Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Seoul
You'll land at Incheon Airport where someone will meet you and drive you to your hotel in central Seoul. After you get settled, the rest of the day is yours to do whatever you'd like, whether that's grabbing a meal, walking around the neighborhood, or just resting up from your flight.
Optional Activities
- Explore Korea's royal palaces
- Visit serene parks
- Shop at dynamic markets
- Enjoy diverse Korean cuisine
- Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant nightlife
- Day 2
Seoul
A guided tour takes you through Seoul's major sites starting with Gyeongbokgung Palace. From there you'll head to Jogyesa Temple and check out the National Folk Museum on its grounds. Later in the day you'll walk through Insadong district where antique shops, craft boutiques, and pottery studios line the streets. By evening you're free to explore the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Seoul
- Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Visit Jogyesa Temple
- Visit The National Folk Museum
- Explore Insadong district - antique shops, craft boutiques, pottery studios, traditional restaurants, and teahouses
Optional Activities
- Explore an amethyst specialist
- Explore a ginseng specialist
Landmarks Gyeongbokgung Palace Jogyesa Temple The National Folk Museum Insadong - Day 3
Seoul to Jeonju to Gwangju
You'll travel southwest to Jeonju where you can walk through Hanok Village and see its 700 traditional Korean homes. After that you'll visit Gyeonggijeon Shrine dedicated to King Taejo and check out Jeondong Catholic Church. Then it's on to Gwangju for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jeonju Hanok Village
- Visit Gyeonggijeon Shrine
- View Jeondong Catholic Church
Landmarks Jeonju Hanok Village Gyeonggijeon Shrine Jeondong Catholic Church 
- Day 4
Gwangju to Boseong to Yeosu
Head to Boseong region to see the mountains and rolling green hills. You'll stop at a tea plantation to try local green tea, then walk around Seonamsa Temple with its arch bridges. Later you'll see Suncheonman Bay with its reed fields before traveling to Yeosu for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit a tea plantation and taste local green tea
- Visit Seonamsa Temple
- Visit Suncheonman Bay
Landmarks Seonamsa Temple Suncheonman Bay 
- Day 5
Yeosu to Namhae to Busan
Travel along the coast to Namhae island and check out Daraengi Village with its 108 rice paddy terraces and German Village where you'll find European architecture. After that you'll continue on to Busan where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Daraengi Village
- Visit German Village
Landmarks Namhae Island Daraengi Village German Village - Day 6
Busan to Gyeongju
Start the morning in Busan by going to Yongdusan Park to climb Busan Tower for views across the city. Then head to Jagalchi Fish Market to see the lively activity there. Later you'll travel to Gyeongju and visit Bulguska Temple with Seokguram Grotto, which sits 750 meters up the mountainside.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Busan city tour
- Visit Busan Tower
- Visit Jagalchi Fish Market
- Visit Bulguska Temple
- Visit Seokguram Grotto
Landmarks Busan Tower Yongdusan Park Jagalchi Fish Market Bulguska Temple Seokguram Grotto 
- Day 7
Gyeongju
Spend the day exploring Gyeongju's history from the Silla Kingdom period. You'll walk through Tumuli Park to see large and small tombs, wander around Anapji Pond, visit the Gyeongju National Museum to see the Emille Bell, and end at Cheomseongdae Observatory, one of the oldest scientific installations in the world.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tour Tumuli Park
- Visit Anapji Pond
- Visit Gyeongju National Museum
- Visit Cheomseongdae Observatory
Landmarks Tumuli Park Anapji Pond Gyeongju National Museum Cheomseongdae Observatory - Day 8
Gyeongju to Yeongju to Cheonpung
Travel early to Yeongju to explore Korea's Confucian heritage at Sosuseowon Confucian School, the country's first private academy. You'll also see Seonbichon Village and stop at Buseoska Temple, known for its beauty. Then you'll head to Cheonpung for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sosuseowon Confucian School
- Visit Seonbichon Village
- Visit Buseoska Temple
Landmarks Sosuseowon Confucian School Seonbichon Village Buseoska Temple - Day 9
Cheonpung to Sokcho
You'll take a ferry from Cheongpung Lake to explore Danyang's Eight Scenic Wonders with its dramatic mountain peaks. Then visit Chamsori Gramophone Audio Museum which holds an interesting collection of audio technology history. After that you'll travel to Mount Seoraksan and finish at Daepo Port where you can try fresh seafood restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Cheongpung Lake and board ferry to explore Danyang's Eight Scenic Wonders
- Visit Chamsori Gramophone Audio Museum
- Visit Mount Seoraksan
- Visit Daepo Port
Optional Activities
- Taste South Korea's coastal cuisine at Daepo Port seafood restaurants
Landmarks Cheongpung Lake Danyang's Eight Scenic Wonders Chamsori Gramophone Audio Museum Mount Seoraksan Daepo Port 
- Day 10
Sokcho to Mt. Seoraksan to Seoul
Spend the day in Mt. Seoraksan National Park hiking through granite peaks, valleys, and forests with streams. You'll take a cable car up to Gweongeumseong Peak to see panoramic views across the park. Before heading back to Seoul, you'll visit Shinheungsa Temple at the park's base.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hiking in Mt. Seoraksan National Park
- Ascend to Gweongeumseong Peak via cable car
- Visit Shinheungsa Temple
Landmarks Mt. Seoraksan National Park Gweongeumseong Peak Shinheungsa Temple - Day 11
Seoul
The day is yours to explore Seoul however you'd like. You could check out open-air markets like Namdaemun or Dongdaemun for shopping and street food, walk through the National Museum of Korea, see Bongeun Temple, or visit Changdeokgung Palace and its Secret Garden. There's also plenty of bars, restaurants, and boutiques to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Namdaemun market
- Explore Dongdaemun market
- Visit National Museum of Korea
- Visit Bongeun Temple
- Visit Changdeokgung Palace
- Explore Changdeokgung Palace Secret Garden
- Visit chic bars and restaurants of Hongdae
- Explore stylish boutiques of Apgujeong
Landmarks Namdaemun Market Dongdaemun Market National Museum of Korea Bongeun Temple Changdeokgung Palace - Day 12
Departure from Seoul
After breakfast and checking out of your hotel, you'll have some free time before heading to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
