Highlights Of Korea
9 Days Starting in Seoul and ending in Busan
Visiting: Seoul, Jeonju, Gyeongju, Busan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TRGZ-3271
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 16
Age range:
35-79
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Discover the rich cultural tapestry and natural beauty of South Korea on the "Highlights of Korea" tour. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Seoul, where you'll explore historic sites like Gyeongbok Palace and the Blue House, and experience the dynamic blend of old and new. Travel to Jeonju, the heart of Korean culture, and immerse yourself in traditional crafts and architecture. Marvel at the scenic splendor of Gayasan National Park and the ancient treasures of Gyeongju, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Busan, South Korea's bustling port city, enjoy fresh seafood at Jagalchi Fish Market, visit the serene Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, and stroll through the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village. This tour offers a perfect mix of history, nature, and local experiences, all while staying in high-quality 4-star accommodations and enjoying a variety of unique dining experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Seoul Arrival (D)
Location: Seoul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Dinner
Upon arrival at Incheon airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of your day free at your leisure.
In the evening, after a tour briefing, our tour guide will take you out for a Welcome Dinner.
Overnight in Seoul.
Day 2 : Seoul City Tour (B,L)
Location: Seoul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at your hotel, we will transfer you to discover the New Seoul area. Visit the beautiful Gyeongbokgung Palace to experience the most representative edifices of the Joseon Dynasty (more than 500 years old) and visit the National Folk Museum to see Korean Unique culture as well as people’s lifestyle in the olden days.
We also enjoy the Traditional Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Then, we will be passing (stop) by the Presidential Blue House.
We'll have a walk around the Bukchon Hanok Village seeing several traditional homes, Hanok.
Then, we will head to ICE Gallery, the world’s first indoor ice sculpture gallery that’s open year-round. Also, we have an enjoyable time at Trick Eye Museum. Trick eye transforms global cultural content and sculptures into smart and modern optical illusion art.
Overnight in Seoul.
Day 3 : Seoul - Jeonju (B,L)
Location: Jeonju
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we proceed to the most celebrated village of Jeonju, the Landmark of Korean Culture.
We first visit Hanji Museum (Korean Traditional Mulberry paper), as Korea’s first museum specializing in paper, it has an extensive collection of 3,000 artifacts and a database documenting the long history and superiority of Hanji (Korean paper). You also get DIY experience to make Korean paper with wooden tools and bring it back home.
We will take a tour of Jeonju Hanok Village, the largest Korean Village with various traditional cultural facilities in the downtown area. Coming up next is a walking tour in the Gyeonggijeon pavilion, the symbol of Jeonju’s Korean-style village.
Overnight in Jeonju.
Day 4 : Jeonju - Gayasan National Park - Gyeongju (B,L)
Location: Gyeongju
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, we transfer to Gayasan National Park which is known to offer one of the best scenic views in the country and also as the home of Haeinsa Temple. Haeinsa ("Reflections on a Smooth Sea") is an important Buddhist temple on Gaya Mountain, best known for its complete copy of the Buddhist scriptures, the Tripitaka Koreana.
Then, we move to the century-old historical Gyeongju City, the 1,000-year-old capital of the Shilla Dynasty. The Gyeongju Historic Areas were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000 and also known as the largest outdoor museums in the world. The protected areas encompass the ruins of temples and palaces, outdoor pagodas and statuary, and other cultural artifacts left by the Silla Kingdom.
Overnight in Gyeongju.
Day 5 : Gyeoungju (B,L)
Location: Gyeongju
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, we will start our city tour from Bulguksa temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), also known as “The Buddhist Country Temple”, alongside is the neighboring Seokguram Grotto Hermitage. Lastly, we will visit Daereungwon, also known as Tumuli Park which has more than 20 large and small tombs from the Silla Period. We also visit Chomsongdae Observatory, constructed as the lunar calendar, and Tumuli park exhibiting the Royal tombs.
Gyeongju Nat’l Museum is loved by visitors and residents alike as it houses numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla Dynasty (57 BC-AD 935). Then, we visit Gyeongju Folk’s Hand Craft Village, Shilla ancient Kiln for Celadon.
Overnight in Gyeongju.
Day 6 : Gyeoungju - Busan (B,L)
Location: Busan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, we move to Busan city, South Korea's second-largest city after Seoul. Start to visit the Yongdusan Dragon Head Park – it is called Yongdusan because the shape of the mountain resembles a dragon’s head emerging from the sea.
Then we will go to Busan Tower, a 120-meter tower that provides a stunning bird’s-eye view of the entire city of Busan, including islands and ships dotted in the distant seas. An impressive sight today is the trip to the Jagalchi Fish Market, the largest fish market in Korea and a popular “must-go” site for tourists in Busan. The market is located beside Nampo Port which means the fish can be kept fresh and delivered quickly.
Overnight in Busan.
Day 7 : Busan City Tour (B,L)
Location: Busan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel we first visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, which is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan.
Next, we will visit Taejongdae Park, which represents Busan, and is especially famous for its rock beach. Featuring its highest peak at 250 meters, there are forests of pine trees and 200 other varieties of trees.
