Arrive at ICN Airport ➜ Hotel

Incheon International Airport - Welcome to Seoul, a city that never sleeps. Rest assured, there will be ample time to relax and recover from jetlag as a private car or charter bus swiftly transports you from the airport to your hotel for a day of leisure and comfort.

Seoul - A city that seamlessly blends fashion and technology with deep-rooted traditions, Seoul offers a dynamic mix of palaces, temples, cutting-edge design, and mountain trails, all set to a lively K-Pop rhythm.

Seoul ➜ Suwon ➜ Jeonju, A Journey Through Korean Culture

Hwaseong Fortress - A masterpiece of Korean traditional architecture, this fortress is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. If available, a mini train ride offers a delightful tour around the fortress.

Jeonju - Renowned for its Korean cuisine and historic traditional buildings, Jeonju is a key tourist destination. In May 2012, it was designated a Creative City for Gastronomy by UNESCO, celebrating its rich culinary heritage, active food research, and vibrant local food festivals.

Hanji Museum - Specializing in Korean Traditional Mulberry paper, this museum boasts a collection of 3,000 artifacts and a comprehensive database on the history and excellence of Hanji. Visitors can enjoy a DIY experience making Korean paper with wooden tools to take home.

Jeonju Hanok Village - The largest Korean village featuring various traditional cultural facilities in the city center.

Jeonju ➜ Jinhae ➜ Busan, A Seafood Haven and Korea’s Second-Largest City

Gyeonggijeon Shrine - A symbol of Jeonju’s Korean-style village, Gyeonggijeon is particularly stunning in autumn and serves as a backdrop for historical dramas and films.

Jeonju Korean Traditional Wine Museum - This museum showcases the tools and machinery used in traditional wine-making. Highlights include the alcohol preparation and fermentation rooms, where visitors can hear the fermentation process through speakers.

Busan ➜ Gyeongju, The ‘Museum Without Walls’ and UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Yongdusan Park - Named for its resemblance to a dragon’s head emerging from the sea.

Busan Tower - A 120-meter tower offering breathtaking views of Busan, including its islands and distant seas.

Jagalchi Market - Korea’s largest fish market, a must-visit for tourists in Busan. Located next to Nampo Port, it ensures fresh fish is readily available.

Nampo-dong Dried Fish Wholesale Market - One of Korea’s largest markets, bustling with stalls and connected to other smaller markets. It offers a vast array of goods.

Busan Gamcheon Culture Village - Known as the “Machu Picchu of Busan,” this village features houses built in a staircase fashion on a coastal mountain, with alleys adorned with murals and sculptures.

Gyeongju ➜ Seoul by High-Speed Train ➜ Mt. Seoraksan, A Nature Lover’s Paradise

Bulguksa Temple - Also known as “The Buddhist Country Temple.”

Seokguram - A hermitage of Bulguksa Temple, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Also called Tumuli Park, it contains over 20 tombs from the Silla Period.

Cheomseongdae Observatory - Built as a lunar calendar, located in Tumuli Park with royal tombs.

Gyeongju Station - The KTX rail station in Gyeongju has significantly reduced travel time across South Korea, with trains reaching speeds of 305 km/hr.

Seoraksan National Park - A renowned tourist destination, Seoraksan Mountain spans several areas in Gangwon-do. It was Korea’s fifth national park and the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, also listed in the IUCN Green List of Protected Areas.

Mt. Seoraksan ➜ Seoul

Seoraksan National Park - With Daecheongbong Peak at 1,708 m, Seoraksan Mountain is one of Korea’s most beautiful, offering vibrant seasonal landscapes. Each season brings a unique beauty, ensuring a picturesque visit year-round.

Gwongeumseong Fortress - Accessible via a cable car installed in 1971, this fortress requires a steep, rocky hike of over an hour. The cable car operates from 7 a.m. to 6 or 6:30 p.m., with round-trip tickets available at the counter.

Seoraksan Sinheungsa Temple - A short 10-minute walk from Sogongwon, Sinheungsa was originally called Hyangseongsa, built by Jajangyulsa in Queen Jindeok’s reign. It has been rebuilt multiple times.

Seoul

Gyeongbokgung Palace - Built in 1395, this palace is the largest and arguably the most beautiful of Seoul’s five palaces, known as the Northern Palace due to its location.

Deoksugung - Since 1996, the reenactment of the original guard ceremony has been a highlight, with guards in traditional uniforms performing ceremonial duties, attracting tourists.

Bukchon Hanok Village - Nestled among Seoul’s palaces and shrines, this village is home to traditional hanok houses from the Joseon Dynasty, now serving as cultural centers and guesthouses.

Museum Kimchikan - Learn to make traditional napa cabbage kimchi with easy instructions and step-by-step photos.

Hanbok Cafe - Enjoy taking photos in traditional Hanbok costumes.

Namdaemun Market - Korea’s largest and oldest wholesale market, offering a wide range of affordable goods.

Seoul ⇌ DMZ

DMZ - The tour’s highlight is the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). Note: Passport required for ID check.

Located along the 38th parallel, this border was established in 1953 to separate North and South Korea. The tour includes passport control, a UN camp introduction, visits to Dora Observatory, Dorasan Railway Station, Imjingak Park, and the 3rd tunnel.

Seoul K-Medi Center - Experience K-medi health services like thermomassage beds, herbal foot baths, and aromatherapy.

Insadong - A cultural street known for its Korean traditional crafts and goods, offering unique items only found in Korea.

Seoul ➜ Departure ✈

Incheon International Airport - After breakfast, enjoy last-minute shopping near the hotel in one of Seoul’s main shopping districts. This is the perfect opportunity to purchase souvenirs before transferring to the airport for the return flight, concluding a memorable journey in Korea.

• Breakfast included

Ideal for explorers and independent travelers, this 9-day, 8-night self-driving tour around Korea offers an exciting adventure. The package features 4-star accommodations and a one-way KTX ticket from Seoul to Gyeongju.

Accommodation: Enjoy stays at carefully selected 4-star hotels situated in the vibrant downtown areas.

Tour Guide: Benefit from the expertise of top-rated, licensed English-speaking guides who are enthusiastic, well-trained, and knowledgeable, ensuring a truly memorable experience.

Tour Condition: Experience premium quality service, comfort, hassle-free travel, and a relaxed pace.

• Participate in a Kimchi-making class
• Try on traditional Hanbok attire
• Visit the Seoul K-Medi Center to enjoy K-medi-related health services, including a thermomassage bed, K-medi natural facial pack with foot massage, herbal warmth foot bath, and aromatherapy.
• Tour itinerary can be switched by flight schedule or situation caused.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.