Itinerary
- Day 1
Seoul
You'll arrive in Seoul whenever works for you, then spend the day checking out the city on your own. Later in the evening, you'll meet up with your group and CEO for an orientation walk through the streets. After that, head out for a welcome dinner with everyone, and if you're interested, tag along for drinks or karaoke with the group to kick off the trip.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Dinner - Korean food)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Dream Guest House)
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
- Orientation Walk
- Welcome Dinner
Optional Activities
- First Night Out - Drinks and Karaoke
- Day 2
Seoul
Start the day at HiKR Ground where you can try K-pop dancing, then walk over to Ikseon-Dong Alley for some shopping and photos. Grab lunch on your own somewhere in the area. In the afternoon, explore Gwangjang Market and try some local Korean snacks. The rest of your evening is free to wander around Seoul however you'd like.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Dream Guest House)
Included Activities
- HiKR Ground
- Ikseon-Dong Alley
- Gwangjang Market Visit
Landmarks Ikseon-Dong Alley Gwangjang Market - Day 3
Seoul
This day is completely yours to plan. You can visit the DMZ for a historical experience, take a K-pop dance class, join a Seoul City Tour with the group, or try a Korean cooking class if you want to learn how to make local dishes. It's all up to what interests you most.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Dream Guest House)
Optional Activities
- DMZ Visit
- K-pop Dance Class
- Seoul City Tour
- Korean Cooking Class
Landmarks Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - Day 4
Seoul to Jeonju
Take the train to Jeonju, a city known for its traditional character, and check into your Hanok accommodation (a traditional Korean house). Your CEO will lead an orientation walk around town so you get your bearings. After that, you're free to explore at your own pace. You can walk through Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market, try traditional crafts at the Hanok Village Craft Museum, or rent a traditional Hanbok outfit. Settle in for the night in your traditional Korean inn.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jeonju Goeul Hanok Accommodation)
Included Activities
- Jeonju Hanok Village Orientation Walk
- Hanok Village Stay
Optional Activities
- Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market Visit
- Hanok Village Craft Museum
- Hanbok Wearing
Landmarks Jeonju Hanok Village 
- Day 5
Jeonju to Busan
You'll take a bus for about 3 hours to Busan, heading straight to drop luggage at your hostel in Nampodong. From there, go directly to Gamcheon Culture Village, which sits on a mountainside with colorful houses, murals, and galleries perfect for photos. Spend the rest of the evening exploring Busan on your own to get a feel for the coastal city.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (EZ Stay Guest House)
Included Activities
- Gamcheon Culture Village
Landmarks Gamcheon Culture Village 
- Day 6
Busan to Tongyeong
Board a bus for a day trip to Tongyeong, a seaside town where you'll ride a cable car for nice coastal views. Explore the seafood market where you'll have a foodie moment trying local specialties like sea squirts and oysters. Browse around, chat with locals, and soak in the atmosphere. You'll return to Busan in the evening with free time before flying to Jeju the next day.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (EZ Stay Guest House)
Included Activities
- Tongyeong Seafood Market
- Hallyeosudo Cable Car
Landmarks Hallyeosudo Cable Car Tongyeong Seafood Market - Day 7
Busan to Jeju
After a free morning in Busan, fly to Jeju, a subtropical island where you'll stay for three nights. Once you're settled in downtown Jeju City, meet your CEO at Dongmun Market in the evening. You'll browse vibrant food stalls, try Jeju's famous black pork and fresh orange juice, and check out the dancing lobster stall. If you want, head back to explore the market on your own later.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Visitor Guest House Jeju)
Included Activities
- Jeju Dongmun Market
Optional Activities
- Dongmun Market Evening Visit
Landmarks Dongmun Market - Day 8
Jeju
Tour Seongeup Folk Village to learn about traditional island life, then hike up volcanic pathways to Seongsan Sunrise Peak for good views. The hike is easy but rewarding. In the afternoon, watch the haenyeo, women divers of Jeju who hold their breath for minutes while collecting seafood (some are in their 80s). Later, join your CEO and group for a big night out with drinks, karaoke, and dancing.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Visitor Guest House Jeju)
Included Activities
- Seongeup Folk Village
- Seongsan Sunrise Peak Visit
- Hamdeok Beach
- Haenyeo Women Divers Performance
- Big Night Out - Jeju
Landmarks Seongeup Folk Village Seongsan Sunrise Peak Hamdeok Beach - Day 9
Jeju
Make your last day in Jeju count by exploring however you want. Check out galleries at Bunker de Lumieres, race carts at 9.81 Park, or relax on beautiful beaches like Geumneung or Hyeopjae. If hiking interests you, do a section of the famous Olle Trail and ask your CEO which sections are best to access.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Visitor Guest House Jeju)
Included Activities
- Free time in Jeju Island
Optional Activities
- Bunker de Lumieres Visit
- 9.81 Park Go-Kart Racing
- Geumneung Beach Visit
- Hyeopjae Beach Visit
- Olle Trail Hiking
Landmarks Bunker de Lumieres Olle Trail Geumneung Beach Hyeopjae Beach - Day 10
Jeju to Tokyo
Say goodbye to Jeju and fly to Tokyo. Spend the day exploring Japan's capital on your own terms, doing whatever interests you. In the evening, meet your group for a welcome meeting, then head out for drinks, dancing, and fun with your travel companions as you start your time in Japan.
