South Korea Tours & Trips

Dreaming of visiting South Korea? Explore Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace and narrow streets of the Bukchon Hanok Village, and go on a day trip to the Demilitarized Zone, the buffer zone between North and South Korea. For nature lovers, the Seoraksan National Park and Jeju Island’s volcanic landscapes are a must. Foodies, bibimbap, kimchi, and Korean BBQ are on the menu!

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Wolfgang • traveled in November, 2025
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We had a fantastic week experiencing Korea. A big thank you to our tour guide Jay who gave us a perfect introduction in the Korean culture and history. We visited beautiful sceneries, historic sites and also experienced the very diverse and excellent Korean cuisine. The hotels were really nice and we stayed in very attractive locations. I loved the Korean tea tasting and was super impressed by Silla culture amongst many other highlights. Jay made us really feel welcome and showcased Korean hospitality.
2026 Discover Korea in 7days: A Curated All-Inclusive Experience with DMZ tour option
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Mary • traveled in December, 2025
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Making the reservation was easy. There was a period when there was not much information from the tour operator. The tour itself was pretty good overall. There wer a few mis-steps and inconveniences but that is to be expected on any tour. The guide was very good and the tours well organized.
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Nathan • traveled in November, 2024
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Julie was awesome and really made the tour interesting and enjoyable.
Korea Express

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2026 Discover Korea in 7days: A Curated All-Inclusive Experience with DMZ tour option

4.8 246 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

“From the beginning Lee helped me for information and payment. we all liked him a lot as he is Excellent Driver ad Good Guide.”
Rajendra, traveled in August

2026 Discover Korea in 7days: A Curated All-Inclusive Experience with DMZ tour option

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In-depth Cultural

A grand South Korean circuit connects 13 cities, showcasing UNESCO sites like Gongsanseong Fortress and Bulguksa Temple. Guests rest at luxury hotels including Grand Josun Busan and Intercontinental Pyeongchang, while savoring authentic Korean cuisine and cultural activities like Hanbok wearing in Jeonju Hanok Village.

Duration	7 days
Destinations	Seoul, Gongju, Jeonju, Jangseong-gun, Gwangju, Boseong, Suncheon, Busan, Gyeongju, DaeguSee all destinations
Age Range	All Ages Welcome
Operator	HanaTour ITC

From $1,570 15% Off: US$1,335
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10-Day Premium South Korea Adventure: Culture, Cuisine, and Coastlines
4.8 150 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
“The tour was very informative and entertaining with lots of variety and great introduction to South Korea.”
Fran, traveled in October
In-depth Cultural
A premium 10-day tour takes in Seoul's Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gyeongju's ancient tombs, and Busan's Gamcheon Culture Village. Highlights include DMZ visits, temple stays at Golgulsa, and Jeju Island yacht trips. Rated 4.7/5 from 50+ reviews.
Duration 10 days
Destinations Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range Ages 18+
Operator The Dragon Trip
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Korea Express
4.2 38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
“I had a great time during this tour!”
Melissa, traveled in February
In-depth Cultural
Hotels include Mercure Ambassador Hongdae in Seoul and Crown Harbor in Busan, and you'll see Gyeongbokgung Palace with its changing of the guard ceremony plus the 120-meter pagoda at Yongdusan Park. Try traditional gochujang-making in Sunchang Village, check out the 14th-century Haedong Yonggung Buddhist temple by the sea, and travel on Korea's modern high-speed train.
Duration 7 days
Destinations Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Busan
Age Range All Ages Welcome
Operator Europamundo
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The Essence of Korea and Jeju Island
4.5 2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
“Thanks to her, we left every site with a deeper appreciation and a genuine curiosity about Korea's past and present.”
Chelsea, traveled in June
In-depth Cultural
Duration 9 days
Destinations Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range All Ages Welcome
Operator Europamundo
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12-Day South Korea Adventure: From Seoul to Jeju Island
4.7 219 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
“Great way to experience different parts of South Korea and see the culture! Would definitely recommend for first time visitors.”
Amira, traveled in November
In-depth Cultural
A 12-day tour winds through 5 major South Korean cities, from Seoul's Namsan Mountain to Jeju's Jjeongbang Waterfall. The route includes DMZ tunnels, Gyeongju's ancient tombs, and Busan's coastal beauty, topped off with K-pop dance classes, temple stays, and a farewell BBQ on Jeju Island.
Duration 12 days
Destinations Seoul, Sokcho, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range Ages 18-55
Operator The Dragon Trip
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Duration	10 days
Destinations	Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range	Ages 18+
Operator	The Dragon Trip

