Accommodation

1 night in a private twin/double room at WesternLife Hotel IKSAN Hotel [4star] or similar 1 night in a private twin/double room at Holiday Inn Gwangju [5star] or similar 1 night in a private twin/double room at Yeosu Ramada Plaza Hotel [4star] or similar 1 night in a private twin/double room at Felix by STX [3.5star] or similar 1 night in a private twin/double room at Yongpyong Resort [4star] or similar 5 nights of hotel accommodation in each area.

Guide

An English-speaking tour guide with a separate driver for groups of more than 10 people. An English-speaking driver and guide for small groups throughout the tour.

Transport

Transportation by Van (1 to 9 passengers) or Large-sized coach (10 or more passengers) depending on the size of the group

Others

All entrance fees during the tour - Wearing Hanbok, the Korean National Costume. - Experiencing a conversation over tea with a Monk. - Tasting Boseong Green Tea Ice cream. - Taking the cable car in Yeosu overlooking incredible sea. - A cup of coffee for each person at Café MAGNATE - Samyang Roundhill - Balwangsan Cable Car - IN THE SOOP BTS ver. ’Pyeongchang’ Filming Location

Meals

6 Breakfasts at hotels 5 Lunches, and 5 Dinners at local restaurants

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Others

Pre and post tour accommodation Arrival and departure transfers (USD75 per one way - Mini van for maximum 4people)

Flights

International flights not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included ( It’s recommended but not essential.)

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Day 1 Saturday Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Saturday Departure

[Meeting time 08:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of Amid Hotel Seoul

This morning we’ll head to the Gongju and explore Gongsanseong Fortress. Its captivating beauty and strategic significance offer a glimpse into Korea’s past while providing breathtaking panoramic views. In recognition of its value, Gongsanseong Fortress was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015. Next visit the Tomb of King Muryeong. Even though many artifacts were stolen from the tombs, the tombs serve as an important evidence of Baekje culture and the foreign exchanges during that period.

After the Gongju tour, we’ll continue our journey to Iksan. The Iksan Prison Open Film Set is the first, and only prison filming sets built in Korea. We’ll explore various experiences offered, including the rental of prisoners’ and prison officers’ uniforms.

Last but not least, we will visit Gosrak, where the place is filled with soy sauce and fermented soybean paste, and is beautifully laid out like a garden. It is a good place looking down on Goserak from the mini observatory.

At the end of our day’s adventures, we’ll settle into our hotel in Iksan for an overnight stay.

Hotel: 4-5 star hotel (* WesternLife Hotel IKSAN [4star] is the first option)
Day 2 Sunday
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sunday

[Meeting time 08:00AM~09:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of WesternLife Hotel IKSAN. (Meeting time varies depending on the number of people and season. Our tour guide will let you know the day before.)

Our destination today is Jeonju Hanok Village with over 800 traditional Korea houses. The village is famous among tourists because of its atmosphere that strongly contrast with the modern city around it. Choose your preferred Hanbok, Korean National Costume and make a special memory wearing Hanbok with your companions. You will explore Gyeonggijeon Shrine which was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. Afterward you will have Jeonju Bibimbab lunch at a local restaurant.

Following that, we will proceed to Jangseong, where Baegyangsa Temple is situated within Naejangsan National Park. Upon arrival you will experience Conversation over tea with a Monk. The combination of the mountain and valleys on both sides creates beautiful scenery. Nature reveals its beauty throughout all seasons here, especially through the red maple leaves in fall.

Wrapping up our day’s explorations after dinner in Gwangju, we’ll head back to our hotel in Gwangju for the night.

Hotel: 4-5 star hotel (* Holiday Inn Gwangju[5star] is the first option.)
Day 3 Monday
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Monday

[Meeting time 08:00AM~09:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of Holiday Inn Gwangju. (Meeting time varies depending on the number of people and season. Our tour guide will let you know the day before.)

Kick off the morning by visiting Green Tea Plantation produces high-quality green tea and is a popular tourist attraction year-round thanks to the vast rows of tea trees that line the hillside like a deep green carpet. You will have a chance to taste Boseong Green Tea Icecream!

