4-Day Korea Tour from Seoul to Busan: Suwon, Gyeongju and Andong | Mini Tour with Maximum 6 Pax

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Product Code: 681516

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Wearing Hanbok to express love for traditional Korean culture, visiting the final palace of Korea to explore the imprints of history.
    • Suwon, Andong, Gyeongju, in the historical imprint of every ancient city, savor the inheritance of world cultural heritage.
    • Vibrant Seoul, Romantic Busan, Exquisite Jeju Island, Constant Surprise Everywhere!
    • Absolutely enjoy your journey! No shopping arranged during the entire journey!
    • Opportunity to experience local specialties such as royal cuisine, traditional performances, and location for Korean dramas.
    • An extremely convenient urban hotel with Korean local four flower standards, a good choice for quality travel.
Tour Code
681516
Duration
4 day
Departure City
Seoul
End City
Jeju Island
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Seoul

Seoul

Hotel: Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group or similar hotel or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Excluded

Wearing Hanbok

Hanbok is traditional Korean clothing that has been worn for centuries. It is characterized by its simple yet elegant design.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

It is a historic palace located in Seoul, South Korea. It was the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty and served as the residence of the king and his family. 

 

The National Folk Museum of Korea

It's located in the Gyeongbokgung Palace is a place to showcase the traditional way of life in Korea. It displays nearly 4000 related ethnic materials and is the only comprehensive national museum in Korea that comprehensively show the case of the history of folk life.

Bukchon Hanok Village

It is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon dynasty. Today, many of these hanoks operate as cultural centers, guesthouses, restaurants, and tea houses, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience, learn and immerse themselves in traditional Korean culture. 

 

Insadong

It is a popular tourist destination, offering a variety of traditional Korean shops, restaurants, tea houses, and galleries. 

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

It comprises various facilities for exhibitions and shopping attracts many people to take pictures, but it is visited by citizens and tourists alike as both a must-visit attraction and rest area that symbolizes the Dongdaemun area in connection with the surrounding commercial district. Take a closer look at DDP's world-famous architectural design through photographs!

 

Tips:
Meeting Point and Departure Time:
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Meeting Point: Kindly please get out of Seoul Myeongdong Subway Station No.9 Exit then walk straight around 15 meters, at the right side is the main gate of Lotte L7 Myeongdong Hotel parking lot to find your today tour vehicle.

Visiting Attractions

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace Gyeongbokgung Palace
  • Bukchon Hanok Village Bukchon Hanok Village
  • Dongdaemun Dongdaemun

Meal

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  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 02
Seoul

Seoul - Suwon - Andong - Gyeongju

Hotel: Benikea Swiss Rosen Hotel or similar hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Suwon, South Korea. It is a large fortress built in the late 18th century to protect and demonstrate the power of the Joseon Dynasty. Today, the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors who are interested in learning about Korean history, architecture, and military defense systems.

Transfer to Andong by van(around 3 hours on the way).

Andong Hahoe Village*, is a traditional Korean village located in Andong, South Korea. It is known for its well-preserved traditional architecture, including thatched roof houses, which have been passed down from generation to generation. The village has a rich cultural heritage, with a long history of Confucianism and is also known for its preservation of the traditional mask dance drama called Hahoe Byeolsin Gut.

Transfer to Gyeongju by van (around 1.5 hours on the way).

  

Night City View Optional Tour in Gyeongju

Under the night, the Moon City present a softer curve under the moonlight and lighting. The highlights of the Gyeongju Night Tour present a magnificent posture under the lighting. Walking and admiring can bring you closer to the beauty of the city of Gyeongju.

Visiting Attractions

  • Andong Hahoe Village Andong Hahoe Village
  • Hwaseong Fortress Hwaseong Fortress

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 03
Gyeongjus

Gyeongju - Busan

Hotel: Hotel Foret Premier Nampo or similar hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Gyeongju Bulguksa* is a Buddhist temple located in Gyeongju, South Korea. It was built in the late 7th and early 8th centuries during the Silla Kingdom and is considered one of the most important cultural and historical sites in the country. The temple is known for its beautiful stone carvings, elegant architecture, and stunning natural setting. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a popular tourist destination.

 

Daereungwon Tomb Complex*, also known as Cheonmachong Tomb, is a burial site located in Gyeongju, South Korea. It dates to the Silla Kingdom, which ruled the Korean Peninsula from 57 BC to 935 AD and is believed to be the burial site of a Silla King or nobleman. The tomb is famous for the discovery of a wooden horse and various other artifacts, which have provided valuable insights into the culture and society of the Silla Kingdom.