Duration	9 days
Destinations	Seoul, Suwon, Jeonju, Haeinsa, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range	All Ages Welcome
Operator	Europamundo

Duration	12 days
Destinations	Seoul, Sokcho, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range	Ages 18-55
Operator	The Dragon Trip

South Korea Circle Adventure 5D/4N

4.3 27 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

“Wonderful trip. Strongly recommend.”
Jeonghwa, traveled in July

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Korea's UNESCO treasures await, from Gyeongju's Seokguram Grotto to Seoul's vibrant streets. Jeonju's 735 traditional hanoks stand preserved in time. Suncheon Bay Garden and Mt. Seorak's jade valleys showcase natural beauty. English-guided tour with 4-star hotels and authentic cultural experiences costs approx. $260 per day.

Duration	5 days
Destinations	Seoul, Jeonju, Gwangju, Suncheon, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong, Wonju, PyeongchangSee all destinations
Age Range	Ages 10+
Operator	Bamba Travel

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South Korea Classic 13 Day - One Life Adventures

4.7 53 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

“The itinerary had covered everything culture wise of South Korea: the food, the everyday life, and everything else in between.”
Adam, traveled in November

South Korea Classic 13 Day - One Life Adventures

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Explorer

Vibrant culture flows from Seoul's Myeongdong district to Jeju's Seongsan Ilchulbong peak. K-pop dance in Hongdae, mountain monastery stays, and Taekwondo in Gyeongju lead to Yakcheonsa Temple and Olle Trail hikes.

Duration	13 days
Destinations	Seoul, Geumsan, Jeonju, Gyeongju, Busan, Jeju-do
Age Range	Ages 18-59
Operator	One Life Adventures

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Best tour companies for South Korea tours

Looking at these South Korean tour operators, Culture Trip stands out with their Soulful South Korea program. Their guides Jay and Sam receive specific praise from travelers who appreciate how they weave cultural context into each stop. The tour moves at a comfortable pace that lets you properly take in the sites, markets and local experiences. Intrepid's South Korea Highlights tour is solid and professionally run, though some of our travelers mention wanting an extra day or two in Seoul to really get their bearings. The guides know their stuff but the schedule keeps you moving pretty quickly from place to place. We've noticed some confusion with Bamba Tours since they often resell trips operated by K-Shuttle, US Travel and other local companies. While not necessarily a problem, it means you might find the exact same itinerary at different price points depending where you book. The guide quality and pacing can vary quite a bit between the actual operating companies. If you're choosing between them, Culture Trip seems to hit that sweet spot of good organization, knowledgeable guides and a pace that lets you properly experience each destination. You'll get more consistency in the experience compared to booking through a reseller like Bamba.

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Best places to start your South Korea tour

Almost all our South Korea trips kick off from Seoul - 89 travelers started there last season. While you can begin from Busan, Jeju-do or Incheon, most people prefer starting in the capital. Book about 3.5 months ahead (that's 109 days) to get the dates you want, especially if you're planning to see cherry blossoms or autumn leaves. Spring runs March through May and autumn goes from September through November - these seasons are ideal with mild temperatures and natural color shows. Look for cherry blossoms in early April and peak autumn colors around late October. Summer brings festivals and beach time but pack for humidity and some rain. Winter's nice too - you'll find snow festivals, hot springs and fewer tourists at the main sites.