Premium South Korea
Seoul, Jeonju-si, Damyang-gun, Hapcheon-gun, Mokpo-si, Jeju-si, Seogwipo
OUR PRICES STARTING FROM
9 Days, Guided, 15 Meals
Prices reflect land-only rates.
Overview
On this nine-day Premium adventure, you’ll explore the culture and cuisine of South Korea from unique perspectives with a local leader who has all the insights. Start in Seoul with a bowl of steaming hot pot and meet with a North Korean defector to learn their fascinating story. Wander through Gyeongbukgung Palace before heading to a local home for a private food lecture. Enjoy a bibimbap in Jeonju and learn about the town’s rich art culture. Walk through bamboo forests before heading for Mt Gaya’s Hainesa Temple, where you’ll stay overnight, meditate like the monks, and chat with a local monk over tea. Visit iconic sites in Mokpo and then explore Purple Island at your own pace – before ending it all on Jeju Island – where you’ll chat with a local Haenyno woman and visit UNESCO’s Seongsan Ilchulbong for the most scenic views in Korea!
- DAYS 9 Days, Guided, 15 Meals
- MEALS 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
- 8 nights accommodation
Notes: based on September 4, 2024 travel date
Itinerary
Day 1 - Seoul
Day Stop
- Seoul, South Korea
Meal(s)
Dinner
Eoseo oseyo! Welcome to Korea. When you arrive at the airport, you’ll be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins in Seoul, where you’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm. After meeting your fellow travellers and trip leader, you’ll head out on a short walking tour of modern Seoul and the Gongdeok entertainment district. Then, sit down to a group welcome dinner of Korean hotpot – a delicious favourite full of mixed vegetables, meat and noodles. Learn more about Korean local food over dinner and drinks and then, maybe walk along the tranquil Cheonyecheon stream or visit the Gwangjang or Dongdaemun night market.
Day 2 - Seoul
Day 3 - Jeonju
Day 4 - Jeonju
Day 5 - Hapcheon
Day 6 - Mokpo
Day 7 - Jeju Island
Day 8 - Jeju Island
Day 9 - Jeju Island
Departure Dates & Pricing
September 2024
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 29, 2024 - Tue, Oct 8, 2024 | 9 Days | $6,180 p/p |
October 2024
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 6, 2024 - Tue, Oct 15, 2024 | 9 Days | $6,920 p/p |
| Wed, Oct 9, 2024 - Fri, Oct 18, 2024 | 9 Days | $6,240 p/p |
| Sun, Oct 27, 2024 - Tue, Nov 5, 2024 | 9 Days | $5,215 p/p |
March 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Mar 2, 2025 - Tue, Mar 11, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
| Sun, Mar 9, 2025 - Tue, Mar 18, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,630 p/p |
| Sun, Mar 23, 2025 - Tue, Apr 1, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
April 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Apr 6, 2025 - Tue, Apr 15, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
| Sun, Apr 20, 2025 - Tue, Apr 29, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
May 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, May 7, 2025 - Fri, May 16, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
| Sun, May 11, 2025 - Tue, May 20, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
| Sun, May 25, 2025 - Tue, Jun 3, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
June 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jun 8, 2025 - Tue, Jun 17, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
| Sun, Jun 22, 2025 - Tue, Jul 1, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
July 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jul 6, 2025 - Tue, Jul 15, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
August 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 24, 2025 - Tue, Sep 2, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,025 p/p |
September 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 7, 2025 - Tue, Sep 16, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
| Wed, Sep 10, 2025 - Fri, Sep 19, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
| Sun, Sep 14, 2025 - Tue, Sep 23, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,155 p/p |
| Sun, Sep 21, 2025 - Tue, Sep 30, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
| Sun, Sep 28, 2025 - Tue, Oct 7, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
October 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 12, 2025 - Tue, Oct 21, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
| Wed, Oct 15, 2025 - Fri, Oct 24, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
| Sun, Oct 19, 2025 - Tue, Oct 28, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
| Wed, Oct 22, 2025 - Fri, Oct 31, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
| Sun, Oct 26, 2025 - Tue, Nov 4, 2025 | 9 Days | $6,505 p/p |
November 2025
| Trip Dates | Duration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 2, 2025 - Tue, Nov 11, 2025 | 9 Days | $5,360 p/p |
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