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South Korea Explorer

9 days
Start and end in Seoul
4.3
1 traveler review

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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

  1. Day 1

    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
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  2. Day 2

    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
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  3. Day 3

    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
  4. Day 4

    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
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  5. Day 5

    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
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  6. Day 6

    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
  7. Day 7

    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
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  8. Day 8

    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)
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  9. Day 9

    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
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    Joshua

    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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    • Explore!OperatorWritten 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.

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    Alexis

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    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.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten 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.

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    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?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten 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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    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for South Korea. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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