Overview
This 5-day, 4-night private tour begins with a highlights tour of Busan, including a delicious street food tasting experience. From there, you’ll travel through several charming cities, including visits to the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Gyeongju, a scenic cable car ride in Tongyeong, the beautiful Oedo Botania and Haegeumgang, the Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve with the National Garden, the lush green fields of the Boseong Tea Plantation, and finally, a highlight tour of Seoul.
Throughout the journey, our professional English-speaking tour guide will ensure you truly appreciate Korea’s stunning landscapes and rich culture. This is a fully customizable private tour—you’re free to adjust your itinerary to suit your interests and make the most of your time. Just let your guide know what you’d like to see! They’ll also be happy to recommend the best local restaurants.
What’s Included in Your Tour Package
- 6 Nights Accommodation in 4- or 5-star hotels (twin room sharing basis for two guests)
- Private Transportation by comfortable Mini Van (MPV)
- All Transportation Costs, including tolls, parking fees, and fuel
- Professional English-Speaking Tour Guide & Driver
- Complimentary Bottled Water, daily
- Daily Photo Service to capture memorable moments
- Entrance Fees to attractions listed in the itinerary
- Airport Transfer Service from your hotel in Seoul to Incheon International Airport
- Street Food Tasting at Busan Market
- Traditional Tea Experience
- High-Speed KTX Train from Gwangju to Seoul (Economy Class, Yongsan Station arrival)
- Wi-Fi Service throughout the tour
Meals Included
- 5 Dinners
- 5 Lunches
- 4 Breakfasts
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Destination
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Departure
Busan/Seoul -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat and light jacket.
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Day 1: BUSAN Highlight Tour with Food tasting
1. Gamcheon Culture Village
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Busan. The first stop is Gamcheon Culture Village, which is known for its colorful houses built on a hillside. Once a settlement for war refugees, it was transformed into a vibrant art village with murals and sculptures in the 2000s. It’s now nicknamed the “Machu Picchu of Busan.”
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
2. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Unlike most Korean temples in the mountains, this one sits beautifully by the sea. Highlights include the main sanctuary, coastal views, 108 steps, lion statues, and a cave sanctum.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Free Admission
3. Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk
Enjoy a thrilling walk over the ocean on a glass skywalk shaped like a blue dragon. At 72.5 meters long and 20 meters high, it offers spectacular sea views beneath your feet.
🕒 Duration: 30 minutes • 🎟 Admission Included
4. UN Memorial Cemetery
This peaceful cemetery is the only United Nations cemetery in the world. It honors the 2,300 UN soldiers who lost their lives during the Korean War.
🕒 Duration: 30 minutes • 🎟 Free Admission
5. Busan Tower
Visit one of Busan’s iconic landmarks. From the top, enjoy panoramic 360-degree views of the city skyline.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
6. Bupyeong Kkangtong Market
Explore one of Busan’s oldest and most historic markets. Once famous for selling U.S. military canned goods, it’s still bustling with energy and full of local flavor and street food.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Free Admission
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Day 2: GYEONGJU UNESCO World Heritage Tour
1. Seokguram Grotto
Located on Tohamsan Mountain, Seokguram is Korea’s most famous stone temple. This 1,200-year-old grotto is known for its excellent preservation, which is made possible by its clever design, which naturally controls moisture and airflow.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
2. Bulguksa Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bulguksa is a historic temple from the Silla Dynasty. Visitors can admire its impressive stonework, including beautiful stairways, bridges, and pagodas that showcase the craftsmanship of ancient Korea.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
3. Cheomseongdae Observatory
Asia’s oldest surviving observatory, Cheomseongdae, was built during Queen Seondeok’s reign. This cylindrical stone tower was used to study the stars and predict the weather, and remains a symbol of Korea’s scientific heritage.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
4. Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
Once a royal palace for the Crown Prince, this site was used for important events and state banquets. The scenic pond and historic ruins offer a glimpse into the elegance of ancient royal life.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
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Day 3: Tongyeong + Oedo-Botania Island
1. Tongyeong Cable Car & Skywalk
Ride Korea’s longest cable car to the top of Mireuksan Mountain (461m). Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the sea and surrounding islands. Then, walk along the glass-floored Skywalk for a thrilling experience.
