Small Group 7D Korea package Tour with Seoul Gyeongju Busan Jeju

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Meet with tour guide at Gimpo airport
6 stops
1
Woljeongri Beach
Arrival at ICN in the morning, and Airport pickup by a driver. We will head to Gimpo airport and fly to Jeju Island from there. The tour guide will be waiting to meet you in Jeju. Woljeongri beach and Café street is known for its scenery, tranquil white sand and beautiful emerald ocean. Near the beach, a stretch of cozy and beautiful cafes aligns the streets.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
2
Gwangchigi Beach
This beach is distinctively different from normal beaches thanks to a few special features. The first is its soft black sand formed from gradual weathering of basalt rocks. Whimsically enough, the water is still emerald clear by the dark sand. You will also walk on solidified lava rock structures covered in green moss. Smell the fresh sea air, touch the vibrant surroundings, and walk as far into the horizon.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Also referred as ‘Sunrise Peak’, this archetypal tuff-cone structure rose from the shallow sea by hydro-volcanic eruptions 5,000 years ago. Climbing to the top, you can find a grass-filled crater surrounded by numerous sharp rocks. In spring, the crater is filled with bright yellow colored canola flowers. This colossal footprint left by nature is a UNESCO World Heritage and also a habitat for 200 types of trees and wild animals. Japanese empire dig holes on the walls of this lava structure, using them to hide military camps. Now they are used by Haenyeos as their diving platforms. Haenyeos are female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment. Their unique way of life and culture were inscribed as UNESCO Intangible Heritage of the World. You can watch their performance nearby.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Late MARCH to EARLY APR - cherry blossom Canola flowers - APR through SEP Jeju Noksan-Ro – Cherry blossom & Canola flower street The Jeju Canola Flower signals the start of spring with fields of bright yellow flowers.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
5
Manjanggul Cave
It's formed by volcanic actions long time ago
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
6
Seongeup Folk Village
You can see traditional Jeju Island house and their life here
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Jeju Tour
7 stops
7
Jeju Jeonong-Ro Cherry blossom(7 – 10 Apr near Jeju university) The petals of Jeju’s King Cherry Tree blossoms are the largest and most luxurious among all cherry blossoms. The peak of blossoms lasts for only 2 to 3 days, but the beautiful blossoms can be seen for weeks, from late March to the second week of April.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
8
Mysterious Road (Dokkaebi Road)
Here objects on the road roll up the hill instead of moving downwards. On the surface, this upward movement appears to defy the laws of gravity but in reality, the phenomenon is just a mere optical illusion.
9
Hallasan National Park
Hallasan is 1,950m in height and is the highest mountain in South Korea. Widely known by scientists for its geological value, the mountain is a dormant volcano made mostly of basalt. There are 368 parasite volcanos called Oreums around the main mountain. You will take Eorimok trail(Northwest): This short trail is another relatively easy trail for beginners. In spring, the nearby meadows are adorned with red royal azaleas. From the stone pathway to Manse Dongsan, visitors can catch a breathtaking panoramic view of the countryside and the island’s signature Oreums.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
10
Daepo Haean Jusangjeolli Cliff
Moving past a flock of pine tree forest, we will find a beach filled with a group of mysterious, black rock pillars in shapes of cubes and hexagons in varying sizes. These rocks almost seem as carved by human hands. Formed by the cooling and solidification of lava flows, the columnar jointing arose from contraction of molten lava during cooling. This is a unique sight designated as natural monument of Jeju Island.
11
Cheonjiyeon Falls
Cheonjiyeon Falls: The legend behind Cheonjiyeon Falls is told that seven fairies serving the King of Heaven came down to the pond on stairs of clod and bathed in the clean waters. The waterfall itself is 22 meters high and 12 meters wide. This national natural monument is also known as a famous eel-fish habitat. The forest nearby contains a variety of rare plants such as brambles.
