Collective tour guaranteed departures with a minimum of 2 participants for 45 days from the departure until all seats are filled.. Small groups, max 30 participants. Include meals (v. the fee includes),
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Seoul
After immigration formalities, passport control, baggage retrieval, and customs, you will be greeted by a local guide and transferred to the hotel., The room is available starting from 15.00., lunch and dinner free,
Giorno 2 — Seoul
Breakfast, Meet your guide at the hotel to begin the sightseeing tour. The first stop will be Changdeok Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its harmonious architecture and secret gardens. Next, you will head to Gwangjang Market, one of Korea’s largest traditional markets, where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and aromas of local cuisine. Afterwards, visit the National Museum of Korea, the sixth-largest museum in the world, home to historic treasures that narrate Korea’s history from ancient times to the present day. The tour continues with a visit to COEX Mall, famous for its Byeolmadang Library, an iconic library featuring 13-meter-high bookshelves holding over 70,000 volumes across two floors—perfect for memorable photos. The day concludes at N Seoul Tower on Mount Namsan, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city, I will return to the hotel in the late afternoon., lunch and dinner free,
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Giorno 3 — Seoul → Daegu
Breakfast, After check-out, you will depart for the Korean Folk Village, where you can experience life as it was in the 18th–19th centuries and observe villagers practicing ancient customs while living in traditional homes. Next, continue to Mt. Songnisan National Park to visit Beopjusa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the tallest Buddha statue in Korea. Finally, transfer to Daegu via expressway for an overnight stay, lunch and dinner free,
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Giorno 4 — Daegu → Busan
Breakfast, You will begin the day with a visit to the Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine, located in the famous Yangnyeongsi herbal market, which has been in operation since the 17th century. Next, you will explore Seomun Market, one of Daegu’s most iconic markets. The journey continues to Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, renowned for its temples, royal tombs, pagodas, and palaces. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional tea at a local café, visit the Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, and explore the Royal Tumuli Park, with the chance to enter one of the excavated royal tombs to uncover the secrets of royal burials. Overnight stay in Gyeongju, lunch and dinner free,
Giorno 5 — Busan
Breakfast, You will begin the Gyeongju tour with a visit to Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The grotto, built in the 8th century, houses a majestic seated Buddha statue, considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art in the Far East. Next, continue to Busan, Korea’s second-largest city. Here, the tour begins with a visit to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, a unique seaside temple offering spectacular ocean views, followed by Haeundae Beach for some relaxing time. Enjoy a stroll on Dongbaekseom Island, a scenic coastal park, and visit the Nurimaru APEC House, venue of the 2005 APEC Summit, from where you can admire breathtaking views of Haeundae Bay, lunch and dinner free,
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Giorno 6 — Busan → Seoul
Breakfast, You will begin the day at Gamcheon Culture Village, known as the “Machu Picchu of Busan,” wandering through colorful alleys, murals, and charming cafés with views of the city and coastline. Next, continue to Songdo Beach for an exciting ride on the Songdo Marine Cable Car, gliding over the water and offering panoramic views of the cliffs and coastline. Visit the Jagalchi Fish Market, where you can experience the daily life of local fishermen, followed by BIFF Square, a lively cultural and commercial district, and enjoy some shopping in Nampodong. The day concludes with a visit to Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park, where you can take in panoramic views of the city. Overnight stay in Busan. Note: In case of bad weather, the cable car ride may be replaced with alternative destinations, lunch and dinner free,
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Giorno 7 — Seoul → Chungju
Breakfast, After breakfast, depart by highway to Mt. Gayasan National Park. Within the park, visit Haeinsa Temple, home to the Tripitaka Koreana – a priceless collection of Buddhist scriptures carved onto over 80,000 wooden printing blocks. Created during the Goryeo Dynasty to invoke spiritual protection against Mongol invasions, the Tripitaka Koreana is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting the temple, continue to Andong (approximately two hours away), a city famous for its well-preserved traditional culture and noble residences. Visit the Hahoe Folk Village, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its traditional mask dance performances. After exploring Andong, transfer to Chungju for overnight stay,
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Giorno 8 — Chungju → Seoraksan
Breakfast, After breakfast, check out and board a sightseeing boat to enjoy the scenic lake views. (Note: This activity is subject to local weather and water conditions and may be replaced by an alternative attraction if necessary.) Next, proceed to one of the following temples — Samhwasa, Woljeongsa, or Shinheungsa (depending on availability at the time of booking) — for a unique Temple Stay Experience. Upon arrival, participants will change into the provided temple uniform and receive a short orientation about the temple rules and schedule. A simple vegetarian temple dinner will be served, followed by a guided temple tour and participation in the evening Buddhist ceremony. Accommodation for the night will be in a traditional Korean-style room, without a bed; a mattress and blanket will be provided for sleeping on the floor. Rooms are shared and separated by gender, with a maximum of six guests per room Optional Accommodation: Guests who prefer not to stay at the temple may request hotel accommodation at the time of booking. In this case, breakfast will be served at the hotel the following morning, instead of participating in the early Buddhist ceremony,
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Giorno 9 — Seoraksan → Sokcho
Wake up at 3:00 a.m. for Morning Buddhist Service (optional participation). After breakfast, depart from the temple and travel to Goseong to visit the DMZ Unification Observatory, the closest point from which to view Mt. Geumgangsan (Kumgang) in North Korea.
