South Korea Golden Route 8 Days
This 8-day route links Seoul with Korea’s key historic and coastal regions, from royal palaces and temple sites to gardens, fortresses and national parks. It also includes time in cities such as Jeonju, Gwangju, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong and Pyeongchang, giving a broad view of the country’s cultural and natural highlights. The trip follows a small-group format and includes guided sightseeing on the main route. Places featured in the itinerary include Seokguram and Bulguksa, Suncheon Bay National Garden, Jagalchi Market, BIFF Square, Hahoe Village and Seoraksan National Park, along with stops linked to the Baekje period and the Pyeongchang Winter Olympic venues.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
South Korea
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Travel style
Small groups
Market
Global
Operation
Group departures
Highlights
- Small-group travel
- Seoul, historic cities and coastal stops
- Key UNESCO and heritage sites on the route
- Covers a wide cross-section of Korean culture
Itinerary
- 1
Seoul
Arrival in Seoul
Arrive at Incheon International Airport and transfer to Seoul. The rest of the day is free. - 2
Seoul
Seoul sightseeing
Spend the day on a guided visit in Seoul, with time for the city’s main cultural and historic sights. - 3
Jeonju
Seoul to Jeonju via Gongju
Travel from Seoul to Jeonju, stopping in Gongju to visit Baekje heritage sites along the way.
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- 7 nights in mid-range accommodations
- English-speaking guide throughout the trip
- Seoul sightseeing
- Visit to Suncheon Bay National Garden
- Jagalchi Market and BIFF Square
- Seokguram Grotto
- Bulguksa Buddhist Temple
- Andong Hahoe Village
- Venues of the 2018 Winter Olympic Games
- Seoraksan National Park
- Baekje Dynasty heritage sites
- Services as per itinerary
What's not included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Other activities and services
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Other meals and drinks
- Travel insurance
Dates & availability
Updating availabilitySelect departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
3 dates · 3 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.