11 Days Korea Grand Panorama Collection
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SIGNATURE SOUTH KOREA DISCOVERY
11 Days of Culture, Coastlines & Timeless Traditions
DAY 1 | Arrival in Seoul
Welcome to South Korea! Upon arrival at Incheon International Airport (인천국제공항), you’ll be warmly greeted by your tour guide or driver and transferred comfortably to your hotel in Seoul. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your international journey or enjoy a gentle evening stroll nearby. Overnight in Seoul at Novotel Ambassador Dongdaemun (노보텔 앰배서더 동대문).
Meals: Dinner at leisure
DAY 2 | Seoul to Jeonju – Korea’s Cultural Heart
After meeting your dedicated guide in the hotel lobby, we journey south to Jeonju (전주), widely known as Korea’s culinary and cultural capital. Our first stop is Pungnammun Gate (풍남문), the beautifully preserved remnant of Jeonju’s old city wall. We then visit Jeondong Cathedral (전동성당), an elegant Romanesque church built on a site deeply significant to Korea’s early Catholic history. At Gyeonggijeon Shrine (경기전), you’ll discover the royal portrait of King Taejo, founder of the Joseon Dynasty, before strolling through Jeonju Hanok Village (전주한옥마을), home to over 700 traditional Korean houses. We conclude the day exploring Nambu Market (남부시장), where locals gather for authentic regional dishes and vibrant street food culture. Tonight, enjoy a traditional-style stay at Wangui Jimil Royal Hanok Hotel (왕의지밀 한옥호텔).
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 3 | Boseong Tea Fields & Yeosu Coastline
Today we travel through Korea’s scenic southern countryside. In Boseong (보성), you’ll walk among the rolling green tea plantations of Boseong Green Tea Fields (보성 녹차밭), blanketing the hills in emerald shades. Continuing to Suncheonman National Garden (순천만국가정원) in Suncheon (순천), we explore beautifully curated gardens blending global design with Korean ecological beauty. By afternoon we arrive in Yeosu (여수), where a ride on the Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (여수해상케이블카) offers sweeping ocean views. A leisurely walk on Odongdo Island (오동도) provides fresh sea air and coastal scenery before visiting Yi Sun-sin Square (이순신광장), honoring Korea’s legendary admiral. As evening falls, experience the lively charm of Romantic Pocha Street (낭만포차거리). Overnight at Hidden Bay Hotel (히든베이호텔) overlooking the southern sea.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 4 | Island Gardens & Arrival in Busan
Our scenic coastal drive includes views of Gwangyang Steelworks (광양제철소) before pausing at Songrim Park (송림공원) along the Seomjin River. We then board a cruise near Haegeumgang (해금강 유람선), where dramatic sea cliffs and rock formations create stunning scenery. On Oedo Botania (외도 보타니아), a Mediterranean-style botanical garden set on a private island, you’ll enjoy manicured terraces and panoramic sea views. Crossing the impressive Geoga Bridge (거가대교) connecting Geoje Island and Busan, we arrive in Busan (부산). Overnight at The Westin Josun Busan (웨스틴 조선 부산) overlooking Haeundae Beach.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 5 | Discovering Busan
Busan offers a dynamic blend of tradition and modern coastal life. We begin at Gukje Market (국제시장) and BIFF Square (BIFF 광장), lively districts filled with local flavor and cinematic history. At Jagalchi Fish Market (자갈치시장), Korea’s largest seafood market, you’ll experience authentic coastal culture. Later, we stroll along Haeundae Beach (해운대해수욕장) and visit Nurimaru APEC House (누리마루 APEC 하우스) on Dongbaek Island. A relaxing ride on the Haeundae Blue Line Park Beach Train (해운대 블루라인파크) provides panoramic ocean views.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 6 | Busan to Ulsan – Cliffs & Gardens
We begin with the Songdo Maritime Cable Car (송도해상케이블카) and a walk along the Songdo Skywalk (송도구름산책로) extending above the sea. Continuing to Daewangam Park (대왕암공원) in Ulsan (울산), we explore dramatic coastal cliffs framed by pine forests. At Taehwagang National Garden (태화강국가정원), a peaceful bamboo forest trail offers a refreshing contrast to the coastline. Overnight at Mercure Ambassador Ulsan (머큐어 앰배서더 울산).
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 7 | Ancient Gyeongju – The Golden Kingdom
Today we explore Gyeongju (경주), ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom. At Cheomseongdae Observatory (첨성대), you’ll see the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in East Asia. Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (동궁과 월지) provide an elegant glimpse into royal leisure life. The Gyeongju National Museum (국립경주박물관) showcases priceless Silla gold artifacts, and Bulguksa Temple (불국사), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as one of Korea’s most treasured Buddhist temples. Overnight in Gumi (구미) at Geumosan Hotel (금오산호텔).
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 8 | Confucian Heritage & Mountain Lakes
We visit Chaemijeong Pavilion (채미정) and scenic Geumoji Lake (금오지) before traveling to Hahoe Folk Village (하회마을) in Andong (안동), a UNESCO-listed village preserving centuries of Confucian tradition. Later, enjoy a relaxing cruise on Chungju Lake (충주호 유람선) near Danyang (단양), surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs. Overnight at Yongpyong Resort (용평리조트) in Pyeongchang (평창).
