South Korea Highlights
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- Explorer
- Family
- Customizable
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 9 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 15-99 yrs
- max group size 12
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-27528
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- Operated in English
- Starts Seoul, South Korea
- Ends Seoul, South Korea +3
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Spend a fascinating day exploring the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) on a guided tour. Discover why this intriguing place has been awash with tension and political pressure since the Korean War.
- Take a street food tour of the renowned Gwangjang markets in Seoul, feasting on bite-sized delights, and indulge in an authentic all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience for your final night.
- Explore the seaside Sokcho and discover the island village of Abai, home to hundreds of North Korean refugees and learn about their experience in a sobering talk with the community here.
- Spend a night in a traditional Hanok house in the Andong Hahoe folk village, walking past the traditional homes to imagine the country in its past life.
- Visit coastal Haedong Temple, explore the colourful Gamcheong Culture Village and then meet a Haeyno diver in Busan for an insider’s view of this predominantly female profession.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
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Start and end in Seoul, the "South Korea Highlights" tour is a guided explorer tour that takes 9 days. You will travel through Gangneung, Suncheon and Hahoe Folk Village, Andong in South Korea. "South Korea Highlights" is a small group tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.
A melting pot of natural wonder, culinary delights and mesmerising cityscapes, South Korea is proving to be a destination well worth adding to your bucket list! On this nine-day exploration, you’ll discover Korea’s Demilitarised Zone, eat ‘til you drop at an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ restaurant, hike through the amazing scenery of Seorksan Mountain, wander through the colourful Gamcheong Culture Village, spend a night in a traditional hanok house and discover the charisma of Busan from seaside Haedong Temple to the stories of Haeyno divers.
A melting pot of natural wonder, culinary delights and mesmerising cityscapes, South Korea is proving to be a destination well worth adding to your bucket list! On this nine-day exploration, you’ll discover Korea’s Demilitarised Zone, eat ‘til you drop at an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ restaurant, hike through the amazing scenery of Seorksan Mountain, wander through the colourful Gamcheong Culture Village, spend a night in a traditional hanok house and discover the charisma of Busan from seaside Haedong Temple to the stories of Haeyno divers.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Seoul
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Day 2: Seoul
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Day 3: Sokcho
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Day 4: Sokcho
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Day 5: Andong
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Day 6: Busan
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Day 7: Busan
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Day 8: Seoul
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Day 9: Seoul
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- Hotel (7nts), Hanok (1nt)
Meals
- 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Transport
- Private Vehicle , Public Bus , Metro , Taxi , Boat , High Speed Train
Guide
- An expert tour leader
Included Activities
- Seoul - Gwangjang market
- Seoul - Naksan night view over the city
- Seoul - Gyeongbukgung Palace
- Seoul - Demilitarized Zone (DMZ/South Korea)
- Seoul - Bukchon Hanok Village
- Sokcho - Local market visit
- Sokcho - Island village of Abai
- Sokcho - North Korea refugee family visit
- Sokcho - Seoraksan Mountain
- Andong - Andong folk village
- Andong – Village Traditional Dance Performance (except for Monday)
- Busan - Haedong Temple
- Busan - Gamcheon Art Village
- Busan - Haenyeo (female diver) visit
- Busan – Local ‘Smart Farm’ visit
- Any international flights to/from Seoul are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this South Korea Highlights tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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Tour guide was helpful, knowlegeable, and easy to understand. Experienced and learnt a lot about Korean food cuisene, Heritage and culture. Keep up the good work.
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CANCELLATION
COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.
Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.
COVID-19 Safety Measures
No additional cancellation fees apply for this South Korea Highlights tour. You can cancel the tour up to 58 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 57 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 57 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceSouth Korea Highlights tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this South Korea Highlights tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Is this trip right for you- A good degree of fitness is recommended for this trip as a lot of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
- Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.
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