Depart for Busan by van (around 1 hour on the way). You will enjoy a leisurely afternoon in Busan.

Half Day Optional Tour in Busan

Ahopsansup Forest* Ahopsansup Forest is a forest located at the foot of Ahopsan Mountain in Cheolma-myeon, Gijang-gun, Busan. It is a place where visitors can meet the undamaged natural environment and ecology. Diverse forests such as bamboo forests, cypress forests, cedar trees, ginkgo trees, and natural forests, including Geumgang pine trees aged 100 to 300 years, make up Ahopsan Mountain.

Visiting Attractions

  • Bulguksa Bulguksa
  • Ahopsansup Forest Ahopsansup Forest

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 04
Busan

Busan

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Songdo Skywalk is located on the eastern side of Songdo Beach, connecting to Geobukseom Island. The skywalk features sections with a clear glass floor that creates the feeling of walking on top of the ocean. The amazing panoramic view of the surrounding area has made the skywalk a popular destination. First opened in 2015, the 365-meter-long skywalk continues to attract tourists to Songdo Beach.

Gamcheon Culture Village is a neighborhood located in the city of Busan, South Korea. It is known for its unique architecture, vibrant street art, and hillside location. The village was originally built in the 1940s as a settlement for Korean War refugees but has since been transformed into a vibrant cultural hub. Visitors can wander through the narrow, colorful alleyways and explore the many murals, sculptures, and other works of art that adorn the buildings.

BIFF Square is a central location in Busan, South Korea, where the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) is held. BIFF Square serves as the main venue for the festival, hosting the main theater, as well as a few smaller screening rooms and event spaces. During the festival, the area is transformed into a hub of activity, with screenings, events, and parties taking place around the clock. The square also serves as a gathering place for film industry professionals, filmmakers, and fans, making it a central hub of the festival.

Gwangalli Beach: in Busan is one of Korea's best beaches. It's famous for its fine sand, the average water depth is 1.5 meters and the average water temperature is 21 degrees Celsius. It is a popular place among young people in their 20s and 30s. During summer, there are a lot of activities. Gwangalli Beach is also called "Cafe Town" for its unique interior and exterior styles which attract tourists throughout the year.

The tour in South Korea ends here.

  

Visiting Attractions

  • Songdo Skywalk Songdo Skywalk
  • BIFF Square BIFF Square

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D2 Night City View in Gyeongju $ 89.00/Person Minimum 2 people
D3 Ahopsansup Forest $ 89.00/Person Minimum 2 people
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Airport Transportation & Paid Pick-up/Drop-off Service(Korean driver)】
* Guests who arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN)or Gimpo International Airport (GMP), please kindly take the Airport Shuttle Bus, A'REX, Subway, or Taxi to your hotel.
* Guests can also choose our paid pick-up/drop-off service: (English or Chinese driver)
ICN or GMP to Hotels in Seoul
- ICN Airport- Hotels in Seoul 1-5pax:US$69/ group /time
- ICN Airport- Hotels in Seoul 5-7pax:US$75/ group /time
- GMP Airport- Hotels in Seoul 1-5pax:US$59/ group /time
- GMP Airport- Hotels in Seoul 5-7pax:US$65/ group /time
Designated Hotels in Busan to Busan International Airport:
- Hotel in Busan- PUS Airport 1-5pax:US$65/ group /time
- Hotel in Busan- PUS Airport 5-7pax:US$75/ group /time
* Service Duration - 06:01 am - 22:00 pm
* Additional fee $20.00 during 22:01 pm - 06:00 am
* No more charge for pick-up/drop off within the agreed 3-hour period. Overtime fee will be charged at $20.00 per hour for exceeding the time limit.
Departure Tips:
- The check-out time must be done before 11:00am in all hotels of South Korea. Please refer to the actual hotel requirements.
- By flight, please arrive at the airport at least 2 hours in advance.
- Before the start of your itinerary, if you plan to stop in Seoul in advance, you can choose a hotel in advance to extend your stay.
- After completing all your tour, if you plan to continue staying in Jeju, you can choose a hotel in advance and extend your stay.

Meeting Point

Search for your nearest pickup point
Time Region Location Full Address
09:00AM Seoul Seoul Myeongdong Subway Station No.9 Exit then walk straight around 15 meters, at the right side is the main gate of Lotte L7 Myeongdong Hotel parking lot to find your today tour vehicle

(Please arrive at the meeting point least 10 to 15 minutes early.)

