Classic Korea

Experience the culture!

Trip Type

4 Star, Circuits
Activities

No Activities
Group Size

No size limit
Locations

South Korea
Trip Duration

7 Day(s) 6 Night(s)

Trip code WT-CODE 206

Trip Outline
Trip Includes
Trip Excludes
Gallery
Booking

Ancient, scenic and modern Korea.

Number of nights: 3N Seoul/ 2N Gyeongju / lN Busan

Best Time to go: Spring and Autumn for optimal weather conditions and the beautiful blooming landscapes of spring or the vibrant colors of autumn.

Tour Available in:

- Private
Accommodations & Breakfast
Full coverage of transfer with driver English speaking guide service through KTX train ticket on first class
Entrance fees

- Driving (with a driver} Accommodations & Breakfast
Full coverage of transfer with driver KTX train ticket on first class

- Driving (self-driving) Accommodations & Breakfast
Rent-a-car (self-driving)
KTX train ticket on first class

- Self-guided Tour
Accommodations & Breakfast
KTX train ticket on first class

Itineraries

Day 1

Arrive Seoul

Touching down at lncheon International Airport places you in the heart of Korea.

Day 2

Seoul

Your exploration this morning begins with Cheonggye Square and pedestrianfriendly Gwanghwamun Plaza. Discover Gyeongbokgung Palace, a particularly charming spot that represents a colorful and turbulent side of the capital's 500- year history. Depending on timing, you may witness the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony featuring parade, password verification, duty shift and patrolling the gate. Visit National Folk Museum of Korea showcasing a traditional lifestyle of Korean people. Then, stroll down lnsadong, enjoying a cultural ambience of traditional Korean art and antiques. You will tour the centuries-old Namdaemun Market selling anything you can imagine.

Day 3

Seoul - Gyeongju

KTX train (high speed train, 2h l0min} to Gyeongju, an ancient capital of Silla (BC57-AD935}, often dubbed as Museum without Walls. Explore Yangdong village exuding ancient charm and culture.

Day 4

Gyeongju

Explore the delights of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Soekguram grotto & Bulguksa temple. Your tour also includes Gyeongju National Museum for a great insight into Silla culture and history. You can check out the world's oldest existing astronomical observatory, Cheomseongdae. Visit Tumuli Park. One of the tombs, Cheonmachong, is opened to the public and you can go inside and see how the tombs were made and replicas of the treasures excavated in 1973. Evening with a tour of illuminated Donggung palace and Wolji pond, a pleasure garden built to commemorate the victory of Silla.

Day 5

Gyeongju - Yangsan - Busan

En route stop at Tongdosa, the temple of the Buddha. Visit UN memorial cemetery where 2,300 deceased soldiers from sixteen Korean War allies rest in honored serenity. Next up is Gamcheon village, an amazing community built on the side of a hill. BIFF Square packed with trendy shops, movie theaters and food stalls is also included. You will tour the fascinating Jagalchi fish market, a great attraction located dockside. The market is really a visual and culinary treat.