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Scenic South Korea
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: CSK - EXO_AU
Overview
Destination:
South Korea,
Duration:14 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
October 2026 - November 2028
With its complex history, soaring skyscrapers and centuries-old temples, this tour has something for everyone. From bustling cities to stunning countryside and UNESCO world heritage-listed national sites. It is a tour full of contrasts.
Tour highlights:
- Busan, Discover the picturesque port city Busan, which is full of character
- Seoul, Explore Seoul, a dynamic and modern city which still has plenty of culture and tradition
- Gyeongju, Spend time in Gyeongju, called 'the museum without walls'
- Mt Seorak National Park, Explore scenic Mount Seorak National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Tour experiences:
- Watch the Nanta Performance, First performed on the Edinburgh Fringe in 1997, the Nanta is a showcase of Korean culture and performance art, presented as a non-verbal show, instead using music and motion and integrating a traditional Korean Samulnori rhythm.
- Naganeupseong Fortress Village, Get a glimpse at a more traditional Korean lifestyle at Naganeupseong Fortress Village. Admire it's Hanok-style houses, with their thatched roofs
- Visit the DMZ, Embark on an informative and unusual adventure to the DMZ, the buffer zone between the Koreas. Your visit will include the Bridge of Freedom, DMZ Theatre & Exhibition Hall and the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel.
Places visited:
- Seoul (2N)
- Damyang
- Gwangju (1N)
- Boseong
- Suncheon
- Yeosu (1N)
- Busan (1N)
- Gyeongju (2N)
- Mt Seorak (2N)
- Gagneung
- Seoul (2N)
Price notes:
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$50 per person (AU$72) is paid locally in South Korea.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- All Meals (refer to itinerary)
- Domestic transportation
- 3 – 4 star accommodation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
Itinerary
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Collapse allDays 1-2: Fly Overnight To Seoul
Fly overnight to Seoul, the dazzling capital city of South Korea. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture. This evening meet your National Escort and fellow travellers to enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3: Explore Seoul
Amongst the skyscrapers, nightlife districts and colossal shopping malls of Seoul, there is an exceptional amount of culture and tradition, from busy teahouses to magnificent palaces. Begin your adventure with a cable car ride up Namsan Peak to enjoy panoramic city views from N Seoul Tower. Next, attend a hands-on cooking class and enjoy your freshly-made dish for lunch. This afternoon, head to Gyeongbok Palace to watch the ‘Changing of the Guards’ ceremony, and then visit the palace itself. Finally, visit the UNESCOlisted Jongmyo Shrine, housing the spirit tablets of the royal Joseon Dynasty.
Day 4: Forests & Gardens
Travel out of Seoul to the city and explore the
bamboo forest of Juknokwon. Next, head to
Damyang where you’ll discover the beauty of
Soswaewon. This private garden built in the 16th
century in the traditional style features essential
elements to bring harmony, such as flowing
water, trees and grasses. Continue to Gwangju,
where you’ll spend some time discovering this
artistic hub full of fascinating history.
Day 5: Boseong Tea Plantation - Seonamsa Temple - Naganeupseong Folk Village - Yeosu
Drive one hour to Boseong, renowned for its green tea plantations and beautiful landscapes. Visit a tea plantation and enjoy a tasting before lunch. Drive on to Naganeupseong Fortress Village, where you can admire the traditional hanok houses and learn how locals preserve their deep-rooted heritage. Continue to Jogyesan Mountain and explore the 6th-century Seonamsa Temple Complex. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is known for its tranquil atmosphere and many cultural treasures. Overnight in the seaside city of Yeosu.
Day 6: Travel To Busan
Explore Yeosu, a charming seaside city. Ride the Marine Cable Car over beautiful scenery before visiting Odongo Island to enjoy its array of wild flowers before lunch. This afternoon, take a panoramic drive to reach Busan, a dynamic coastal city in the southeast.
Day 7: Discover Busan
Laidback Busan is full of character; a bustling yet friendly city set between the hills and sea. Start the day at Busan’s Diamond Tower for wide views across the city, harbour and surrounding mountains. Continue to BIFF Street, a lively cultural district known for street food and film festival heritage. After lunch, head to the Oryukdo Skywalk, a glass walkway suspended above the sea. Visit Dongbaekseom Island at the edge of Haeundae Beach and follow the coastal boardwalk. Continue by road to Gyeongju.
Day 8: Explore Gyeongju
A city of cultural and historical relics, Gyeongju
is called ‘the museum without walls’. Capital
of the Silla Kingdom for over 1,000 years the
city is home to a staggering number of tombs,
temples, statues and ruins, some of which you’ll
explore today. Begin at the magnificent UNESCO
World Heritage Bulguksa Temple, considered the
pinnacle of Silla architecture, and Seokguram
Grotto. After lunch, visit Gyeongju National
Museum before visiting Tumuli Park, a collection
of royal tombs, and take a stroll at Anapji Pond.
Day 9: Visit Naksansa Temple
Travel to Sokcho stopping en route to explore the 1,300-year history of the Naksansa Temple, a seven-storey stone building overlooking the East Sea.
Day 10: Explore Mount Seorak
Mount Seorak National Park is a spectacularly
scenic area of high, cloudy peaks, craggy bluffs
and fragrant pine forest. Designated a UNESCO
Biosphere Reserve as a habitat for many rare
species of plants and animals, it is one of
South Korea’s most dramatic natural treasures.
Take the cable to the mountaintop and then
hike to Gwongeumseong Fortress. After lunch,
enjoy a two-hour round-trip hike through the valley to Biryong Falls, surrounded by lush forest. End your day with a visit to Sinheungsa Temple before returning to the hotel.
Day 11: Return To Seoul
Transfer to Gangneung and board the train
bound for Seoul. On arrival, after lunch, there
will be free time for those who wish to shop or
further explore Seoul on your own.
This evening, watch a non-verbal
performance of Nanta – an award-winning show.
Day 12: Visit The DMZ
Created as a buffer zone between North Korea
and South Korea at the end of the Korean War,
the DMZ is part of the most heavily militarised
border in the world. An early start is needed
today as tickets the DMZ are limited. See the
DMZ Theatre & Exhibition Hall and walk along
the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel. (Should tickets not be available, take a ride on the DMZ gondola and visit the Odusan Unification Observatory). Return to Seoul
explore the huge Gwangjang Market. A farewell
dinner tonight is the perfect time to reflect on
your adventures!
Special conditions apply to this day, please
refer to your tour dossier for more information.
Day 13-14 : Fly Seoul To Australia
This morning is free at leisure before you transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Day 13-14 : Fly Seoul To Australia
This morning is free at leisure before you transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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