South Korea - May 2024
Discover the soul of South Korea with a few nights in Seoul and a week that takes you around the entire country. Explore the people, food, nature, treasures, history and culture in this fascinating tour of the Land of Morning Calm. May is one of the best months to experience this incredible country, and you're sure to fall in love with its delicious cuisine, breathtaking nature, and warm-hearted people.
Itinerary
Arrive on Tuesday 7th May
Wednesday 8th May
Explore Insadong, Gwanghwamun Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukcheon hanok village
Friday 10th May
(Optional Garden of Morning Calm and Nami Island tour or DMZ tour), or explore more of Seoul's architecture, culture and food
Monday 13th May
Gwangju – Boseong – Suncheon – Yeosu.
Visit a tea garden and Suncheonman Bay Garden Expo, the wetlands and the National Gardens. Ride the Yeosu Maritime Cable Car connecting to Dolsan Island
Thursday 16th May
Gyeongju – Andong – Pyeongchang
Andong Hanji, traditional handmade paper. Andong Hahoe Folk Village and the Mask Dance (Talchum), Pyeongchang home of the 2018 winter Olympics
Saturday 11th May
Begin our Around Korea Discovery Tour
Seoul - Gongju - Iksan
Depart Seoul for the tombs of King Muryeong, Gongsanseong Fortress: a world heritage site and The Iksan Prison Open Film Set. A day of contrast!
Tuesday 14th May
Yeosu – Busan
Gamcheon Culture Village, where houses cascade down the foothills of the coastal mountains, adorned by lively murals and sculptures. Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, also known as ‘Gukje Market.’ Unwind and relax in the luxurious SPA LAND Centum City, situated within the world’s largest department store, Shinsegae Centum City
Explore Busan by night
Friday 17th May
Pyeongchang – Yangyang Mt.Seorak – Seoul
Pyeongchang Ski Jump Tower Observatory via monorail. Yangyang and Jujeongol valley of Mt. Seorak for a short hike
Return to Seoul
Sunday 12th May
Iksan – Jeonju – Jangseong – Gwangju.
In the morning visit the Painted Village and hanoks of Jeonju, Jeonju is home to the famous dish Bibimbap and after lunch visit Baegyangsa Temple and converse over tea with a monk while enjoying the mountain and valley scenery of Naejangsan National Park
Wednesday 15th May
Busan – Gyeongju
Picturesque coastal drive to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Gyeongju 'the outdoor museum' Seokguram Grotto, Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Gyeongju National Museum, Woljeonggyo Bridge
Saturday 18th May
At leisure or join our local guide for a half day tour of the preserved neighbourhood of Seochon
-Depart South Korea later today
Included:
- 11 nights, 12 days (6 nights independent, 7 days on a guided tour)
- Includes accommodation, all breakfasts, specified dinners and lunches, DMZ or Nami Island Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
Pricing:
- NZ$ 7590 single
- NZ$ 5990pp share twin
Please note: Rates are subject to change.
Thursday 9th May
Choose either DMZ Tour or Garden of Morning Calm and Nami Island
