14 days/13 nights
Private Tour
Guide Price €7,175 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Combining the serene and picturesque with vibrant and modern; South Korea is a destination which enchants all who visit. This two week private tour perfectly showcases the country’s highlights.
- Vibrant Seoul
- Intriguing DMZ
- Historic Gyeongju
- Bustling Busan
- Incredible volcanic scenery of Jeju Island
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Itinerary
Day 1 Seoul
Arrive into Seoul, South Korea’s exciting capital city.
Days 2-3 Seoul
A private guide will introduce you to this vibrant metropolis. Travel by public transport to see the highlights including grand palaces and the Seoul City Wall. The following day visit the Korean Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), the border between North and South Korea which is steeped in history and intrigue.
Days 4-5 Seoul to Gwangju
Travel by high speed train to Gwangju, a city known for art, democracy and culture. See the highlights with a full day private tour which includes panoramic views from the top of the iconic Sajik Park Tour and the city’s storied past with a walk through Yangnim-dong village.
Day 6 Gwangju to Jeju Island
Fly to Jeju Island, a volcanic island with spectacular natural landscapes. Read about the local women divers who fish using traditional techniques at the Haenyeo Museum and witness these legendary divers in action before hiking to Sunrise Peak for awe-inspiring views.
Days 7-8 Jeju Island
Explore this fascinating island and its incredible natural formations. Enjoy a hike through to get closer to the island’s lava tubes and volcanic cones, discover caves, see the stone pillars of Jusangjeollidae Seaside Cliff and the beautiful Jeongbang Falls which flows directly into the ocean.
Day 9 Jeju Island to Busan
Fly to the seaside city of Busan, South Korea’s second largest. Take a stroll along the sandy beach of Haeundae and watch the sunset from the top of Dalmaji Hill.
Day 10 Busan
Join a cooking class to learn how to prepare some local specialities, see the colourful houses and street art of Gamcheon Village, visit the bustling Jagalchi Fish Market and take a cable car across the sea.
Day 11 Busan to Gyeongju
Journey by road to Gyeongju, often referred to as the ‘museum without walls’, a treasure trove of palaces, temples and tombs. Visit an ancient tomb complex and learn about the history of this picturesque destination. Stay in a hanok, a traditional Korean house.
Day 12 Gyeongju
Head out into the countryside and hike to the top of Namsan Mountain. The trail will take you to temples, pagodas and Buddha statues where you can admire the cultural relics and enjoy the scenic views.
Day 13 Gyeongju to Seoul
Travel back to Seoul by high speed train. Explore the city further at your leisure.
Day 14 Seoul
Transfer to the airport.
Additional Options: Please ask your Trailfinders travel consultant for details of upgraded accommodation options.
Departs: Frequent departures Jan - Dec
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Price & Inclusions
- Private vehicle & driver/guide except shared sightseeing excursions on days 3 & 10
- Trains as detailed
- 11 nights 3 to 4 hotel accommodation & 2 nights in a 3 hanok
- 13 breakfasts & 4 lunches
- International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 03/09/2024 to 31/12/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
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As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour. Contact us for our latest flight offers or take a look at our flights pages for a general idea of prices.
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