Essential South Korea for 18 to 35s
See South Korea on a nine-day small-group trip that links Seoul, Jeonju, Daegu and Busan. The route mixes major sights with time to explore on your own, so you can move at a pace that suits the group. In Seoul, visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwangjang Market, then follow an orientation walk into the evening. In Jeonju, stay in a hanok and spend time in the historic village and local markets. Daegu adds a look at traditional Korean medicine, while Busan brings the Gamcheon Culture Village and coastal walks. The trip also includes a few local experiences tied to the places you visit, from hanji paper making in Jeonju to a walk near Webongsansung and a visit to Ahwon Gotack on the way to Daegu. There is free time built in on several days for meals, optional activities and independent exploring. Accommodation is in multi-share dormitories, with two nights in a traditional floor-bedding hanok in Jeonju. A local leader travels with the group throughout the trip.
Key details
9 days
8 nights
Route
South Korea
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
9 days
Style
Small groups
Travel theme
City & Culture
Highlights
- Small-group trip with a local leader
- Seoul, Jeonju, Daegu and Busan in one route
- Stay in a traditional hanok in Jeonju
- Mix of included activities and free time
- Coastal time in Busan and culture in Seoul
Itinerary
- 1
Seoul
Arrival in Seoul
Meet the group in Seoul this evening for a welcome briefing and orientation walk. If you arrive earlier, you will have free time to explore the city before dinner with the group.Dinner - 2
Seoul
Seoul sightseeing
Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwangjang Market, then keep the afternoon open for your own plans. Evening suggestions are left to the leader and the group. - 3
Jeonju
Travel to Jeonju
Travel to Jeonju, then take an orientation walk through the town and visit Nambu Market and the hanok village. The day ends with a stay in a traditional hanok.
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation in multi-share dormitories
- Two nights in a traditional hanok in Jeonju
- Local leader throughout the trip
- 2 dinners
- Seoul - Orientation Walk
- Seoul - T-money Card
- Seoul - Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Seoul - Gwangjang market
- Jeonju - Orientation Walk
- Jeonju - Nambu Market Visit
- Jeonju - Hanok Village Tour
- Jeonju - Hanji Paper Making","Wanju - Ahwon Gotack","Wanju - Webongsansung Visit","Daegu - Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine","Busan - Gamcheon Culture Village","Busan - Igm
What's not included
- Flights before and after the tour
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Meals not listed in the inclusions
- Personal expenses
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
2 dates · 2 optionsImportant information
Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.