Private 6 Days South Korea Family Tour from Seoul

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Seoul Arrival
1 stop
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Seoul
Welcome to Seoul, the capital city of South Korea! Upon your flight landing at Incheon International Airport, your private driver will warmly greet you and then transfer you to the well-selected hotel in downtown Seoul in 1.5 hours. After check-in, you could have a good rest at the hotel or step out to explore the surroundings on your own.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Seoul City Highlights: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village & Cheonggyecheon Park
5 stops
2
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This morning, your South Korea tour starts when the car passes by the Presidential Residence. Our first stop is Gyeongbokgung Palace, which was first built in 1395 as the royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). ► Tip: If it happens to be a Tuesday, the palace will be closed and we will visit Changdeokgung Palace instead.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
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Then, let’s proceed to the Samcheong-dong Street, one of the most stylish and artistic areas in Seoul.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Bukchon Hanok Village
Next, we’ll visit the famous Bukchon Hanok Village. Following the guide’s footprint, explore this representative residential neighborhood of the civil and military officials 600 years ago.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
5
We’ll then head to Insadong Antique Alley, a street stuffed with galleries, tea houses, and stores selling crafts and antiques.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Cheonggyecheon Stream
In the late afternoon, make our way to Cheonggyecheon Stream Park. After visit, the guide will send you back to your hotel or the nearby Myeongdong Shopping District.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Seoul: Tour DMZ & War Memorial of Korea
2 stops
7
DMZ
After breakfast, leave for the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) to witness the Korean War history. Follow the guide to visit Imjingak Park, where you could see the Freedom Bridge and the Peace Bell. Walk into the Third Tunnel, which is said to be dug by North Korea for military use in 1978. The Dora Observatory here provides a precious chance for you to get a view of the reclusive land from the south.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
8
The War Memorial of Korea
Thereafter, you’ll be transferred back to the city and visit War Memorial of Korea. After the visit, you’ll be escorted back to the hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Move to Busan by Bullet Train; Visit Jagalchi Market, BIFF Square & Gamcheon Culture Village
5 stops
9
Busan
This morning, let’s take a 2.5-hour KTX bullet train to Busan.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Jagalchi Market
Upon arrival, follow the guide to start the Busan tour from Jagalchi Market, one of the largest seafood markets in South Korea.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
11
BIFF Square
Next, take a stroll at BIFF Square, which was built in 1996 to hold Busan International Film Festival, one of the most significant film festivals in Asia.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Gukje Market
Then, visit Gukje Market, which is literally International Market with more than 690 stores.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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After that, we will spend some time exploring Gamcheon Culture Village. Around 70 years ago, Gamcheon was actually a slum. In 2009, the government, local artists and residents began to renovate the houses, and transformed it into a vibrant artistic village. At Last, you’ll be escorted to the hotel.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Busan to Gyeongju: Visit Bulguksa Temple & Daereungwon Tombs; Back to Seoul by Bullet Train
7 stops
14
Gyeongju
In the morning, transfer you to Gyeongju, the capital of Silla in ancient times. Gyeongju has the largest number of historical sites in the country, and many of them have been included in the World Heritage List.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
15
Bulguksa Temple
We will first visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Bulguksa Temple built in 751 AD.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Along with Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, built of granite stones on the slope of Mount Tohamsan, is also a part of the world heritage site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
17
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Next, visit the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, a heritage park with 23 ancient royal tombs including Cheonmachong Tomb built between the 5th and 6th century AD.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
18
Cheomseongdae Observatory
Our next stop is Cheomseongdae Observatory, another World Heritage site in Gyeongju, which stands as one of the oldest existing astronomical structures in Asia.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Then, we will stroll around Hwangnidan-gil Street, one of the most nostalgic districts in Gyeongju.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
20
Seoul
Late in the afternoon, board the KTX bullet train back to Seoul in 2.5 hours. Upon arrival, the private driver will be right there waiting to transfer you to the hotel.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Departure from Seoul
1 stop
21
Seoul
This morning, your private driver will take you to the airport for your flight to next destination. Wish you a nice journey!
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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