GENERAL INFORMATION
TRAVEL IDEAS
- Essential Korea, 7 days
- Seoul Shopping, 3 days
- Seoul in Depth, 6 days
- Gyeongju, 3 days
- Gyeongju & Busan, 5 days
- Jeju Island, 3 days
- Korean Temple Stay, 2 days
- Korean Temple Stay, 3 days
- EXPO 2012 - Yeosu Korea, 2 days
MULTI-DESTINATION TRAVEL IDEAS
- Highlights of Korea and Hong Kong, 10 days
JOIN-IN TOURS
- Korea In Depth, 11 days
- Korea Showcase, 7 days
- EXPO 2012 - Yeosu Korea, 9 days
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Korea Independent Travel Ideas
Essential Korea
7 days
Seoul • Gyeongju • Busan
Korea, "Land of the Morning Calm," is a land of opposites existing in conjunction with each other. It combines ancient Oriental tradition with modern technology. In downtown Seoul, one can find traces of its 5,000-year history in its palaces, city gates, and temples and yet the country is also a rapidly developing nation in terms of industry, trade, and commerce.
This itinerary will give you an insight into all the contrasts of this fascinating country. From Seoul and Busan, vibrant metropolises to Gyeongju, described as an open-air museum.
Day 1. Arrive in Seoul.
On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for 2 nights accommodation. Remainder of day at your leisure.
Day 2. Seoul sightseeing.
Today you will embark on a full day tour of Seoul, which will include visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Natinoal Folk Musuem of Korea. Afterwards, you will pass by the Blue House (Presidential Palace) and go to Jogyesa Temple. After enjoying a lovely lunch at the Secret Garden you will continue on to Insadong Alley and the South Gate Open Market, before being dropped off at your hotel. (BL)
Day 3. Seoul/Gyeongju.
You will be transferred to Seoul station for the morning express train to Gyeongju. Upon arrival in Gyeongju, you will be met and taken to your choice of hotel for 2 night’s accommodation. After lunch your tour of Gyeongiu will take you to In the afternoon you will visit the Royal Tumuli Park, Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Anapji Pond, and the Gyeongju National Museum.
Pond. (BL)
Day 4. Gyeongju.
Today, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full day's sightseeing in Gyeongju. Highlights of today’s tour include Bulkuksa Temple, the Seokuram Grotto, and the Gyeongju Arts and Crafts centre. After lunch you will also get the chance to explore Shilla Millennium Park before being dropped off at your hotel. (BL)
Day 5. Gyeongju/Busan.
Transfer to Busan by road. En route, visit the Tongdosa Temple. On arrival, check into your choice of hotel. Later visit Busan Tower, the International Market and the Jagalchi Fishery. (BL)
Day 6. Busan.
Today, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full day tour of Busan. The day includes a visit to Nurimaru APEC House, Haeundae Beach, Busan Aquarium, UN Memorial Cemetery, Busan Municipal Museum and Yonggungsa Seaside Temple. (BL)
Day 7. Busan/Seoul.
Depart by express train to Seoul in the morning. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the airport. (B)
Please note:
The Secret Garden is replaced by Changgyeong Palace on Mondays. Gyeongbok Palace is replaced with Deoksu Palace on Tuesdays.
DEPARTURES:
Join any day.
PRICES:
Please request prices for the time you wish to travel.
PRICE INCLUDES:
6 nights accommodation with private facilities in your choice of Moderate, First class or Deluxe hotels, private sightseeing in Busan and Gyeongju, and seat in coach sightseeing in Seoul, private transfers to/from airport and rail stations, train tickets as indicated in itinerary, meals as shown by BLD, English speaking guide and Entrance fees.
Hotels:
Please click the hotel of your choice from the list below.
| City | Moderate | First Cass | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul | IBIS Myeongdong | Grand Ambassador Seoul | Shilla Hotel |
| Gyeongju | Gyeongju Tourist | Gyeongju Commodore Hotel | Gyeongju Hyundai |
| Busan | Busan Tourist Hotel | Busan Commodore Hotel | Grand Busan |
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