Scenic South Korea Tour

Day 1 - Fly overnight to Seoul

Fly overnight to Seoul, the dazzling capital city of South Korea. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. This evening meet your National Escort and fellow travellers to enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Dinner

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Day 2 - Fly overnight to Seoul

Fly overnight to Seoul, the dazzling capital city of South Korea. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. This evening meet your National Escort and fellow travellers to enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Dinner

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Day 3 - Explore Seoul

 dynamic, 24-hour city, amongst the skyscrapers, nightlife districts and colossal shopping malls of Seoul there is an exceptional amount of culture and tradition, from busy tea houses to magnificent palaces. Start your day watching the Changing of the Guards ceremony,and then explore the Gyeongbok Palace. Next, learn to cook a delicious Korean classic -‘bibimbap'in a cookery class which you'll get to eat for lunch.Also visit the UNESCO-listed Jongmyo RoyalShrine, and enjoy panoramic city views at the N SeoulTower. After dinner, watch a non-verbal performance of Nanta – an award-winning show.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 4 - Visit Soswaewon Garden

Travel out of Seoul to the city and explore the bamboo forest of Juknokwon. Next, head toDamyang where you'll discover the beauty ofSoswaewon. This private garden built in the 16th century in the traditional style features essential elements to bring harmony, such as flowing water, trees and grasses. Continue to Gwangju, where you'll spend some time discovering this artistic hub full of fascinating history.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 5 - Explore Seonamsa Temple

Head to Boseong, considered the best place in Korea to grow tea, and visit a green tea plantation, learning all about its production and enjoying a tasting. Continue to Suncheonfor a stop at the 6th-century SeonamsaTemple. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple grounds are also home to a beautiful arched stone bridge. Also visit NaganeupseongFortress Village for a glimpse at a more traditional Korean lifestyle and a chance to take part in a handkerchief dyeing experience.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 6 - Travel to Busan

Head to Yeosu and ride the cable car over beautiful scenery and open water to DolsanIsland. Continue to Odongdo Island for more spectacular landscapes and take some time to appreciate the array of wild flowers that flourish here before travelling to the port city of Busan.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 7 - Discover Busan

The laidback to Seoul's bustle, Busan is a city full of character and traditional features as well as mountains, beaches, temples and exquisite seafood. Start the day at the Jagalchi FishMarket then see the city from above at BusanTower. Also browse the wares at Gukje Market. After lunch, walk over the Oryukdo Skywalk, a glass bridge set on a seaside cliff, soak up the peaceful nature of Dongbaekseom Island, and feel the sand between your toes on Haeundae Beach. Drive to Gyeongju.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 8 - Explore Gyeongju

A city of cultural and historical relics, Gyeongjuis called ‘the museum without walls'. Capital of the Silla Kingdom for over 1,000 years the city is home to a staggering number of tombs, temples, statues and ruins, some of which you'll explore today. Begin at the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Bulguksa Temple, considered the pinnacle of Silla architecture, and SeokguramGrotto. After lunch, visit Gyeongju National Museum before visiting Tumuli Park, a collection of royal tombs, and take a stroll at Anapji Pond.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 9 - Visit Naksansa Temple

Travel to Sokcho stopping en route to explore the 1,300-year history of the NaksansaTemple, a seven-storey stone building overlooking the East Sea.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 10 - Explore Mount Seorak

Mount Seorak National Park is a spectacularly scenic area of high, cloudy peaks, craggy bluffs and fragrant pine forest. Designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve as a habitat for many rare species of plants and animals, it is one of South Korea's most dramatic natural treasures.Take the cable to the mountaintop and then hike to Gwongeumseong Fortress. After lunch,take a hike along the beautiful valley floor as well as an optional visit to the temple.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 11 - Return to Seoul

Transfer to Gangneung and board the train bound for Seoul. On arrival, after lunch, there will be free time for those who wish to shop or further explore Seoul on your own.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 12 - Visit the DMZ

Created as a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea at the end of the Korean War, the DMZ is part of the most heavily militarised border in the world. An early start is needed today as tickets the DMZ are limited. See the DMZ Theatre & Exhibition Hall and walk along the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel. (Should tickets not be available, take a ride on the DMZ gondola and visit the Odusan Unification Observatory). Return to Seoul explore the huge Gwangjang Market. A farewell dinner tonight is the perfect time to reflect on your adventures! Special conditions apply to this day, please refer to your tour dossier for more information.

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

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Day 13 - Fly Home

Return home

Breakfast