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Seoul, South Korea - January 17, 2019: January 17, 2019 dressed in traditional costumes from Gwanghwamun gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace Guards. Korean traditional events
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Land and Rail Tour

Impressions of South Korea

2025

Escorted Tour

Impressions of South Korea 

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APT Escorted Tour
Delivering the ultimate luxury holiday experience, you will discover the true essence of each fascinating destination in comfort and style.

Impressions of South Korea 

See the very best of South Korea on a 10-day holiday. Learn how to make bibimbap, Korea’s celebrated rice dish as you indulge in incredible cuisine throughout your luxury journey and delve into the culture and history of the country at ancient palaces, sacred temples and the demilitarised zone on the North Korean border.

10 day Escorted Tour

Itinerary

Seoul to Seoul

10 days / 9 night Escorted Tour

Day 1

Arrive Seoul

Signature Experience

Day 2

Seoul

Signature Experience

Day 3

Seoul, Demilitarised Zone

Day 4

Seoul, Yongin, Jeonju

Signature Experience

Day 5

Jeonju, Gayasan National Park, Gyeongju

Signature Experience

Day 6

Gyeongju

Day 7

Gyeongju, Ulsan, Busan

Signature Experience

Day 8

Busan

Day 9

Busan, Seoul

Freedom of Choice

Day 10

Depart Seoul

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your all-inclusive tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in eight destinations
Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations
Locally inspired dining – a total of 19 meals
Savour a special welcome dinner where you’ll experience traditional Korean royal cuisine, and try local drinks including soju and rice wine
Learn how to make bibimbap, South Korea’s most popular dish, and enjoy your creation for dinner
Discover all things kimchi at the Museum Kimchikan and learn how to make the popular fermented dish with a hands-on class
Delight in a private performance of traditional music and try your hand at playing the unique instruments under the guidance of expert musicians
Take a crafting class, learning how to create the traditional, multi-purpose hanji paper including imprinting patterns and the drying process

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following experiences are just a taste of what we have prepared especially for you.

Museum Kimchikan

Discover all things kimchi at the Museum Kimchikan and learn how to make the popular fermented dish during a hands-on class.

Private Musical Performance

Delve into Korean culture as you delight in a private performance of traditional music and try your hand at playing the unique instruments under the guidance of the expert musicians.

Farm equipment and jangdokdae(jars) and flower pot in front of Korean old house

Korean Folk Village Workshop

Spend time at Yongin’s Korean Folk Village, the largest of its kind in Korea, and take part in a hands-on workshop. Perhaps you’ll learn about traditional dyeing and dye your own handkerchief, or learn how to create traditional straw shoes.

The scene of boiled the paper mulberry making Hanji, Hanji is a Korean traditional paper.
korean handmade paper  Hanji

Hanji Paper Crafting Experience

Enjoy a visit to the Hanji Culture and Industry Center, dedicated to the hanji paper which has been produced in Jeonju for more than 1000 years. Delight in a crafting class, learning how to create the traditional, multi-purpose paper including imprinting patterns and the drying process.

Busan marina with yachts, Marina city skyscrapers with reflection on sunset, South Korea
Dongbaek island with Nurimaru APEC House and Gwangan bridge at sunset in Busan,South Korea

Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

Embark on a private, scenic cruise from Haeundae Beach, soaking in the sights at sunset including the Nurimaru APEC House, Busan Cinema Center, Marine City and Gwangan Bridge.

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Cherry Blossom season in South Korea usually lasts from March to mid-April, however due to changeable weather, blooms cannot be guaranteed 

  • Prices include airport transfers and gratuities. Luggage porterage is limited, as it is not commonly available in South Korea 

  • Prices are for land/rail only. International Flights are not included unless specified 

  • Explore More - Why not continue your holiday in Japan? Explore the wonders of Japan and combine the two tours into one on the Cultural Wonders of Japan and South Korea trip. Refer Tour Code: JAS26 

  • Tickets to the DMZ are limited, and although every effort to secure these are made, should this not be possible then instead a ride on the DMZ gondola and a visit to the Odusan Unification Observatory are included 

  • Flights should arrive in Seoul before 12.00 noon on Day 1

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