Essential Korea
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Essential Korea
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13 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
South Korea, here you come. Explore futuristic skyscrapers, historic markets, picturesque temples and oh-so scenic walking trails on this 13-day adventure.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Overnight Temple Stay, Gyeongju-si Your Local Living Moment: Hanok Village Tour, Jeonju-si Your Foodie Moment: Hanjeongsik Traditional Dinner, Jeonju
- City tour of Seoul
- DMZ visit
- City tour of Gyeongju
- Yangdong Folk Village visit
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Visit
- City tour of Busan
- Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island (APEC House) Visit
- N Seoul Tower Visit
- Namdaemun Market Visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Damyang Bamboo Forest
- Boseong Green tea field
- Yeosu Cable Car Ride
- Visit to Yeosu Art Land
- Explore Seongsan Sunrise Peak
- Visit Seongeup Folk Village
- Tour of Yongmeori Coast & Mt
- Sanbang
- Visit Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls
- Explore Shoesokkak Estuary
- Free time in Seoul
- Transport to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (10nts) traditional temple and village stay (2nts)
- 11 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, Plane, Taxi, Walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Highlights
- Visit the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea
- Sleep in a temple in Gyeongju-si
- Experience tranquility and tradition with an overnight stay at a historic hanok village
- Witness the remarkable women divers of Jeju Island
- Stroll through the serene and picturesque Damyang Bamboo Forest.
Trip Details
13 days
Private vehicle, Plane, Taxi, Walking.
English
Seoul, South Korea
Jeju-si, South Korea
Budget
Classic, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Seoul
After the welcome meeting, join your CEO for an orientation walk down Cheonggyecheon Stream to learn about Seoul while walking past small waterfalls and nearly two dozen overhead bridges. Then, enjoy the dense grid of streets found in the bustling neighbourhood of Myeongdong which is packed with people at all hours of the day looking to enjoy some of the best shopping, street food, and nightlife in all of Korea.
Opt for a group dinner to end your first night!
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO who will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. You'll be taken through Cheonggyecheon Stream which is an 8.4 kilometre (5.2 mile) waterway and public space that runs through the heart of downtown Seoul. Myeongdong is another popular spot you'll hit on your orientation walk. This exciting district features street food carts, major shopping malls, and entertainment.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Prince
Day 2: Seoul
After exploring the city, opt to see a show, explore a local museum, or hit the pavement and eat your way through street markets trying local fares such as bibimbap, soondae, and kimchi.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the main royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty built in 1395. The palace has been destroyed many times over, but more than 50 per cent of the buildings are still standing or are restored. The complex is also home to the National Palace Museum and the National Folk Museum.Activity - Explore the narrow and hidden alleys of one of the most memorable places in Seoul. Now filled with antique shops, galleries, tea houses and traditional restaurants, this area once housed the royal studio for painters during the Joseon Dynasty.Activity - Located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace, learn about the history and traditions of the Korean people during the Joseon era.Activity - Enjoy a bus tour of the bustling capital of South Korea. Visit different areas of the city including Gyengbokgung Palace, National Folklore Museum, Jogyesa Temple, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong alley.Free_time - Head out and explore.Activity - Be transported back 600 years into Seoul's past while walking through Bukchon Hanok Village, which boasts the largest cluster of privately owned traditional Korean wooden homes (hanok) in Seoul. Keep an eye out for the half-dozen or so alleys that have beautifully restored architectural features like small courtyards, decorative outer walls, and dark tiled roofs.Accommodation - Hotel Prince
Day 3: Seoul/Gyeongju-si
Stay in rooms called Ondol. These rooms are very traditional, heated to be cozy and comfortable, with beds made up directly on the floor. The rooms here are multi-share, divided up by male and female rooms. Enjoy a traditional dinner and breakfast during the stay.