The DMZ Museum, located within the observatory complex, provides valuable insights into the historical and ecological significance of the Demilitarized Zone. Continue to Daepo Harbor and Fish Market in Sokcho, a lively coastal area famous for its fresh seafood, bustling market stalls, and local delicacies. Overnight stay in the Mt. Seorak (Sokcho) area. Note: The visit to the DMZ Unification Observatory may be canceled due to local conditions and replaced with an alternative attraction if necessary,
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Giorno 10 — Sokcho → Seoul
Breakfast, Visit Mt. Seorak National Park, including Shinheungsa Temple and a cable car ride to Gwongeumseong Fortress. Mt. Seorak is renowned for its breathtaking natural scenery, with rugged peaks, dense forests, and crystal-clear streams that change color with the seasons. The park is also designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, preserving its rich biodiversity and unique landscapes. Then, drive to Gapyeong to visit the Garden of Morning Calm, a serene botanical garden featuring Korean wildflowers and native trees nestled in a peaceful mountain valley. Afterward, transfer back to Seoul,
Giorno 11 — Seoul
Breakfast, free transfer to the airport, end of the tour,
Notes
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents
HOTEL, CHECK-IN: as a rule, rooms are assigned starting from 2-3 pm; any early check-in is at the hotel's discretion. The request for a guaranteed early assignment requires booking an extra night prior to arrival.
HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: The room must be vacated in the morning, by the time indicated by the hotel; the surcharge for late check-out is equal to 50% of the extra night for check-out by 6 pm; for check-out after that time, an additional night will be charged.
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
TIMETABLES: departure times are indicative and depend on the number of hotels from which pick-ups are scheduled for each day; the pick-up start time indicates when customers should be ready in the lobby for departure; in hotels reached last, a wait of at least fifteen minutes or more compared to the indicated time is likely. The return times to the hotel are purely indicative and variable depending on a considerable number of factors including the time dedicated to visits and the intensity of traffic.
PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays.
TIPS: not included, at the discretion of the tourist
MEALS: not included unless specified.
REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.
TRANSFERS: not included unless specified; if included, they are exclusively for/from the hotels scheduled for the tour on the days of the tour's start/end; in case of extending the stay, for transfers to/from other hotels, or for arrivals/departures from other airports, a supplement applies. The supplement always applies if the passenger is traveling alone. Requests for booking transfers not included or for different hotels must be received at least 3 weeks before departure, or an additional urgency supplement will be applied.,
Starts from
11 days / 16 nights - from Seoul to Seoul,
Meals
Legend: B breakfast, D dinner,
Price includes
Local guides speaking English, German, or French, depending on request/confirmation, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: breakfasts, dinners, transfers and tours by bus or minivan with assistance and local guides, entrances, visits and excursions as per the itinerary,
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage, medical-luggage-cancellation insurance, unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general, K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization). Citizens of Italy, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland are temporarily exempt from the requirement to apply for a K-ETA until December 31, 2026, tip, janitorial work, flights and airport taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Important notes
Planned hotels (or similar):
Standard category:
Seoul: Ibis Ambassador Insadong
Daegu: Grand Hotel
Gyeongju: Commodore
Busan: Avani Central
Chungju: Cheongpung Resort
Seoraksan: Samhwasa Temple
Sokcho: Sea Cruise Hotel
Seoul: Ibis Ambassador Insadong
Superior category:
Seoul: Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun
Daegu: Grand Hotel
Gyeongju: Lahan Select
Busan: Avani Central
Chungju: Cheongpung Resort
Seoraksan: Samhwasa Temple
Sokcho: Sea Cruise Hotel
Seoul: Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun Flight to Seoul (not included): it is possible to arrive at any time., flight from Seoul (not included): it is possible to depart at any time, The scheduled times are indicative; the exact times will be confirmed locally by the guides., Sightseeing and intercity transfers will be conducted using shared vehicles, accommodation multi-national guests and guides of different languages, At each tourist destination, guests will be escorted by a guide speaking their corresponding language, who will provide on-the-spot commentary, No tour commentary will be provided inside the vehicle during transit, German or French speaking guides may not be available on certain dates due to a limited availability. Please confirm the availability of your preferred language guide before proceeding with your booking, Triple rooms not available, Italy, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany, and Switzerland are among the countries eligible for the temporary K-ETA exemption (until December 31, 2026). For updated information on countries eligible for the K-ETA exemption, please refer to www.k-eta.go.kr,
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