🕒 Duration: 2 hours • 🎟 Admission Included
2. Oedo Botania
Take a short ferry ride to Oedo Island, a stunning marine botanical garden with European-style landscaping, sculptures, and vibrant flower gardens. A peaceful and beautiful escape.
🕒 Duration: 2 hours • 🎟 Admission Included
3. Haegeumgang Theme Park
Visit Haegeumgang, known as the “Sea Diamond.” This rocky island in the Hallyeo Marine National Park is famous for its dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and scenic sunrise/sunset views.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
4. Dongpirang Mural Village
Explore this colorful hillside village decorated with murals by local artists. Originally set for demolition, it was transformed into a popular cultural attraction through community effort.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Free Admission
5. Yi Sun-Shin Park
A peaceful park honoring Admiral Yi Sun-Sin, a national hero. Enjoy coastal views, sculptures, and a 17-meter-tall statue of the admiral overlooking the sea. Great photo spots and walking paths.
🕒 Duration: 30 minutes • 🎟 Free Admission
6. Tongyeong Jungang Market
A bustling market near the coast offering fresh seafood, local snacks, and unique souvenirs like mother-of-pearl crafts. Don’t miss trying Tongyeong’s famous Chungmu gimbap and honey bread!
🕒 Duration: 30 minutes • 🎟 Free Admission
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Day 4: BOSEONG Green Tea Plantation
1. Suncheon Bay National Garden
Depart from your hotel and travel to Suncheon Bay Garden (approx. 1 hour 40 min). Created for the 2013 International Garden Expo, this massive garden is Korea’s top garden attraction. Must-see areas include the Lake Garden, Dream Bridge, Dutch Garden, and Korean Traditional Garden. Don’t forget to check out the gift shop for unique souvenirs!
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
2. Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve
One of Korea’s most beautiful natural spots, this wetland reserve is perfect for a peaceful walk among tall reeds. Enjoy wooden walking paths, scenic views, and wildlife watching. Visit the Eco-Museum, Yongsan Observatory, and local craft shops for more experiences.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
3. Boseong Green Tea Fields (Daehan Dawon)
Travel to Boseong (approx. 1 hour), Korea’s largest green tea producer. Explore the lush tea fields that appear in many Korean dramas. At the Daehan Dawon Plantation, enjoy stunning views and learn about tea-making through fun hands-on activities like tea leaf picking and sampling green tea snacks.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
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Day 5: SEOUL Highlight Tour
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace
Visit the Joseon Dynasty's largest and most iconic royal palace, built in 1395. Watch the royal guard changing ceremony before exploring the palace grounds and its traditional architecture.
🕒 Duration: 2 hours • 🎟 Admission Included
2. Insadong
A vibrant street filled with traditional shops, art galleries, teahouses, and cafes. It’s the perfect place to experience Korean culture and art.
✅ Includes a stop at a traditional Korean tea house.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
3. Bukchon Hanok Village
Walk through a charming neighborhood of traditional Korean houses (hanok) dating back to the Joseon Dynasty. The narrow alleys and hillside views make it a peaceful, scenic stop.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Free Admission
4. Jongmyo Shrine
A UNESCO site and the main royal shrine during the Joseon Dynasty. It’s known for its solemn atmosphere and the world's oldest royal memorial ceremony.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
5. Gwangjang Market
Explore Korea’s oldest traditional market. Famous for local street foods like mung bean pancakes, octopus tartare, and more. A great place to try authentic Korean flavors.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Free Admission
6. N Seoul Tower
Enjoy a panoramic view of Seoul from the top of this famous tower on Namsan Mountain. Highlights include the 'Locks of Love' and traditional signal mounds.
🕒 Duration: 1 hour • 🎟 Admission Included
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