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Essential South Korea and Jeju (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Take in the highlights of South Korea on this 12-day group tour which starts in Seoul and ends on Jeju island. Meet a North Korean defector at the Demilitarized Zone, see the Blue House and Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul and explore South Korea's second ci...

Duration
12 Days
Cities
3
Next Departure
04-May-2025
Starting at
USD 2,485.00
Price per day
USD 207.00
Tour Type
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Operator
On The Go Tours
Tour
Essential South Korea and Jeju
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1-20
Overall rating
Star Rating: 4.5 (4.70)
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Summary

Take in the highlights of South Korea on this 12-day group tour which starts in Seoul and ends on Jeju island. Meet a North Korean defector at the Demilitarized Zone, see the Blue House and Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul and explore South Korea's second city, Busan. Discover Seoraksan National Park, stay at a traditional Buddhist temple and end your trip with a hike to Sunrise Peak and a beach BBQ on Jeju island.

Map: Essential South Korea and Jeju (On The Go)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Seoul
Day 2
Seoul
Day 3
Exploring The Dmz
Day 4
Mount Seoraksan National Park
Day 5
Gyeongju
Day 6
Gyeongju
Day 7
Busan
Day 8
Busan Sightseeing
Day 9
Busan
Day 10
Jeju Island
Day 11
Jeju Island
Day 12
Jeju Island

Travel Cities (3): Jeju Island, Pusan, Seoul

Highlights

  • Seoul - Explore South Korea's enigmatic capital to see the changing of the guard at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the iconic Blue House
  • DMZ - Peek into the reclusive state of North Korea, explore the Third Tunnel of Aggression and meet a North Korean defector
  • Jjimjilbang - Opt to spend an afternoon at a traditional Korean bath house in Busan, where you can relax in the sauna or an onsen hot bath
  • Seoraksan National Park - Hike to Ulsanbawi Rock and visit the North Korean refugee village of Abai by cable pulley boat
  • Gyeongju - Take a bicycle tour to highlights of the city including the Cheonmachong Ancient Tombs and Gyerim Forest
  • Golgulsa Temple - Stay at a traditional Buddhist temple in Gyeongju where you can practice martial arts, meditate and enjoy tea with a Buddhist monk
  • Busan - Visit the 14th century Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and enjoy free time to hit the beach or indulge in the city's thriving nightlife
  • Jeju - Admire cascading Jeongbang Waterfall and hike to Sunrise Peak, plus a chance to watch Jeju’s famous Haenyeo (women divers)

Included in Price

  • 1 breakfast & 4 dinners including a farewell Jeju Black Pork BBQ dinner
  • 9 nights in hostels and dorm accommodation
  • 1 night at Golgulsa Temple in Gyeongju
  • One way domestic flight from Busan to Jeju (flight luggage allowance - 15kg checked-in and 10kg hand luggage)
  • Escorted by a bi-lingual adventure leader
  • DMZ excursion and meeting with a North Korean defector
  • Visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul
  • Cycling tour of Gyeongju
  • Visit to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
  • Hike to Sunrise Peak and yacht sailing tour on Jeju
  • Day trek along the Jeju Olle Trail

NOT included in price

  • International flights and visas
  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
  • Optional activities
  • Airport transfers

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Seoul

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