Have the opportunity to learn about temple etiquette, experience the daily drum and bell ritual and take an easy hike up to the only stone cave temple in Korea for morning meditation.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Stay in rooms called Ondol, which are very traditional and heated to be cozy and comfortable with beds made up directly on the floor. The rooms here are multi-share, divided up by male and female rooms. Enjoy a traditional dinner and breakfast during the stay.Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Accommodation - Golgulsa Temple Stay
Day 4: Gyeongju-si/Busan
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit sights around Gyeongju on an included tour. See the UNESCO site Bulguksa Temple, a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and encompasses seven National treasures of South Korea.Activity - Get a fascinating look into life during the Joseon Dynasty on this visit to the Yangdong Folk Village. Founded in the early 1400s, the village boasts well-preserved buildings and has more than 160 homes displaying traditional Joseon architecture within a gorgeous natural setting.Activity - Nestled in the heart of Gyeongju, the capital of the former Silla Kingdom, Cheomseongdae may not appear to be a monumental landmark. But this observatory tower that dates back to the seventh century is actually the oldest existing astronomical observatory in all of East Asia. Cheomseongdae was used for observing the stars in order to forecast the weather in the ancient scientific hub of Gyeongju.Activity - The Daereungwon Tomb complex in Gyeongju holds 23 tombs that are found inside of large mounds. The complex is beautiful with its rolling mounds and gardens, but the real treat can be found inside the tombs, the most famous being Cheonmachong and Hwangnamdaechong. Each tomb holds thousands of relics that gives us a window into the Silla Dynasty and its royal family. The contents of these tombs are over 1,500 years old and a great treasure to anyone who enjoys Korean history and artistic beauty.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Swiss Rosen Hotel Gyeongju
Day 5: Busan
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get to know the city. Explore Busan, visiting the sights.Activity - Originally built in 1376, this picturesque, cliffside Buddhist temple overlooks the East China Sea. Opt to grab a bizarre local snack at the traditional market. Legend foretells that should you pray here, at least one of your wishes will come true.Activity - Explore the pastel-coloured village of Gamcheon, nestled in the side of a mountain, with uniquely painted houses, murals, cafes, and shops.Activity - Visit Yongdusan Park, home to more than 70 different types of trees, and see the 118m (387 ft) high Busan Tower. The park's unique shape is said to look like a dragon's head.Activity - Gukjesijang or Gukje Market is nestled near Biff Square, a well-known modern movie district in Busan. The market once was a place for refugees to earn a living over the period of the Korean War. Now, it's a bustling international market where loads of food, home goods, clothes, souvenirs and more can be found.Activity - Discover this market and major attraction at Nampo Port. Wander through the rows of stalls selling everything you can dream of from the sea. Watch as locals haggle for the best price and fishmongers hawk their wares.Accommodation - Felix Hotel by STX
Day 6: Busan/Seoul
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit Haeundae Beach, one of Korea's most beautiful beaches. Enjoy a walk along the shore, or take a swim (don't forget your suit!) And see the famed APEC House built to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Corporation (APEC) summit meeting in 2005 on Dongbaek Island.Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Activity - Dating back to 1414, this is Korea's oldest traditional market and it's largest, with over 10,000 vendors spanning several city blocks. Get ready to shop!Activity - Take the cable car to visit the most iconic landmark in Seoul! Located at the top of Mt Namsan, and standing at 480m above sea level, what used to be a broadcasting station before it was open to the public, is now a beautiful observatory. If you'd like to go up the tower to the observatory an additional fee is required.Accommodation - Hotel Prince
Day 7: Seoul
Opt to visit the Samsung Leeum Contemporary Gallery, explore the Itaewon neighbourhood, or prebook the Kimchi making and Hanbok experience.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - The biggest city in South Korea is yours today! Enjoy free time to rest or explore.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) the de facto border between North and South Korea, which cuts the peninsula in half. Created in 1953, it is the most heavily militarized border in the world.Activity - If you love history - dive right into The War Memorial of Korea. The memorial building serves to exhibit and memorialize the military history of Korea and preserve materials related to the Korean War. Divided into indoor and outdoor exhibits containing about 9,000 artifacts, there sure is a lot to see here!Accommodation - Hotel Prince
