Travelpack

Highlights: Seoul - Gyeongju - Busan

Hotels Featured:
➤ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong 4*
➤HanokInn 4*
➤Lotte Hotel Busan 5*

Itinerary
Wed 05 Nov 25: Incheon
➤Flights from Heathrow Airport to Seoul Incheon Airport Via Abu Dhabi International Airport

Thu 06 Nov 25: Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
➤Private Transfer Airport to Hotel
➤Stay at Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong for 4 Nights

Thu 06 Nov 25: Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie
➤Experience the enchanting night view of Changgyeonggung Palace, with its stunning architecture and illuminated gardens. Feel the serenity of Jogyesa Temple as vibrant lanterns light up the sacred grounds. Indulge in the delicious flavors of traditional Korean street food at Gwangjang Market's lively food section. Admire the illuminated Changgyeonggung Palace under the starry sky. Explore the grandeur and history of this Joseon Dynasty gem.
Night Market.
with traditional pancakes.
in Jogyesa Temple's tranquil ambiance.
riches: Dive into the treasure trove of culture and art in Insadong.
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions :
- English Special VIP Guide
- Twisted Donut (Skip Line)
- Traditional Korean pancakes, rice wine, and Chopped live octopus, Raw beef
- All Entrance Fees
What to Expect :
Pass By Daehakno
Daehakro is a major arts & culture street in Korea with some 150 theaters clustered in the area. Stretching for about 1.6km from Jongno 5-ga in Jongno-gu to the Hyehwa-dong Rotary, Daehakro has designated a cultural zone operated as a no-cars zone on weekends. You can visit many historically and culturally popular sites such as Marronnier Park and Naksan Park, or see and taste the latest trends at the various eateries and shopping facilities. Changgyeonggung Palace while feeling the youthful energy of Daehakro, which is lively even late at night.
Admission Ticket Free
Changgyeonggung Palace
Changgyeonggung Palace has the most beautiful night view among Korean palaces. And why does Changgyeonggung have the saddest story of all palaces in Korea? Listen to the hidden stories with the wonderful night view!
30 mins - Admission Ticket Included
Kwangjang Market
From sipping on the iconic Makgeolli (Korean rice wine) to savoring the delightful Jeon (savory pancakes), every moment spent here offers an extraordinary gastronomic adventure.
a standout dish famously featured in the movie "Old Boy".
Its unique texture and fresh taste create a culinary experience that is both exciting and memorable. Tasting the live octopus offered at the market is a personal choice. types of traditional Korean street food, each one a crowd-pleaser at Gwangjang Market. These are not your typical fast food; each dish has a story, and every bite is a piece of Korean culture. complete without trying the popular Kkwabaegi (twisted Korean donuts). These sweet treats are so popular that
people line up to get their hands on them. But with our insider tips, you can skip the line and dive straight into this sweet indulgence.
1 hour - Admission Ticket Included
Pass By Jongno 3 Stalls Alley
Korea's cart bar, pojangmacha!
in Korean dramas!
Drama as you pass through Pojangmacha Street!
Admission Ticket Free
Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
Ikseon-dong was a place where Korean artists gathered to escape the discrimination of government and other people. Nowadays it has developed a lot, but you can see a place where the pain and memories of sexual minorities who were discriminated against in the past and many unfortunate artists are preserved!
30 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Insadong
Did you know there are not many English signs in Insadong?
Even Starbucks is written in Korean! Listen to the development process of old merchants in Insa-dong as you walk along the beautiful night streets!
20 mins - Admission Ticket Included
Jogyesa Temple
How did Korean people come to believe in Buddhism? Enjoy the story of Korean Buddhism and beautifully shining lanterns!
20 mins - Admission Ticket Free

