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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Visit the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea.

Sleep in a temple in Gyeongju-si.

Sample the diverse cuisine of Korea.

Itinerary

Curious about South Korea’s dynamic blend of ancient and modern? The Best of South Korea tour is your gateway to the country’s highlights, from Seoul’s neon-lit streets to Busan’s bustling markets and the tranquil temples of Gyeongju. Over eight days, this city sightseeing tour serves up a mix of history, culture, and contemporary energy.

Delve into folk villages, savor regional cuisine, and gain firsthand insight into the poignant history between North and South Korea with a visit to the Demilitarized Zone.

This trip’s unique selling point is its comprehensive approach—offering a true snapshot of South Korea as it emerges as a top travel destination, all within one engaging tour package.

day 1Seoul

Welcome to Seoul! As fellow travellers are arriving throughout the day, there are no planned activities until a group meeting at 6 pm. Check into the hotel and enjoy the city.
After the welcome meeting, join your CEO for an orientation walk down Cheonggyecheon Stream to learn about Seoul while walking past small waterfalls and nearly two dozen overhead bridges. Then, enjoy the dense grid of streets found in the bustling neighbourhood of Myeongdong which is packed with people at all hours of the day looking to enjoy some of the best shopping, street food, and nightlife in all of Korea.
Opt for a group dinner to end your first night!

Accomodation
Hotel Prince (or similar)
Included Activities
Seoul Orientation Walk, Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Seoul

day 3Seoul/Gyeongju-si

day 4Gyeongju-si/Busan

day 5Busan

day 6Busan/Seoul

day 7Seoul

day 8Seoul

What's Included

Accommodation
Standard hotels (6 nts), temple (1 nt).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Note: Allow USD220-290 for meals not included.
Transport
Private van, train, subway, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Overnight Temple Stay, Gyeongju-siCity tour of SeoulDMZ visitCity tour of GyeongjuYangdong Folk Village visitHaedong Yonggungsa Temple VisitCity tour of BusanHaeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island (APEC House) VisitN Seoul Tower VisitNamdaemun Market Visit

Customer Reviews

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based on 12 reviews
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Danielle DVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Easy going tour!

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Deblina MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Good balance of included and optional activities. The hotels were centrally located which made it easy to explore the place on one’s own. CEO did a good job of communicating the itinerary, pacing the activities, and giving us informative overviews of the local history in all the places we visited.

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Nicole BVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Enjoyed Korea. We had a wonderful group. Exceeded expectations as a Country.

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Adriana MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Amazing trip! And Planning

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NikkiVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Great way to introduce Seoul and surrounding cities in S Korea. Excellent CEO who guided us safely and with enthusiasm. Very satisfied with G Adventures!

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