Escorted Tours
Today, our tour starts after breakfast were we will be picked up from the hotel at around 08:40am for a full day sightseeing tour of Seoul. Enjoy a visit to Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, (Changdeokgung Palace on Tuesdays), the largest and most iconic Royal Palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Walk through Bukchon Hanok Village, a historic residential area featuring hundreds of traditional Korean houses (Hanok). This area offers a glimpse into how Noble Families lived during the Joseon era and provides excellent photo opportunities. Explore Insadong, a cultural street famous for traditional tea houses, antique shops, art galleries and local handicrafts. It is an ideal place to experience Korea's traditional atmosphere and shop for souvenirs. Visit the National Museum of Korea, the country's largest museum, showcasing Korean history from prehistoric times to the modern era. Highlights include ancient artifacts, Buddhist art and national treasures. End the day in Myeongdong, one of Seoul's most vibrant shopping districts, well known for Korean cosmetics, fashion, street food and its lively atmosphere. PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended that you arrive a day early so you can check in to the hotel (not included in the tour).
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After breakfast, check out of the hotel and meet you guide in the hotel lobby at 08:40am for your transfer to Donghwa Duty Free Shop Building, Gwanghwamun Intersection Seoul, to join the group for your tour today. Upon arrival in the parking lot, we depart Seoul and travel to Gongju (1hr 30min). Here, experience the history of the Baekje Dynasty by visiting the Tomb of King Muryeong, which is recognised by UNESCO. We will also see Gongsanseong Fortress, recognised by UNESCO, which is a mountain Castle established during the Baekje Period (between 234 and 678). Afterwards, we continue our journey to Jeonju (1hr) to visit Jeonju Hanok Village and its 700 traditional Korean houses called Hanok. This afternoon, we check in to our hotel and enjoy some leisure time.
Today, our journey continues to Gwangju (1hr 30min), which is the leading city of the Honam Region and birthplace of the modern democratic movement in Korea. Here, we will visit the May 18th National Cemetery before continuing our drive to Suncheon (1hr), to see 'Suncheon Bay Garden'. Afterwards, we depart for the port city of Yeosu to look around the Historic Site of Admiral Yi Sun-sin's Path. This afternoon, check in to the hotel in Yeosu for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, we check out from the hotel and travel to to Busan (1hr 30mins). Arrive at Gimhae Domestic Airport, to board our flight to Jeju Island (under own arrangements). Jeju-do is a volcanic island and lava tubes are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jeju-do (island) is the premier tourist destination in Korea due to its stunning natural scenery and superior tourist amenities. Enjoy the scenic beaches, waterfalls, cliffs and caves that lie in harmony. The mild weather makes Jeju-do an even more ideal tourist site. Upon arrival in Jeju, we will meet our tour guide before being transferred to our hotel for check in. The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a full day of sightseeing tour. Visit Hyeopjae Beach. The view of the emerald colored sea and the distant Biyangdo Island offers magnificent scenery, with the sunsets being particularly breathtaking. Spirited Garden where you can enjoy artistic bonsai trees, stone sculptures, tranquil ponds and the harmony of nature and philosophy. See O'sulloc Tea Museum, which was opened by Amore Pacific in 2001 with the aim of introducing and spreading Korean teas and the traditional tea culture of Korea. Take Sanbang Mountain Cruise and Cheonjeyeon Falls, named 'The Pond of God', consists of three sections. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Jeju. Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then transfer to Jeolmul Natural Recreation Forest, known for its 300 hectare area of 30 to 45 year old cedar trees. Visit the Haenyeo Museum and a live Haenyeo (female diver) performance, recognised as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Next, explore Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (Sunrise Peak), a iconic volcanic crater rising 180 metres above sea level. Conclude your day at Jeju Stone Park, an ecological park dedicated to Jeju's iconic stone culture. Transfer to Jeju Airport for your domestic flight to Busan. Arrive at Busan Airport and transfer to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a guided full day sightseeing tour in Busan. On this tour we will visit Haeundae Beach, which is the most famous