Uncover Korea: K Pop & Hanok Villages Tour with 4 Reviews by G Adventures

10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Seoul, South Korea

Ends

Jeju, South Korea

Highlights

Explore the best of Seoul at HiKR Ground and Gwangjang Market.

Stay overnight in a Hanok Village.

Dive into a mountainside full of color with a visit to Gamcheon.

Get way off the beaten track and explore Jeju island

Itinerary

Uncover Korea: K Pop & Hanok Villages sweeps you across South Korea’s most captivating sights in 10 days. From Seoul’s lively markets to Jeonju’s hanok village, Busan’s coastal beauty, and the serene island of Jeju, this small group trip balances urban thrills with nature’s tranquility. The unique selling point? An itinerary that lets you experience both Korea’s cutting-edge pop culture and its rich traditional heritage, making it an enticing journey for anyone curious about this dynamic country.

day 1 - Seoul

Arrive at any time and welcome to South Korea's largest metropolis. There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting, so spend the Day exploring on your own time. In the evening, meet your group and your CEO at the welcome meeting. After, head out for an orientation walk and welcome dinner to get to know your group and the city of Seoul. After filling up on some delicious Korean food, opt to join your CEO & new friends out on the town for your First Night Out. Maybe grab a beer or choose to test your singing voice at karaoke.

Meal:Dinner

Accomodation:Dream Guest House (or similar)

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

day 2 - Seoul

Start your Day channeling your inner K Pop star at HiKR Ground. Then head to what may be the cutest street in all of Seoul, Ikseon-Dong Alley. After some shopping, instagrammable moments, and free time for lunch, explore the Gwangjang market and try some iconic Korean snacks. Then enjoy a free evening in the city.

Accomodation:Dream Guest House (or similar)

Included Activities:HiKR Ground, Ikseon-dong Alley, Gwangjang Market Visit Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Gangnam District Visit , N Seoul Tower Visit

day 3 - Seoul

Seoul is yours to explore today. With endless options, there's no bad way to enjoy this city. Opt to visit the DMZ, take a K Pop dance class, go on a Seoul City Tour or try your hand at some Korean delicacies at a cooking class.

Accomodation:Dream Guest House (or similar)

Optional Activities:Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Visit Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) the de facto border between North and South Korea, which cuts the peninsula in half. Created in 1953, it is the most heavily militarized border in the world., K-Pop Dance Class , Seoul City Tour Enjoy a bus tour of the bustling capital of South Korea. Visit different areas of the city including Gyengbokgung Palace, National Folklore Museum, Jogyesa Temple, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong alley.

day 4 - Seoul/Jeonju-si

In the morning, take the train to Jeonju, maybe the prettiest city in South Korea. After checking into your Hanok stay, take a CEO led tour of the town. Afterwards, take some time to explore the city on your own. Opt to wander through Jeonju Nambu Traditional Market, try your hand at Korean traditional handicraft at the Hanok Village Craft Museum or head to a local shop to try on a traditional Hanbok. This evening enjoy the comforts of traditional Korea and Korean culture at your hanok stay.

Accomodation:Jeonju Goeul Hanok Accommodation (or similar)

Included Activities:Jeonju Hanok Village Orientation Walk, Hanok Village Stay

Optional Activities:Hanbok Wearing , Jeonju Hanok Village Craft Museum

day 5 - Jeonju-si/Busan

Today, travel by bus to Nampodong, the centre of the coastal city of Busan. After dropping your luggage off at the hostel, we'll head to the colorful mountainside village of Gamcheon. This unique artistic village is full of colorful houses, murals and galleries. It's the perfect place for photos, art and culture lovers. Spend the evening exploring Busan as you'd like.

Accomodation:EZ Stay Guest House (or similar)

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 3.0 hr Distance : 260 km

Included Activity:Gamcheon Culture Village

Optional Activities:Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island (APEC House) Visit , Jjimjilbang

day 6 - Busan

Jump in a bus with your group for a Day trip to Tongyeong. In this beautiful seaside town, we'll ride the cable car for an incredible view and explore the seafood market for some tasty Korean snacks. Enjoy your Foodie Moment and try things like sea squirts and oysters, Tongyeong specialties. This evening, take some free time back in Busan before flying to the beach tomorrow.

Accomodation:EZ Stay Guest House (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.25 hr Distance : 90 km

Included Activities:Tongyeong Seafood Market, Hallyeosudo Cable Car

Optional Activities:Skyline Luge

day 7 - Busan/Jeju-si

After a free morning in Busan, fly to the subtropical island of Jeju. We'll spend the next three nights in downtown Jeju City. Settle in, then join your CEO at Dongmun Market, followed by a free night out on the town. You can opt to visit Dongmun Market at night, too, and witness the vibrant food stalls under the stars. Try some delicious black pork and wash it down with Jeju's famous orange juice. Five stars if you can find the dancing lobster stall!

Accomodation:Visitor Guest House Jeju (or similar)

Transport:Plane

Included Activity:Jeju Dongmun Market

day 8 - Jeju-si

Spend today getting a special inside look at the cultural side of Jeju. Start today with a tour of Seongeup Folk Village and learn about life of the people of old Jeju. Then we'll hike up the volcanic pathways to the top of Seongsan Sunrise Peak, an easy but rewarding hike. In the afternoon, we'll have the chance to witness the incredible haenyeo, women divers of Jeju. Watch these women, some even their 80's, dive to collect seafood and hold their breath for minutes at a time. Tonight, hit the town with your CEO and group for a Big Night Out! Enjoy a beer or your drink of choice! Karaoke, anyone?

Accomodation:Visitor Guest House Jeju (or similar)

Included Activities:Seongeup Folk Village, Seongsan Sunrise Peak Visit Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 1 km, Hamdeok Beach, Haenyeo Women Divers Performance, Big Night Out - Jeju

Optional Activities:Yongduam Rock , Yongyeon Cloud Bridge

day 9 - Jeju-si

On this last Day in paradise, explore the island how you wish. Opt to visit the galleries of Bunker de Lumieres, race carts at 9.81 Park or relax on one of the many beaches. Our favorites are Geumneung Beach and Hyeopjae Beach. You can also opt to hike a portion of the Olle trail. Ask your CEO about getting to and from some of the best sections of this amazing trek.

Accomodation:Visitor Guest House Jeju (or similar)

Included Activity:Free time in Jeju Island

Optional Activities:Bunker des Lumières , Oreum Hiking , Hike the Olle Trail

day 10 - Jeju-si

Depart at any time.

Included Activity:Departure Day

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What's Included

Accommodation

Multi-share hostel (8nts), Hanok Village Stay (1nt).

Meals

1 dinner
Note: Allow USD365-475 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, taxi, plane, walking.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Local Living Moment: Hanok Village Stay, JeonjuYour Foodie Moment: Tongyeong Seafood Market, Tongyeong-siYour Big Night Out Moment: - Jeju, Jeju-siYour Discover Moment: Free time in Jeju Island, Jeju-siDelicious Korean FoodVisit HiKR GroundWalk through Ikseon-Dong Alley and Gwangjang marketFree time in SeoulTraditional Hanok Village stayVisit to Gamcheon villageTongyeong Cable Car rideVisit to Tasting at Tongyeong Seafood marketEvening visit to Dongmun marketShort hike to Seongsan Sunrise PeakGuided tour of Seongeup Folk VillageWatch the Haenyeo Women DiversVisit to Hamdeok BeachFree time in JejuTransport to/from included activities

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