KOREA PACKAGE

South Korea, an East Asian nation on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, shares one of the world’s most heavily militarized borders with North Korea. It’s equally known for its green, hilly countryside dotted with cherry trees and centuries-old Buddhist temples, plus its coastal fishing villages, sub-tropical islands and high-tech cities such as Seoul, the capital.

DAYWISE ITINERARY

DAY1

INCHEON ARRIVAL/SEOUL

• Arrival to Inchon Airport/ Transfer to Seoul by private coach (Not Including Air-ticket.)

• Check in Seoul hotel.
• Over Night in Seoul
• No Guide Service

DAY2 – SEOUL

Gyeongbokgung Palace

• Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395, is the largest and most beautiful of the five palaces. Despite being destroyed by fire during the Imjin War, all buildings were restored under King Gojong’s leadership.

 Traditional costume experience

• OPTIONAL: Traditional costume experience – wearing hanbok in the palace From 20$/Pax

 Bukchon Hanok Village

• Bukchon Hanok Village, surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine, is home to hundreds of traditional houses called hanok dating back to the Joseon dynasty. Today, these hanoks serve as cultural centers, guesthouses, restaurants, and tea houses.

 Jogyesa Temple

• The Jogyesa Temple, built in the late 14th century, is the center of Korean Buddhism. Rebuilt in 1910, it was renamed Tegosa Temple in 1936 and established in 1954 to eliminate Japanese influence and revive traditional Buddhism.

 Insa-dong

• This was where antiques and artworks were traded during the olden days of Korea. Today, it is a must-visit area among tourists for its variety of traditional souvenirs and Korean antiques. The small and cozy alleyways are lined with galleries as well as traditional tea houses, pubs and restaurants.

DAY3 SEOUL

Namsangol Hanok Village

• Namsangol Hanok Village, opened in 1998, features five restored Korean houses, a pavilion, a garden, a performance art stage, and a time capsule plaza. It offers a peaceful escape from city life, offering a glimpse into Korea’s traditional life.

 N Seoul Tower by Cable

• Namsan Cable Car provides a panoramic view of downtown Seoul. The cable car has been in operation for over 40 years, taking tourists and residents alike to Namsan Seoul Tower, one of the most representative tourist attractions in the city.

 Cheonggyecheon Stream

• Cheonggyecheon Stream, an 11 km long modern stream in downtown Seoul, was restored during an urban renewal project. It was previously covered with an elevated highway postwar. In 2003, the highway was removed, reviving the stream from its former state.

 Myeong-dong

• Myeong-dong is a major shopping district in Seoul, featuring numerous brand name shops, department stores, and designer brands. It offers clothing, shoes, and accessories, as well as family restaurants, fast food, Korean, Western, and Japanese dining options. The district also features hair salons, banks, and theaters, offering affordable fashion goods at reasonable prices.
• Over Night In Seoul

DAY4 SEOUL/BUSAN

Oryukdo Skywalk

• The old regional name for the area was Seungdumal, as the shape resembles a saddle, and it was originally called Seungduma as well as Jallokgae by residents and women divers. The construction of Oryukdo Skywalk finished on September 12, 2012 at the Seungdumal area, which is regarded as the dividing point between the East Sea and the South Sea, and started operating on October 18, 2013, with the theme of “Walking over the sky.”

Haeundae Beach

• Is the most famous beach in Busan? The white sand beach is roughly 1.5 k m long, over a 30- 50 m wide area, creating a beautiful coastline before a shallow bay, making Haeundae Beach perfect for swimming. Haeundae Beach is also famous for various cultural events and festivals held throughout the year. Other facilities in the area include Dongbaek Island, Busan Aquarium, a yachting dock, BEXCO, driving courses and more.

 Shinsegae Centum City

• Shinsegae Centum City Department Store is registered in the Guinness World Records as the largest shopping complex in the world, offering a full range of entertainment options, from an ice rink to movie theather, golf range, and a spa. Shops include 21 designer brands and 622 famous brands. Opened as the first department store in Korea, Shinsegae reflects decades of retail experience in this flagship location. Globally renowned experts such as Italian architect Claudio Silvestrin and an American architecture and design firm Callison completed Centum City under the concept of a “golden sea”. The department store has emerged as a defining landmark in Busan.

DAY5 BUSAN

Gamcheon Culture Village

• Is formed by houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning this village the nickname “Machu Picchu of Busan.” Many alleys that cut through this community are vibrantly decorated with murals and sculptures created by the residents.

 Jagalchi Market

• Is Korea’s largest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish. Most of the people who sell fish are women, so the vendors here are called Jagalchi Ajumma, “ajumma” meaning middleaged or married woman in Korean. This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. Visitors can eat fresh raw fish right at the market. Even nowadays visitors can see women selling mackerel, sea squirts (ascidians) and whale meat on wooden boxes along the road outside of the market and along the shore.

 Gukje 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. To the market’s right is an alleyway lined with charity stores, and to the left is Kkangtong Market.

 BIFF Square & Street

• Busan’s modern movie district was originally little more than a pair of cinemas that were built following Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule over half a century ago. However, major renovations took place ahead of the first Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), and the newly transformed district was named BIFF Square on August 14, 1996.

 jeonpo cafe street

• The street is located about a 10-minute walk from Seomyeon Metro station and you could spend at least 30 minutes here and even longer if you find a cafe you enjoy. The street has a variety of cafe for one’s taste, and it’s within walking distance from a subway station.

 DAY6 BUSAN/ SEOUL

Songpa Naru Park

• Songpa Naru Park, also commonly referred to as Seokchonhosu Lake, is a citizen park in Seoul with a jogging course and walking trails. It has two lakes with Songpa-daero Boulevard running in between. Originally, a branch of the Hangang River ran through the site, forming one large lake, but the lake was divided into two with the construction of Songpa-daero Boulevard. The total size of the two lakes is 217,850 ㎡, and they hold about 737 tons of water. The depth of the lakes is 4-5 meters.

 Lotte World Shopping Mall

• Lotte World Shopping Mall has various attractions and entertainment facilities including Lotte World, Lotte World Folk Museum, indoor ice rink, indoor swimming pool, bowling alley, sports center and more. The shopping mall also has a department store and Lotte Mart, providing visitors with leisure and shopping all in one place.

 Starfield COEX Mall

• Starfield COEX Mall, located at the center of Seoul, leads in trend and culture. Combining fashion, food, culture and entertainment, the mall provides everything the visitors need. The Starfield Library offers a space to rest and entertainment with books.

DAY 7 SEOUL

• Hotel Check-Out / Transfer to Seoul by KTX
• Transfer to ICN International AirPort
• Departure from Korea
• No Guide Service
• (Not Including Air-ticket.)