- - Full day tour of Seoul with Trip Leader
- - Tour of the DMZ with Trip Leader
- - Bullet train from Seoul
- - Overnight temple stay, including martial arts class and morning meditation
- - Half day tour of Gyeongju with Trip Leader
- - Full day tour of Busan with Trip Leader
- - Walking tour of Jeonju with Trip Leader
- - Korean BBQ dinner at local restaurant
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Delve Deep: South Korea
Trip overview
TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader. Where’s South Korea on your travel bucket list? Newsflash. It’s about to take the #1 spot. Big buddhas. Colourful cities. Quirky K-pop style. There’s PLENTY to experience here. We don’t just skim the surface. We delve in deep. Think: atmospheric history, zen meditations, historic temples, traditional stays and allllll the tastiest local food this country has to offer. You in?
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Trip itinerary
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Seoul
2You’ve never seen a city like Seoul. Beaut Buddhist temples. Sick skyscrapers. Crazy K-pop billboards. Ancient palaces. That’s just a handful of things you’ll find here. First up’s a walking tour of the big guns with our savvy Trip Leader who’s got allll the insider deets, including an appointment with Gyeongbok Palace. This place? STUNNING. Like it’s done a 12-step skincare routine cos it's still in its prime. Built in 1395, it’s the biggest of five grand palaces in Seoul. Witness all its glory and see the changing of the guards. Next up, we’re exploring Bukchon Hanok Village, the Insa-dong district and Cheonggyecheon stream. The vibes of these three? 100% unique. Tonight, grab your pals and ask your Trip Leader for the closest night market. Faces will be stuffed with awesome local eats.
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Activities
- Full day tour of Seoul with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Activities
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Seoul, including the DMZ
3No lie, the wake up call is early this morning. Fill your stomachs with food before we’re out the door with our Trip Leader. Our destination? The DMZ. It’s the no military zone between North and South Korea. Here, we’ll learn of the country’s devastating history, spot North Korea and explore tunnels North Korea dug to sneak into South Korea. Back in Seoul, the afternoon is yours to delve deeper. Head to one of many locations dedicated to the war. Spend time in one of the awesome parks. Let your feet decide where to wander to. Tonight, stuff your face with All. The. Food. on an optional street food tour of Gwangjang Market and Euljiro Nogari Alley. Loose pants are a must.
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Activities
- Tour of the DMZ with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Your Options
- Street food tour of Euljiro Nogari Alley and Gwangjang Market: prices available locally
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Activities
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Seoul – Buddhist Temple Stay
4Ever been on a bullet train? Now’s your chance. Get snacks. Get comfy. Get snoozin’. Our destination? Gyeongju, where we’ll hop onto our transfer to our temple stay for the night. This is REAL local livin’, Buddhist-style. First, we’ll delve into local etiquette and temple traditions during a tour. Then: limber up. We’re taking part in a meditative martial arts training sesh. It’s called Sunmudo and it’s bringing you inner peace. Tonight, we’ll come together for dinner. It’s veggie as Buddhists have a strict diet. So, be like a Buddhist. Gobble down those greens. And enjoy every single second of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Activities
- Bullet train from Seoul
- Overnight temple stay, including a martial arts class
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Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Activities
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Buddhist Temple Stay – Gyeongju – Busan
5Ready for more zen? There’s an early morning meditation to get to. Relaxed doesn’t cut it. Successfully floating on air, grab some brekkie before we head back to Gyeongju. First though, we’re hitting Seokguram Grotto. It’s part of the UNESCO fam and it’s got an epic buddha statue inside. In Gyeongju, our Trip Leader’s taking us to the hot spots. Think: Bulguksa Temple and Daereungwon Tomb. Heads will explode. Not only will our eyes be sparkling with incred sights, but we’ll get our fill of awesome local knowledge too. Back on the coach, we’re heading to Busan with one thing on our minds. Where’s the gimbap at?
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Activities
- Early morning meditation during temple stay
- Half day tour of Gyeongju with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Activities
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Busan
6Brekkie down our necks, we’ve got a FULL day in Busan – it's a seaport, so you know you’re gonna have some sick sea views. Our Trip Leader’s doing what they do best: leading the way with a brain full of everything you need to know about this city. First up: Gamcheon Village. Colourful in every sense of the word. Bonus points if you snap a pic with ‘Harry Potter’ - you’ll know it when you see it. Grab a late lunch at Jagalchi Fish Market or Gukje International Market. You’ll probs find something at the latter, unless raw fish (not sushi) is your thing. You do you, no judgement. And tonight? You want in on the optional activity we’ve got lined up. A K-pop dance class. Learning how to dance like BTS in South Korea should be on everyone’s bucket list and you’re the lucky soul that gets to do it. You’re welcome.
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Activities
- Full day tour of Busan with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Your Options
- K-pop dance class: prices available locally
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Activities
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Busan – Jeonju
7Next stop: Jeonju. This place is beautiful. Our Trip Leader’s showing off their skills on a walking tour where we hit spots like Hanok Village and take in sites like the Gyeonggijeon Shrine. Later, you’ve got heaps of free time to grab a delish dinner. Our rec? Bibimbap. It’s a rice bowl with veg, beef and a spicy gochujang sauce. And it’s 100% local to this area. Meaning? It’s the best you’re gonna get. Tonight, get ready for authentic South Korean hospitality as we head to a traditional Hanok where we’ll sleep on simple futon mattresses. Another real local experience, done.
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Activities
- Walking tour of Jeonju with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Activities
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Jeonju – Seoul
8Rise and shine Topdeckers, we’re having a full circle moment and heading back to Seoul for our final night. You’ve got some free time to buy any last min souvenirs, see spots you didn’t catch a few days ago and fill your cup with more awesome mems. Tonight, we’ll have our final (*sob*) dinner together. It’s Korean BBQ. Delish. Eat everything in sight. Talk about your best bits. Have a farewell drink and say cheers to an awesome trip.
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Activities
- Korean BBQ dinner at local restaurant
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Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Activities
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Seoul
9Just like that, it’s all over. How did that happen? Gear up for heaps of hugs and sad smiles. Then, board a flight to Tokyo to join our Delve Deep: Japan trip. You don’t wanna go home just yet, right?
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Meals
Your Inclusions
Activities
Accommodation
6 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double), 1 night in a traditional Hanok (multi-share), 1 night in a temple (multi-share)
Transport
Air-conditioned coach and high-speed trains
Your Options
FYI: these are optional activities available locally. Things might change – prices are here to give you a rough idea.
- Street food tour of Euljiro Nogari Alley and Gwangjang Market: prices available locally
- K-pop dance class: prices available locally
Other information
Accommodation in the Hanok
During this traditional South Korean experience, you will be provided with a thin floor mattress and bedding to sleep on.
Multi-share for some nights
During your stays at the Hanok and Temple, you will be staying in multi-share with same gender passengers. Single supplement is not available for these nights.
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