Spring 7 Days Cherry Blossom Jeju&busan&gyeongju&seoul On 31 Mar To 10 Apr

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at ICN Airport or Seoul – Jeju

Stop At: Woljeongri Beach, 33-3, Woljeong-ri, Gujwa-eup, Jeju, Jeju Island South Korea
Arrival at ICN in the morning, and Airport pickup by a driver. We will head to Gimpo airport and fly to Jeju Island from there. The tour guide will be waiting to meet you in Jeju.

Woljeongri beach and Café street is known for its scenery, tranquil white sand and beautiful emerald ocean. Near the beach, a stretch of cozy and beautiful cafes aligns the streets.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gwangchigi Beach, 224-33, Goseong-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju Island 699-901 South Korea
This beach is distinctively different from normal beaches thanks to a few special features. The first is its soft black sand formed from gradual weathering of basalt rocks. Whimsically enough, the water is still emerald clear by the dark sand. You will also walk on solidified lava rock structures covered in green moss. Smell the fresh sea air, touch the vibrant surroundings, and walk as far into the horizon.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Seongsan Sunrise Peak, 78 Seongsan-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, South Korea
Also referred as ‘Sunrise Peak’, this archetypal tuff-cone structure rose from the shallow sea by hydro-volcanic eruptions 5,000 years ago. Climbing to the top, you can find a grass-filled crater surrounded by numerous sharp rocks. In spring, the crater is filled with bright yellow colored canola flowers. This colossal footprint left by nature is a UNESCO World Heritage and also a habitat for 200 types of trees and wild animals.

Japanese empire dig holes on the walls of this lava structure, using them to hide military camps. Now they are used by Haenyeos as their diving platforms. Haenyeos are female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment.
Their unique way of life and culture were inscribed as UNESCO Intangible Heritage of the World. You can watch their performance nearby.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Seongsan Canola Flower Field, Goseong-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Jeju Noksan-Ro – Cherry blossom & Canola flower street

The Jeju Canola Flower signals the start of spring with fields of bright yellow flowers.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Jeju Palace or Hawaii Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Jeju

Day 2: Jeju - Busan

Stop At: Jeju National University, Ara Campus, 102 Jejudaehang-ro, Ara-dong, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea
Jeju Jeonong-Ro Cherry blossom(7 – 10 Apr near Jeju university)

The petals of Jeju’s King Cherry Tree blossoms are the largest and most luxurious among all cherry blossoms. The peak of blossoms lasts for only 2 to 3 days, but the beautiful blossoms can be seen for weeks, from late March to the second week of April.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Mysterious Road (Dokkaebi Road), 2894-63, 1100-ro, Jeju, Jeju Island 63079 South Korea
Here objects on the road roll up the hill instead of moving downwards. On the surface, this upward movement appears to defy the laws of gravity but in reality, the phenomenon is just a mere optical illusion.

Stop At: Teddy Bear Museum Jeju, 31, Jungmungwangwang-ro 110beon-gil, Seogwipo, Jeju Island 63535 South Korea
At this museum of teddy bears, you can learn everything about teddy bears, and will be entertained by their unique collection of dolls. Famous artistic works, fairy-tales and traditions of various countries are recreated by using the bear dolls.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Hallasan National Park, San 220-1 Sanghyo-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju Island South Korea
Hallasan is 1,950m in height and is the highest mountain in South Korea. Widely known by scientists for its geological value, the mountain is a dormant volcano made mostly of basalt. There are 368 parasite volcanos called Oreums around the main mountain.

You will take Eorimok trail(Northwest): This short trail is another relatively easy trail for beginners. In spring, the nearby meadows are adorned with red royal azaleas. From the stone pathway to Manse Dongsan, visitors can catch a breathtaking panoramic view of the countryside and the island’s signature Oreums.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Daepo Haean Jusangjeolli Cliff, 36-30, Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo, Jeju Island 63547 South Korea
Moving past a flock of pine tree forest, we will find a beach filled with a group of mysterious, black rock pillars in shapes of cubes and hexagons in varying sizes. These rocks almost seem as carved by human hands. Formed by the cooling and solidification of lava flows, the columnar jointing arose from contraction of molten lava during cooling. This is a unique sight designated as natural monument of Jeju Island.

Pass By: Cheonjiyeon Falls, Cheonji-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju Island South Korea
Cheonjiyeon Falls: The legend behind Cheonjiyeon Falls is told that seven fairies serving the King of Heaven came down to the pond on stairs of clod and bathed in the clean waters. The waterfall itself is 22 meters high and 12 meters wide. This national natural monument is also known as a famous eel-fish habitat. The forest nearby contains a variety of rare plants such as brambles.

