Cultural Korea
7 Days
ITINERARY
7 Days : Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan
Tour Overview:
The old and new Korea are juxtaposed in an itinerary that combines the sophisticated excitement of Seoul with the fascinating remains of Korea’s ancient past in Gyeongju. Between the two, you’ll visit the DMZ, the demarcation between North and South Korea and the most heavily armed border in the world.
Day 1 – Arrive in Korea
Arrive in Seoul. Upon arrival, you are met by an English speaking assistant and transferred to the hotel. Founded as the capital of the Chosun Dynasty, Seoul is Korea’s commercial, financial, and political hub.
Day 2 -Seoul Sightseeing- Seat in Coach
Enjoy a morning city tour of Gyeongbok Palace (built in 1394), National Folk Museum with its insights into traditional Korean life, the Blue House and the massive Jogyesa Temple. The afternoon is free at leisure. (B)
*On Tuesdays, Gyeongbok Palace→Deoksu Palace, National Folk Museum→History Museum
Day 3 – DMZ Tour- Seat in Coach
Enjoy your morning join-in DMZ TOUR (Demilitarized zone) with drive by Unification Village. Your tour will also include the 3rd Tunnel (DMZ Theater, Exhibition Hall) Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, Dora Observatory and Dorasan Station. (B)
*DMZ Tour is not available on Mondays and holidays. Passport is required for this excursion.
Day 4 – World Heritage Tour- Seat in Coach
Enjoy the World Heritage tour. Your tour includes visits of Changdeokgung Palace, Jongmyo Royal Shrine, Insadong antique street. Following lunch, visit Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. (B, L)
*On Mondays, Changdeok Palace→Gyeongbok palace, Jongmyo Shrine→National Palace Museum
Day 5 – Seoul / Gyeongju- Private tour
Early morning transfer to the train station- Car and driver only (No guide).
Board your express train to Gyeongju, the spiritual and cultural capital of Korea. Gyeongju served as the capital of the Shilla Kingdom, which united the peninsula in 676 AD. Designated by UNESCO as one of the world’s ten most historic sites, it is known as the “Museum Without Walls.”
You are met by a private guide and a car. Your afternoon tour of Gyeongju includes the Bulgulska Temple with its lovely pagodas and bridges, Seogguram Grotto (one of Asia’s most magnificent Buddhist shrines) and the National Museum. (B)
Day 6 – Gyeongju / Busan- Private tour
In the morning, travel to Busan (1h 30m), Korea’s main port and second largest city. Your afternoon tour includes Taejongdae Park with its vast rock outcrops and sweeping sea vistas and the UN cemetery, Jagalchi fish market,
the International market and Yongdusan Park. (B)
Day 7 – Busan / Seoul
After breakfast, transfer to Busan Airport for a flight to Seoul- Car and driver only (No guide).
