ITINERARY

D1: LONDON – SEOUL

D2: ARRIVE SEOUL (-/-/D)

Welcome to Seoul! Upon arrival in Seoul, we will be greeted by our local tour guide.
We transfer to the hotel for Check in . After check-in, relax and have a good rest. Dinner at the local restaurant and return to our hotel.
Overnight in Seoul.

D3: SEOUL TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we start our tour a drive by the The Blue House, also called Cheong Wa Dae in Korean, is a public park that formerly served as the executive office and official residence of the president of South Korea from 1948 to 2022. You will be able to see a complex of multiple buildings built largely in the traditional Korean architectural style with some modern architectural elements and facilities. This is followed by a visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Gyeongbokgung Palace was the main royal palace of the Joseon dynasty. Built in 1395, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea. It is the largest of the Five Grand Palaces, and it was served as the home of Kings of the Joseon dynasty, the Kings' households, as well as the government of Joseon. This is followed byThe Changing of the Royal Guard is a re-enactment of the ceremony from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) for changing the guards that protected and patrolled the royal palaces and were in charge of the opening and closing of the gates to the palaces. Our next stop is The National Folk Museum of Korea is a national museum of South Korea, located within the grounds of the Gyeongbokgung Palace. It uses replicas of historical objects to illustrate the history of traditional life of the Korean people from the past to present day. To experience Seoul we Isa-Dong.
Insa-dong is a popular neighborhood in the heart of Seoul that is filled with streets and narrow back alleys that are lined with art galleries, wooden tea houses, restaurants, cafes, and small shops selling arts and crafts. The main street, Insadong-gil, runs for 700 meters from Tapgol Park in the south to Anguk-dong Rotary.
Our next stop is Bukchon Hanok.
Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village in Seoul with a long history located on the top of a hill between Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and Jongmyo Royal Shrine. The traditional village is composed of many alleys, hanok and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment. This is followed by a visit to The N Seoul Tower, also known as Namsan Tower or Seoul Tower, is a communication and observation tower located on Nam Mountain in central Seoul, South Korea. The 236-meter-tall tower marks the second highest point in Seoul and is considered a local landmark.
Observatory and cable car is included.
Seoul Tower Our last stop of the day is Myeongdong Street.
This busy shopping district is famous for its beauty and skincare products, along with many popular Korean and international fashion brands. The street is lined with food vendors selling Korean street food and there are a number of popular Korean restaurants in the area. The area's central location also makes it a convenient base when visiting Seoul.
Overnight in Seoul.

D4: SEOUL TOUR (B/ L/D)

After Breakfast we transfer to the DMZ ( Demilitarized Zone) Area. We start at Imjingak Park. Imjingak is a park located on the banks of the Imjin River along the tracks of the former Gyeongui Train Line outside the city of Paju, South Korea. The park has many statues and monuments regarding the Korean War. The park was built in 1972 to console those from both sides who are unable to return to their hometowns, friends and families because of the division of Korea and currently receives approximately 1.2 million visitors per year. This is followed by a visit to Freedom Bridge.Located in Imjingak is the Freedom Bridge, which crosses the Imjin river. It is a former railroad bridge which was used by repatriated POWs and soldiers returning from the North. Our Next stop is The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel.
The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel is one of the four tunnels under the border between North Korea and South Korea, extending south of Panmunjom. Visitors enter either by walking down a long steep incline that starts in a lobby with a gift shop or via train that contains a driver at the front or the back (depending on the direction as there is only one set of rails) and padded seats facing forward and backwards in rows for up to three passengers each. To fully understand Korean being split into 2 we visit DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall.
DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall is a place where you can watch a video which explains about the 3rd tunnel and other tunnels as well as history of the division of Korea. There are also exhibitions on the 3rd and fourth floor for us to visit. Then to look at North Kore we visit the Dora Observatory.
Dora Observatory is on the South Korean side of the 38th parallel. Situated on top of Dora Mountain in Paju, the observatory provides scenic views across the Demilitarized Zone. Visitors can see the North Korean territory through binoculars from the 304 square feet, 500-person capacity observatory.
Our Last stop of the day is The Unification Village.
The Unification Village has been considered a “Preservation Zone for the Natural Environment” by the UN because it has a well-preserved natural environment. The three main products of the village are rice, soybean and Ginseng which you can buy at very affordable prices. The village is located right within the DMZ so there are symbols of war all over that remind everybody about the danger of living in this area.
Overnight in Seoul.

