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Incheon Seoul |
BUS or VAN |
Upon arriving in Incheon International Airport, self-transfer (airport limousine bus recommended) to the hotel located in downtown Seoul city. Remain free at leisure for the rest of the day. |
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THE PALACE SEOUL HOTEL www.thepalaceseoul.co.kr (T. 82-2-532-5200) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : O |
2Day (FRI) | |||
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Gwangju | BUS or VAN |
08:30 | Meet with our English speaking tour guide at the hotel lobby. After a brief orientation, you’ll be driven down to the city of Jeonju, the capital of North Jeolla Province, an important tourist site famous for Korean cuisine and many historical buildings. Your first sightseeing takes you to the famous Jeonju Hanok Village where you’ll be surrounded by 800 traditional Korean “Hanok” houses. Next we’ll take you to the Gyeonggijeon Shrine. Erected in 1410, the founder of Joseon Dynasty, King Tae-jo and his wife’s mortuary tablets are enshrined here. In the late afternoon, you’ll also visit Jeondong Cathedral. It’s considered as one of the most beautifully designed western-style cathedral in South Korea. Built in 1914, it’s the largest structure in the Jeolla Province. |
HOLIDAY INN GWANGJU www.holidayinngwangju.com (T. 82-62-610-7000) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : O |
3Day (SAT) | |||
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Yeosu | BUS or VAN |
This morning visit Boseong Green Tea Plantation. The lush green, curvy, beautifully lined rows of tea fields tucked between mountains and cedar trees is a breathtaking site for all. It’s a perfect chance to take natural landscape photos. Moving to the city of Suncheon, there’s Suncheonman Bay Ecological Park, where you’ll get to see the Wetlands including swamps, marshes, and bogs, an area of transition connecting the sea and land. It’s also known as “Swirl of Life” or “Lungs of the Earth” because of the rich abundance of life filling the area. Today’s last stop is Odong-do Island in Yeosu city. Originally an island, but now having installed the bulwarks of Yeosu Port all the way to the Island, visitors can simply walk along the breakwater. There are 70 species of wild flowers that flourish in Odong-do Island. It’s also one of the most spectacular spots to appreciate camellia flowers. |
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HOTEL U CASTLE www.ucastlehotel.co.kr (T. 82-61-808-5000) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : O |
4Day (SUN) | |||
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Geoje | BUS or VAN |
Depart early morning to the city of Tongyeong, a coastal city in South Gyeongsang Province. The scenery made up of many islands spread out on the ocean and the buildings of varying heights located along the port, often elicit a flattering comparison to the beautiful Italian port city, Naples. Enjoy the scenic view along the ascent to the summit of Mireuk mountain by cable-car ride. The view at the summit overlooking the ocean is also very picturesque and spectacular. Moving to the city of Geoje, you’ll embark on a small cruise ship to visit the Oedo Island. Some 40 years ago, a fisherman came to this island to escape the rough seas of Korea’s southeastern coast. Shortly thereafter, him and his wife started what would become one of Korea’s most exquisite private gardens. The couple kept this island a secret for over 25 years until in 1995 when Oedo Botanical Garden was opened to the public. |
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DAEMYUNG RESORT GEOJE www.daemyungresort.com (T.82-55-733-7000) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : X (Free) |
5Day (MON) | |||
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Busan Jeju Island |
BUS or VANFLIGHT |
13:30 14:30 Change Available |
After hotel breakfast, stay free at leisure for this morning, as you’ll be transferred to the Gimhae Airport and depart to Jeju Island.Upon arriving in Jeju Airport, you’ll be met by our specially designated Jeju Island expert tour guide. After a brief introduction and orientation of this beautiful island, you’ll be driven to the site called “Mysterious Road (aka Goblin Road)” which lies on a hill at the foot of a mountain, and connects two major highways. It has earned its name as objects and liquid appear to roll and flow up the hill instead of down, creating an optical illusion rendered by the seemingly high surroundings. Hotel check-in and remain free at leisure for the rest of the evening. |
HYATT REGENCY JEJU www.jeju.regency.hyatt.com (T. 82-64-733-1234) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : O |
6Day (THE) | |||
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Jeju Island |
BUS or VAN |
Continuing the tour in Jeju Island that attracts more than 10 million visitors a year, your first sightseeing today is Jusangjeolli Cliffs. If you’ve ever seen the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Island, then you’ll be familiar with what to expect. These cliffs are naturally formed by lava when Mt. Hallasan volcano erupted into the sea thousands of years ago. Next we head to Seokbujak Theme Park aka Natural Stone Art Museum which represents the 3 symbols of Jeju Island : stones, wind, and women. 30,000 basalt stones in various shapes are scattered throughout the spacious park. Following waterfalls and upon entering Open Exhibition Hall, visitors are exposed to over 1,000 different wild flowers and plants. This afternoon you’re going to be embarking on Seogwipo Pleasure Cruise(duration: 1.5 hours). This cruise offers dazzling scenery on the coastal lines and islands around Seogwipo Port. Famous for its breathtaking scenery worldwide, it’s considered as a “must do tour course” for both domestic and international tourists when they visit Jeju Island. |
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HYATT REGENCY JEJU www.jeju.regency.hyatt.com (T. 82-64-733-1234) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : X (Free) |
7Day (WED) | |||