After a lunch break, we continue with visits to the reed fields in Suncheonman Bay which are thickly covered with reeds taller than a full-grown man. It is the biggest colony of reeds in Korea. Among the world’s wetlands, it is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds.

After visiting Suncheon, you’ll head to Yeosu to experience a ride on the Yeosu Maritime Cable Car—an aerial tramway offering breathtaking views of Yeosu’s coastline and landmarks. Glide over the sea and witness the city’s beauty from a unique perspective as the cable car connects Dolsan Island to the mainland. Taking the cable car down to visit Admiral Yi Sun-sin Square. The giant Admiral Yi statue in the middle of the rotary is arguably the most recognizable spot in the city. There are lots of restaurants and bakeries nearby.

Concluding our activities, we’ll be checking in at our Yeosu hotel for an overnight stay.

Hotel: 4-5 star hotel (* Yeosu Ramada Plaza Hotel[4star] is the first option.)
Day 4 Tuesday
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tuesday

[Meeting time 08:00AM~09:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of Yeosu Ramada Plaza Hotel. (Meeting time varies depending on the number of people and season. Our tour guide will let you know the day before.)

Today, we’ll depart from Yeosu for our visit to Busan. The journey will take over 3 hours.

Our first stop in Busan will be Gamcheon Culture Village, where houses cascade in a staircase-like fashion along the foothills of the coastal mountains. This vibrant community features alleys adorned with lively murals and sculptures created by its residents.

Next, visit Oryukdo Island Sky Walk which stands out for its beauty! You can also experience a skywalk that feels like walking above the sky.

Continue to visit Café MAGNATE. Experience the purple-hued emotions up close at Café MAGNATE! Create purple memories!

Next, "I purple you" Busan’s landmark, Gwangan Bridge! On Gwangan Bridge, the closest beach to the city center, you can experience the splendor of the city and the tranquility of nature together.

Hotel: 3.5 star hotel (* Felix by STX [3.5star] is the first option.)
Day 5 Wednesday
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wednesday

[Meeting time 08:00AM~09:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of Felix by STX. (Meeting time varies depending on the number of people and season. Our tour guide will let you know the day before.) This morning we’ll head to Gangwon and it takes around 5hours by car.

We will be visiting Hyangho Beach where the music video was filmed: Album cover for YOU NEVER WALK ALONE. This place is a bucket list destination for many tourists who loves K-POP. Immerse yourself in the sentiment of ’Spring Day’ as you gaze at the beautiful sea! Take a stroll on the pristine white sandy beach while enjoying the breathtaking view.

Next, we will visit to Balwangsan Cable Car & Monapark. With an impressive round-trip length of 7.4km, it offers excellent stability and speed, making it the longest cable car in South Korea! Upon reaching the Skywalk, we can behold the breathtaking panoramic view of Mount Balwangsan at a glance!

Hotel: 4 star hotel (* Yongpyong Resort [4star] is the first option.)
Day 6 Thursday
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thursday

[Meeting time 08:00AM~09:00AM]: Pick up from the Lobby of Yongpyong Resort. (Meeting time varies depending on the number of people and season. Our tour guide will let you know the day before.)

Upon waking up in Pyeongchang, we’ll prepare for a visit to IN THE SOOP BTS ver. ’Pyeongchang’ Filming Location. Just follow in the footsteps of BTS as they featured their lifestyle at this remote forest location. You can also capture special photos at each photo spot. Last but not least, don’t miss the breathtaking view from this filming location in Gangwon-do Province.

Next, we will visit to Samyang Roundhill: Asia’s largest organic pasture, where you can sit amidst expansive green meadows, observe animals, and immerse yourself in vibrant nature to experience tranquility. You can enjoy the essential ingredient of the Special Ramen Recipe ’Bulguri’ with Samyang Buldak Bokkeummyeon.

Take on the K-Spicy Food Challenge!

After completing the tour, our return to Seoul is scheduled for around 18:30.

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