D5: SEOUL – JEJU (B/L/D)

In the morning after breakfast we transfer to Gimpo Airport. Take a domestic flight to – JEJU.
Transfer to Hotel and Check in We then have free time.
Overnight in Jeju..

D6: JEJU TOUR (B/L/D)

In the morning after a very e breakfast, we visit Dragon Head(Yongduam) Rock.
Situated on the northern coast in downtown Jeju, Yongduam Rock is an estimated 10-meter-tall stone that has been worn down over time by strong winds and waves into a shape resembling a dragon's head. There are many legends surrounding the rock. From Yongduam Rock, visitors can see haenyeo (female divers) working at catching seafood. Near the rock are various cafes, bars, and restaurants. The coastal road between here and Aewol-eup is popular among couples.
We drive down Dokkaebi (Mysterious) Road / Samyang Beach (Pass By)
The Jeju Mysterious Road, also known as Dokkaebi Road, lies on a hill at the foot of a mountain, and connects two major highways on Jejudo Island. It has earned its name, as objects and liquid appear to roll and flow up the hill instead of down, when, in fact, such image of gravity defiance is an optical illusion rendered by the seemingly high surroundings. Our next stop is Seongsan Sunrise Peak.
Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak) is one of the special places that people visit to see the sun rise as each old year turns to the new. It's a tuff cone crater that was formed when a volcano erupted under the ocean. It was designated as Natural Monument No.420 in 2000. Visitors must climb to the top to see the true form of Seongsan Ilchulbong Mountain in Jeju. Next we visit Seongeup Folk Village.
Located at the foot of Halla Mountain on Jeju Island, Seongeup Folk Village is a small town that holds a vast amount of culture over a wide period of time from 1410 to 1914. Cultural properties in the folk village have been handed down from generation to generation and include treasures such as residential houses, Confucian shrines and schools, ancient government offices, stone statues, large millstones, fortress ruins, and stone monuments. Overnight in Jeju.

D7: JEJU TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast our second day of touring Jeju starts with a visit to Hyeopjae Beach.
Hyeopjae Beach is located about 32 kilometers west of downtown Jeju and is near Hallim Park. The white sandy beach mixed with crushed seashells, Biyangdo Island appearing to float on the cobalt seat, and the lush pine forest all combine to create an outstanding scene. The beach stretches roughly 200 meters and is 60 meters wide with a shallow depth of 1.2 meters, making the beach perfect for family visitors.
After the beach we visit Hallim Park,
Hallim Park is one of the most popular tourist spots on Jeju Island, located approximately 33 kilometers west of Jeju-si and Hallasan Mountain along the beach in Hallim-eup. It faces the pleasant scenery of Biyangdo Island, Hyeopjae Beach, and Geumneung Beach. The park was established in early 1971 on barren land with the importation of tons of earth and the planting of assorted subtropical plants. Hallim Park, reaching almost 100 thousand square meters, has a variety of gardens that can be enjoyed in any season.
Following the park visit we carry on the next point of call the stunning Cheonjeyeon Waterfall, Cheonjeyeonpokpo Falls, named "The Pond of God," consists of three sections. The first waterfall falls into a pond with a depth of 21 meters. From here, it falls two more times, creating the second and third waterfalls, which then flow into the sea. To the east of the first waterfall is a cave, where water falls from the ceiling. In the past, people believed this water had healing properties, with many people bathing in the waters.
No visit to Korea would be complete without sampling some Korean tea so the last stop of the day is O’sulloc Tea Museum,
O'sulloc Tea Museum, located next to O'sulloc's Seogwang Tea Planation in Jeju, was opened by Amore Pacific in 2001 with the aim of introducing and spreading Korean teas and the traditional tea culture of Korea. The museum is a cultural space where the West and the East, and modernity and tradition coexist in harmony. The museum has a tea gallery, eco-friendly rest area, and a cafe where visitors can enjoy a variety of tasty tea-based desserts.
Overnight in Jeju.

