Standard Hotel: Budget - Skypark Hotel Dongdaemun (3.5*); Standard - Golden Tulip M Hotel (4*)
Deluxe Hotel: Grand Intercontinental Hotel (5*)
Meal: Excluded
After arrival, the guide will greet you as soon as you come out of the baggage claim area and drive you to N Seoul Tower. Then we will pay a visit to Namsan Hanok Village to see the beauty of the authentic Korean tradition architecture. Afterwards, we will transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Seoul, KOREA
Seoul is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. The Seoul Capital Area, which includes the surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province, is the world's second largest metropolitan area with over 25.6 million people, home to over half of South Koreans along with 632,000 international residents.
N Seoul Tower
One of Seoul's most popular tourist attractions, this tower, built in 1971, was made for communication and observation. Measuring in at 236 meters tall, it is the second highest point in the city.
Namsangol Hanok Village
Also known as "A Village of Traditional Houses in the Namsan Valley", it is a Korean village located in the area of Pil-dong neighborhood in Jung-gu, a central district of Seoul, South Korea where hanok or Korean traditional houses have been restored to preserve the original atmosphere of the area.
Day 2:
Seoul
Standard Hotel: Budget - Skypark Hotel Dongdaemun (3.5*); Standard - Golden Tulip M Hotel (4*)
After breakfast, we will depart early for Gyeongbokgung Palace. Next, we will head for Changdeokgung Palace. Then we will walk around Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong Street seeing several traditional Hanok homes and stores. Before heading back to hotel, we will come to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP).
*Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesday and Changdeokgung is closed on Monday, we will visit other palace instead.
Seoul, KOREA
Seoul is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. The Seoul Capital Area, which includes the surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province, is the world's second largest metropolitan area with over 25.6 million people, home to over half of South Koreans along with 632,000 international residents.
Gyeongbokgung
This palace in Seoul was once the main palace of the Joseon dynasty, built in 1395. Within, visitors will be able to find the National Palace Museum of Korea and the National Folk Museum.
Changdeokgung
One of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the kings of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897).It was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997. The UNESCO committee stated the place was an "outstanding example of Far Eastern palace architecture and garden design".
Bukchon Hanok Village
A Korean traditional village in Seoul with a long history located on the top of a hill between Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and Jongmyo Royal Shrine. The traditional village is composed of lots of alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment.
Insa-dong
A dong, or neighborhood of the Jongno-gu district of Seoul. The main street is Insadong-gil. At one time it was the largest market for antiques and artworks in Korea.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
A major urban development landmark in Seoul, the centerpiece of South Korea's fashion hub and popular tourist destination, featuring a walkable park on its roofs, large global exhibition spaces, futuristic retail stores and restored parts of the Seoul fortress.
Day 3:
Seoul - Andong - Gyeongju (13264 km)
Standard Hotel: Budget - The-K Hotel (4*); Standard - The Suites Hotel Gyeongju (4*)
After breakfast, we will get an early pick-up in the morning and transfer to Andong to visit Hahoe Village. Next we will depart for Gyeongju and make stop at Wolji Pond also called Anapji pond. After the tour, we will check in the hotel and overnight in Gyeongju.
Andong, KOREA
A city in South Korea, and the capital of North Gyeongsang Province, known as a centre of culture and folk traditions. The surrounding area maintains many ancient traditions, such as the Andong Folk Festival and the Andong masks.
Hahoe Village
The village is a valuable part of Korean culture because it preserves Joseon period-style architecture, folk traditions, valuable books, and an old tradition of clan-based villages. It is listed by the South Korean government with UNESCO as a World Heritage Site with Yangdong Folk Village in 2010.
Gyeongju, KOREA
Gyeongju was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD), which ruled about two-thirds of the Korean Peninsula at its height between the 7th and 9th centuries. A vast number of archaeological sites and cultural properties from this period remain in the city.
Wolji Pond
Formerly known as Anapji, Wolji Pond is an artificial oval shape pond in Gyeongju National Park, South Korea. It was part of the palace complex of ancient Silla (57 BCE – 935 CE), 200m from east to west and 180m from north to south and contains three small islands.
Day 4:
Gyeongju - Busan (13455 km)
Standard Hotel: Budget - Ibis Ambassador Haeundae (3.5*); Standard - Best Western Haeundae (4*)
The magnificent Buddhist monastery Bulguksa temple will be our first destination, followed by Seokguram Grotto. Later we will visit Daereungwon, also known as Tumuli Park, tranquil home of 23 tombs. After the Gyeongju tour, we will depart for Busan and before checking in the hotel, we will make stop at ibagu gill and Gwangandaegyo Bridge.
Gyeongju, KOREA
Gyeongju was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Silla (57 BC – 935 AD), which ruled about two-thirds of the Korean Peninsula at its height between the 7th and 9th centuries. A vast number of archaeological sites and cultural properties from this period remain in the city.
Bulguksa Temple
A head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism classified as Historic and Scenic Site No. 1 by the South Korean government.In 1995, Bulguksa was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List together with the Seokguram Grotto, which lies four kilometers to the east.
Seokguram Grotto
A hermitage and part of the Bulguksa temple complex, classified as National Treasure No. 24 by the South Korean government. In 1995, Seokguram was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List together with the Bulguksa Temple. It exemplifies some of the best Buddhist sculptures in the world.
Busan, KOREA
South Korea's second most-populous city after Seoul, the economic, cultural and educational center of southeastern Korea. It hosted the APEC in 2005, the 2002 Asian Games and FIFA World Cup. It is home to the world's largest department store, the Shinsegae Centum City. Busan was added to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a "City of Film" in December 2014.
Gwangandaegyo Bridge
A suspension bridge connects Haeundae-gu to Suyeong-gu. The road surface is about 6,500 meters long, with the bridge as a whole spanning 7,420 meters. It was constructed began in 1994 and concluded in December 2002.
Day 5:
Busan - Seoul (13173 km)
Standard Hotel: Budget - Skypark Hotel Dongdaemun (3.5*); Standard - Golden Tulip M Hotel (4*)
Today, we will explore Busan, starting by visiting Haedong Yonggungsa Temple. Next we will move to Gamcheon Culture Village. Then we will visit Gukje International Market and Jalgalchi Fish Market. After the tour in Busan, we will head back to Seoul by KTX.
Busan, KOREA
South Korea's second most-populous city after Seoul, the economic, cultural and educational center of southeastern Korea. It hosted the APEC in 2005, the 2002 Asian Games and FIFA World Cup. It is home to the world's largest department store, the Shinsegae Centum City. Busan was added to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a "City of Film" in December 2014.
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
A Buddhist temple set on the seaside built in 1376 destroyed during the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592–98) and rebuilt in the 1930s.
Gamcheon Culture Village
The area is known for its steep streets, twisting alleys, and brightly painted houses, which have been restored and enhanced in recent years to attract tourism.
Jalgalchi Fish Market
Located on the edge of Nampo Port, Busan, one of the ten landmarks of Busan, so many tourists visit there to shop.
Day 6:
Seoul
Standard Hotel: Budget - Skypark Hotel Dongdaemun (3.5*); Standard - Golden Tulip M Hotel (4*)
We hope you have had a truly wonderful time and that you return home with great memories and experiences from Korea. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Price Includes
One way KTX Ticket
Parking and Toll gate fee
Lunch (2 days) and hotel breakfasts
6 nights accommodation based on TWN/DBL sharing
Transfers with local English speaking guide
All admission fees (stated otherwise)
Meals specified in the itinerary
Price Excludes
Tip for local guide (suggested USD 5/pax/day)
Meals not specified
Any personal costs
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