G-Adventures logo

South Korea Explorer

9 days, Seoul to Seoul

9 days

Seoul to Seoul

From$2759USD
was $3679
Valid on Oct 30 2025
Trip Code: AKIS

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

Special Offers

Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ025ASI02
Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ015ASI02

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Check Your Visa Requirements

Before booking, use our handy entry requirements tool so you know which documents you need to enter and travel through the countries on your trip.

View our Entry Requirements tool

9 days

Seoul to Seoul

From$2759USD
was $3679
Valid on Oct 30 2025
Trip Code: AKIS

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

Special Offers

Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ025ASI02
Expires on Oct 01, 2025 03:59 UTC
Promo Code G26SDQ015ASI02

See how your trip uplifts communities

In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

Trees for Days

Help us spread love around the world with Trees for Days. Together with Planeterra, we'll plant one tree in your name for every travel day.

Trees planted for this trip: 9

Ripple Score

Create ripples that change lives. The higher the Ripple Score percentage, the more money stays in the local communities you visit.

Ripple Score for this trip: 100

Map of the route for South Korea Explorer

Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1Seoul

Welcome to South Korea! Today is your day to explore the city as you wish before you meet your group and CEO in the evening for a Welcome Meeting. After the meeting, head out for a group dinner, followed by an orientation walk around Seoul. Tomorrow we leave Seoul but don't fret, we'll return for some more time to see the city at the end of your trip.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Seoul/Jeonju-si

Today take a glimpse into traditional Korean life. After a free morning in Seoul, we head to the hanok village of Jeonju by train. Enjoy a tour of this picturesque hanok town, followed by a Hanjeongsik Dinner, a traditional Korean multiple course meal.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Local Living Moment Hanok Village Tour| Your Foodie Moment Hanjeongsik Traditional Dinner

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 3Jeonju-si/Yeosu

From big city, to traditional towns, today we move to the greener side of South Korea. We'll venture to Damyang to take a tour of the mighty Juknokwon Bamboo forest, the greatest in South Korea. After some time under the bamboo blades, we travel to even greener pastures in the Boseong Green tea field. In the evening, arrive to Yeosu, where the city meets the sea.

Day 4Yeosu

Breathe in the sea air and join your CEO to visit some of the more iconic spots in Yeosu. Ride the cable car for a perfect seaside view of Odongdo Island. Then immerse yourself in larger than life sculptures and interactive art exhibits at Yeosu Art Land. Experience the art and walk out onto the Hand of Midas for an equally impressive view of the sea. In the afternoon, enjoy free time during your last night on the South Korean main land.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5Yeosu/Jeju-si

In the morning, board a flight to the volcanic island of Jeju. With waterfalls, lava caves and miles of beaches, the next three days will not disappoint. After lunch on the island, head to Seongsan Sunrise Peak for an easy hike up the volcanic formation to reach an incredible views of the ocean. This afternoon, you'll have the unique opportunity to witness the women divers on Jeju. Watch as they dive for seafood, using their incredible breath-hold abilities. Then, join your group at the Seongeup Folk Village to learn about the history and people of Old Jeju.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 6Jeju-si

Today, immerse yourself in Jeju's natural side. In the morning, see the colorful side of Jeju at Hallim Park, the island's botanical garden. Stroll through the various themed gardens, caves and folk village all within this huge park. Then head Yongmeori Coast to witness the dramatic cliffs and to Mt. Sanbang for a short coastal hike to a temple atop the mountain.
After lunch, we'll take the scenic route to Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls, perfect for a photo op. Last stop of the day is to Soesokkak Estuary where you'll hop aboard a boat for a tour of the sea and the incredible coastline.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Jeju-si/Seoul

In the late morning, head to the airport to fly back to Seoul. After arrival to Seoul, take a short orientation walk with your CEO and enjoy free time in the city. In the evening, join your group and CEO for an optional group dinner.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 8Seoul

Today is your day to explore Seoul however you'd like. Tick off all the bucket list items to see in Seoul, try some incredible food or choose to go on a tour of the city or maybe the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone).

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 9Seoul

Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast
View full itinerary

What's Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Local Living Moment: Hanok Village Tour, Jeonju-si
  • Your Foodie Moment: Hanjeongsik Traditional Dinner, Jeonju
  • Orientation walk in Seoul
  • Damyang Bamboo Forest
  • Boseong Green tea field
  • Yeosu Cable Car Ride
  • Visit to Yeosu Art Land
  • Explore Seongsan Sunrise Peak
  • Visit Seongeup Folk Village
  • Tour of Yongmeori Coast & Mt
  • Sanbang
  • Visit Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls
  • Explore Shoesokkak Estuary
  • Free time in Seoul
  • Transport to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotel (7nts), Hanok Village Stay (1nt)

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Allow USD260-340 for meals not included.

Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)

My Own Room - From $1379.00

If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.

Make it a private tour

Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.

South Korea Explorer

| 9 days - Seoul to Seoul - from $2759 USD