Travel Type
Escorted Tour
Duration
7 Days/6 Nights
Country
South Korea
DEPARTURE EVERY SATURDAY FROM SEOUL
Visiting Gongju, Iksan, Jeonju, Jangseong, Gwangju, Boseong, Suncheon, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong, Pyeongchang, Yangyang
Leave Seoul to explore the real Korea! Discover an amazing 7-day journey that provides a complete impression of Korea’s cultural treasures, dreamlike landscapes, and traditional experiences. This tour will take you to key destinations across South Korea, allowing you to delve into the country’s must-see cultural attractions, bustling cities, and traditional townships. Explore museums and natural landmarks, indulge in authentic Korean cuisine, and enjoy luxurious overnight accommodations in high-end hotels.
Inclusions
6-night accommodation at 4-5 star hotels
Private arrival and departure transfer from Incheon airport
19 meals: 6 breakfasts 7 lunches and 6 dinners
Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour
All entrance fees
Transportation by Van (1- 9pax) or large-sized coach (10 pax and more)
Exclusions
International air tickets – Gratuities to hotel staff, guides – Beverages – Optional excursions – Early check-in – City taxes if applicable – Visa if needed
Additional Information
Note
This is a join-in group tour. Please be advised that people from all over the world may join this tour.
Guaranteed departure with 2 passengers year around.
Guaranteed departure with only 1 pax from March to June and September to November.
1
DAY 1 SATURDAY, SEOUL – GONGJU – IKSAN
TOMB OF KING MURYEONG – GONGSANSEONG FORTRESS – THE IKSAN PRISON OPEN FILM SET
08:00AM: Pick up from the lobby of Amid Hotel Insadong.
This morning we’ll head to the Gongju and explore the Tomb of King Muryeong. Even though many artifacts were stolen from the tombs, the tombs serve as an important evidence of Baekje culture and the foreign exchanges during that period.
Next visit Gongsanseong Fortress: Its captivating beauty and strategic significance offer a glimpse into Korea’s past while providing breathtaking panoramic views. In recognition of its value, Gongsanseong Fortress was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.
After the Gongju tour, we’ll continue our journey to Iksan. The Iksan Prison Open Film Set is the first, and only prison filming sets built in Korea. It was transformed from an old elementary school into a unique and lifelike set. Similar to a real prison, this place might make you feel as though you’re in an actual jail. We’ll explore various experiences offered, including the rental of prisoners’ and prison officers’ uniforms. Additionally, you can participate in programs such as visiting a mock court and taking a ride on a convoy bus.
At the end of our day’s adventures, we’ll settle into our hotel in Iksan for an overnight stay.
08:00AM: Pick up from the lobby of Amid Hotel Insadong.
This morning we’ll head to the Gongju and explore the Tomb of King Muryeong. Even though many artifacts were stolen from the tombs, the tombs serve as an important evidence of Baekje culture and the foreign exchanges during that period.
Next visit Gongsanseong Fortress: Its captivating beauty and strategic significance offer a glimpse into Korea’s past while providing breathtaking panoramic views. In recognition of its value, Gongsanseong Fortress was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015.
After the Gongju tour, we’ll continue our journey to Iksan. The Iksan Prison Open Film Set is the first, and only prison filming sets built in Korea. It was transformed from an old elementary school into a unique and lifelike set. Similar to a real prison, this place might make you feel as though you’re in an actual jail. We’ll explore various experiences offered, including the rental of prisoners’ and prison officers’ uniforms. Additionally, you can participate in programs such as visiting a mock court and taking a ride on a convoy bus.
At the end of our day’s adventures, we’ll settle into our hotel in Iksan for an overnight stay.
Meals : Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Iksan for 1 night
2
DAY 2 SUNDAY, IKSAN – JEONJU – JANGSEONG – GWANGJU
JEONJU HANOK VILLAGE (HANBOK WEARING EXPERIENCE) – BAEGYANGSA TEMPLE
Our destination today is Jeonju Hanok Village with over 800 traditional Korea houses. The village is famous among tourists because of its atmosphere that strongly contrast with the modern city around it. Choose your preferred Hanbok, Korean National Costume and make a special memory wearing Hanbok with your companions. You will explore Gyeonggijeon Shrine which was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae- jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. Afterward you will have Jeonju Bibimbab lunch at a local restaurant.
