Seoul, Busan, and Jeju Island

Welcome to Korea! You’ll be transferred to your hotel and have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll receive information about the start of your tour.

Today, we’ll embark on an extensive tour of Seoul, which will last approximately five hours. We’ll begin by visiting the Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located within a large park and home to a series of royal palaces. Afterward, we’ll stroll through Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional historic neighborhood filled with small houses. Next, we’ll visit the War Memorial, an impressive museum that illustrates Korea’s many historical conflicts, with a particular focus on the Korean War, in which soldiers from numerous countries participated alongside the United Nations. Lunch will be included at a local restaurant. We’ll continue to the Gangnam District, one of the most popular areas in the city, with many shopping and entertainment centers. To conclude the day, we’ll stop at the Lotte World Tower, a stunning 550metertall building, where you’ll have free time to either ascend the tower (admission not included) or explore its park and luxury shopping centers. Later, we’ll provide a transfer to the station to board a highspeed train (ticket included) bound for Busan. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.

In the morning, we’ll depart from Busan to visit Haedong Yonggung, a 14thcentury Buddhist temple beautifully located by the sea. Afterward, we’ll return to Busan to explore the UN Memorial Cemetery, the resting place for people from many nations. Next, we’ll visit the country’s largest fish market, located by Nampo Port, followed by an included lunch. We’ll then stroll to Yongdusan Park, home to the towering 120meter pagoda. Later, we’ll head to Songdo Beach, where you can ride the country’s first marine cable car (ticket included, weather permitting) and take in the breathtaking views of the bay. Our journey will continue to the Gamcheon Culture Village, known for its vibrant, colorful buildings, mazelike alleyways, art galleries, pottery workshops, and beautiful cafes. Afterward, we’ll return to Busan for an overnight stay.

We’ll depart for Busan Airport to catch the included flight to Jeju Island, arriving midmorning. This island is considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll begin our tour with a visit to the Seongsan Ilchulbong Crater, also known as Sunrise Peak, a mustsee tourist destination. Next, we’ll head to the Seongeup Folk Village, located at the foot of Hallasan Mountain and surrounded by walls. The village features numerous traditional houses made of stone, clay, and thatched roofs, where we can wander through its authentic streets. We’ll then visit the Haenyeo Museum, dedicated to preserving the tradition and culture of the iconic women divers. As we explore the museum’s various exhibits, we’ll learn about their history, customs, ceremonies, and the tools they use for fishing. After the visit, we’ll provide a transfer to the hotel.

We’ll depart for the Jeongbang Waterfall, the only waterfall in Asia that plunges directly into the sea. Our journey will continue with a visit to the Jusangjeolli Cliff, a stunning volcanic rock formation featuring towering stone pillars lined along the coast. Next, we’ll head to the Osulloc Tea Museum, which was established to showcase and promote the history and tradition of Korean tea. We’ll finish with a lovely stroll through the Garden of Thinking, an exquisite fusion of creativity, art, and philosophy. We’ll then return to the hotel for accommodation.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.