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Best of South Korea

10 days
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Start and end in Seoul
4.5
2,136 traveler reviews
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Platinum Operator
Trafalgar
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Seoul
    Seoul
  • Andong
    Andong
  • Gyeongju
    Gyeongju
  • Busan
    Busan
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Highlights

  • Watch the Changing of the Guard at Gwanghwamun
  • Explore the DMZ with a Local Specialist
  • Enjoy a traditional meal in a local's home in Andong
  • Discover Gyeongju's ancient Silla heritage
  • Taste traditional makgeolli with a master in Busan

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Touch Down in Seoul
  2. Day 2 Explore Cultural Seoul
  3. Day 3 Into Korea’s Demilitarised Zone
  4. Day 4 Buddhist Heritage in Andong
  5. Day 5 Explore Historic Andong
  6. Day 6 Discover Ancient Korea in Gyeongju
  7. Day 7 Onwards to Busan
  8. Day 8 Sea Views, Rice Wine and Markets in Busan
  9. Day 9 High Speed Return to Seoul
  10. Day 10 Farewell Seoul
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What's Included

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  • Free eSIM
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2, 3, 9

  • Andong Grand

    Hotel
    day 4

  • Lahan Select

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6

  • Haeundae Ramada Encore by Wyndham

    Hotel
    Days 7, 8

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Trafalgar

4.5
(2,136 reviews)
This operator has the highest review ratings and fastest responses to enquiries

Number of tours

433

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Kevin
    · March 24th, 2024
    A pretty comprehensive tour
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  • Vivian
    · November 18th, 2023
    The itinerary provided a very wide and varied taste of Japanese culture. The tour guide was personable and excellent.
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Dates & Availability

10 days
Best of South Korea
From Seoul to Seoul

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Tour ID: 315181

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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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