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18 to 35s Essential South Korea

9 days
Start and end in Seoul
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Seoul

    Seoul

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk in Seoul
    • Welcome meeting at 6 pm

    Optional Activities

    • Visit HiKR Ground for media art and music video creation
    • Explore Seoul's modern districts and nightlife independently
    • DMZ Tour - USD80
    • Korean Class - USD30
    • Gyeongbokgung Palace visit - USD4
    • Hanbok Hire - USD25
    • Painting Class - USD50
    Landmarks
    HiKR Ground
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  2. Day 2

    Seoul

    Seoul

    Included Activities

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace visit
    • Gwangjang Market tour with leader

    Optional Activities

    • K-beauty treatments including skin checks and colour analysis
    • Try local dishes - hand-cut noodles or bulgogi
    • Coin karaoke
    • Calligraphy Class - USD30
    • Baseball Game (Apr-Sep, prices from USD20)
    • Korean Head Spa (subject to availability, from USD130)
    • Spaland - USD20
    • Taekwondo Class (minimum 8 pax required) - USD50
    Landmarks
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Gwangjang Market
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  3. Day 3

    Seoul to Jeonju

    Seoul to Jeonju

    Included Activities

    • Local bus journey to Jeonju
    • Orientation walk in downtown Jeonju
    • Nambu Market visit with leader
    • Taste dalgona at local store

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hanok Heritage Village independently
    • Visit craft shops in the heritage area
    • Browse food stalls
    • K-Pop Dance Class - USD50
    Landmarks
    Hanok Heritage Village
    Gyeonggjieon Shrine
    Nambu Market
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  4. Day 4

    Jeonju

    Jeonju

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led walk through Jeonju architecture and galleries
    • Jeonju Hanji and Crafts Center visit
    • Hanji paper making experience

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Jaman Art Village with colorful murals
    • Walk Sinabro-gil Trail
    • K-pop dance class - USD50
    • Optional group dinner with bibimbap
    Landmarks
    Jeonju Hanji and Crafts Center
    Jaman Art Village
    Sinabro-gil Trail
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  5. Day 5

    Wanju to Daegu

    Wanju to Daegu

    Included Activities

    • Webongsansung walk with leader
    • Ahwon Gotack visit
    • Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine visit

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Seomun Market (historic traditional market)
    • Visit Daegu Tower for panoramic skyline views
    Landmarks
    Webongsansung
    Ahwon Gotack
    Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine
    Seomun Market
    Daegu Tower
  6. Day 6

    Daegu to Busan

    Daegu to Busan

    Included Activities

    • Train journey to Busan
    • Gamcheon Culture Village visit
    • Igidae Coastal Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Calligraphy class - USD30
    • Haeundae Beach relaxation
    • Dinner at local restaurant
    • Baseball Game (Apr-Sep, prices from USD20)
    • Korean Head Spa (subject to availability, from USD130)
    • Spaland hot springs - USD20
    • Taekwondo Class (minimum 8 pax required) - USD50
    Landmarks
    Gamcheon Culture Village
    Haeundae Beach
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  7. Day 7

    Busan

    Busan

    Optional Activities

    • Visit The Bay 101 waterfront complex for drinks
    • Taekwondo class (minimum 8 pax required) - USD50
    • Shop at Centum shopping complex
    • Spaland hot springs - USD20
    • Haewoondae ferry ride at sunset
    • Baseball Game (Apr-Sep, prices from USD20)
    • Korean Head Spa (subject to availability, from USD130)
    • Calligraphy Class - USD30
    Landmarks
    The Bay 101
    Centum Shopping Complex
    Spaland
  8. Day 8

    Busan to Seoul

    Busan to Seoul

    Included Activities

    • Urban Smart Farm Social Company visit and sustainability learning
    • Igidae Beach coastal walk
    • Train journey back to Seoul

    Optional Activities

    • Pick up coffee and breakfast
    • Explore Seoul's districts, cafes, modern restaurants and parks
    • Visit local bars to celebrate
    • DMZ Tour - USD80
    • Korean Class - USD30
    • Painting Class - USD50
    Landmarks
    Urban Smart Farm Social Company
    Igidae Beach
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  9. Day 9

    Seoul

    Seoul

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Reviews from other tours by Intrepid Travel

  • Eva5.0September 2025
    Fantastic adventure. Well organised. Great guide. Good value for money.
  • Jit5.0June 2025
    Interesting with full of adrenaline filled activities.
  • Sharon5.0April 2025
    The description of this tour was very accurate. It was a great experience!

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    Lynda

    Asked on May 16th, 2026

    I am wondering roughly how many people per room typically with the multi share rooms?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2026

      Our tours are usually based on a twin-share arrangement, which means two people per room in most cases.

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    Rhonda

    Asked on April 26th, 2025

    Do you offer essential korea tours for over 35?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      Unfortunately, no. This tour is specifically designed for travelers aged 18-35.

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    Are there insurance options available for travelers?

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      It is advisable to have travel insurance, but options should be checked independently.

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    Richard

    Asked on December 12th, 2024

    We are 66 years old, it says this tour is for 18-29 year olds. Our son is getting married in Korea on the 10th so the dates would match what we need, but don't know if we'd be welcome for tour

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten December 2024

      Unfortunately, our Essential South Korea trip is an age restricted trip for anyone 18 - 35. I'm not sure how long you were spending in South Korea after your son's wedding but we do have our South Korea Highlights trips that starts 13MAY2025.

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    Dennis

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      A deposit of 400 is required to confirm your booking after a complimentary hold period of 48 hours.

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    Paloma

    Asked on September 4th, 2024

    What is the accommodation setup for this tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten September 2024

      Accommodation consists of a hostel (multi-share) for 7 nights and a Hanok for 1 night. Travelers on the same booking might be assigned to different rooms due to single-gender dormitories.

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    Raymond

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    How do I receive my travel documents?

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      You don't need physical travel documents; it's recommended to save your booking confirmation to present on the first day.

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      Unfortunately, we don't offer a single-room option for this trip.

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    Amy

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    is there a paid option for single supplement or similar accommodation options?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2024

      A single supplement is possible if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip and is subject to availability. We will have to check on this with our local operators and if it's not available we can refund you the payment for the Single supplement.

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    Robert

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    Are there any visa requirements for this tour?

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      Yes, it is essential to check the visa requirements based on your nationality and travel plans.

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Tour ID: 257333

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