12
Jeongbang Waterfall
Jeongbang Waterfall is a magical waterfall that directly descends into the ocean. Such feature cannot be found anywhere else in Asia. Next to the waterfall is an inscription on stone referring to a passage of a royal servant from Chinese Qin Dynasty, ordered by the emperor to find an elixir for permanent life. Head to Jeju airport and fly to Busan and Meet a driver and head to Hotel in Busan and Drop off at hotel in Busan
13
It's art of light and video! you can fall into love with this special art museum!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Jeju - Busan
7 stops
14
Haeundae Dalmaji-gil Road
-cherry blossom site- Located beyond the famous Haeundae Beach, the small road is lined with beautiful cherry blossoms and pine trees on a mountain slope. The combination of blue sea, sandy seashore, and drifting pink petals together comprise a charming landscape.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Busan Gamcheon Culture Village
Consisted of houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, this village was originally made by war refugees for their settlement. In 2000's, the city government of Busan launched maintenance and revitalization project in the area, bringing vibrant murals and sculptures into the meandering alleys of the town. The success of the city projects earned this village the nickname "Machu Picchu of Busan."
1 hour • Admission ticket included
16
Jagalchi Market
This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. Visitors can buy and eat fresh raw fish right at the market. The common scene in the market is comprised of mostly elderly women selling mackerel, sea squirts and whale meat on wooden boxes along the road outside of the market and along the shore.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
17
BIFF Square
BIFF Square is the main venue of Busan International Film Festival(BIFF). It is a unique place where numerous film theaters are gathered in a single district, and it is also a well-known street food heaven. For the youth living in Busan, it is an ever-crowded place to enjoy a variety of leisure facilities. Handprints and footprints of Korean film stars fill up the floors of its streets.
18
Gukje Market
Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living. Shops in Gukje Market sell an assortment of new and used items. Since vendors deal in both wholesale and retail sales, the average customer can purchase various items at incredibly inexpensive prices.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
19
Haedong Yonggungsa
It's the most beautiful temple in S.Korea people say! Must visit site in Busan!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
20
Haeundae Blue Line Park
It's brand new place where you can take a train and enjoying the beautiful scenery of busan seashore!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Gyeongju - Shilla kingdom
7 stops
21
Bulguksa Temple
Head to Gyeongju(1h) and Bulguksa temple. Bulguksa Temple is an absolute historic jewel of the Silla Capital Gyeongju, also inscribed as a UNESCO heritage of the world. It's a temple where one can discover sophisticated masonry skills of the era in the stairs, bridges, and pagodas.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
22
Seokguram
Seokguram, located in Tohamsan Mountain, is the representative stone temple of Korea. This valuable grotto has been kept intact for over 1,200 years, thanks to its design that facilitates natural ventilation and humidity control. Cold spring water was designed to flow beneath the structure, settling down any moisture that formed in the grotto towards the floor.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
23
Cherry blossom In April the whole walkway is covered with pink petals of cherry blossoms.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
24
Within Daereungwon Tomb Complex is a large field of giant Korean tombs in the shape of round hills, resembling female breasts. At Cheonmachong Tomb inside the complex, you can enter into the tomb itself. Its hall is consisted of a wooden coffin placed inside an underground chamber mounded with boulders and earth, characterized as a typical upper class tomb of the Silla period.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
25
Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
It's the village you can see nobleman's houses over here
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
26
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
It's night view place , around the lake, there's traditional pavillion where royal family used to have party!
40 minutes • Admission ticket included
27
We will take Korean Bullet Train here to Seoul , AKA, KTX It will take about 2hours!
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Korean Cooking Class and hongdae shopping street
3 stops
28
This is cooking class where you can cook three korean traditional cuisine, bibimbab, traditional pancake and soup, depending on season, menu can be changed!