Sat 08 Nov 25: DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Bridge
➤This tour will take you from Seoul to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) which is a very unique, educational, and contemporary historical place. will visit Gloucester Hill Battle Memorial and Gamaksan Suspension Bridge which was a fierce battlefield during the Korean War and now turned into beautiful places where you can see the beauty of Korean nature at the top. Park and the vehicle will take you to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel. After seeing the 3rd Tunnel, you will watch a brief film at the DMZ Exhibition Hall to get more information on the Korean Peninsula. Observatory to see North Korea over telescope. pass the Unification Village, on the way to go back to the entrance then go to Gloucester Hill & Gamaksan Suspension Bridge.
Duration: 8 hours to 9 hours
Inclusions :
- Professional guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pickup (at limited places on the list)
What to Expect :
DMZ
The DMZ is a unique area where you can observe one country being divided into two. 3rd Tunnel, DMZ Exhibition Hall, Dora observatory, and Unification Village. peace in Korea and learn about their history and future. 2 hours,
10 mins - Admission Ticket Included
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
You can see the Freedom Bridge, the Monument of Soldiers, the Bell of Peace, and an old steam locomotive that shows the extremity of the tragedy that was the Korean War.
1 hour, 30 mins - Admission Ticket Free
The Third Tunnel
North Korean Army was built to infiltrate South Korea in the 1970s.
You will walk down the tunnel (about 500m) wearing a safety helmet. around the DMZ Exhibition Hall which shows the Korean War, and old weapons and you can watch a short film about Korea's history and other information about Korea.
50 mins - Admission Ticket Included
Dora Observatory
The highlight spot in DMZ is Dora Observatory where you can see North Korea's propaganda village through onsite telescopes.
30 mins - Admission Ticket Included
Gloster Hill Memorial Park
[Option 1]
the Gloucestershire Regiment (the Glorious Glosters) was ordered to "Hold on where you are", which is remembered as "Gloster Hill". Gloucester Hill beside the Seolmacheon stream. memorial garden on the east side of the stream containing a large sculpture of the Gloucester's beret, a set of life-sized Gloucester soldiers patrolling away from the Imjin River, and a memorial wall. The stream is crossed by Gloucester Bridge and a path leads round to a flight of steps that takes you to the memorial stones set into a wall built into the side of the hill. original memorial still shows the crest of the United Nations, the badges of the Gloucestershire Regiment, and of the Royal Artillery Koreans. According to Lee In-jae, the mayor of Paju who raised money among local citizens to expand the park,
"Freedom is not free it is earned with blood".
1 hour - Admission Ticket Free
Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
[Option 1]
kilometers away from the Gloucester Hill Memorial is a rope bridge known as The Gloucester Heroes Bridge. The insignia of the regiment is also on a marble effect wall towards the beginning/end of the bridge, depending on which side the walk is started. is one of the longest suspension bridges in Korea at 180 meters in length. It was a fierce battlefield during the Korean War. After a short hike (15min), you will reach the great viewpoint at the mountain Gamaksan which is in the list in the list of BEST 100 Mountains in Korea, rises 675 meters above sea level and is oft described as the closest mountain to the DMZ but it is probably the most popular one to hike near the DMZ. once you climb up to the peak, you will be able to see the Imjingang River and Songaksan Mountain in Gaesong.
1 hour, 30 mins - Admission Ticket Included

Sun 09 Nov 25: Nami Island with The Garden of Morning Calm
➤Visit two sites in one day. Lay back and enjoy the beautiful scenery near Seoul. tree-lined roads, you can enjoy the island by walking at your own pace or rent a bike and cycle around. The island is full of attractive landscapes and was used as the filming location for the famous Korean drama Winter Sonata. Garden of Morning Calm: Enjoy a stroll at the oldest private garden in Korea. This garden has attracted an array of families, friends, couples, and photographers frequently to explore the variety of festivals held throughout the year. applied with a late departure in order to enjoy the light festival in the Garden of Morning Calm ** 2/28, the tour will have the chance to stop by Eobi Ice Valley, the popular photo spot in the area. The itinerary & visiting hours of attractions may change accordingly.
Duration: 10 hours to 11 hours
Inclusions :
- Transport by air-conditioned coach/minivan
- Admission tickets
- English and Chinese-speaking staff
What to Expect :
Nami Island
Nami Island: Famous for its beautiful tree-lined roads, you can enjoy the island by walking at your own pace or renting a bike and cycling around. The island is full of attractive landscapes and was used as the filming location for the famous Korean drama Winter Sonata.
4 hours - Admission Ticket Included
The Garden of Morning Calm
The Garden of Morning Calm: Enjoy a stroll at the oldest private garden in Korea. This garden has attracted an array of families, friends, couples, and photographers frequently to explore the variety of festivals held throughout the year.
2 hours - Admission Ticket Included

Mon 10 Nov 25: Seoul Station to Gyeongju Station Bullet Train
➤APPROX TIMES - FIRM WILL BE RECEIVED 30 DAYS BEFORE TRAVEL
09:58 Seoul Station
2h12m
12:10 Gyeongju station
1ST Class Ticket
Bullet train
Train #021 KTX
Non Refundable
Stay at HanokInn for 2 Nights