Following that, we will proceed to Jangseong, where Baegyangsa Temple is situated within Naejangsan National Park. Upon arrival you will experience Conversation over tea with a Monk. The combination of the mountain and valleys on both sides creates beautiful scenery. Nature reveals its beauty throughout all seasons here, especially through the red maple leaves in fall.
Wrapping up our day’s explorations after dinner in Gwangju, we’ll head back to our hotel in Gwangju for the night.
Our destination today is Jeonju Hanok Village with over 800 traditional Korea houses. The village is famous among tourists because of its atmosphere that strongly contrast with the modern city around it. Choose your preferred Hanbok, Korean National Costume and make a special memory wearing Hanbok with your companions. You will explore Gyeonggijeon Shrine which was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae- jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. Afterward you will have Jeonju Bibimbab lunch at a local restaurant.
Following that, we will proceed to Jangseong, where Baegyangsa Temple is situated within Naejangsan National Park. Upon arrival you will experience Conversation over tea with a Monk. The combination of the mountain and valleys on both sides creates beautiful scenery. Nature reveals its beauty throughout all seasons here, especially through the red maple leaves in fall.
Wrapping up our day’s explorations after dinner in Gwangju, we’ll head back to our hotel in Gwangju for the night.
FREE-TIME TIPS
Sajik Park Observatory (operating until 10:00 PM) offers a panoramic view of the entire Gwangju area and showcases various cultural attractions. Don’t miss the mesmerizing ’Forest of Light,’ a media art installation within Sajik Park.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Gwangju for 1 night
3
DAY 3 MONDAY, GWANGJU – BOSEONG – SUNCHEON – YEOSU
BOSEONG GREENTEA PLANTATION – SUNCHEONMAN BAY – YEOSU MARITIME CABLE CAR & ADMIRAL YI SUN-SIN SQUARE
Kick off the morning by visiting Green Tea Plantation produces high-quality green tea and is a popular tourist attraction year-round thanks to the vast rows of tea trees that line the hillside like a deep green carpet. You will have a chance to taste Boseong Green Tea Icecream!
After a lunch break, we continue with visits to the reed fields in Suncheonman Bay which are thickly covered with reeds taller than a full-grown man. It is the biggest colony of reeds in Korea. Among the world’s wetlands, it is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds.
After visiting Suncheon, you’ll head to Yeosu to experience a ride on the Yeosu Maritime Cable Car, an aerial tramway offering breathtaking views of Yeosu’s coastline and landmarks. Glide over the sea and witness the city’s beauty from a unique perspective as the cable car connects Dolsan Island to the mainland. Taking the cable car down to visit Admiral Yi Sun-sin Square. The giant Admiral Yi statue in the middle of the rotary is arguably the most recognizable spot in the city. There are lots of restaurants and bakeries nearby.
Concluding our activities, we’ll be checking in at our Yeosu hotel for an overnight stay.
Kick off the morning by visiting Green Tea Plantation produces high-quality green tea and is a popular tourist attraction year-round thanks to the vast rows of tea trees that line the hillside like a deep green carpet. You will have a chance to taste Boseong Green Tea Icecream!
After a lunch break, we continue with visits to the reed fields in Suncheonman Bay which are thickly covered with reeds taller than a full-grown man. It is the biggest colony of reeds in Korea. Among the world’s wetlands, it is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds.
After visiting Suncheon, you’ll head to Yeosu to experience a ride on the Yeosu Maritime Cable Car, an aerial tramway offering breathtaking views of Yeosu’s coastline and landmarks. Glide over the sea and witness the city’s beauty from a unique perspective as the cable car connects Dolsan Island to the mainland. Taking the cable car down to visit Admiral Yi Sun-sin Square. The giant Admiral Yi statue in the middle of the rotary is arguably the most recognizable spot in the city. There are lots of restaurants and bakeries nearby.
Concluding our activities, we’ll be checking in at our Yeosu hotel for an overnight stay.
FREE-TIME TIPS
Take a 15-minute stroll to enjoy the beautiful night view of Yeosu’s seaside, where Yeosu’s Romantic Pocha Street and the Haemil lighthouse are located.
It takes 10 mins by taxi to get to the hotel.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Yeosu for 1 night
4
DAY 4 TUESDAY, YEOSU – BUSAN
GAMCHEON CULTURE VILLAGE – BUPYEONG KKANGTONG MARKET – SPA LAND CENTUM CITY
Today, we’ll depart from Yeosu for our visit to Busan. The journey will take over 3 hours. Our first stop in Busan will be Gamcheon Culture Village, where houses cascade in a staircase-like fashion along the foothills of the coastal mountains. This vibrant community features alleys adorned with lively murals and sculptures created by its residents.
