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Royal Palaces • Traditional Villages • Coastal Scenery • Culinary Delights
Embark on a 9-day immersive journey through South Korea’s most captivating destinations, from the vibrant streets of Seoul to the volcanic landscapes of Jeju Island. Experience ancient royal traditions, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, indulge in diverse culinary adventures, and discover stunning coastal scenery. This carefully curated tour combines cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural wonders, offering perfect insights into both traditional and contemporary Korean life.
Urban Introduction & Nightscape Exploration
Afternoon: Arrive at Incheon Airport, transfer to Seoul city center hotel
Evening: Myeongdong shopping street exploration and street food tasting
Night: N Seoul Tower visit for panoramic city night views
Food Tip:
Try tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) and hotteok (sweet pancakes)
Photo Spot:
N Seoul Tower's observation deck offers 360-degree city views
Palaces, Markets & Hands-On Experiences
Morning: Gyeongbokgung Palace with royal guard changing ceremony
Afternoon: Bukchon Hanok Village walking tour and Gwangjang Market food crawl
Evening: Kimchi-making class or traditional tea ceremony experience
Cultural Note:
Wear hanbok for free palace entry and beautiful photos
Tea Experience:
Learn about Korean tea culture from a master
Spiritual Sites & Scenic Landscapes
Morning: Drive to Maisan Observatory for mountain views. Maisan's "Horse Ears Mountain" offers spectacular hiking.
Afternoon: Tapsa Temple with unique stone pagodas
Evening: Jeonju arrival and traditional market dinner exploration
Evening Tip: Try Jeonju's famous bibimbap for dinner
Traditional Culture & Culinary Delights
Morning: Hanbok wearing experience and village photography
Afternoon: Traditional craft workshop and Jaman Mural Village exploration. The mural village features beautiful street art and installations.
Evening: Omokdae viewpoint for sunset over traditional roofs
Photo Opportunity:
Hanbok photos in traditional village settings are unforgettable
UNESCO Heritage & Coastal City Arrival
Morning: Haeinsa Temple - home of Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks. The woodblocks are a UNESCO Memory of the World heritage.
Afternoon: Confucian academy visit and transfer to Busan
Evening: Bupyeong Night Market seafood dinner experience
Seafood Tip: Try Busan's famous raw marinated crab
Temples, Fish Markets & Island Transfer
Morning: Haedong Yonggungsa Temple - seaside Buddhist temple
Afternoon: Jagalchi Fish Market and Gamcheon Culture Village
Evening: Fly to Jeju, check into resort with ocean view
Sunrise Tip:
The temple is especially beautiful at sunrise
Colorful Experience:
Gamcheon's painted houses make perfect photos
Volcanic Landscapes & Hot Spring Therapy
Morning: Jusangjeolli Cliff and Cheonjeyeon Waterfall exploration
Afternoon: Sanbangsan hot spring with ocean views. Jeju's mineral-rich hot springs are therapeutic.
Evening: Nanta Show - non-verbal traditional kitchen percussion performance. Nanta has been running for over 20 years.
Shopping Tip: Jeju lava skincare products and green tea make excellent gifts
Geological Marvels & Folk Traditions
Morning: Seongsan Sunrise Peak crater hike
Afternoon: Manjanggul Lava Tube and Jeju Stone Park. The lava tube is one of the world's longest.
Evening: Seongeup Folk Village traditional dinner experience. Fly to Seoul.
Local Taste: Try Jeju's famous hallabong oranges and black pork
Last Memories & Flexible Departure
Morning: Seoul souvenir shopping for local specialties. Optional Incheon city exploration if evening flight
Evening: Airport transfer for international departure
Final Taste:
Incheon's jajangmyeon (black bean noodles) is famous