My husband is 83 and has COPD. How much walking is on this tour and what accomodations are their for seniors

Our South Koreo Explorer trip is a Discovery trip so the emphasis is not on walking, more on the culture. It would generally be walking around sights, getting on and off transport etc. The places we stay are every bit as important as the sights we visit and the things we do. Wherever possible we choose small, local and family-run properties. Occasionally, when we want to get off the beaten tourist trail, we may stay in more basic accommodation. Choices are based on what's available in the places we want to stay; we choose the accommodation to suit the itinerary, not the other way around.

Can we upgrade the hotels

We are not able to upgrade the hotels. As the hotels that we use on our trips have been selected as a group hotel.

I want to book this tour let me know what is the best price you can offer to me? I'm from Pakistan and need an Invitation Letter for the embassy submmison too.

We can offer this trip: Twin Share Land only USD $2,630.00 per person, Single Land only USD $3,210.00 per person. All dates are guaranteed.

Do people have to be vaccinated to be part of the tour or just show proof of a negative Covid test? Do people have to quarantine when they set foot into Korea or is the media blowing that out of proportion?

We advise you to check your governments travel advice website. For UK customers, we advise that they visit the Foreign, Commonwealth and development office (FCDO)

South Korea Explorer

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Start and end in Seoul

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Arrival in Seoul
Arrival in Seoul
Start point
17-5 Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Shinshin Hotel Seoul, Hotel reception, 17:00)
Optional Activities
- Visit Bukchon Hanok Village (600-year-old traditional village with alleyways and artisan displays)
Landmarks
Bukchon Hanok Village
Incheon International Airport
Day 2
Seoul Orientation Tour
Seoul Orientation Tour
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at Insadong)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour through central Seoul
- Walking tour of Myeongdong shopping district
- Visit Namdaemun market
- Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Visit National Folk Museum
- Walking tour of Insadong antiques and handicrafts area
- Lunch at Insadong
Landmarks
Myeongdong
Namdaemun Market
Seoul City Hall
Gyeongbokgung Palace
National Folk Museum
Insadong
Day 3
Hyeondeoksa Temple and Ojukheon House
Hyeondeoksa Temple and Ojukheon House
Included Activities
- Visit Ojukheon House
- Traditional tea ceremony at temple
- Learn about temple life
Landmarks
Hyeondeoksa Temple
Ojukheon House
Gangneung
Day 4
Buseoksa Temple to Andong
Buseoksa Temple to Andong
Meals
Dinner (Regional specialty meal of marinated steamed chicken along with Soju, the local liquor, at a local restaurant in Andong)
Included Activities
- Visit Buseoksa Temple
- Visit Jebiwon stone Buddha
- Regional specialty dinner in Andong (marinated steamed chicken with Soju)
Optional Activities
- Watch monks perform morning rituals at temple
Landmarks
Buseoksa Temple
Bonghwangsan
Jebiwon Stone Buddha
Sobaek Mountains
Day 5
Hahoe Folk Village to Gyeongju
Hahoe Folk Village to Gyeongju
Included Activities
- Visit Buyeongdae Viewpoint
- Guided tour of Hahoe Folk Village
- Visit Hahoe Mask Museum
- Visit Byeongsan Seowon Confucian School
Landmarks
Buyeongdae Viewpoint
Hahoe Folk Village
Hahoe Mask Museum
Byeongsan Seowon Confucian School
Day 6
Gyeongju UNESCO Heritage Sites
Gyeongju UNESCO Heritage Sites
Included Activities
- Visit Seokguram Grotto (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Bulguksa Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Silla Kiln
- Visit National Museum of Gyeongju
Landmarks
Seokguram Grotto
Bulguksa Temple
National Museum of Gyeongju
Day 7
Namsan Mountain and Tongdosa Temple to Busan to Seoul
Namsan Mountain and Tongdosa Temple to Busan to Seoul
Included Activities
- Visit Tongdosa Temple
- Visit Fish Market in Busan
- Visit International Market in Busan
Optional Activities
- Early morning visit to Namsan Mountain
- Hiking trails at Namsan Mountain
- Boating at Namsan Mountain
- Bicycle hire at Namsan Mountain
Landmarks
Namsan Mountain
Tongdosa Temple
Fish Market, Busan
International Market, Busan
Day 8
DMZ and Joint Security Area
DMZ and Joint Security Area
Included Activities
- Escorted military tour of the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
- Visit Joint Security Area (JSA)
- Explore North Korean infiltration tunnel
Landmarks
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Joint Security Area (JSA)
Day 9
Departure from Seoul
Departure from Seoul
End point
17-5 Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Shinshin Hotel Seoul, Hotel reception, 09:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Incheon International Airport

Landmarks
Bukchon Hanok Village
Incheon International Airport

Landmarks
Myeongdong
Namdaemun Market
Seoul City Hall
Gyeongbokgung Palace
National Folk Museum
Insadong

Landmarks
Hyeondeoksa Temple
Ojukheon House
Gangneung

Landmarks
Buseoksa Temple
Bonghwangsan
Jebiwon Stone Buddha
Sobaek Mountains

Landmarks
Buyeongdae Viewpoint
Hahoe Folk Village
Hahoe Mask Museum
Byeongsan Seowon Confucian School

Landmarks
Seokguram Grotto
Bulguksa Temple
National Museum of Gyeongju

Landmarks
Namsan Mountain
Tongdosa Temple
Fish Market, Busan
International Market, Busan

Landmarks
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Joint Security Area (JSA)

Landmarks
Incheon International Airport

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
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Asked on August 13th, 2022
My husband is 83 and has COPD. How much walking is on this tour and what accomodations are their for seniors
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Age Range
- Explore!Operator•Written August 2022
  Our South Koreo Explorer trip is a Discovery trip so the emphasis is not on walking, more on the culture. It would generally be walking around sights, getting on and off transport etc. The places we stay are every bit as important as the sights we visit and the things we do. Wherever possible we choose small, local and family-run properties. Occasionally, when we want to get off the beaten tourist trail, we may stay in more basic accommodation. Choices are based on what's available in the places we want to stay; we choose the accommodation to suit the itinerary, not the other way around.
M
Muhammad
Asked on June 4th, 2022
Can we upgrade the hotels
Accommodation
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2022
  We are not able to upgrade the hotels. As the hotels that we use on our trips have been selected as a group hotel.
A
Alexis
Asked on March 6th, 2022
I want to book this tour let me know what is the best price you can offer to me? I'm from Pakistan and need an Invitation Letter for the embassy submmison too.
Price / Availability
Visa
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2022
  We can offer this trip: Twin Share Land only USD $2,630.00 per person, Single Land only USD $3,210.00 per person. All dates are guaranteed.
K
Kerry
Asked on January 13th, 2022
Do people have to be vaccinated to be part of the tour or just show proof of a negative Covid test? Do people have to quarantine when they set foot into Korea or is the media blowing that out of proportion?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2022
  We advise you to check your governments travel advice website. For UK customers, we advise that they visit the Foreign, Commonwealth and development office (FCDO)

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