After lunch, we’ll visit Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, also known as ’Gukje Market.’ This market gained prominence during the Korean War for supplying canned goods to the US forces. It served as a central hub for foreign products in Korea and earned the moniker ’Gukje (International) Market’ due to its extensive collection of rare goods.
Continuing our exploration, we’ll experience SPA LAND Centum City, situated within the world’s largest department store, Shinsegae Centum City. This luxurious and contemporary Korean traditional spa (Jjimjilbang) spans across two massive floors and is renowned for its 22 bathtubs and therapeutic thermal waters, known for their beauty-enhancing and pain-relieving effects.
After the spa experience to unwind and relax, we’ll head out for dinner. Following dinner, we’ll stay overnight at a hotel in Busan.
Today, we’ll depart from Yeosu for our visit to Busan. The journey will take over 3 hours. Our first stop in Busan will be Gamcheon Culture Village, where houses cascade in a staircase-like fashion along the foothills of the coastal mountains. This vibrant community features alleys adorned with lively murals and sculptures created by its residents.
After lunch, we’ll visit Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, also known as ’Gukje Market.’ This market gained prominence during the Korean War for supplying canned goods to the US forces. It served as a central hub for foreign products in Korea and earned the moniker ’Gukje (International) Market’ due to its extensive collection of rare goods.
Continuing our exploration, we’ll experience SPA LAND Centum City, situated within the world’s largest department store, Shinsegae Centum City. This luxurious and contemporary Korean traditional spa (Jjimjilbang) spans across two massive floors and is renowned for its 22 bathtubs and therapeutic thermal waters, known for their beauty-enhancing and pain-relieving effects.
After the spa experience to unwind and relax, we’ll head out for dinner. Following dinner, we’ll stay overnight at a hotel in Busan.
FREE-TIME TIPS
After the official schedule, we highly recommend experiencing Busan’s nightlife. Haeundae beach, Busan Diamond Tower at Yongdusan Park, Gwangalli Beach (Gwangandaegyo Bridge) etc.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Busan for 1 night
5
DAY 5 WEDNESDAY, BUSAN – GYEONGJU
HAEDONG YONGGUNGSA TEMPLE – SEOKGURAM GROTTO – DAEREUNGWON TOMB COMPLEX – GYEONGJU NATIONAL MUSEUM – STOP BY WOLJEONGGYO BRIDGE
In the morning, we’ll begin our day with a visit to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, located along the picturesque northeast coast of Busan. This remarkable attraction offers a rare opportunity to experience a temple right by the shoreline.
Afterward, we’ll head to Gyeongju and enjoy lunch upon our arrival. Our journey will then take us to the Seokguram Grotto, a sublime masterpiece of Buddhist art and spirituality majestically perched on the slopes of Toham Mountain. Recognized as one of Asia’s most splendid Buddhist shrines, this site invites you to immerse yourself in its sacred chambers and admire the intricately carved statues, providing an enchanting experience. Following this, we’ll visit the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, believed to be the resting place of kings and court officials. Our exploration will continue at the Gyeongju National Museum, predominantly showcasing relics from the Silla kingdom, with Gyeongju as its capital.
Before dinner, we’ll make a stop at Woljeonggyo Bridge for a photo session, capturing its reflection in the river.
To conclude our day’s adventures, we’ll check into our hotel in Gyeongju for an overnight stay.
In the morning, we’ll begin our day with a visit to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, located along the picturesque northeast coast of Busan. This remarkable attraction offers a rare opportunity to experience a temple right by the shoreline.
Afterward, we’ll head to Gyeongju and enjoy lunch upon our arrival. Our journey will then take us to the Seokguram Grotto, a sublime masterpiece of Buddhist art and spirituality majestically perched on the slopes of Toham Mountain. Recognized as one of Asia’s most splendid Buddhist shrines, this site invites you to immerse yourself in its sacred chambers and admire the intricately carved statues, providing an enchanting experience. Following this, we’ll visit the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, believed to be the resting place of kings and court officials. Our exploration will continue at the Gyeongju National Museum, predominantly showcasing relics from the Silla kingdom, with Gyeongju as its capital.
