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18 to 35s
Essential South Korea
9 Days | The world of K-pop culture, Buddhist temples, high-tech gadgetry and green mountains is calling
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Start
Seoul, South Korea
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Finish
Seoul, South Korea
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Trip Code
CJYK
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Physical Rating
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Meals
2 dinners
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Transport
Public Bus, Private Vehicle, Train, Metro
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Accommodation
Hostel (Multi-share) (7 nights), Hanok (1 night)
From £1,327(9 days)
Trip Informations
Experience all the essential sights of South Korea on this nine-day journey through Seoul, Jeonju, Yeosu, Busan and more. From the thriving pop culture to the natural oasis of gleaming gardens, this place really does have it all. You’ll feast on Korean BBQ, noodles and street food, follow in the footsteps of popular K-pop group BTS at some scenic filming locations, take a few easy hikes through coastal beaches and rolling green mountain landscapes and hit the nightlife in your spare time (coin karaoke anyone?). Stay in a hanok (traditional Korean house), rub shoulders with the locals and enjoy loads of free time to choose your own adventure, whether that’s learning taekwondo or visiting the DMZ along the border of North Korea.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Stay in a hanok (a traditional Korean house) and experience what it’s like to live day to day in Jeonju. Then, rub shoulders with the locals at Nambu Market, which recently provided free rent to young entrepreneurs to keep the market alive.
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Feast on delicious local cuisine, with two included dinners where you might be able to try some traditional Korean noodles, Korean BBQ or fried chicken, and plenty of time to wander around street food markets and restaurants.
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Discover popular hubs Seoul and Busan and all they have to offer, with free time to hit karaoke (or; noraebang, in Korean), go bar hopping with your local leader or visit the DMZ after your tour (the demilitarised zone along the border of North Korea).
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Take a couple of short hikes at Oryukdo Beach and Webonsansung and experience the natural beauty of South Korea from the coast to the hills. Then, continue to get your blood pumping at an optional taekwondo class.
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Immerse yourself in pop culture with visits to the WithMuu store, HiKR Ground and various popular filming, music and tv locations.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries. Tuuur will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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This tour includes accommodation in multi-share dormitories. This means travellers on the same booking may be split between rooms due to single-gender dormitories used.
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A traditional Korean bed is a futon-like mattress placed on the floor, which may be folded and placed in the cupboard in the morning. This trip includes one night with Korean-style floor bedding in a hanok (traditional house) in Jeonju. Floor bedding can be firm compared to standard western mattresses.
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South Korea is best explored on foot. In fact, most travellers are surprised at how much distance they end up covering! Make sure your shoes are comfy and you are fit enough to spend most of each day on your feet.
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Although this trip starts and finishes in Seoul, we highly recommend you spend some extra time exploring this fascinating city and its neighbouring regions. Please consult your booking agent if you would like to book additional nights. If you are interested in visiting the DMZ following the tour, we recommend speaking to your leader in advance to ensure there is availability.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Seoul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Seoul
- DAY 3Day 3 • Jeonju
- DAY 4Day 4 • Jeonju
- DAY 5Day 5 • Wanju / Yeosu
- DAY 6Day 6 • Busan
- DAY 7Day 7 • Busan
- DAY 8Day 8 • Seoul
- DAY 9Day 9 • Seoul
Inclusions
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2 dinners
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Public Bus, Private Vehicle, Train, Metro
bed Accommodation
Hostel (Multi-share) (7 nights), Hanok (1 night)
festival Activities
circleSeoul - Hongdae Yeonam Orientation Walk
circleSeoul - HiKR Ground
circleJeonju - Orientation Walk
circleJeonju - Hanok Village Tour
circleJeonju - Palbok Art Factory
circleWanju - Ahwon Gotack
circleWanju - Webongsansung Hike
circleYeosu - Hyangilam Temple
circleBusan - Gamcheon Art Village
circleBusan - Oryukdo Coastal Walk
circleBusan - Urban Smart Farm Visit
museum Optional activities
circleSeoul - Painting Class - USD50
circleSeoul - Korean Class - USD30
circleSeoul - Gyungbokgung Palace - USD4
circleSeoul - Hanbok Hire - USD25
circleJeonju - K-Pop Dance Class - USD50
circleYeosu - Cable Car (Return) - USD18
circleBusan - Calligraphy Class - USD30
circleBusan - Baseball Game (Apr-Sep - prices from) - USD20
circleBusan - Spaland - USD20
circleBusan - Taekwondo Class (minimum 8 pax required) - USD50
circleBusan - Night cruise - USD40
circleSeoul - DMZ Tour - USD80
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Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025
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£2,002
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Sunday Jun 15, 2025
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£1,535£1,381
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£1,925
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£2,079
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£1,810
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
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Sunday Oct 26, 2025
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is possible if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. This tour includes accommodation in multi-share dormitories. This means travellers on the same booking may be split between rooms due to single-gender dormitories used.
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