9 or 11 days
Seoul, Busan, Gyeongju
Gyeongju was capital of the Silla Dynasty for almost a thousand years, and it brims with Buddhist sculptures and stone pagodas. Seoul is a huge city with an old world charm; see its markets and palaces, and learn about Korean heritage at the National Folk Museum. In Busan, beautiful beaches and the vibrant Jagalchi fish market offer a view of South Korea’s maritime culture.
Day 1: Fly overnight to South Korea
Day 2: Seoul
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Day 3: Busan
Take a bullet train from Seoul to Busan
Take a guided tour of Busan
Visit the Jagalchi Fish Market
Visit Taejongdae Park
Visit Haeundae Beach
Visit the Busan Tower
Day 4: Busan • Gyeongju
Enjoy free time in Busan
Travel to Gyeongju
Day 5: Gyeongju
Take a guided tour of Gyeongju
Visit the Gyeongju National Museum
Visit Tumuli Park
Visit Anapji Pond
Visit Bulguksa Temple
Visit Seokguram Grotto
Day 6: Seoul
Travel to Seoul
Take a walking tour of Seoul
Visit Bukchon Hanok Village
Visit Namdaemun Market
Visit Gahoe Museum for fan illustrations
Day 7: Seoul
Take a guided tour of Seoul
Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace
Visit the National Folk Museum
Visit Insadong Antique Alley
Visit Seoul Tower
Enjoy a Nanta Performance
Day 8: Seoul
Enjoy a free day in Seoul
Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
Day 9: Tokyo
Fly to Tokyo
Day 10: Tokyo
Take a guided tour of Tokyo
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Harajuku shopping district
- Imperial Palace Plaza (drive by)
Visit the Meiji Shinto Shrine
Visit Asakusa Kannon Temple
Visit the Harajuku shopping district
Enjoy a tempura dinner