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Classic South Korea

  • Duration
    5 days
  • Tour Type
    Short Stay
  • Tour Style
    Classic
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Stumble upon the temples and palaces scattered amongst the glittering skyscrapers of Seoul and explore the living museum that is Gyeongju.

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    X A reasonable level of fitness is required and you should expect to be on your feet for much of the day. You’ll be getting on and off coaches, trains or boats and walking around the sights, often including steps, plus occasional longer walks. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and time on your feet
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Tour Itinerary

This extension is suitable for those who wish to visit some of the most exciting and iconic sights in South Korea.

  • Day 1
    Arrive Seoul
    Day 1: Arrive Seoul

    Arrive in South Korea's capital, Seoul, where you will be met by a driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in. This dynamic city may be well and truly on fast-forward for everything from fashion to technology, but it is still deeply rooted in tradition.

  • Day 2
    Explore Seoul
    Day 2: Explore Seoul

    Take a full day to explore some of Seoul's many treasures with a local guide. Start at Gyeongbok Palace, the country's most famous royal palace, where as well as exploring, you will see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Next, visit symbolic Namsan Park and N Seoul Tower before heading to Gwangjang Market to taste some of Seoul's best street food. This evening you have the option of watching a traditional music and dance performance at Korea House. (B)

  • Day 3
    Historic Gyeongju
    Day 3: Historic Gyeongju

    Transfer to Seoul station and travel on the KTX bullet train to Gyeongju. This city was the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, which ruled part of the Korean peninsula from the year 57BC to 935AD. On arrival, meet your driver and start discovering historic Gyeongju. Head to Mount Tohamson and the UNESCO World Heritage Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto. There will also be time to enjoy the vistas around Bomun Lake. Stay overnight in Gyeongju. (B,L)

  • Day 4
    Return to Seoul
    Day 4: Return to Seoul

    Meet your driver-guide to further explore Gyeongju. Start at the National Museum and marvel at its collection of Silla relics. Continue to Tumuli Park with its many royal tombs before heading to the 7th century Cheomseongdae Observatory, the oldest surviving observatory in East Asia. Finally, visit Anapji Pond. Return by bullet train to Seoul where the evening is at leisure. (B,L)

  • Day 5
    Depart Seoul
    Day 5: Depart Seoul

    Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 1°c
  • 34mm
  • Seoul
  • -2°c
  • 21mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 3°c
  • 45mm
  • Seoul
  • 1°c
  • 25mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 7°c
  • 64mm
  • Seoul
  • 6°c
  • 47mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 13°c
  • 83mm
  • Seoul
  • 13°c
  • 64mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 18°c
  • 72mm
  • Seoul
  • 18°c
  • 106mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 21°c
  • 129mm
  • Seoul
  • 23°c
  • 133mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 25°c
  • 195mm
  • Seoul
  • 25°c
  • 395mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 26°c
  • 173mm
  • Seoul
  • 26°c
  • 364mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 21°c
  • 155mm
  • Seoul
  • 22°c
  • 169mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 16°c
  • 63mm
  • Seoul
  • 15°c
  • 52mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 10°c
  • 52mm
  • Seoul
  • 7°c
  • 52mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Gyeongju
  • 4°c
  • 26mm
  • Seoul
  • 1°c
  • 22mm
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Classic South Korea map

Places Visited: Seoul (2N) - Gyeongju (1N) - Seoul (1N)

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In addition to being for solos only these departures feature smaller group sizes, free airport lounge access and complimentary cocktails on arrival.

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