[Day 1] Seoul → Gongju → Jeonju | |
8:00am | Depart from Amid Hotel Seoul |
Arrive at Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress - Explore Gongsanseong Fortress, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015. | |
Tomb of King Muryeong - Visit the Tomb of King Muryeong, which provides crucial evidence of the Baekje culture and the foreign exchanges of that era. | |
Gongju National Museum - Visit the the Gongju National Museum, which houses over 10,000 cultural relics, including 19 National Treasures and 3 Treasures. | |
Transfer to Jeonju | |
Arrive at a 4-5 star hotel in Jeonju* |
[Day 2] Jeonju → Jangseong → Gwangju | |
Jeonju Hanok Village Choose your preferred Hanbok, the Korean national costume, and make special memories strolling around the beautiful hanok village. | |
Gyeonggijeon Shrine - Explore Gyeonggijeon Shrine, which was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. | |
Baegyangsa Temple - Upon arrival at the temple, you will experience conversation over tea with a monk. | |
Transfer to Gwangju | |
Arrive at a 4-5 star hotel in Gwangju* |
[Day 3] Gwangju → Boseong → Suncheon → Busan | |
Boseong Green Tea Plantation - Kick off the morning by visiting a green tea plantation that produces high-quality green tea, with a chance to taste Boseong green tea ice cream. | |
Transfer to Suncheon | |
Suncheonman Bay - After a lunch break, visit Suncheonman Bay, a coastal wetland that serves as a key habitat for migratory birds and wildlife. * Suncheonman Bay is closed on the last Monday of every month. On these dates, it will be replaced with Nak-an Fortress. | |
Transfer to Busan | |
Arrive at a 4-5 star hotel in Busan* |
[Day 4] Busan | |
The United Nations Memorial Cemetery - Start the day with a visit to the UN Memorial Cemetery in Busan, the only UN cemetery in the world dedicated to honoring UN Command casualties from the Korean War. | |
Jagalchi Market & Gukje Market - After lunch, explore Jagalchi Market, Korea's largest seafood market, and Gukje Market, an iconic local market known for its wide variety of unique items. | |
Songdo Sea Cable Car - Take a scenic mile-long cable car ride, offering stunning views of Songdo Beach, Namhang Bridge, and the coastline. | |
Enjoy free time on your own in Busan at night. |
[Day 5] Busan → Gyeongju | |
Nurimaru APEC House - Begin the day with a visit to Nurimaru APEC House, the venue for the 2005 APEC Summit. The house is located on Dongbaekseom Island, an island known for its camellia trees. | |
Transfer to Gyeongju | |
Bulguksa Temple - Head to Gyeongju and enjoy lunch upon arrival. Visit Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Korean Buddhist culture from the 8th century. | |
Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Visit the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, believed to be the resting place of kings and court officials. | |
Gyeongju National Museum - Explore the Gyeongju National Museum, predominantly showcasing relics from the Silla Kingdom. | |
Cheomseongdae Observatory - Stop at Cheomseongdae, an iconic cylindrical observatory that stands about 9 meters tall. | |
Arrive at a 4-5 star hotel in Gyeongju* |
[Day 6] Gyeongju → Daegu → Andong → Pyeongchang | |
Transfer to Daegu | |
Korean Traditional Culture Center - Learn how to make traditional teatime snacks under the guidance of an expert in regional cuisine. *This class requires a minimum of 8 participants to proceed. If the minimum number is not met, it will be replaced with a visit to Buyongdae Cliff. | |
Transfer to Andong | |
Andong Hahoe Village - Visit one of the most famous folk villages in Korea. Surrounded by the Nakdonggang River, the village is home to descendants of the Ryu clan of Pungsan, who still make up 70 percent of the residents. | |
Transfer to Pyeongchang | |
Arrive at a 4-5 star hotel in Pyeongchang* |
[Day 7] Pyeongchang → Yangyang → Seoul | |
Transfer to Yangyang | |
Jujeongol of Seoraksan Mountain Visit the Jujeongol of Seoraksan Mountain, renowned for its breathtaking fall colors and remarkable valley and rock formations. After the hike, relish lunch at a local restaurant. | |
6:00pm~7:00pm | Return to Seoul |