3 hours • Admission ticket included
29
Hongdae
It's young passionate street where you can find so many shopping and food and you can find so many street performances along the street!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
30
This is the most popular none verbal show in Korea This one is optional Seasts : S - 35USD P - 45USD V - 55USD
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Seoul highlight Tours
8 stops
31
Cherry blossom festival site Yeouido Park is a beautiful park located in Yeoido Island on Han river. The island is the main finance and investment banking district of Seoul, but its character changes in spring. Fluffy pink flowers can be seen everywhere in the island, and the trees shed their delicate petals every time the wind blows. This island is considered as the top place for Seoulites when enjoying the cherry blossoms in spring.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
32
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Situated at the top of Gwanghwamun Square, the presence of Gyeongbukgung palace gleams brightly in the central spine of the nation. As the first and largest palace built by Joseon Dynasty in 1395, this grand villa consisted of 330 buildings and had up to 3,000 staffs. Before entering to explore the palace, we will watch the changing ceremony of royal guards. This enactment is an excellent opportunity to experience a rare tradition, performed exactly as it used to be held. Guards appear wearing royal uniforms, carrying traditional weapons and playing traditional instruments.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
33
Jogyesa Temple
As the head temple of Korea’s Buddhism, Jogyesa Temple plays important roles, despite its small size being in the city center. Many Buddhist lectures, events, and rituals take place all year long. Its garden is renowned for its outstandingly flamboyant themes, changing the outlook every season. The grandiose annual lantern festival in celebration of Buddha’s birth takes place here.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
34
Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses called hanok, that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. We will go stroll in this labyrinth of traditional homes cramped together, sharing walls. Created by the first city-planner of Korea, these intimate structures will delight you as you discover your way around the hillside village.
35
Kwangjang Market
-Food tour location- Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today, popularized by a recent Netflix show. The second floor of the market is filled with silk, satin, and linen bed-sheet stores, which are the largest and most famous in Seoul. The highlight of this market is, however, discovering the animated street food stalls! We will go sampling some of the best Korean street foods here. The specialties in this market are octopus tartar and mung-bean pancakes. You will also be introduced to eccentric Korean foods such as steamed pork feet, blood sausage, and spicy chicken feet.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
36
Take in the breathtaking 360-degree view of the Seoul Metropolis! The top of the tower is at almost 480m above sea level, including Namsan Mountain(243m) and the tower’s own height(236.7m). The tower was first established as a broadcast tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969. As of now, it has become one of the representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul. At the tower, you can check out other highlights including the famous 'Locks of Love' and ancient beacon mounds.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
37
Myeongdong Shopping Street
Myeong-dong is one of the primary shopping districts in Seoul. Many brand name shops and department stores line the streets and alleys. Common products for sale include clothes, shoes, cosmetics and accessories. Unlike Namdaemun or Dongdaemun, many designer brands are sold in Myeong-dong.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
38
Insadong
It's art and antique street , here you can find so many korean tea cafe, souvenior shop, traditional restaurants and some korean traditional sweets!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
DMZ tour + Suspension Bridge
5 stops
39
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
It's the place where we should stop by to buy DMZ shuttle bus tickets and we can get on the shuttle bus We need our passports since there's ID check point since we are going in the civilian control zone! In the zone, we will stop by three places ( 4stops soo ) 1. 3rd infiltrational tunnel - where N.Korea dug after Korean war, it's a sign of their ambition to attack S.Korea again 2. Dora observatory - where you can see N.Kora with you naked eyes - related to weather, hope it's good 3. Unification village back to Imjingak peace park Total it takes 2h30m When Dorasan station is done for renovation, it will be open soon
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
40
The Third Tunnel
It's the first stop of DMZ tour, to get there, we need to pass the south limit line of DMZ. It's the beginning of DMZ tour 3rd tunnel was dug by N.Korea after Korean war You can get inside the actual one , check and become the witness of Korean war!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
41
Dora Observatory
It's the one of the nortern most observatory open to the public in S.Korea where you can see N.Korea with your naked eyes!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
42
It's the last stop of DMZ tour where you can find DMZ souvenior and local products, it's like market This village is located in civilian control zone under curfew
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
43
Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
This place is the one of the battle field of Korean War but now it become the beautiful place to stop by only 10min hiking you can see the nature scenery and suspension bridge!
40 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please add country code to your phone number at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Itinerary is very flexible. Because this is private tour

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