Seoul, Korea

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Hotels described in the itinerary, or equivalent hotels
    • Tour bus service, with the specific vehicle type determined by the size of the group
    • Attraction entrance fees noted in the itinerary
    • The professional tour guide or a driver
    • Hotel breakfast

Package Excludes

    • Transportation to/from South Korea
    • Transportation from Busan to Jeju, transportation within Korea that is not included in the itinerary
    • Airport pick-up or drop-off service
    • Optional activities and entrance fees not included in the itinerary
    • Lunch, dinner, and other meals not included in the itinerary
    • Based on the local tip standard of $8.00 per day per guest or local Korean Currency ₩10,000 per day per guest in South Korea, please pay tips to your guide or driver on the day of your tour, to express your respect and gratitude for their work
              Optional activity notes:
               1. Price does not include guide tips
               2. Price already includes local taxes
               3. Price already includes the entrance fee which noted in the itinerary

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 07 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 08 - 10 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 11 - 13 Days Prior to Departure Date - 30% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:
Change Policy:
If you are unable to participate in the tour due to transportation issues, a government shutdown, illness, accident, sudden changes in weather, or other unforeseen and unpreventable personal circumstances, it is suggested that you transfer the booked itinerary to someone else. Our company can change the name on the booking for free. If you decide to change or postpone your itinerary, we will do our best to minimize the loss to you, but there are some costs we are not able to recover. Thus, changes will be made in accordance with the following policy:
1. For changes or postponements made more than 7 days ahead of the tour date, no fee will be charged.
2. For changes or postponements made within 6 days of the tour date, after deducting the fee for the first night at the hotel and fees for activities that have already been booked, the remainder of your payment will be applied to the cost of your new itinerary.

Special Notes

    • Warm Tips:
    • Please arrive at the meeting point least 10 to 15 minutes early.
    • You may contact us within 1 to 2 days of your tour to confirm the meeting point and departure time.
    • If due to unpreventable circumstances (including but not limited to: natural disasters, political and social situations, accidents and malfunctions, road closures, etc.), adjustments must be made to the tour in order to protect the safety and welfare of all guests in the tour group, our company reserves the right to take measures including changing the time or content of the tour or even canceling some or all tour activities. The related tour fees cannot be refunded, and any additional costs incurred (i.e., extended hotel stay, transportation, meals, plane ticket changes) must be borne by the guests.
    • Natural disasters: flood, earthquake, hail, snowstorm, tsunami, etc.
    • Political and social situations: war, shutdown, protest, regime change, policy change, terrorist attack, etc.
    • Accidents and malfunctions: tour bus or other transportation equipment malfunction, sudden damage to recreational equipment, traffic accident or other blockage of roads, etc.
    • Road closures: roads impassable due to weather conditions, traffic accidents, etc.
    • Essential Information About Booking:
    • This tour is a mini tour with maximum 6 people, led by a professional English-speaking licensed tour guide with a minimum group size of 4 or above. But if the tour can be led by a Korean Speaking diver with basic English, the group can be served for 2 guests as the same cost.
    • We strongly suggest that you wait to buy plane tickets until after you receive your confirmation from us.
    • This itinerary will be closed to book 15 days before departure.
    • Please provide us with your identity information and phone number at least 10 working days ahead of your tour departure. Otherwise, we will be unable to send you the final confirmation.
    • All hotel rooms have either one or two beds in South Korea.
    • This product is priced as a package tour. If you are unable to participate in some of the tour activities or unable to use any part of the itinerary or included services, we are unable to give any refunds.
    • Notes for Participation:
    • This tour requires you to bring a photo ID, such as a foreign passport with a Korean visa.
    • The sequence of activities in this tour itinerary is subject to change based on the tour departure date, weather conditions, etc., but the content of the tour will not change. The sequence in the above itinerary is provided for reference only and may not match your final itinerary.
    • If there are discrepancies between any time stated in the itinerary and the time given by your guide, please meet at the time your guide has informed you of.
    • You will be served by local tour guides or drivers according to the different places you visit.
    • Minors under age 19 are required to be always accompanied by at least one adult or to submit a disclaimer signed by their guardian.
    • If you didn't book any optional activities available on the tour in advance, you can talk with your guide about booking these activities. In this case payment must be made in cash.
    • Please be aware, if you are not able to meet your guide at the appointed time and place due to personal reasons (including but not limited to illness, accidents, running late, etc.), and thus miss the chance to board the bus and cannot participate in the tour, we are afraid we cannot refund your fee for that day.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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