7 Days / 6 Nights

Tours Overview
The old and new Korea are juxtaposed in an itinerary that combines the sophisticated excitement of Seoul with the fascinating remains of Korea’s ancient past in Gyeongju. Between the two, you'll visit the DMZ, the demarcation between North and South Korea and the most heavily armed border in the world.

Day 1- Arrive Korea
Arrive in Seoul this evening. Upon arrival you are met and transferred to the hotel. Founded as the capital of the Chosun Dynasty, Seoul is Korea's commercial, financial, and political hub.

Day 2 - Seoul Sightseeing
Enjoy a morning city tour of Gyeongbok Palace (built in 1394), the Folklore Museum with its insights into traditional Korean life, the Blue House and the massive Jogyesa Temple (join-in tour). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 3 - DMZ Tour
Enjoy your morning join-in DMZ TOUR (Demilitarized zone) with drive by Unification Village. Your tour will also include the 3rd Tunnel (DMZ Theater, Exhibition Hall) Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, Dora Observatory and Dorasan Station. (B)

Day 4 - World Heritage Tour
Enjoy the World Heritage tour. Your tour include visits to Changdeokgung Palace, Traditional Korean Village, Jongmyo Royal Shrine (National Palace Museum on Tuesday). Following lunch, visit Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Hwaseong Trolley and Hwaseong Haenggung Palace. (BL)

Day 5 - Seoul / Gyeongju
Early morning transfer to the train station to board your express train to Gyeongju, the spiritual and cultural capital of Korea. Gyeongju served as the capital of the Shilla Kingdom, which united the peninsula in 676 AD. Designated by UNESCO as one of the world's ten most historic sites, it is known as the "Museum Without Walls." You are met and transferred to the hotel. Your afternoon tour of Gyeongju includes the Bulgulska Temple with its lovely pagodas and bridges, Seogguram Grotto (one of Asia's most magnificent Buddhist shrines) and the National Museum. (Tour on private basis). (B)

Day 6 - Gyeongju / Busan
In the morning, travel by express bus to Busan (1hr 30 mins), Korea's main port and second largest city. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Your afternoon tour includes Taejongdae Park with its vast rock outcrops and sweeping sea vistas and the UN cemetery, Jagalchi fish market, the International market and Yongdusan Park. (Tour on private basis) (B)

Day 7 - Busan / Seoul
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Seoul. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the international airport for your flight back home, filled with memories of your exciting journey through Korea. (B)