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Day 1 – Seoul – City Views

Welcome to Korea! Start your journey of discovery with a group dinner and sample your first tastes of the delights of the Korean cuisine. It’s then time to enjoy a striking city-scape with a mesmorising panorama of the metropolis below from top Seoul’s N Tower. Gaze down at the city you will be enjoying over the next few days.

Day 2 – Seoul – Zen to Gangnam Style

Start the day with a slice of zen with a yoga experience in a tradtional Korean home. Suitably relaxed, stroll over to Gyeongbokgung Palace and watch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Step further back into time and try on a Hanbok at the Bukchon Hanok village before a delicious local lunch. It’s then time to step right into the beating heart of Korea’s K Pop scene with a karaoke experience in Gangnam after a soju sampling session

Day 3 – DMZ – Peer into North Korea

A chance to understand the tragic history of this divided pennisula with a trip to the border with North Korea- the DMZ. Visit the observatory and look into the hermit kingdom and see the tunnels underneath built by the North to invade the South. Learn more about the social history with a chat to a defector from the North. After taking on board a weighty morning, relax amidst one of Seoul’s most vibrant districts: Myeongdong. That evening, marvel at the acrobatic and comedic majesty of the Nanta Show before we take you to some of our favourite bars in the city!

Day 4 – Golgulsa – Temple Life

Head out of the city towards the gorgeous Golgulsa Temple and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains. Whilst here, experience a different side of Korean culture. We’ll immerse ourselves in the temple life and go horseback riding through the mountains, watch the martial art of Sunmudo and try it our for yourself and end the day with tradtional dinner plus chanting and meditation session.

Day 5 – Gyeongju – Ancient Wonder

Start the day with a meditation in the mountains before enjoying a breakfast with a Buddhist monk and some refreshing tea. It’s then time to try your hand at archery before bidding farewell to the tranquility of temple life. Head over to the treasure trove of Gyeongju filled with ancient sites. Cycle around the charming city stopping in at ancient tombs, forests and Confucian schools. Stop by and hear more about the history at a 300 year old ancient tea house. Get ready for a dining experience like no other with a traditional set meal in a hanok before marvelling at the stunning night-time views at Anapji Pond.

Day 6 – Busan – Ocean-side Chill

You will have enjoyed the food so why not try your hand at creating it yourself with a Korean cooking class. Discover the art of Korean cooking with an experienced local chef and then sample some local rice wine. Head over to the beach and take the Songdo Marine Cable Car for sky-high views of the city and ocean! It’s then time to really relax as we visit one the most famous jimjilbangs in the country. These are enormous spas designed to be havens of relaxation and recuperation. Relax and enjoy!

Day 7 – Busan – Seafood, swims and soju

Kick off the day with a trip to Jagalchi Fish Market- check out the fresh seafood and enjoy a local lunch there. Stroll over to the BIFF Square enternainment area. That afternoon is a chance to take in the sights and sounds of the city and also enjoy the city’s beaches. Take a swim in the ocean, relax by the beach and sample some of the Busan style hotteoks- these fried pancakes are a local speciality. That night, our guide will take you out in Haeundae for a fun-filled experience.

Day 8 – Jeju – Diving and Sundowners

Fly over to Jeju Island for our final stop on our Korean adventure. We will take part in the Haenyeo Divers Experience- this is an amazing opportunity to witness, up close and personal, how these incredible women catch fish. Once back on dry land, we will take part in a liquor making experience before sampling some of the produce ourselves! Take some time to enjoy the natural splendours of the surroundings too. Jeju is known as the “Hawaii of Korea” and it’s easy to see why as you grab a sundowner looking out of the majesty of the volcanic peaks jutting out above the ocean.

Day 9 – Jeju – Waterfalls, Volcanoes and Beach BBQ

Hike to the top of Seongsan Ilchubong- also known as Sunrise Peak- this UNESCO World Heritage Site was formed over 5000 years ago! Embark on a hike along the Jeju Olle Trail taking in spectacular views and waterfalls. We’ll stop for a revitalising lunch before hiking onto Oedolgae Rock with vistas of volcanic cliffs and yellow fields of canola. Our last night is a BBQ party on the beach; sunset drinks, seafood and a time to reflect on an awesome Korean experience

Day 10 – Jeju Island

Flight back to Seoul which is included in the trip or extend your stay on the stunning island of Jeju!

Gangnam Karaoke experience

Try your hand at singing some K Pop hits in the heart of one of the city’s most iconic districts.

Soju sampling

Discover the joys of the delicious local spirt: soju.

Spa experience

Relax in a jimjilbang and take advantage of the myriad of spas, pools and relaxing areas.

DMZ Visit

Peer into the hermit kingdom, meet a defector and learn more about the history of this divided peninsula with a trip to the edge of the unknown.

Nanta Show

Experience the full slapstick, comedic majesty of this Nanta Show.

Temple Stay

Immerse yourself in temple life with Sunmudo, archery, horse-riding and meditation with the monks.

Haenyeo Divers experience

Witness this remarkable craft as these women catch sea food with a knife whilst free diving.

Jeju Hiking

Ascend Sunrise Peak and enjoy the spectacular views of Jeju with all its volcanic beauty.

Beach BBQ

One of many foodie experiences – enjoy some delicious BBQ on the beach – great food, sundowners and ocean views.

Korean cooking class

Learn from an expert chef- the art of cooking delicious Korean food.