Day 8: Seoul/Jeonju-si
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free morning Seoul.Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Activity - Take a tour of this small but amazing village. Visit some of the iconic landmarks, like the Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeondong Catholic Church, Korean Liquor museum, Jeonju handicraft exhibition hall. Feel immersed in this historic town.Activity - After a day of exploring the historic town of Jeonju, enjoy a Hanjeongsik traditional dinner, a Korean full course meal. Through multiple small banchan plates, you'll taste many aspects of Korean cuisine. This is the prefect, and delicious, way to end the day.Accommodation - Jeonju Goeul Hanok Accommodation
Day 9: Jeonju-si/Yeosu
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Juknokwon is the most famous bamboo forest in South Korea, sprawling approximately 150,000 squared meters with a variety of walking trails. Join your CEO for a stroll along the healing walking paths or take some time for a rest in the fresh air underneath the towering bamboo.Activity - Deep green hills for as far as the eye can see make this beautiful tea field a year-round attraction. At Daehan Dawon, you can see the cultivation process, visit the tea museum and taste various green teas and even ice cream while walking along the field.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - The Hotel Soo
Day 10: Yeosu
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Catch a ride on the Yeosu cable car from South Korea mainland to Dolsan Island with a perfect view of the coast and sea. Make sure you do look down and take in the view from your glass bottom car.Activity - Walk through a garden of sculptures. Wander through the illusion of a 3D art museum. Stand in the giant palm of Midas' hand. You can also opt to catch an adrenaline rush on the Extreme Swing Swing and the Ocean Skywalk. A beautiful, artistic experience unlike anything else in South Korea.Free_time - Spend the afternoon enjoying Yeosu how you'd like.Accommodation - The Hotel Soo
Day 11: Yeosu/Jeju-si
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Activity - Take a short hike to see one of the most beautiful views in all of Jeju Island. A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Seongsan Ilchilbong was formed around 5000 years ago by an underwater volcanic eruption that created this unforgettable scenery. This beginner hike has a well maintained trail and is suitable for all fitness levels.Activity - Watch the amazing Haenyeo Performance and learn about the lives and traditions of Jeju's female divers. Watch as the haenyeo harvest seafood from the sea in live shows. Witness their incredible breath-holding techniques as they surface with abalone, conch, sea cucumbers and more. Afterwards, have a chance to interact with these amazing women, seeing their catch and maybe even purchasing their fresh seafood.Activity - Enjoy a guided tour of the traditional Jeju culture through this living museum. Here you can see traditional homes, harubang (stone statutes), lava walls and the way the people of Old Jeju lived.Accommodation - Hotel Skypark Jeju
Day 12: Jeju-si
After lunch, we'll take the scenic route to Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls, perfect for a photo op. Last stop of the day is to Soesokkak Estuary where you'll hop aboard a boat for a tour of the sea and the incredible coastline.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Walk along Yongmeori's rugged coastline known for its dramatic cliffs and unique rock formations. Then take a short hike up Mt. Sanbang to a temple situated on the mountain.Activity - Where pine forests meet volcanic rock and where fresh water meets the sea. Explore this beautiful place by boat on a short guided tour and enjoy an amazing view of the canyon.Activity - Wonder through the themed gardens of Hallim Park, under palm trees, through bonsai gardens, and a subtropical botanical garden. After a short tour within the park, opt to stroll through your favorite gardens or explore the caves, and visit a folk village.Activity - Take a short hike to reach Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls. On this scenic walk to the falls, enjoy the lush, subtropical forest along the way. While swimming is generally not permitted, the site is perfect for photography and relaxation in such a beautiful place.Accommodation - Hotel Skypark Jeju
Day 13: Jeju-si
Meals included: Breakfast
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $7599
Duration: 13 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
South Korea, here you come. Explore futuristic skyscrapers, historic markets, picturesque temples and oh-so scenic walking trails on this 13-day adventure.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 27 Nov 2026
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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