Upon arrival, you will be met by a driver and transferred to Incheon International airport for your flight back home- Car and driver only (No guide). (B)
DATES/PRICING/ACCOMMODATIONS
2024 | ||
First Class | Join-in Tour | |
Dates | Dbl Occ | Sgl Occ |
Jan 07 - Jan 13 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jan 14 - Jan 20 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jan 21 - Jan 27 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jan 28 - Feb 03 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Feb 04 - Feb 10 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Feb 11 - Feb 17 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Feb 18 - Feb 24 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Feb 25 - Mar 02 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Mar 03 - Mar 09 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Mar 10 - Mar 16 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Mar 17 - Mar 23 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Mar 24 - Mar 30 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Mar 31 - Apr 06 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Apr 07 - Apr 13 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Apr 14 - Apr 20 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Apr 21 - Apr 27 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Apr 28 - May 04 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
May 05 - May 11 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
May 12 - May 18 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
May 19 - May 25 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
May 26 - Jun 01 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jun 02 - Jun 08 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jun 09 - Jun 15 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jun 16 - Jun 22 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jun 23 - Jun 29 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jun 30 - Jul 06 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jul 07 - Jul 13 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jul 14 - Jul 20 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jul 21 - Jul 27 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Jul 28 - Aug 03 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Aug 04 - Aug 10 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Aug 11 - Aug 17 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Aug 18 - Aug 24 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Aug 25 - Aug 31 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Sep 01 - Sep 07 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Sep 08 - Sep 14 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Sep 15 - Sep 21 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Sep 22 - Sep 28 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Sep 29 - Oct 05 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Oct 06 - Oct 12 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Oct 13 - Oct 19 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Oct 20 - Oct 26 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Oct 27 - Nov 02 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Nov 03 - Nov 09 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Nov 10 - Nov 16 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Nov 17 - Nov 23 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
Nov 24 - Nov 30 | CAD 3,870 | CAD 5,320 |
2024 | ||
Deluxe | Join-in Tour | |
Dates | Dbl Occ | Sgl Occ |
Jan 07 - Jan 13 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jan 14 - Jan 20 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jan 21 - Jan 27 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jan 28 - Feb 03 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Feb 04 - Feb 10 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Feb 11 - Feb 17 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Feb 18 - Feb 24 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Feb 25 - Mar 02 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Mar 03 - Mar 09 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Mar 10 - Mar 16 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Mar 17 - Mar 23 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Mar 24 - Mar 30 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Mar 31 - Apr 06 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Apr 07 - Apr 13 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Apr 14 - Apr 20 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Apr 21 - Apr 27 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Apr 28 - May 04 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
May 05 - May 11 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
May 12 - May 18 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
May 19 - May 25 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
May 26 - Jun 01 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jun 02 - Jun 08 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jun 09 - Jun 15 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jun 16 - Jun 22 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jun 23 - Jun 29 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jun 30 - Jul 06 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jul 07 - Jul 13 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jul 14 - Jul 20 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jul 21 - Jul 27 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Jul 28 - Aug 03 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Aug 04 - Aug 10 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Aug 11 - Aug 17 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Aug 18 - Aug 24 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Aug 25 - Aug 31 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Sep 01 - Sep 07 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Sep 08 - Sep 14 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Sep 15 - Sep 21 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Sep 22 - Sep 28 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Sep 29 - Oct 05 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Oct 06 - Oct 12 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Oct 13 - Oct 19 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Oct 20 - Oct 26 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Oct 27 - Nov 02 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Nov 03 - Nov 09 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Nov 10 - Nov 16 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Nov 17 - Nov 23 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
Nov 24 - Nov 30 | CAD 4,825 | CAD 7,210 |
* Minimum 2 passengers | ||
* It is possible to depart on this program on any day as a Private Tour or Join-in Tour | ||
* Travel must be completed within these seasonal date ranges - split season cost available upon request | ||
* Solo Travel Supplement available upon request | ||
* Supplements may apply for special events and holidays | ||
* The accommodation will be provided in the below hotel or similar in case the priority hotel is unable to accommodate the booking | ||
Hotels: | ||
Seoul | Busan | |
Four Points by Sheraton Seoul Myeongdong hotel (F) | Asti Hotel Busan (F) | |
Lotte Hotel Seoul Main Tower (D) | Lotte Hotel Busan (D) | |
Gyeongju | ||
Commodore Hotel Gyeongju (F) | ||
Lahan Hotel Gyeongju (D) | ||
INCLUSIONS
Inclusions (SIC):
- 6 nights accommodation at your choice of hotel with private facilities
- Breakfast daily
- Transfers and tours with guide on private and seat in coach basis as listed
- Domestic Airfare from Busan to Seoul
- Train tickets from Seoul to Gyeongju
- Private car from Gyeongju to Busan
Inclusions (PRIVATE):
- 6 nights accommodation at your choice of hotel with private facilities
- Breakfast daily
- Transfers and tours with guide on private basic
- Domestic Airfare from Busan to Seoul
- Train tickets from Seoul to Gyeongju
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