Pass By: Jeongbang Waterfall, Donghong-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju Island South Korea
Jeongbang Waterfall is a magical waterfall that directly descends into the ocean. Such feature cannot be found anywhere else in Asia. Next to the waterfall is an inscription on stone referring to a passage of a royal servant from Chinese Qin Dynasty, ordered by the emperor to find an elixir for permanent life.

Head to Jeju airport and fly to Busan and Meet a driver and head to Hotel in Busan and Drop off at hotel in Busan

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 3) Busan
- 3 star: Busan Tourist Hotel or similar
- 4 star: Busan Crown Habor Park Hotel or similar

Day 3: Busan

Stop At: Haeundae Dalmaji-gil Road, Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan South Korea
Located beyond the famous Haeundae Beach, the small road is lined with beautiful cherry blossoms and pine trees on a mountain slope. The combination of blue sea, sandy seashore, and drifting pink petals together comprise a charming landscape.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Busan Gamcheon Culture Village, 203, Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan 49368 South Korea
Consisted of houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, this village was originally made by war refugees for their settlement. In 2000's, the city government of Busan launched maintenance and revitalization project in the area, bringing vibrant murals and sculptures into the meandering alleys of the town. The success of the city projects earned this village the nickname "Machu Picchu of Busan."
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Busan Tower, 37-30, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan 48950 South Korea
Busan Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in Busan. You can see the entire metropolis glimmering below as you walk around the top deck! This landmark tower offers a 360 degree view of Busan.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jagalchi Market, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan South Korea
This market represents Busan and is famous throughout the country. Visitors can buy and eat fresh raw fish right at the market. The common scene in the market is comprised of mostly elderly women selling mackerel, sea squirts and whale meat on wooden boxes along the road outside of the market and along the shore.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: BIFF Square, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan South Korea
BIFF Square is the main venue of Busan International Film Festival(BIFF). It is a unique place where numerous film theaters are gathered in a single district, and it is also a well-known street food heaven. For the youth living in Busan, it is an ever-crowded place to enjoy a variety of leisure facilities. Handprints and footprints of Korean film stars fill up the floors of its streets.

Stop At: Gukje Market, 38, Gukjesijang 2-gil, Jung-gu, Busan 48946 South Korea
Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living. Shops in Gukje Market sell an assortment of new and used items. Since vendors deal in both wholesale and retail sales, the average customer can purchase various items at incredibly inexpensive prices.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Busan Tourist Hotel or similar
- 4 star: Busan Crown Habor Park Hotel or similar

Day 4: Busan - Gyeongju - Seoul

Stop At: Bulguksa Temple, Bulguksa 385 Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 38127 South Korea
Head to Gyeongju(1h) and Bulguksa temple.

Bulguksa Temple is an absolute historic jewel of the Silla Capital Gyeongju, also inscribed as a UNESCO heritage of the world. It's a temple where one can discover sophisticated masonry skills of the era in the stairs, bridges, and pagodas.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Seokguram, 999 Jinhyeon-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 780-400 South Korea
Seokguram, located in Tohamsan Mountain, is the representative stone temple of Korea. This valuable grotto has been kept intact for over 1,200 years, thanks to its design that facilitates natural ventilation and humidity control. Cold spring water was designed to flow beneath the structure, settling down any moisture that formed in the grotto towards the floor.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bomun Lake, South Korea, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Gyeongju, Bodeok-dong, Bomun-ro, 446
Cherry blossom In April the whole walkway is covered with pink petals of cherry blossoms.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Daereungwon Royal Tomb, 9 Gyerim-ro, Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Within Daereungwon Tomb Complex is a large field of giant Korean tombs in the shape of round hills, resembling female breasts. At Cheonmachong Tomb inside the complex, you can enter into the tomb itself. Its hall is consisted of a wooden coffin placed inside an underground chamber mounded with boulders and earth, characterized as a typical upper class tomb of the Silla period.

Dinner(on your own, not included). Drop off at Shingyeongju station and take KTX Korea Bullet Train to go Seoul station. Meet your driver and head to Hotel in Seoul and Drop off at your hotel in Seoul
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or BestWestern Kukdo Hotel

