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Epic 9 Day K-Pop Tour: Discover South Korea's Top Hits

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 15
Ages 18-55

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Seoul

    Seoul
    Start point
    Seoul, South Korea (Step Inn Myeongdong, 14:00)
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Step Inn Myeongdong 1)

    Included Activities

    • Namsan Mountain cable car
    • Observatory visit at Namsan

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping in Myeongdong (albums, photocards, beauty products, merchandise)
    • Dinner in Seoul
    • K-Pop shopping in Myeongdong
    Landmarks
    Myeongdong
    Namsan Mountain
  3. Day 2

    Seoul - DMZ

    Seoul - DMZ
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Step Inn Myeongdong 1)

    Included Activities

    • DMZ visit including Dora Observatory
    • Third Tunnel exploration
    • K-Pop Dance Class

    Optional Activities

    • North Korean defector Q&A (depending on availability)
    • Night out in Hongdae (street performers, K-pop dance covers, bars and clubs)
    Landmarks
    Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
    Dora Observatory
    Third Tunnel
    Hongdae
  4. Day 3

    Seoul

    Seoul
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Step Inn Myeongdong 1)

    Included Activities

    • Gyeongbokgung Palace visit including Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
    • Bukchon Hanok Village exploration
    • HIKR Ground visit

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional hanbok rental at Gyeongbokgung Palace
    • Shopping at KTown4U in Insadong
    • K-Pop memorabilia hunting in Insadong
    • Dinner and drinks in Itaewon with group
    Landmarks
    Gyeongbokgung Palace
    Bukchon Hanok Village
    Insadong
    HIKR Ground
    Itaewon
  5. Day 4

    Seoul

    Seoul
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Step Inn Myeongdong 1)

    Included Activities

    • Hallyu K-Star Road visit including Gangnam Dolls
    • COEX Mall exploration
    • Starfield Library visit
    • BTS RM Forest visit

    Optional Activities

    • Exploring Jamsil district
    • Checking out Lotte World Tower
    • Dining at Jamsil restaurants
    • JYP café visit
    Landmarks
    Hallyu K-Star Road
    COEX Mall
    Starfield Library
    BTS RM Forest
    Jamsil
    Lotte World Tower
  6. Day 5

    Seoul to Gwangju

    Seoul to Gwangju
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Guest 145)

    Included Activities

    • Chungjang K-Pop Star Street visit
    • Hope World sculpture visit
    • Penguin Village exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Exploring 1913 Songjeong Station Market and local food
    Landmarks
    Chungjang K-Pop Star Street
    Hope World Sculpture
    Penguin Village
    1913 Songjeong Station Market
  7. Day 6

    Gwangju to Busan

    Gwangju to Busan
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Blueboat Hostel Haeundae)

    Included Activities

    • Gamcheon Culture Village tour
    • Songdo Marine Cable Car ride

    Optional Activities

    • Songdo Marine Cable Car glass-bottom cabin upgrade (5,000 KRW)
    • BIFF Entertainment Square exploration
    • Street food and shops in BIFF Square
    • Evening leisure activities in Busan
    Landmarks
    Gamcheon Culture Village
    Songdo Beach
    Songdo Marine Cable Car
    BIFF Entertainment Square
  8. Day 7

    Busan

    Busan
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Blueboat Hostel Haeundae)

    Included Activities

    • Busan Citizen Park visit

    Optional Activities

    • Korean jjimjilbang (bathhouse) visit
    • Dadaepo Beach exploration
    • K-Pop karaoke in Haeundae
    Landmarks
    Busan Citizen Park
    Dadaepo Beach
    Haeundae
  9. Day 8

    Busan to Seoul

    Busan to Seoul
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Step Inn Myeongdong 1)

    Included Activities

    • K-Pop makeup masterclass with professional Seoul makeup artists

    Optional Activities

    • Final album and photocard shopping
    • Revisiting favourite neighbourhoods
    • Final Korean meal with group
  10. Day 9

    Seoul

    Seoul
    End point
    Seoul, South Korea (Step Inn Myeongdong)

    Optional Activities

    • Extending stay in Seoul
    • Last-minute shopping
    • Additional sightseeing
    • K-Pop hunting

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  • Martha5.0•November 2026
    This was an amazing tour. I enjoyed it. We get to learn about South Korea culture and cuisine. The tour guide Genie...
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  • Kelly4.7•November 2026
    Great tour - hit all the best places and well organized
  • Louise5.0•November 2026
    Loved it. The food, culture, scenery, everything about it. Very well organised. Our tour guide Genie was fantastic.

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    Pamela

    Asked on July 18th, 2025

    What does shared bedroom mean? I have a group of 3 people, does that mean that you would share accommodation with people other than your family?

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    • The Dragon TripOperator•Written July 2025

      The shared accommodation would be in multibed dorm rooms. Although we try to use gender separated rooms, we can't always guarantee this will be possible.

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      Pamela

      Traveler•Written July 2025

      Another question, can a 15 year old go?

    • The Dragon TripOperator•Written July 2025

      Yes, a 15-year old could join this trip. However, they would need to upgrade the accommodation to private rooms (1 adult 1 child - twin room) as some hostels will not allow under 18s in the dorm rooms. The twin room upgrade is priced at £480 GBP (240 per person).

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    Esther

    Asked on December 20th, 2024

    I want to confirm if this tour can be taken for an adult and a child of 15 years, because in the description, the range is 18-90.

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    • The Dragon TripOperator•Written December 2024

      Unfortunately, the minimum age for this tour is 18. We use hostels throughout the tour and these have a minimum age policy.

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    Kyle

    Asked on September 12th, 2024

    Are there any additional May dates or dates in June 2025 for the K Pop Fan's Dream tour?

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    • The Dragon TripOperator•Written September 2024

      Currently, the only scheduled K-Pop tour within that period is on May 12th.

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    Erin

    Asked on May 8th, 2024

    I was wondering if there is any way to make an exception for you K-pop fan tour. I saw your age limit. I am a very young 66 year old. You'll never find a bigger fan. It's the only music I listen to and I go to all the concerts. I'm pretty sure I would fit right in. This trip would be a dream come true. Please let me know if that is possible. I am still working full time at a physical job and am in very good shape.

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    • The Dragon TripOperator•Written May 2024

      Yes, it is possible for you to join but we will need you to fill out a Tour Suitability Form and check with our Korea Team first. Would it be fine for you? Also, may I ask what is your preferred travelling date?

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