head down to Myeongdong's underground shopping center where you can browse K-pop merchandise and pick up whatever catches your eye. Later in the afternoon, take the cable car up Namsan Mountain and visit Seoul N Tower, which gives you panoramic views across the entire city and surrounding areas.
Included Activities
- Namsan Mountain Cable Car ride
- Seoul N Tower visit
Optional Activities
- Group dinner in Myeongdong
- Myeongdong Underground Shopping Center exploration
Landmarks/POIs Namsan Mountain Seoul N Tower Myeongdong Myeongdong Underground Shopping Center - Day 2
Seoul DMZ to K-Pop
Travel north to the Demilitarized Zone this morning for one of the more intense parts of the trip. You'll visit Dora Observatory and the Third Tunnel, getting as close as 170m to North Korea, which really puts things in perspective. Back in Seoul by afternoon, you'll participate in a Q&A session with a North Korean defector who shares firsthand insights. Your evening includes a K-pop dance class with professional choreographers, so wear comfortable clothing and be ready to move.
Included Activities
- Dora Observatory visit
- Third Tunnel descent and exploration
- Q&A session with North Korean defector
- K-Pop Dance Class in Seoul
Optional Activities
- Night out in Hongdae
Landmarks/POIs Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Dora Observatory Third Tunnel Hongdae - Day 3
Seoul Palaces and Culture
Start early to catch the 10am Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace, which is worth getting there on time for. From there, wander through Bukchon Hanok Village with its traditional Korean houses and narrow alleys, then explore Insadong's galleries and shops. Stop by KTown4U to check out more K-pop merchandise, and later try creating your own music video at HIKR Ground where you'll learn about K-wave culture and trends.
Included Activities
- Gyeongbokgung Palace entry and Royal Guard Changing Ceremony viewing
- HIKR Ground visit and K-Wave culture experience with music video creation
Optional Activities
- Hanbok rental and palace exploration in traditional dress
- KTown4U K-Pop memorabilia browsing
- Group dinner and drinks in Itaewon
Landmarks/POIs Gyeongbokgung Palace Bukchon Hanok Village Insadong KTown4U HIKR Ground Itaewon - Day 4
Seoul Gangnam District
Spend the day in Gangnam exploring the K-pop hotspots that helped make the district famous. Walk down Hallyu K-Star Road and see the legendary Gangnam Dolls, then head to COEX Mall to see its iconic library and the famous Gangnam Style statue. After that, visit HYBE Insight in the nearby Samseong district to learn about the entertainment industry. Later you'll take a leisurely stroll through BTS RM Forest before having a free evening in Jamsil to relax and grab dinner wherever you'd like.
Optional Activities
- Hallyu K-Star Road and Gangnam Dolls photo opportunity
- COEX Mall exploration including library and shops
- HYBE Insight visit
- BTS RM Forest stroll
- Jamsil district evening exploration
Landmarks/POIs Hallyu K-Star Road Gangnam Dolls COEX Mall Gangnam Style statue HYBE Insight BTS RM Forest Jamsil - Day 5
Seoul to Gwangju
Travel from Seoul to Gwangju this morning and check into your hostel in the afternoon. Once settled, explore Chungjang K-Pop Star Street where you'll see handprints and memorabilia from various idols. Walk through and see the Hope World sculpture celebrating BTS's J-Hope, then wander the colorful Penguin Village with its artistic murals dedicated to J-Hope throughout the alleyways.
Included Activities
- Chungjang K-Pop Star Street visit
- Hope World sculpture visit
- Penguin Village exploration
Optional Activities
- 1913 Songjong Station Market exploration
Landmarks/POIs Chungjang K-Pop Star Street Hope World sculpture Penguin Village 1913 Songjong Station Market - Day 6
Gwangju to Busan
Take the bus to Busan early and explore Gamcheon Culture Village, a popular filming location with vibrant murals dedicated to BTS members Jimin and Jungkook. The village itself is worth spending time wandering through. Enjoy Songdo Beach and ride the included Songdo Marine Cable Car for coastal views, then visit BIFF Entertainment Square for street food options and shopping. You'll have a free evening to explore Busan at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Songdo Marine Cable Car ride in Busan
Optional Activities
- Gamcheon Culture Village visit and photo opportunities
- BIFF Entertainment Square street food and shopping
Landmarks/POIs Gamcheon Culture Village Songdo Beach Songdo Marine Cable Car BIFF Entertainment Square - Day 7
Busan
Start your morning at Busan Citizen Park where BTS's V has visited, and you can capture photos at his iconic spot. Afterward, you can either relax at a traditional Korean jjimjilbang bathhouse to soak and unwind, or head to Dadaepo Beach, which is Jimin's favorite Busan location, where there's a grand fountain at the Nakdonggang estuary meeting the South Sea. If you're in the mood later, there's an optional K-pop karaoke session available in Haeundae in the evening.
Optional Activities
- Busan Citizen Park visit and V photo spot
- Korean jjimjilbang (traditional bathhouse) visit
- Dadaepo Beach visit
- K-Pop karaoke in Haeundae
Landmarks/POIs Busan Citizen Park Dadaepo Beach Nakdonggang estuary Haeundae - Day 8
Busan to Seoul
Return to Seoul this morning via high-speed KTX rail, which is comfortable and efficient. Once you arrive, you'll participate in an included makeup masterclass led by top Seoul makeup artists who'll teach you cosmetics and application techniques used by K-pop and K-drama stars. It's a hands-on class where you'll actually practice the looks.
Included Activities
- KTX high-speed rail transfer from Busan to Seoul
- Makeup Masterclass in Seoul
Landmarks/POIs Seoul - Day 9
Departure
Your tour concludes today. Say goodbye to your Adventure Leader and head to the airport for your onward flight.