Day 5: Seoul - Strawberry farm - Nami Island - Petite France

Stop At: Gapyeong strawberry farm experience, 797 Haenghyeon-ri, Sang-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Korean strawberries are famous for being sweet. You will pick the fruits for an hour, taste the big, juicy strawberries and take some of it home. Picking strawberry is done conveniently without bending your waist, and children can easily enjoy the activity. You can choose to participate in making of strawberry jam and bring the jar home.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Nami Island, 1, Namiseom-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do 24464 South Korea
Famous for its beautiful tree lined roads, many Korean dramas were filmed at this location. The island is an adorable spot for not only savoring the nature, but also to be amused by the installations and creative playgrounds put up by the artists who reside in the island. Animals such as deer, rabbit, and ostrich can be spotted during your walk.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Petite France, 1063, Hoban-ro, Cheongpyeong-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do 12456 South Korea
This is a French cultural village set in the Korean countryside! It consists of 16 French-style buildings where visitors can lodge and experience French food, clothing, and household culture. Pose with statues of characters from Le Petit Prince for whimsy pictures, find the film locations of popular Korean Dramas such as My Love From the Stars and Beethoven Virus!
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Dongdaemun Shopping Complex, 289-3 Jongno 6-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul South Korea
Look around Dongdaemun fashion town and go shopping! Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has a meaning of Dream, Design, and Play. This futuristic architecture holds various exhibitions and fashion shows. The larger area surrounding it are regarded as the fashion district of Seoul. It is where the first generations of Korean fashion designers and clothing brands carried on their dreams. The area is always booming with people negotiating prices of fashion items in small independent stalls. Countless independent fashion stalls are found in the whole floors of nearby buildings.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or BestWestern Kukdo Hotel

Day 6: Seoul

Stop At: Yeouido Park, 68 Yeouigongwon-ro, Yeoui-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Yeouido Park is a beautiful park located in Yeoido Island on Han river. The island is the main finance and investment banking district of Seoul, but its character changes in spring. Fluffy pink flowers can be seen everywhere in the island, and the trees shed their delicate petals every time the wind blows. This island is considered as the top place for Seoulites when enjoying the cherry blossoms in spring.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Changdeokgung Palace, 99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03072 South Korea
We will first visit a Hanbok Rental shop to try the Korean traditional dress(Optional). You can stroll inside Gyeongbukgung palace wearing Hanbok! Wearing the dress will leave you both a special memory and dreamy pictures!

Changdeokgung Palace was the second grand royal villa built in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of Joseon Dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of their five remaining palaces.

This palace is considered as a historically significant attraction that represents the beauty of Korea. Along with the beauty of Huwon, the Secret Garden, Changdeokgung Palace was chosen as the UNESCO World Heritage in 1997.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gyeongbokgung Palace, 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul South Korea
Situated at the top of Gwanghwamun Square, the presence of Gyeongbukgung palace gleams brightly in the central spine of the nation. As the first and largest palace built by Joseon Dynasty in 1395, this grand villa consisted of 330 buildings and had up to 3,000 staffs.
Before entering to explore the palace, we will watch the changing ceremony of royal guards. This enactment is an excellent opportunity to experience a rare tradition, performed exactly as it used to be held. Guards appear wearing royal uniforms, carrying traditional weapons and playing traditional instruments.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jogyesa Temple, 45 Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-170 South Korea
As the head temple of Korea’s Buddhism, Jogyesa Temple plays important roles, despite its small size being in the city center. Many Buddhist lectures, events, and rituals take place all year long. Its garden is renowned for its outstandingly flamboyant themes, changing the outlook every season. The grandiose annual lantern festival in celebration of Buddha’s birth takes place here.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Bukchon Hanok Village, 37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03059 South Korea
Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses called hanok, that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. We will go stroll in this labyrinth of traditional homes cramped together, sharing walls. Created by the first city-planner of Korea, these intimate structures will delight you as you discover your way around the hillside village.

Stop At: Kwangjang Market, 88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03195 South Korea
Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today, popularized by a recent Netflix show. The second floor of the market is filled with silk, satin, and linen bed-sheet stores, which are the largest and most famous in Seoul.

The highlight of this market is, however, discovering the animated street food stalls! We will go sampling some of the best Korean street foods here. The specialties in this market are octopus tartar and mung-bean pancakes. You will also be introduced to eccentric Korean foods such as steamed pork feet, blood sausage, and spicy chicken feet.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: N Seoul Tower, 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan 2(i)ga-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Take in the breathtaking 360-degree view of the Seoul Metropolis! The top of the tower is at almost 480m above sea level, including Namsan Mountain(243m) and the tower’s own height(236.7m).

The tower was first established as a broadcast tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969. As of now, it has become one of the representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul. At the tower, you can check out other highlights including the famous 'Locks of Love' and ancient beacon mounds.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Myeongdong Shopping Street, Jung-gu, Seoul South Korea
Myeong-dong is one of the primary shopping districts in Seoul. Many brand name shops and department stores line the streets and alleys. Common products for sale include clothes, shoes, cosmetics and accessories. Unlike Namdaemun or Dongdaemun, many designer brands are sold in Myeong-dong.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or BestWestern Kukdo Hotel

Day 7: Seoul - ICN airport

Pass By: Incheon International Airport, 272 Gonghang-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Airport Transfer service - Meet your driver and head to ICN for departure.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.