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 9 | Seoraksan to Jeju Island
In Gangneung (강릉), we visit Gyeongpo Lake and Pavilion (경포호 & 경포대) overlooking the East Sea, followed by Gyeongpo Beach (경포해변). At Seoraksan National Park (설악산국립공원), Korea’s most iconic mountain landscape, granite peaks rise dramatically above forested valleys. We pause at Sinheungsa Temple (신흥사) before transferring to Gimpo Airport (김포공항) for our flight to Jeju Island (제주도), where a local guide welcomes us. Overnight at Jeju Shinhwa World – Landing Resort (제주 신화월드 랜딩리조트).
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 10 | Jeju’s Volcanic Wonders
Jeju’s unique volcanic landscape unfolds today. We begin at Cheonjiyeon Waterfall (천지연폭포), surrounded by lush greenery, followed by Jusangjeolli Cliff (주상절리대), famous for its hexagonal basalt columns. Oedolgae Rock (외돌개) rises dramatically from the sea, and a cruise from Seogwipo (서귀포 유람선) offers sweeping coastal views. A scenic walk along Olle Trail – Seopjikoji (올레길 2코스 섭지코지) reveals windswept cliffs and ocean horizons before concluding at Bijarim Forest (비자림숲), home to centuries-old nutmeg trees.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch & Dinner at leisure
DAY 11 | Farewell to Korea
On our final morning, we visit Camellia Hill (카멜리아힐), a beautifully landscaped botanical garden, and stop at Mysterious Road (도깨비도로), where vehicles appear to roll uphill due to a fascinating optical illusion. After lunch, we transfer to Jeju Airport (제주공항) for our flight back to Seoul, where the tour concludes.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch at leisure
- Accommodation at listed hotels (or similar class) based on twin/double occupancy
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary
- English-speaking professional driving guide throughout the tour
- Private deluxe motorcoach transportation
- Domestic airfare: Seoul (GMP) – Jeju – Seoul
- All applicable local taxes and service charges
- Luggage handling (1 suitcase per person at hotels)
- Toll fees, parking fees, and fuel surcharge
- Government taxes (VAT)
- International airfare
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Personal expenses (laundry, beverages, minibar, etc.)
- Optional tours or activities
- Guide and driver gratuities (recommended: USD $10–15 per person per day)
- Single room supplement: USD 850 per person
- Seasonal Surcharges
- May 3 – $100 per person
- May 24 – $100 per person
- July 17 – August 17 – $250 per person (Summer High Season)
- October 4 – $100 per person
- December 24–25 – $250 per person
- December 29–31 – $250 per person
- No tours will operate on September 20 due to the Chuseok holiday
- Important Notes
- Hotel upgrades available upon request (subject to availability and price adjustment).
- Domestic airfare subject to schedule changes and seat availability.
- Tour itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or local conditions.
- Minimum number (4) of participants may apply.
Discover South Korea – A Journey Through Timeless Beauty, Culture & Coastal Elegance
South Korea is a country where ancient palaces stand beside glittering skylines, where mist-covered mountains meet dramatic coastlines, and where centuries-old traditions continue to shape everyday life. This carefully curated 11-day journey invites you to experience the very best of Korea — not just as a visitor, but as an engaged traveler immersed in its landscapes, heritage, and refined modern spirit.
From the moment you arrive in Seoul, a city that seamlessly blends royal history with contemporary sophistication, you will sense the dynamic energy that defines Korea today. Yet beyond the capital lies an even richer tapestry of experiences. In Jeonju, the cultural heart of the nation, you will stroll through traditional hanok villages and discover the birthplace of Korea’s most celebrated cuisine. In Boseong, endless green tea fields roll across gentle hills, offering serene beauty that feels almost cinematic. Along the southern coast in Yeosu and Busan, cable cars glide over sparkling waters, island gardens bloom above the sea, and fresh ocean air carries the rhythms of coastal life.
This journey is thoughtfully designed to reveal Korea’s diverse personality. You will cruise past dramatic sea cliffs, walk through bamboo forests, and stand in temples that have inspired reflection for over a thousand years. In Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, golden treasures and UNESCO World Heritage sites bring Korea’s royal past vividly to life. In the mountains of Seoraksan, granite peaks rise above forested valleys, offering some of the most breathtaking scenery in East Asia.
And then comes Jeju Island — a place unlike anywhere else in Korea. Shaped by volcanic forces, Jeju offers waterfalls cascading into emerald pools, dramatic basalt cliffs carved by ancient lava flows, windswept coastal trails, and peaceful forests that invite quiet wonder. It is here that nature feels both powerful and intimate, creating the perfect finale to your Korean adventure.
Throughout the journey, you will enjoy carefully selected hotels, comfortable transportation, and the insight of experienced English-speaking guides who bring each destination to life with context and storytelling. The pace is balanced — immersive yet relaxed — allowing you time to appreciate both iconic landmarks and authentic local moments.
This is more than a sightseeing tour. It is an invitation to experience Korea’s harmony of tradition and innovation, mountain and sea, spirituality and vitality. Whether you are drawn by history, cuisine, scenic beauty, or cultural discovery, this journey offers a rich and rewarding introduction to one of Asia’s most captivating destinations.
South Korea awaits — vibrant, welcoming, and ready to surprise you at every turn.
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