Itinerary
- Day 1
Flight to Seoul
You'll depart for Seoul on an overnight flight, settling in for the journey ahead to South Korea.
- Day 2
Seoul
After arriving at Incheon Airport, you'll transfer to your hotel and have the day free. Later, you'll gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and walk back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner together in a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at local restaurant
- Day 3
Seoul
Starting with breakfast, you'll head to the National Museum of Korea to see its gardens and collections. Then you'll check out the COEX Library in Gangnam before going up Lotte World Tower to the Seoul Sky observation deck. You'll return to the hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- National Museum of Korea visit
- COEX Library visit
- Lotte World Tower Seoul Sky observation deck visit
Optional Activities
- Lunch at own expense
Landmarks National Museum of Korea COEX Library Lotte World Tower - Day 4
Seoul
You'll take a Korean cooking class at Guui Station where you learn to make traditional dishes and taste what you've prepared. After that, you'll walk through Jayang market, then take a cable car up Namsan to Seoul Tower for views of the city. You'll walk back down along the historic wall.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Meal prepared during cooking class)
Included Activities
- Korean cooking class with chef
- Jayang market exploration
- Cable car ride up Namsan to Seoul Tower
- Descent along historic city wall
Landmarks Jayang Market Seoul Tower Namsan - Day 5
Seoul
Starting at Gwanghwamun Square, you'll see statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Next, you'll watch the guard change at Gyeongbokgung Palace and walk through the grounds. From there, you'll wander the alleys of Bukchon Hanok village and Samcheongdong. Later, you'll carve your own Korean stamp in Insadong and check out the art and tea culture. You'll finish at Gwangjang market.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Gwanghwamun Square visit
- Gyeongbokgung Palace changing of the guard and exploration
- Bukchon Hanok village walk
- Samcheongdong exploration
- Insadong art and tea culture experience
- Korean stamp carving
- Gwangjang market visit
Landmarks Gwanghwamun Square Gyeongbokgung Palace Bukchon Hanok village Samcheongdong Insadong Gwangjang Market - Day 6
Seoul to Sokcho
You'll drive through the countryside toward Sokcho in Gangwon Province. Once there, you'll explore Seoraksan National Park with its granite peaks and forests. A cable car takes you to the starting point for a short hike to Gwongeumseong Fortress. You'll visit Shinheungsa Temple and see Yeongnangho Lake before having dinner at Sokcho market.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Relaxed dinner at Sokcho market)
Included Activities
- Seoraksan National Park visit
- Cable car to Gwongeumseong Fortress
- Short hike to Gwongeumseong Fortress
- Shinheungsa Temple visit
- Yeongnangho Lake nature viewing
- Dinner at Sokcho market
Landmarks Seoraksan National Park Gwongeumseong Fortress Shinheungsa Temple Yeongnangho Lake 
- Day 7
Sokcho to Odaesan National Park
You'll drive to Odaesan National Park for a scenic hike. After picking up snacks for a picnic, you'll start at Sangwonsa Temple and follow the Seonjaegil trail through tree tunnels and over bridges to Woljeongsa Temple. You'll stay in gender-separated temple rooms and have a vegetarian dinner with optional ceremony participation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch box), Dinner (Vegetarian dinner at temple)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Gangwon Province
- Sangwonsa Temple visit
- Seonjaegil trail hike through Odaechon
- Woljeongsa Temple visit and overnight stay
- Temple tour
- Vegetarian dinner at temple
Optional Activities
- Temple ceremony
Landmarks Odaesan National Park Sangwonsa Temple Woljeongsa Temple - Day 8
Odaesan to Andong
Heading to Andong, you'll visit Dosan Seowon Confucian Academy set in quiet nature and experience the traditional values there. Lunch features regional specialties. You'll see Bongjeongsa Temple, Korea's oldest wooden structure, then stop at Wolyeongjong Bridge for river views. After that, you'll explore the UNESCO-listed Hahoe village and take a short walk up Buyongdae cliff.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Local lunch with regional specialties)
Included Activities
- Dosan Seowon Confucian Academy visit
- Bongjeongsa Temple visit
- Wolyeongjong Bridge viewpoint
- Hahoe UNESCO village exploration
- Buyongdae cliff walk
Landmarks Dosan Seowon Academy Bongjeongsa Temple Wolyeongjong Bridge Hahoe village Buyongdae cliff 
- Day 9
Andong to Gyeongju
You'll travel to Gyeongju, the former capital of the Silla Empire. There you'll visit UNESCO-listed Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple. Walking through Daereungwon burial ground, you'll see Cheomseongdae Observatory, Asia's oldest, and later view the illuminated Wolji Pond.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Seokguram Grotto UNESCO site visit
- Bulguksa Temple UNESCO site visit
- Daereungwon burial ground walk
- Cheomseongdae Observatory visit
- Wolji Pond illuminated viewing
Landmarks Seokguram Grotto Bulguksa Temple Daereungwon burial ground Cheomseongdae Observatory Wolji Pond 
- Day 10
Gyeongju to Busan
Heading to Busan, the coastal city in southern Korea, you'll start at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple perched on sea cliffs. You'll travel along the coast via the glass Daritgol Skywalk, then ride the Haeundae Sky Capsule (Blue Line) with colorful wagons hovering above old railroad tracks. The day ends at Gwangalli beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple visit
- Daritgol Skywalk traverse
- Haeundae Sky Capsule (Blue Line) ride
- Gwangalli beach visit
Landmarks Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Daritgol Skywalk Gwangalli Beach 
- Day 11
Busan
After breakfast, you'll walk through Gukje Market and BIFF Square for local specialties and pop culture. Next, you'll check out the fresh catch at Jagalchi fish market and have lunch of regional dishes. In the afternoon, you'll explore Taejongdae Park with its steep cliffs by Danubi train. You'll finish in Gamcheon cultural district with its colorful houses and street art.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Regional specialties lunch at Jagalchi fish market)
Included Activities
- Gukje Market walk
- BIFF Square visit
- Jagalchi fish market visit
- Taejongdae Park exploration by Danubi train
- Gamcheon cultural district visit
Landmarks Gukje Market BIFF Square Jagalchi Fish Market Taejongdae Park Gamcheon cultural district - Day 12
Busan to Seoul
After breakfast, you'll either hike along the Songdo coastal path for sea views or relax at the beach and check out nearby cafes. Later, you'll collect luggage and take the KTX high-speed train back to Seoul. The evening is free to explore. You'll end with a farewell dinner as your guide departs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Songdo coastal path hike
- KTX high-speed train to Seoul
- Transfer to hotel in Seoul
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Beach stroll along Songdo
- Exploration of nearby cafés and shops
Landmarks Songdo - Day 13
Seoul
You'll have the day to yourself for exploring and shopping for souvenirs. When evening comes, the Myeongdong night market is a good spot for street food and the lively atmosphere there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) group tour with English-speaking guide - visit Freedom Bridge, 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, Imjingak Park, Dora Observatory
- Taekwondo class with certified English-speaking instructor, uniform included, final photo and certificate of participation
- Myeongdong night market
Landmarks Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Freedom Bridge 3rd Infiltration Tunnel Imjingak Park Dora Observatory Myeongdong night market - Day 14
Departure
You'll transfer to Incheon Airport for your return flight home. Depending on your connection, you'll arrive the same day or the next.
- Meals
- Breakfast
