Wendy Wu Scenic South Korea

Seoul
Explore this dynamic city’s culture and traditions

Busan
Discover this picturesque port city

Mt Seorak National Park
Visit the the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Mount Seorak.

Gyeongju
Spend some time in Gyeongju, sometimes referred to as ‘the museum without walls’

Day 1-2: Fly overnight to Seoul
Fly overnight to Seoul, the dazzling capital city of South Korea. On arrival, enjoy some time at leisure before meeting up for dinner at a local restuarant.
(Dinner)

Day 3: Explore Seoul
Begin your day by watching the Changing of the Guards ceremony, before exploring the Gyeongbok Palace. Next, take a cookery class to learn how to make bibimbap, which you’ll eat for lunch. Later in the day, visit the Jongmyo Royal Shrine and visit the N Seoul Tower for views of the city.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 4: Visit Soswaewon Garden
Head out of the city this morning, heading first to the bamboo forest of Juknokwon. Continue to Damyang, where you’ll visit the private garden of Soswaewon, built in the 16th Century. After some time admiring the gardens, continue to Gwangju.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5: Explore Seonamsa Temple
This morning, travel to Boseong, where you’ll visit a green tea plantation to learn about production and have a tasting. Continue to Suncheon for a stop at Seonamsa Temple. You’ll then visit Naganeupseong Fortress Village to catch a glimpse of traditional Korean life and get the chance to take part in a handkerchief dyeing experience.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Travel to Busan
Head to Yeosu and ride the cable car over beautiful scenery and open water to Dolsan Island. Continue to Odongdo Island for more spectacular landscapes and take some time to appreciate the array of wild flowers that flourish here before travelling to the port city of Busan.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Discover Busan
Start the day with a city overview from the top of Busan Tower, before browsing the wares at Gukje Market and Jagalchi Fish Market. Walk over the Oryukdo Skywalk, a glass bridge set on a seaside cliff, soak up the peaceful nature of Dongbaekseom Island, and feel the sand between your toes on Haeundae Beach. Later on, drive to Gyongju.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8: Explore Gyeongju
Capital of the Silla Kingdom for over 1,000 years, the city is home to a staggering number of tombs, temples, statues and ruins, some of which you’ll explore today. Begin at the Bulguksa Temple and the Seokguram Grotto. After lunch, visit Gyeongju National Museum and Tumuli Park, a collection of royal tombs. End the day with a stroll at Anapji Park.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Visit Naksansa Temple
Travel to Sokcho stopping en route to explore the 1,300-year history of the Naksansa Temple, a seven-storey stone building overlooking the East Sea.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Explore Mount Seorak
Mount Seorak National Park is a spectacularly scenic area of high, cloudy peaks, craggy bluffs and fragrant pine forest. Take a cable car to the top, then hike to Gwongeumseong Fortress. After lunch, hike along the valley, with an optional visit to the temple.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Return to Seoul
Transfer to Gangneung and board a highspeed train bound for Seoul. On arrival, after lunch, there will be free time for independent activities. After dinner as a group, watch a non-verbal performance of Nanta.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 12: Visit the DMZ
Created as a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea at the end of the Korean War, the DMZ is part of the most heavily militarised border in the world. Your visit will include the Bridge of Freedom, DMZ Theatre & Exhibition Hall and the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel. Return to Seoul to stroll through the huge Gwangjang Market. Enjoy a farewell dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 13: Fly Seoul from the UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
(Breakfast)

Watch the Nanta Performance
The Nanta is a showcase of Korean culture and performance art, presented as a non-verbal show, instead using music and motion and integrating a traditional Korean Samulnori rhythm.

Handkerchief dyeing at Naganeupseong Village
As part of discovering traditional Korean lifestyle at Naganeupseong Fortress Village, you can try your hand at one of Korea’s oldest cultural arts – handkerchief dyeing.

Visit the DMZ
Embark on an informative and unusual adventure to the DMZ, the buffer zone between the Koreas. Your visit will include the Bridge of Freedom, DMZ Theatre & Exhibition Hall and the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel.

• International flights and transfers
• 11nts in 3+/4* accommodation
• Selected meals: 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 11 dinners
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
• Domestic transportation

Classic

These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of South East Asia on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated and professional National Escorts and local guides, whose unparalleled knowledge will turn your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

The maximum number of people per group for this tour is 28

This tour has a physical rating of 2. A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you’ll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.

Important Information: Prices are available on request and will include all mandatory charges, taxes, and fees applicable to your booking. Some destinations may have local taxes or resort fees payable on arrival; these will be clearly confirmed in your personalised quote.