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South Korea Real Food Adventure
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Start
Seoul, South Korea
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Seoul, South Korea
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Trip Code
CJZK
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
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Transport
Private Vehicle, Train, Public Bus, Metro, Taxi
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Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Hanok (1 night)
From £2,286(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Learn how to make everybody’s favourite pickled dish – kimchi, of course – at a cooking demonstration in Jeonju, then try the city’s iconic bibimbap (declared an intangible cultural asset, it’s just that good).
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Meet the local stall holders in the Gwangang market of Netflix fame and try the best street food that Seoul has to offer. Then, wander the Jagalchi market – a huge seafood wonderland by the Busan port.
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Experience Busan’s vibrant food scene with a hands-on cooking class, where you'll prepare your own lunch. In the evening, indulge in a Korean-style lamb skewer dinner, featuring a self-rotating grill that ensures perfectly cooked meat.
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Rub shoulders with the locals in a hanok (traditional home) in Jeonju, then learn about the everyday life of monks during a unique temple experience in Gyeongju.
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Feast on all the iconic foods of South Korea, including Korean fried chicken, bibimbap, japchae, kimbap, a seafood barbeque and of course, Korean BBQ.
Is this trip right for you?
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The cuisine of South Korea includes a lot of meat and seafood. For vegetarians and vegans, we recommend reviewing the itinerary to ensure you can fully enjoy and participate in the trip.
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South Korea is best explored on foot, and many travelers are surprised by how much walking they do! Be sure your shoes are comfortable and you're ready to spend most of the day on your feet.
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Pack smart! You’ll need to carry your luggage between train stations and hotels, which can involve multiple flights of stairs. Elevators are available, but lighter luggage will make your journey easier.
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One night of this trip includes Korean-style floor bedding in a traditional hanok in Jeonju. The futon-like mattress may feel firm compared to Western beds, but heated floors ensure comfort. Extra mattresses are available upon request.
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During the monastery visit, you'll experience monastic cuisine and rituals. Respecting local culture is key, so you'll be provided with pants and a tunic to wear, and socks must be worn in the temple.
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The Jeonju Bibimbap Festival (third week of October) and the Seoul Kimchi Festival (first or second week of November) offer unique experiences. If you're interested in attending, please check our departure dates to align with your preferred festival.
Itinerary
Slurp, crunch and spoon your way into the belly of South Korea
Immerse yourself in the choose-your-own-adventure atmosphere of South Korean food on this eight-day adventure from bibimbap to bustling street markets, where your local leader will guide you to the best stalls. The food scene here is relaxed and welcoming, encouraging you to explore and discover your own favourite flavours. Enjoy dishes loaded with toppings, crispy Korean fried chicken paired with craft beer, silky glass noodles with fresh salads and some delicious variations of kimchi. As you move around the country, you'll also uncover the rich heritage that makes South Korea's culinary scene so special.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Seoul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Jeonju
- DAY 3Day 3 • Jeonju
- DAY 4Day 4 • Gyeongju to Busan
- DAY 5Day 5 • Busan
- DAY 6Day 6 • Busan
- DAY 7Day 7 • Seoul
- DAY 8Day 8 • Seoul
Inclusions
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5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
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Private Vehicle, Train, Public Bus, Metro, Taxi
bed Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Hanok (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleSeoul - Korean Fried Chicken & beer Welcome Dinner
circleSeoul - Supermarket stop
circleSeoul - Gwangjang market and Ikseongdong village visit
circleJeonju - Kimchi Cooking demonstration
circleJeonju - Hanok Village Visit
circleSunchang - Gochujang (traditional chilli paste) Cooking Demonstration
circleSunchang - Mount Gangcheon Hike
circleGyeongju - Temple Day Visit program including meditation / & tea or martial arts
circleBusan - Haeundae Beach
circleBusan - Haedong Temple
circleBusan - Lighthouse Visit
circleBusan - Jagalchi Seafood Market Tour
circleBusan - Seafood BBQ by the sea
circleBusan - Home-cooked meal with a local family
circleSeoul - Celebratory Korean BBQ Dinner
museum Optional activities
circleBusan - Jjimjilbang (traditional Korean sauna) in Spa land Centum City - from 20,000 to 25,000 KRW - KRW20000
circleBusan - Visit to Gamcheon Village - free ( bus to get there 1,300 to 1,500 KRW for a single trip) - KRW1300
circleSeoul - Nanta Live cooking show - KRW50000
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Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£2,712£2,440
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Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£2,690£2,286
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£2,992
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,926
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Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,926
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Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£2,794
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Thursday Sep 04, 2025
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£3,097
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Thursday Sep 18, 2025
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£3,097
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Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
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£2,904
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Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
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Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
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Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
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Monday Sep 29, 2025
Monday Oct 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£3,179
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. While we endeavour to cater for specific dietary requirements, some meals and food activities are set in advance and may be difficult to adjust. Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking so that we can ensure you’ll enjoy this trip.
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3. Please advise bedding configuration requests to your booking agent at time of booking.
Reviews (174)
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Jennifer
May 21, 2025
This is my first ever paid group tour, and first ever food tour. South Korea was an amazing place to take this tour and our your guide Michelle made the experience even better! I was grateful for such an authentic experience.
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Jazmin
May 14, 2025
This trip definitely delivered on giving us an in depth experience of all the different food South Korea had to offer. I tried foods I normally wouldn’t try in a million years but it made it such a special and unique time. Jade our trip leader was fun, patient and her bubbly nature made every day even better.
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Sonika
May 14, 2025
This is my third Intrepid tour and it has been the best one yet! Korea is a fantastic country and this food tour gave us a great insight to all things Korean cuisine. Our tour guide, Jade, did an amazing job and answered any questions I had ! It was great having someone so passionate about food and their country guiding us. I will definitely be recommending this particular tour to my friends and family.
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Abel
May 14, 2025
Our Intrepid South Korea trip was incredible! Jade, our tour guide, was phenomenal. Her knowledge, enthusiasm, and organization made the experience seamless and enriching. She truly brought South Korea to life! Highly recommend.
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David
May 09, 2025
A perfect way to done across Korea. With a guide who's love of Korean food will become so infectious you'll end up saying yes to everything on the menu.
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Alexandra
Apr 18, 2025
Highly recommend this food tour. As a tourist it is easy to visit somewhere and get pulled into tourist appealing food. This tour introduces one to the real Korean food in a safe and unpressured situation so that the really traditional food can be sampled in a sharing situation plus you get plenty of information about the country too. A delightful overview , all in one week!
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Ryan
Apr 16, 2025
Come for the outstanding food, stay for the cultural and historical connection to South Korea.
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Taryn
Apr 16, 2025
An incredible tour that combines exploration of South Korean food and famous South Korean attractions! Good accommodation, easy to navigate public transport and informative tour guide!
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Bridie
Apr 09, 2025
I can’t recommend this tour highly enough! Travelling through Korea with an emphasis on food gave us a very tangible way of appreciating the culture. We were introduced to the most diverse and delicious foods. Along the way we visited incredible natural and historic landmarks.
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Tim
Apr 09, 2025
Our Korean food tour was a marvellous introduction to one of the great cuisines of the world. In addition our guide introduced us to Korean culture and history so that we could understand some of what we could see and experience around us. I’d recommend this trip to my friends without doubt!