It takes 30 minutes.
Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.
The National Palace Museum of Korea is located outside of Heungnyemun Gate, and the National Folk Museum is located on the eastern side of Hyangwonjeong Pavillion.
In ancient times, the royal guards of Joseon Dynasty performed the given task by guarding the Gwanghwamun Gate, the entrance of Gyeongbokgung Palace where the king ruled the country.
Since 1469, the ceremony has taken place and its record has been consulted for the present reenactment ceremony.
The National Folk Museum of Korea is located within Gyeongbokgung Palace, and it showcases historical artifacts used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the exhibitions, visitors can learn about various aspects of Korean culture, including domestic life, agricultural practices, and cultural beliefs.
In addition to the exhibitions, the museum also features a library, a souvenir shop, and other auxiliary facilities to enhance the visitor experience.
Known as the ‘miraculous medicine,’ Ginseng is Korea’s representative medicinal crop. Ginseng is used as a way to recover health, strengthen the body, and calm the mind.
This is a place where you can purchase products related to Korean ginseng.
Namsan Seoul Tower was the first multipurpose tower to be established in Korea, effectively incorporating a sightseeing observatory to a broadcasting tower. Namsan Seoul Tower has served as an iconic landmark of Korea and a representative tourist attraction. The tower’s observatory offers an unobstructed view of the whole city, allowing it to become one of the all-time favorite attractions of Seoul citizens as well as domestic and international tourists.
It takes 2 hours 30 minutes.
Move to Busan by bullet train (KTX)
Busan,2nd largest city with a biggest port in Korea, located at the mouth of the Nakdong river in south of Korea.
Jagalchi Market, located on the shoreside road in Busan’s Jung-gu, is Korea’s largest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish.
Busan International Film Festival (BIFF sqaure) has been remade into a cultural tourist attraction promoting the advancement of Korea’s film industry,
BIFF Square has contributed to Busan’s newfound status as an international cultural tourist city. In recent years, the square has grown into a more complex area, featuring not only movie theaters but also shops and leisure facilities, attracting growing numbers of young visitors and tourists.
Haeundae Beach is the most famous beach in Korea as well as in Busan. People flock to Haeundae Beach every summer. It is a perfect summer vacation spot. Haeundae Beach is also famous for various cultural events and festivals held throughout the year. Other facilities in the area include Dongbaekseom Island, Busan Aquarium, a yachting dock, BEXCO, driving courses, and more. Dongbaek Park is Located near the south end of Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island was designated as a park in September 1, 1966. The island is full of Camellia flower and pine trees and is connected to the main land by a bridge.
It takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Seokguram grotto was constructed during the Silla Dynasty. It is hailed as the pinnacle of Silla Buddhist art, showcasing the remarkable achievements of that era. The statue of Buddha in Seokguram grotto embodies the harmonious fusion of architecture, craftsmanship, geometry, religion, and art. In December 1995, it was jointly inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site along with Bulguksa Temple.
Bulguksa Temple is a representative relic of Buddhist culture from the Silla Kingdom. The temple currently houses seven national treasures and numerous other important heritage items. The temple’s beauty and the artistic value of its stone relics are so breathtaking and captivating that they garner high praise from visitors worldwide.
It takes 2 hour 30 minutes.
Hahoe Village is one of the most famous folk villages in Korea, which has preserved the housing architecture and the village structure of the Joseon Dynasty. Moreover, the village was naturally formed with people who actually live there. Hahoe Village boasts exquisite scenic sights: the elegant Nakdong River flowing around the village. Hahoe Village, along with Yangdong Village in Gyeongju, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List under the category of “Historic Villages in Korea” on July 31, 2010.
It takes 2 hour 30 minutes.
As the main venue for the Pyeonchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games, Alpensia Resort has recently been the subject of buzz across the nation and within the international sports community. Visitors are able to enjoy the wide-open view of the beautiful scenery.
It takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Jumunjin Hyangho Beach is located in Jumunjin Hyangho-ri, Gangneung. It is a popular hot spot that attracts many domestic and international tourists as it was the shooting location for BTS album jackets. It is a beach where surfing lessons and parties are available, making it popular among young people.
Seoraksan National Park, the peaks of the Seoraksan Mountains break through the clouds while jade-like water flows through the valleys, creating breathtaking views and making this Korea’s most famous national park. Due to the many rare species found here, UNESCO designated this national park a Biosphere Preservation District in 1982.
*Seorak Cable Car (Optional for cable car USD20pp)
The ideal way to comfortably appreciate the magnificent landscape of Seoraksan Mountain is using the Seorak Cable Car. The cable car boarding station is located in the Small Park of Seoraksan National Park. It takes about 10 min to get to the Gwongeumseong Fortress (700m above sea level) by the cable car.
* During the peak season in October, Seoraksan National Park will restrict entry for buses and medium-sized buses. Therefore, the bus must park at C District Square, and you must walk 3.6km from C District Square to the entrance. So please be aware that we might not be able to visit Seoraksan National Park for this tour.
It takes 3 hour 30 minutes.
The location for arrival: The Donghwa Duty Free Shop Building.
Estimated Arrival Time: 17:00
Transfer to Incheon Airport according to your flight schedule. Pick up 4 hours before your flight to transfer to Incheon Airport.