Tue 11 Nov 25: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Sites and History with Lunch (Shared Tour)
➤During this 8-hour small group tour, your dedicated guide and driver will take you around the beautiful city of Gyeongju. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, Bulguk Temple and Seokguram Grotto, as well as other important historic places. This tour also includes lunch, entrance fees, and transportation.
operate; if this requirement is not met the tour may be cancelled.
Duration: 8 hours
Inclusions :
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What to Expect :
Cheomseongdae Observatory
Cheomseongdae is the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia. Seon-deok (632-647), was used for observing the stars in order to forecast the weather. This stone structure is a beautiful combination of straight lines and curves, and was designated as National Treasure No.31 on December 20th,
1962. stones 30cm in diameter. 362 stones were piled up to make 27 levels. Roughly 4.16m up from the bottom there is a 1 square entrance and a space to hang a ladder under it. is filled with soil up to the 12th level, and the 19th, 20th, 25th, and 26th levels all have long rocks hanging on two areas, shaped as the Chinese letter '' (Jeong). stands 9.17m high and the base stone on each side measures 5.35m.
Solstice, Summer Solstice, and the 24 solar terms (also known as the astronomical solar year) were determined by the observation of stars. The pavilion stone is believed to have been used as a standard for deciding directions, north, south, east, and west. The 362 stones used to build Cheomseongdae represented the 362 days in a lunar year.
30 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
According to the historical records of Samguk-Sagi, Wolji Pond was built during the 14th year of King Munmu (r. 661-681 AD) of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC-935 AD). Small mountains were created inside the palace walls, beautiful flowers were planted, and rare animals were brought in to create an exquisitely exotic garden fit for royalty. The pond was originally built in Wolseung Fortress (built in 101 AD during the Silla period), but the fortress was destroyed and now lies in ruins. revealed large spherical shapes (measuring 200 meters in diameter and 180 meters in height) which indicated that 3 islands had been located in the pond. Thanks to these important findings and existing historical records, Wolji Pond has been restored to nearly its former glory.
royal family's main palace, this structure was used as the crown prince's palace. Imhaejeon is historically the most important building on the property and records often refer to the whole area as Imhaejin. the discovery of several buildings: Hoerang (corridor area) and five towers in the western part of the area. Some sites have been restored while others have been left in their natural state with only the cornerstones poking out from beneath the ground.
1 hour - Admission Ticket Included
Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
Located in Gyeongju-si, Gyeongju Gyochon Village is a hanok village that allows visitors a look inside the life of famous the Choi Clan. Visitors can see the House of the Gyeongju Choi Clan (Important Folklore Material No. 27) and try some Gyeongju Gyodong Beopju Liquor (Important Intangible Cultural Asset No. 86-3) inside the village.
45 mins - Admission Ticket Free
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Large ancient tombs of kings and nobles of the Silla Kingdom can be seen around Gyeongju at the Daereungwon Tomb Complex (Cheonmachong Tomb). There are twenty-three large tombs located here; the most famous being Cheonmachong and Hwangnamdaechong.The The The 
1970s, Cheonmachong was discovered with a painting of a mounted horse. This painting is the only discovered painting from the Silla era. You can also view the inside of Cheonmachong. There are 11,526 remains and royal crowns inside the tomb, demonstrating the lavish lifestyle of the king. Another tourist attraction is Hwangnamdaechong, the largest ancient tomb. It houses the bodies of both the king and queen and has over 30 thousand relics and gold
accessories. that the queen's tomb has more luxurious accessories. Researchers have concluded that even the queen can have a high social position before marriage. You can feel the ancient culture of Korea 1,500 years ago when visiting these tombs.

Wed 12 Nov 25: Gyeongju Station to Busan Station Bullet Train
➤APPROX TIMES - FIRM WILL BE RECEIVED 30 DAYS BEFORE TRAVEL
10:58 Gyeongju station
34m
11:32 Busan Central
1st Class Ticket
Bullet train
Train #121 KTX
Nonrefundable
Stay at Lotte Hotel Busan for 4 Nights

