Classic Korea

  • CAD $2230.0

  • 7 days / 6 nights

Seoul | Gyeongju | Busan

nDiscover South Korea from modern Seoul to the historic city of Gyeongju and the coastal city of Busan. Explore palaces and temples, and an optional visit to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) where it separates North and South Korea. Travel to Gyeongju where known as “Museums Without Wall”, visiting the UNESCO-listed sites of Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. En route to Busan, visiting major attractions of Busan including Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Gamcheon Cultural village, and Jagalchi Fishery Market.

Itinerary

ARRIVE SEOUL

Upon arrival at Incheon International Airport, you will be met by the local guide. Begin the tour driving the first stop N Seoul Tower, one of the representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul. Then, you will visit Namsan Hanok Village to see the beauty of the authentic Korean tradition architecture. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the hotel for check-in.

SEOUL

After breakfast, we will start our city tour to Gyeongbokgung Palace, which is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces. Next, we move to Changdeok Palace; located within, the Secret Garden, was known as a place of rest for the kings, was kept as natural as possible.

Then we will take a walk around Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong street seeing several traditional Korean houses (Hanok) and stores that sell antique art crafts. Next, move to Gwangjang Food Market, the nation’s first market and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today.

Before heading back to hotel, we will come to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) where holds various exhibitions, fashion shows, forums, conferences, and other domestic and international events.

Meals: B

SEOUL | ANDONG

After breakfast, you will get an early pick-up in the morning and transferred to Andong to visit Hahoe Village. Hahoe Village, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List under the category of “Historic Villages in Korea” on July 31, 2010.

Before you getting far too fascinated by the breathtaking scenery the Hahoe village offers, we will depart for Gyeongju and make stop at Anapji pond. Anapji means “Goose and Duck Lake.” After the tour, you will check in the hotel and overnight in Gyeongju.

Meals: B,L

GYEONGJU | BUSAN

Today we will be visiting Gyeongju, where is home to no fewer than three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The magnificent Buddhist monastery Bulguksa temple will be your 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-gil and Gwangandaegyo Bridge, where you can enjoy the night view of Busan. Check in the hotel and overnight in Busan.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Accommodation: hotel at your choice(1 night)

BUSAN | SEOUL

Today, we will explore Busan,starting by visiting Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan.

Next we will move to Gamcheon Culture Village which is formed by houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning this village the nickname of “Machu Picchu of Busan.”

No visit to Busan is complete without a stop at the traditional Gukje International Market, followed by an exciting exploration of the enormous Jagalchi Fish Market. Both markets teem with fascinating products and are a great way to glimpse local life. After the tour in Busan, we will head back to Seoul by KTX.

Meals: B
Accommodation: hotel at your choice (1 night)

SEOUL

Today you can join a full day tour to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) or spend the day at your leisure.

SEOUL

After breakfast, check-out the hotel and transferred to airport for your homebound flight.

Dates & Prices

Departure Date Budget
From $2,230
Price per Person
Standard
From $2,640
Price per Person
Deluxe
From $2,970
Price per Person
January – December
Seoul
(4 nights)
Skypark Hotel Dongdaemun Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Grand Intercontinental Hotel
Gyeongju
(1 night)
The-K Hotel The Suites Hotel Gyeongju Hotel Hyundai Gyeongju
Busan
(1 night)
Ibis Ambassador Haeundae Best Western Haeundae Novotel Ambassador Busan

* Price per person based on double occupancy. Due to the dynamic nature of availability and pricing, please click here to contact us directly for departure dates and full pricing.

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