beach in Busan. The white sandy beach is roughly 1.5 kilometres long and over 30 to 50 metres wide, creating a beautiful coastline before a shallow bay. Afterwards, we travel to Yonggungsa Temple, which is famous for its views of the blue ocean, white sandy beach, Camellia forest and pine tree forest creating one of Busan's eight scenic sites. We will also visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, which is situated on the coast of the north-eastern portion of Busan. Afterwards, we travel to Gamcheon Culture Village, which is formed by houses built in astaircase fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, nicknamed the 'Machu Picchu' of Busan. We continue to visit Korea's largest seafood market, Jagalchi Fishery Market and BIFF Square before being transferred to Gyeongju (1hr 30mins by car) to visit Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, which is a secondary Palace used by the crown prince of the Silla Kingdom. Enjoy the reflection of Imhaejeon in Wolji during the night. Overnight stay in Gyeongju. Meals: Breakfast
Today, we will be met by our guide at 08:30am before travelling to Gyeongju, a Museum without walls. In 57 B.C., around when Julius Caesar was subduing Gaul, it became the Capital of the Shilla Dynasty and remained so for about 1,000 years. Gyeongju preserves a vast amount of significant and fascinating historical heritage. Along with the Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, with its historical district, have been recognised as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We visit Seokguram Grotto (UNESCO world Heritage), an artificial stone Temple made of granites and located on the eastern peak of Mt. Toham. Inside the round shaped main hall, there is a Bonjon Statue of Bodhisattva and his disciples. Seokguram Grotto was built to preserve these statues. The beauty of the Bulguksa Temple (UNESCO World Heritage) and artistic touch of the stone relics are fascinating and highly praised by visitors from all over the world. Also enjoy visits to Gyeongju National Museum and Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory. Afterwards, we continue our journey to Daegu City for our overnight stay in the largest and central city of this province. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out from the hotel before we transfer to Haeinsa Temple located in Gayasan National Park. Haeinsa Temple was founded by King Ae-Jang of Shilla Dynasty in 802 and is well known for its famous treasure 'Tripitaka Koreana' (UNESCO World Heritage), which is composed of 81,341 printing wood blocks made to repulse the Mongolian Army Invasion with support of Buddha. Afterwards, we travel to Andong Hahoe Village, which has preserved the housing architecture and village structure of the Joseon Dynasty. Moreover, the Village was not artificially created, there are people who actually live there. The Hahoe Village has become world famous due to Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain's visit several years ago. We continue to Pyeongchang, which was one of 2018 Pyeongchang Olympic Cities. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Woljeongsa. Learn Temple etiquette on a Temple tour with walking Meditation or a conversation with a Monk and monastic meal. (The Woljeongsa Temple stay experience is available for a minimum of 8 people. The experience is not available for groups of less than 8 people). Afterwards, transfer to Seoraksan National Park. Here, see the peaks break through the clouds while jade like water flows through the valleys, creating breathtaking views and making this Korea's most famous National Park. UNESCO designated this park a Biosphere Preservation District in 1982 due to so many rare species found here. Afterwards, we travel to Mt Seorak and visit the Sinheungsa Temple, which is an Ancient Temple with deep historical significance, built by the great Monk Jajangyulsa between 590-658. Here, you also have the option to join a Gwongeumseong Cable Car Tour (not included). Gwongeumseong is a site of Castle ruins located on the steep Dol Mountain of the Seoraksan National Park area. After sightseeing at Seoraksan National Park, we will be transferred to our hotel in Seoul for check in. The remainder of the evening is free at leisure. PLEASE NOTE: During October, the Seoraksan National Park will restrict regular and medium sized bus for entry. Therefore, the bus must park at C District Square and you must walk 3.6km to the entrance. Please be aware that we may not be able to visit Seoraksan National Park for this tour during this time. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy some free time on your own to explore exotic Seoul before your tour program ends. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (utk)