D8: JEJU- BUSAN (B/L/D)

After breakfast we transfer to the Airport for our flight to Busan. Upon arrival in Busan we visit United Nations Cemetery Memorial,
The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honours UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953. It is the only memorial cemetery in the world dedicated to UN soldiers. While the cemetery originally held up to 11,000 graves, most of the fallen soldiers were repatriated at the request of their families, with only 2,300 graves remaining. The serene park spreads across a grassy plain area of 135,000 square meters.
No visit to Busan would be complete without a visit to the Haeundae Beach,
Haeundae Beach is the most famous beach in Busan. The white sand beach is roughly 1.5 kilometers long, over a 30- to 50-meter wide area, creating a beautiful coastline before a shallow bay, making it perfect for swimming. People flock to Haeundae Beach every summer. All kinds of accommodations from luxury hotels to private guesthouses have developed in the area around the beach, making this the perfect summer vacation spot.
Overnight in Busan.

D9: BUSAN TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast we visit Gamcheon Cultural Village, Gamcheon Culture Village is a town within Gamcheon-dong that is known for its layered streets, twisted labyrinth-like alleys, and brightly painted houses, which have been restored and enhanced in recent years. Built on a steep mountain-side slope, the village has been nicknamed "Korea's Santorini" and the "Machu Picchu of Busan.
Next we visit Gukje International market,
Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living by selling smuggled or imported products, which developed into Gukje Market (gukje meaning "international" in Korean) of today. Gukje Market is one of Korea’s largest markets. The market's alleyways are lined with stalls selling diverse goods, particularly machinery tools, kitchenware, and clothing.
Our last stop of the day is, Jagalchi Fish Market.
Jagalchi Fish Market is a fish market in the neighborhood of Nampo-dong and Chungmu-dong in Busan, South Korea. The market is located on the edge of Nampo Port and is considered to be the largest fish market in South Korea.
Overnight in Busan.

D10: BUSAN- SUWON- SEOUL (B/L/D)

After breakfast we visit Korean Folk Village, Korean Folk Village introduces traditional culture from the late Joseon period to both local and international visitors through cultural classes experience, shaman faith, seasonal customs and others. It recreated the past through the restoration of houses from the Joseon dynasty. Performances including nongak (farmer’s music), martial arts on horseback, traditional wedding ceremony, and other special events are available by season.
Next stop is Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (UNESCO),
Suwon was one of four main regional government centres during the Joseon dynasty. Hwaseong Fortress, built to protect the city, was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1997 for its historical value. The walls stretch for 5,700 kilometers, with Paldalsan Mountain at the centre. The fortress, constructed from 1794 to 1796, was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.
We then transfer to Seoul via Bullet train, and visit DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has a meaning of Dream, Design, and Play. It holds various exhibitions, fashion shows, forums, conferences, and other domestic and international events. Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, the building's exterior attracts the attention of many photographers with its delicate curves and bold shapes.
Our last stop of the day and tour is Gwangjang Market,
The Gwangjang Market is a traditional street market in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The market is one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in South Korea, with more than 5000 shops and 20,000 employees in an area of 42,000 m2. Approximately 65,000 people visit the market each day. Overnight in Seoul.

D11: SEOUL- LONDON (B/L/D))

Transfer After an early breakfast transfer to the airport, for our flight back to London Arrive back in London Heathrow and say goodbye to our new friends.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

- Return International and Internal flights inclusive of taxes
- 4* accommodation as stated
- All transfers and transportation with air-con vehicles
- Tour manager from the UK and local ENGLISH speaking guides
- All entrance fees as per program
- Mineral water
- Meals (B/L/D) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program (Local food, Set Menu):
- Train Rides Busan – Seoul ( or Suwon).
- All Tips

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

- Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
- Drinks
- Early check-in or late checkout
- Insurances
- Optional excursions and activities
- Additional transfer required due to an emergency situation
- Items of a personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, beverages…)
- All not mentioned above
- Excess baggage charges