After that, we also visit APEC House, which refers to an APEC Conference Hall. Collectively, it means “a house where the world summits gather together for an APEC meeting”. We then transfer to the most popular Haeundae Beach, and Centum city is registered in the Guinness World Records as the largest shopping complex in the world.
Overnight in Busan.
Day 8 : Busan Village Tour (B,L,D)
Location: Busan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Hotel In Central Location
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gamcheon Culture Villiage is the destination today. This is formed by houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning this village the nickname "Machu Picchu of Busan."
We also visit Nampodong International Market, which is one of Korea’s largest markets; each alleyway is crowded with stalls, and it connects to Bupyeong Market, Kkangtong Market, and other smaller markets. The market stocks such a wide variety of goods, that you can find almost everything you need.
This evening enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.
Overnight in Busan.
Day 9 : Busan Departure (B)
Location: Busan
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, a private transfer will take you to Gimhae Airport where you will begin your journey home or to the next destination.
What's Included
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Meals
Welcome & Farewell Dinner
A Unique & Varied Dining Experience
Full Breakfast Daily; Selected Lunches and Dinners (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner) -
Sightseeing
Entrance fees at monuments
Comprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary
All local government fees & taxes -
Accommodation
Stay at excellent hand-selected high-quality 4-star accommodation in central location or adjacent to monuments or strategically at the edge of a wilderness.
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Transportation
Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
Locally based professional drivers -
First-Class Service
24/7 local assistance and travel guidance
Airport Meet-and-Greet welcome service with local tour guide
Guaranteed departures with Just Two Guests
Small group with maximum 16 guests
A unique "local-host" experience exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel -
Tour Guide & Tour Leader
English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination – they will bring your itinerary to life
For a group of more than 10 people, on top of local tour guides, we will provide an experienced tour director. He or she will oversee your entire journey, accompany you every day and connect you to the people, places and encounters in a way you’ll never forget.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure that they are covered for any unforeseen circumstances.
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Tours and Activities
Any optional tours or activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary are not included in the tour price.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
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International Flights
International flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
Mode of Transport
Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, all touring in air-conditioned vehicles with locally based professional drivers.
Accommodation
Stay at excellent hand-selected high-quality 4-star accommodation in central locations or adjacent to monuments or strategically at the edge of a wilderness.
Check out our Q&As
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What will we do in Jeonju?
In Jeonju, you will visit the Hanji Museum, take a DIY experience to make Korean paper, tour Jeonju Hanok Village, and have a walking tour in the Gyeonggijeon pavilion.
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay at excellent hand-selected high-quality 4-star accommodations in central locations or adjacent to monuments or strategically at the edge of a wilderness.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, all touring in air-conditioned vehicles, and locally based professional drivers.
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What is special about the Gamcheon Culture Village?
Gamcheon Culture Village is known for its houses built in a staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning it the nickname 'Machu Picchu of Busan.'
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Key highlights include exploring Seoul, visiting the Blue House, Gyeongbok Palace, and the Folklore Museum, experiencing the traditional fish market of Jagalchi, discovering Busan, and visiting the famous Culture Village, considered the Machu Picchu of Busan.
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What kind of dining experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a Welcome and Farewell Dinner, a unique and varied dining experience, and full breakfast daily. Selected lunches and dinners are also included.
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What activities are planned for the first day of the tour?
Upon arrival at Incheon airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free at your leisure. In the evening, there will be a tour briefing followed by a Welcome Dinner.
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What can I expect during the Seoul City Tour?
The Seoul City Tour includes visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum, the Traditional Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, the Presidential Blue House, Bukchon Hanok Village, ICE Gallery, and the Trick Eye Museum.
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Are there any exclusions I should be aware of?
Yes, travel insurance, personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and beverages, optional tours and activities not mentioned in the itinerary, visa fees, and international flights are not included.
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What will we see in Busan?
In Busan, you will visit Yongdusan Dragon Head Park, Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae Park, APEC House, Haeundae Beach, and Centum City.
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What are the main attractions in Gyeongju?
In Gyeongju, you will visit Bulguksa temple, Seokguram Grotto Hermitage, Daereungwon (Tumuli Park), Chomsongdae Observatory, Gyeongju National Museum, and Gyeongju Folk's Hand Craft Village.
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Will there be a tour guide during the trip?
Yes, English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination will bring your itinerary to life. For groups of more than 10 people, an experienced tour director will also be provided.
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Are there any additional services provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour offers 24/7 local assistance and travel guidance, an airport meet-and-greet welcome service with a local tour guide, guaranteed departures with just two guests, and a unique 'local-host' experience exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel.
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What is the maximum group size for this tour?
The tour operates with a small group, with a maximum of 16 guests.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Founded in 2012, the Tweet World Travel Group is an Australian-owned corporation and one of the country's leading wholesalers for Worldwide River Cruises, Tour Operators, and Travel Technology Providers. With headquarters in Adelaide, South Australia, the company has a wide reach, with local operational offices throughout Asia.
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Are there any health requirements or vaccinations needed for the tour?
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Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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