Thu 13 Nov 25: Small Group Busan Highlight Tour with hotel pic

Fri 14 Nov 25: Busan Night Tour Including a Cruise w/ Firework
➤During this 3 4-hour small group tour, your dedicated guide and driver will take you around the beautiful city of Busan. You can enjoy the beautiful views of Busan from a boat, for approximately 1.5 hours. After, your expert guide will take you to Mountain Hwangnyeongsan Observatory, one of the best
sightseeingspotsin Korea. This tour includes all entrance fees and transportation and can also be booked as a private tour. ( 2 passenger minimum even for a private tour ) tour requires a minimum of 2 to operate; if minimum numbers are not met the tour may be canceled or can organize a private tour upon request with extra cost.
not included. Please have dinner before the tour starts
*will be replaced with Night Food Market ( Dinner included ).
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions :
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Small-group tour or Private tour depending on the option selected
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional photographer guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What to Expect :
Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center
Set in the largest marine tourism city in Korea, it is one of Busan's special marine attractions. Cruise excursions with a firework experience, offer a perfect venue for a variety of customer-tailored events. Haeundae Beach has a beautiful 1.8-kilometer-long coastline. Passengers can take in the views of the numerous coastal sites, including Nurimaru APEC House on Dongbaek Island, 49th Square in Suyeong-gu, Namcheon-dong, and Centum City in U-dong, Gwangandaegyo Bridge, the nation's largest marine bridge, Igidae Park, a unique scenery, and Oryukdo Island, designated as Busans National Cultural Heritage Scenic Spot
No. 24, Taejongdae, one of the representative tourism attractions of Busan, features a rocky coastal line with strong waves and forest, and Busandaegyo Bridge, connecting Yeongdo Island and the mainland, Jagalchi Market, the largest fishery market, PIFF Square, and other things to see.
3 hours - Admission Ticket Included
Hwangnyeongsan Mountain
Hwangnyeongsan Mountain is located in the heart of Busan.
With an altitude of 427m, the mountain is the second-highest mountain in the Geumnyeon Mountain Range. The mountain is mostly made up of andesite and the summit is relatively flat. Some parts of the mountain are also characterized by exposed bedrock. ( We will be driving to the top )
1 hour - Admission Ticket Free
Busan Cinema Centre
The "Home of Cinema in Busan" is located within the Centum City Industrial Complex in Haeundae-gu. The hall is 54,335m and the main building is 9 stories high. The hall consists of 3 theaters, "Cine Mountain" is a multi-purpose performance space where you can enjoy movies, musicals, and concerts. 'an Outdoor Performance Space' is where the opening and closing ceremonies of the Busan International Film Festival are held, 'an Outdoor Square' and 'BIFF Hill'
are where BIFF headquarters is located.
30 mins - Admission Ticket Free

Sat 15 Nov 25: Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan
➤## Only for March 11th, the class will start at 10:30 for 3hrs ## For the following dates, you will cook what is listed below. come to 'BAPSANG', you will be my special guest who will have qualified service. My international background gave me to have a good sense of understanding different cultures. No matter which language you speak, it is no problem communicating in class. Busan is the place where you will experience how to cook delicious Korean food and taste the food you cooked on your own small dining table (Traditional dining table: soba or bapsang). you will learn much more about Korean culture. located in Haeundae, Busan which is the most beautiful beach in Korea.
Inclusions :
- Lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
What to Expect :
1. You will wear the Korean traditional apron which the cook
in the palace had worn in history.
2. You will be served a welcome drink.
3. You will taste the Korean main sauces
4. Cooking Time!!!
5. Enjoy the meal you cooked on Bapsang (Korean traditional dining table on the floor): If it is hard to sit down on the floor, you will have a meal on the table with a chair.
6. Enjoy the tea with a simple Korean dessert.
7. Certificate of Participation will be given.
8. Counselling the tour near the area
## Special Cooking Dates: If you book for the below dates, you will cook special Korean dishes which are described.
2024: July 20th, 2024 (SAT): Bulgogi, Kimchi Jjigae, one hidden dish
##Temple food cooking dates: If you book for below dates,
you will cook Korean Vegan/Korean temple dishes ## 2023:
- October 22nd (SUN)

Sun 16 Nov 25: Busan Station to Seoul Station Bullet Train
➤APPROX TIMES - FIRM WILL BE RECEIVED 30 DAYS BEFORE TRAVEL
10:29 Busan Central
2h35m
13:04 Seoul Station
1st Class Ticket
Bullet train
Train #026 KTX
Nonrefundable

Sun 16 Nov 25: Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon
➤Transferring from Seoul City to Incheon Airport is now much easier with our airport transfer services. This van can fit up to 12 pieces of 26-inch luggage.
waiting for you at the airport and send you to your destination by our private van transfer. We can assure you that our van is well-maintained, comfortable and very clean. You can save a lot of time by pre-booking this private transfer and make use of your time efficiently to enjoy Korea more.
Duration: 1 to 2 hrs
Inclusions :
- Private transportation
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Free 30 mins free waiting upon pick-up time
- Fuel surcharge
What to Expect :
Our professional driver will pick you up at your accommodation. With the provided contact no. we will let you know in-advance the pick-up meeting point where our driver will wait for you. Fret not, that our service is not a sharing ride but it is a private transfer. You will have your ride conveniently with your own group. The journey to Incheon Airport might take around 1-2 hours depending on the traffic situation. When making your reservation you need to let us know your flight information and your accommodation or destination address. Due to our tight schedule, you are advised to make a reservation at least 48 hours before arrival day. We will either confirm your booking within 24 hours and will let you know your driver's information at least 24 hours before pick-up day.

Departure: Sun 16 Nov 25

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Terms & Conditions:
➤Based on 2 Adults Sharing

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