Before dinner, we’ll make a stop at Woljeonggyo Bridge for a photo session, capturing its reflection in the river.
To conclude our day’s adventures, we’ll check into our hotel in Gyeongju for an overnight stay.
FREE-TIME TIPS
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond boast a beautiful night view, highly recommended for your free time at night.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Gyeongju for 1 night
6
DAY 6 THURSDAY, GYEONGJU – ANDONG – PYEONGCHANG
EXPERIENCE MAKING HANJI AND FIELD TRIP – ANDONG HAHOE VILLAGE
After breakfast in the morning, we’ll make our way to Andong Hanji, a hub for the production of hanji paper, to delve into the intricate process behind crafting Andong’s distinctive hanji. Hanji, known for its use of paper mulberry bark as the primary material, is a traditional Korean handmade paper.
Following our field trip at the Hanji Factory, get ready to immerse yourself in crafting Hanji mood lighting or creating Hanji paper, experiencing the art firsthand.
Next on our itinerary is a visit to Andong Hahoe Village, renowned as one of Korea’s most prominent folk villages. This village is celebrated for its preservation of the Hahoe Mask Dance Drama (Talchum) , a folk art performance depicting shamanistic rituals and village spirits. We’ll have the chance to watch this traditional performance during our visit.
After the Andong tour, we’ll head to Pyeongchang, enjoying dinner along the way.
After breakfast in the morning, we’ll make our way to Andong Hanji, a hub for the production of hanji paper, to delve into the intricate process behind crafting Andong’s distinctive hanji. Hanji, known for its use of paper mulberry bark as the primary material, is a traditional Korean handmade paper.
Following our field trip at the Hanji Factory, get ready to immerse yourself in crafting Hanji mood lighting or creating Hanji paper, experiencing the art firsthand.
Next on our itinerary is a visit to Andong Hahoe Village, renowned as one of Korea’s most prominent folk villages. This village is celebrated for its preservation of the Hahoe Mask Dance Drama (Talchum) , a folk art performance depicting shamanistic rituals and village spirits. We’ll have the chance to watch this traditional performance during our visit.
After the Andong tour, we’ll head to Pyeongchang, enjoying dinner along the way.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation : Pyeongchang for 1 night
7
DAY 7 FRIDAY, PYEONGCHANG – YANGYANG – SEOUL
PYEONGCHANG SKI JUMP TOWER OBSERVATORY – JUJEONGOL OF MT. SEORAK
Upon waking up in Pyeongchang, we’ll prepare for a visit to the Ski Jump Tower Observatory via monorail, a landmark from the Olympic Winter Games Pyeongchang 2018. Take delight in the panoramic views from the Sky Lounge and enjoy some leisure time with the option to purchase coffee or tea at your own expense.
Next, we’ll journey to Yangyang for a brief hike at Jujeongol of Mt. Seorak, renowned for its breathtaking fall colors and remarkable valley and rock formations. After the hike, we’ll relish lunch at a local restaurant.
Our return to Seoul is scheduled for around 18:00.
Upon waking up in Pyeongchang, we’ll prepare for a visit to the Ski Jump Tower Observatory via monorail, a landmark from the Olympic Winter Games Pyeongchang 2018. Take delight in the panoramic views from the Sky Lounge and enjoy some leisure time with the option to purchase coffee or tea at your own expense.
Next, we’ll journey to Yangyang for a brief hike at Jujeongol of Mt. Seorak, renowned for its breathtaking fall colors and remarkable valley and rock formations. After the hike, we’ll relish lunch at a local restaurant.
Our return to Seoul is scheduled for around 18:00.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR
Iksan
WesternLife Hotel IKSAN 4*
Gwangju
Holiday Inn Gwangju 5*
Yeosu
Yeosu Ramada Plaza Hotel 4*
Busan
Busan Grand Josun hotel 5*
Gyeongju
Gyeongju Lahan Select Hotel 5*
Pyeongchang
Intercontinental Pyeongchang 5*
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Land Package | |
| Departures 2024 | Double occupancy | Single supplement |
| Departures every Saturday | 2823 | +1045 |
| EXCEPT Chuseok Holiday: September 14th departure | 3080 | +1045 |
This is a join-in group tour. Please be advised that people from all over the world may join this tour.
Guaranteed departure with 2 passengers year around.
Guaranteed departure with only 1 pax from March to June and September to November.
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.
Discover round Korea – Detailed itinerary
Discover round Korea – Detailed itinerary