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Imano Tokyo Hostel)
Included Activities
- Connect With New Friends
- Day 11
Tokyo
Start with a CEO-led orientation walk to get your bearings around Tokyo, then you're free to explore however you like. You can check out Yoyogi Park, visit the peaceful Asakusa Shrine, explore quirky Harajuku, experience Shibuya Crossing, or browse Tokyo's endless shops and cafes.
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Imano Tokyo Hostel)
Included Activities
- Orientation With CEO
Optional Activities
- Yoyogi Park Visit
- Asakusa Shrine Visit
- Harajuku Exploration
- Shibuya Crossing Visit
- Shopping and Cafes
Landmarks Yoyogi Park Asakusa Shrine Shibuya Crossing - Day 12
Tokyo to Takayama
Board a bullet train for about 4 hours to Takayama, a charming town in the Japanese Alps. Explore old town with its craft shops and sake breweries. Try a mid-day sake tasting if that sounds good to you. After an orientation walk with your CEO, spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Tonight, relax in a traditional inn with tatami floors, Japanese futons, and an onsen hot spring for a restorative soak.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Oyado Iguchi)
Included Activities
- Takayama Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Sake Brewery Visits
- Sake Tasting
Landmarks Takayama Old Town 
- Day 13
Takayama to Kyoto
Catch a bullet train for about 3.5 to 4 hours to Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital. Spend the rest of the day discovering this historic city's temples, gardens, and traditional streets. Tonight, celebrate with a big night out. Grab a beer, do karaoke, or visit one of Kyoto's famous izakayas with your group.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tune Stay Kyoto)
Included Activities
- Big Night Out
Optional Activities
- Temple Visits
- Karaoke
- Izakaya Dining
- Day 14
Kyoto
Kyoto is yours to explore with tons of options. Find a buddy and get out there to visit some of Kyoto's beautiful temples, participate in a traditional tea ceremony, or take a calligraphy class to create a fancy postcard to send home.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tune Stay Kyoto)
Optional Activities
- Temple Visits
- Tea Ceremony
- Calligraphy Class
- Day 15
Kyoto
Arrive in Kyoto, Japan's imperial city, at any time. As evening comes, spend time with your fellow travelers and CEO during your first night out together. Soak in the city's peaceful atmosphere as the day winds down with your group.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tune Stay Kyoto)
Included Activities
- Connect With New Friends
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Day 16
Kyoto to Hiroshima
Board a bullet train for about 2 hours 45 minutes to Hiroshima, a city with tragic history, powerful survival, and so much more. Once you arrive, you have free time to explore. You can visit the Peace Park and Museum, explore the traditional beauty of Shukkei-en Garden, or tour Hiroshima Castle.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (We Base Hiroshima)
Optional Activities
- Peace Park and Peace Memorial Museum Visit
- Shukkei-en Garden Visit
- Hiroshima Castle Visit
Landmarks Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Shukkei-en Garden Hiroshima Castle - Day 17
Hiroshima to Miyajima
Take a ferry to the sacred island of Miyajima to see the famous floating torii gate and meet the friendly local deer roaming around the island. You can do an easy hike around Mt. Misen for scenic island views if you want. Be sure to sample oysters, a regional specialty and local favorite.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (We Base Hiroshima)
Included Activities
- Miyajima Island Visit
Optional Activities
- Mt. Misen Hike
- Oyster Tasting
Landmarks Miyajima Island Mt. Misen - Day 18
Miyajima to Osaka
Catch a bullet train for about 3 hours to Osaka, one of Japan's culinary capitals with vibrant neon lights and great nightlife. With free time in the afternoon, explore this diverse city. Check out Osaka Castle Park, browse Shinsaibashi shopping street, cross the Dotombori Bridge, or grab some takoyaki or share a group meal of kushikatsu.
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Imano Osaka Shinsaibashi Hostel)
Optional Activities
- Osaka Castle Park Visit
- Shinsaibashi Shopping Street
- Dotombori Bridge Visit
- Takoyaki Tasting
- Kushikatsu Group Meal
Landmarks Osaka Castle Park Shinsaibashi Shopping Street Dotombori Bridge 
- Day 19
Osaka
Get to know Osaka with a full day to freely explore this vibrant city. Check out the Instant Ramen Museum to learn about Japan's iconic instant noodles, or browse Umeda's many shops. Get ready for your final night out with new friends. Grab a drink, share stories, and reminisce about the adventure you've had together.
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Imano Osaka Shinsaibashi Hostel)
Included Activities
- Big Night Out
Optional Activities
- Instant Ramen Museum Visit
- Umeda Shopping
Landmarks Instant Ramen Museum - Day 20
Osaka
Today is departure day. Spend some last time with your fellow travelers, share laughs, and exchange social media before heading out whenever you need to. There's no such thing as goodbye, only until next time.
Included Activities
- Departure Day