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Jeju Island Busan |
BUS or VANFLIGHT |
14:30 15:30 Change Available |
This morning you’ll be visiting one of many UNESCO’s World Heritage designated sites in Jeju Island, Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. One of the 360 parasitic(cinder) cones in Jeju Island was uniquely created on the sea floor. Rising 183 meters above sea level, the tuff ring was originally an island, but the gradual deposit of sand and gravel formed a connection to the land. The next stop is Seongeup Folk Village. Located at the foot of Mt. Halla on Jeju Island, Seongeup Folk Village is a small traditional town that holds a vast amount of Korean culture. Cultural properties in the folk village have been handed down from generation to generation and include treasures such as traditional houses, Confucian shrines, ancient government offices, stone statues, large millstones (pulled by horses or ox), fortress ruins, and stone monuments. Transfer to Jeju Airport and depart to Busan city.Upon arriving in the second largest city in South Korea, Busan, you’ll be met by our mainland tour guide and visit the Yongdusan Park. Located in downtown of Busan, Yongdusan park is a home to 118 meter high Busan Tower. One of the highlights of this park is the statue of General Yi Sun-Sin, Korea’s 16TH century Naval commander famed for his victories against the Japanese navy during the Imjin war in the Joseon Dynasty. Today we’ll conclude the tour by visiting the Jagalchi Market which is South Korea’s largest seafood market. |
HAEUNDAE GRAND HOTEL www.haeundaegrandhotel.com (T. 82-51-740-0114) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : X (Free) |
8Day (THU) | |||
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Gyeongju | BUS or VAN |
After hotel breakfast, you’ll be heading to Gyeongju, the most historical city in Korea, also known as “Museum Without Walls.” You’ll first visit the Gyeongju National Museum where its holdings are largely devoted to relics of the Silla kingdom, of which Gyeongju was the capital. There are a number of national museums in key locations across Korea, but the collection of this museum is especially important because it allows the general public, archaeologists, and historians to understand the rise of civilization in southeast Korea. Next we visit the most famous buddhist temple in South Korea, Bulguksa Temple. It is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and encompasses seven National treasures of South Korea, including Dabotap and Seokgatap stone pagodas, Cheongun-gyo (Blue Cloud Bridge), and two gilt-bronze statues of Buddha. In 1995, Also, Bulguksa was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List together with the Seokguram Grotto, which lies four kilometers to the east. |
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HOTEL INTER-BURGO EXCO www.ibexco.co.kr (T. 82-53-380-0114) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : X (Free) |
9Day (FRI) | |||
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Andong
Sokcho |
BUS or VAN |
Depart early morning to the city of Andong. Known as a centre of culture and folk traditions, Andong city’s most popular tourist attraction is Hahoe Village, which is a traditional village from the Joseon Dynasty. The village is a valuable part of Korean culture because it preserves Joseon period-style architecture, folk traditions, valuable books, and old tradition of clan-based villages. After lunch, depart to Sokcho in Gangwondo Province. Hotel check in upon arrival. |
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DEL PINO GILF & RESORT www.delpino.c.kr (T. 82-1588-4888) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : O |
10Day (SAT) | |||
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Sokcho Seoul |
BUS or VAN |
Today you’ll be escorted to Seorak Mountain National Park. Seorak Mt. is the highest mountain in the Taebaek mountain range. It’s the third highest mountain in Korea and perhaps the most visited mountain both by domestic and international tourists. Considered to be the most popular mountain in the country, you’ll find many different waterfalls, Valley of a Thousand Buddhas which is the primary valley of Seorak Mt., and Shinheungsa Temple which is believed to be the oldest Zen temple in the world. Here you’ll get to see the giant 14.6-meter/48-foot, 108 ton gilt-bronze Buddha statue called Tongil Daebul. Depart to Seoul city in the afternoon. |
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THE PALACE SEOUL HOTEL www.thepalaceseoul.co.kr (T. 82-2-532-5200) or SAME CLASS Breakfast : O Lunch : O Dinner : X (Free) |
11Day (SUN) | |||
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Seoul | After hotel breakfast, self-transfer to Incheon International Airport and depart to your next destination. Thank you for visiting South Korea. Have a safe trip back home. |
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◆ Include : Domestic airlines Price ◆ Exclude : The Tip during a Trip of Guide & Driver USD $90/1Person ◆ SEOUL CITY TOUR (OPTION TOUR) USD $100/1Person |
CITY | VEHICLE | TIME | ITINERARY |
Seoul | BUS or VAN |
08:30 Change Available |
SEOUL CITY TOUR (OPTION TOUR) Today you will spend a full day discovering the beautiful architecture and landscape of Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, while learning about its history, culture and traditions.First you’ll stop in front of Cheongwadae (The Blue House / Korea Presidential Palace). Here you’ll have a chance to take great photos and visit the Presidents Museum. Next we visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of the five ancient palaces situated in Seoul city. Located within the palace is the National Folklore Museum, which has three main exhibition halls with over 98,000 artifacts. After lunch in downtown, stroll around in Insadong Alley, famous for souvenir shopping, tea houses, and world class art galleries. The last stop is Seoul Tower aka Namsan Tower, a great place to view Seoul’s cityscape. Seoul city tour will come to an end as you’re returned to the hotel. |