Embark on a captivating 9-day journey across South Korea, where modern marvels blend seamlessly with ancient traditions. Begin your adventure in the dynamic capital, Seoul, exploring royal palaces, traditional villages, and the historical DMZ. Continue south to Gyeongju, Korea’s ancient capital, where temples, tombs, and observatories reveal the deep roots of Korean civilization. From there, travel to the coastal city of Busan, known for its scenic beaches, colourful culture villages, and bustling fish markets. Dive into traditional Korean culture in Jeonju, home to the famous Hanok Village and beloved cuisine like bibimbap. Before returning to Seoul, stop in Suwon to admire the grandeur of Hwaseong Fortress. This well-rounded itinerary offers a perfect mix of city life, historic charm, cultural experiences, and coastal beauty, all while staying comfortably in carefully selected hotels each night.
🏞️ Highlights:
Explore Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, and Cheonggyecheon Stream
Visit the DMZ and Third Infiltration Tunnel
Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites in Gyeongju: Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto
Relax and explore Busan’s beaches, markets, and Gamcheon Culture Village
Experience Jeonju Hanok Village and traditional Korean culture
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Seoul
Seoul
Arrive at Incheon International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Seoul. After check-in, take some time to relax or explore nearby areas like Myeongdong or Namdaemun Market for shopping and street food. Return to your hotel and stay overnight in Seoul.
Day 2 :
Seoul City Tour
Seoul
In the morning, after breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided tour of Seoul’s cultural and historical sites. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, and watch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Continue to Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, and the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in Seoul.
Day 3 :
DMZ Tour (Demilitarized Zone)
Seoul
In the morning after breakfast, head out for a half-day excursion to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), including visits to Imjingak Park, Dora Observatory, and the Third Infiltration Tunnel. Return to Seoul in the afternoon and enjoy free time for shopping or visiting Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). Return to your hotel and stay overnight in Seoul.
Day 4 :
Travel to Gyeongju (Historical City Tour)
Gyeongju
In the morning , check out from your hotel after breakfast and travel to Gyeongju by high-speed KTX train or private vehicle. Upon arrival, visit Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Seokguram Grotto. In the afternoon, explore Tumuli Park and Cheomseongdae Observatory. Check in to your hotel in the evening and stay overnight in Gyeongju.
Day 5 :
Gyeongju to Busan via Coastal Route
Busan
In the morning, after breakfast and check-out, depart for Busan, with a scenic stop at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, located by the sea. Upon arrival in Busan, visit Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island. Later, check in to your hotel and spend your evening exploring the Busan Night Market or Gwangalli Beach. Stay overnight in Busan.
Day 6 :
Explore Busan
Busan
In the morning, after breakfast, begin your Busan city tour with visits to Gamcheon Culture Village, Jagalchi Fish Market, and Busan Tower. Walk through BIFF Square and shop at Gukje Market. Enjoy sunset views from Taejongdae Cliff Park or Oryukdo Skywalk. Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in Busan.
Day 7 :
Travel to Jeonju (Cultural Experience)
Jeonju
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from your Busan hotel and drive or take a train to Jeonju, Korea’s cultural capital. Upon arrival, explore Jeonju Hanok Village, Gyeonggijeon Shrine, and try traditional Korean foods like bibimbap. Visit local workshops for hanji (traditional paper) or tea ceremonies. Check in to your hotel and stay overnight in Jeonju.
Day 8 :
Return to Seoul via Suwon
Seoul
In the morning, after breakfast and check-out, begin your journey back to Seoul, stopping at Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO site. Continue to Seoul and check in to your hotel in the afternoon. Enjoy your final evening with free time for last-minute shopping or a Han River cruise. Overnight stay in Seoul.
Day 9 :
Departure from Seoul
Seoul
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Incheon International Airport for your return flight, marking the end of your 9-day South Korea journey filled with culture, history, nature, and modern experiences.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only.
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