Three Capitals of South Korea

Arrive at Incheon International Airport, where you will be met and assisted by our representative. Transfer to Seoul by private coach and proceed with hotel check-in. Enjoy free time at leisure for the rest of the day.

Begin your journey with a full-day tour of Seoul’s historic center: Gwanghwamun Square: Explore this iconic landmark featuring statues of King Sejong the Great and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, along with the 12.23 Fountain, Haechi sculpture, flower displays, and the Waterway of History. Gyeongbokgung Palace: Visit Seoul’s largest and most beautiful royal palace, originally built in 1395 and later restored. Optional: Hanbok traditional costume experience (from USD 20 per person). Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae): View the former presidential residence, known for its striking blue-tiled roof set against Bugaksan Mountain. Bukchon Hanok Village: Walk through a charming neighborhood of preserved traditional hanok houses dating back to the Joseon Dynasty. Insadong Antique Street: Discover Seoul’s cultural heart, known for antique shops, galleries, craft stores, and traditional tea houses. Jogyesa Temple: Visit the center of Korean Buddhism, famed for its ancient trees, serene grounds, and significant cultural heritage. Cheonggyecheon Stream: Enjoy a stroll along this restored 11 km urban stream lined with walkways, bridges, and city attractions. Free time at leisure after the tour.

After hotel check-out, transfer to Busan aboard the high-speed KTX express train. Busan City Tour Highlights: Jagalchi Market – Korea’s largest seafood market, famous for its lively atmosphere and fresh catches sold by the iconic Jagalchi Ajumma. Enjoy the chance to taste fresh raw seafood right on-site. Gamcheon Culture Village – Explore the colorful hillside village known as the “Machu Picchu of Busan,” featuring artistic murals, creative installations, and charming alleyways. Gwangan Bridge – Admire Korea’s longest ocean bridge, offering stunning views of the coastline and surrounding landmarks. At night, the bridge dazzles with thousands of LED lights in seasonal patterns. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple – Visit this rare seaside temple, originally built in 1376. Walk the 108 steps leading to breathtaking ocean views, peaceful sounds of the waves, and beautiful stone lantern pathways. After the tour, check in to your hotel and enjoy free time at leisure.

Enjoy a relaxing free day in Busan. Explore the city at your own pace—wander through beaches, visit local cafés, shop, or simply unwind and take in the coastal scenery.

After hotel check-out, travel to Gyeongju for a full-day heritage tour. Gyeongju Tour Highlights: Cheonmachong Tomb (Daereungwon Tomb Complex): Explore this royal Silla-era tomb, excavated in 1973, where over 11,000 artifacts were discovered—including the famous Cheonmado painting—offering a rare look into ancient Korean history. Cheomseongdae Observatory: Visit Asia’s oldest surviving astronomical observatory, built during Queen Seondeok’s reign. This stone tower, crafted with 362 stones symbolizing the lunar year, was used for star observation and weather prediction. Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond: Once the royal secondary palace of the Silla crown prince, this scenic site served as a venue for royal banquets. Rediscovered and restored in the 1980s, it is famed for its tranquil “Moon-Reflecting Pond.” UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Bulguksa Temple: A masterpiece of Silla Buddhist architecture, home to seven national treasures. Founded in 528 and rebuilt in 751, it now stands as one of Korea's most important cultural sites. Seokguram Grotto: An exquisite granite stone temple on Mount Tohamsan, featuring a serene seated Buddha surrounded by Bodhisattvas. Completed in 774, it offers one of Korea’s most iconic sunrise viewpoints. After the tour, transfer back to Seoul via KTX express train, then check in to your hotel. Enjoy free time at leisure.

Start your day with a choice between two top attractions: • Lotte World Theme Park – Enjoy thrilling rides, an indoor ice rink, colorful parades, the world’s largest indoor adventure park, Magic Island, and the famous Folk Museum. OR • Seoul Sky Observatory – Located atop Lotte World Tower (117–123F), this sky-high observatory offers breathtaking 360° views of Seoul, the world’s highest glass-floor Sky Deck, a Sky Theater, and a relaxing lounge café. After your visit, transfer to Gangnam District, Seoul’s trendiest area known for its shopping, entertainment, and vibrant city life. Explore Starfield Library & COEX Mall, featuring hundreds of shops, COEX Aquarium, concert halls, and great dining options. Continue to Bongeunsa Temple, a historic Buddhist temple with over 1,000 years of cultural heritage, offering a peaceful contrast to the city’s modern skyline. End the day with shopping in Myeongdong, Seoul’s most famous shopping district, packed with fashion boutiques, street stalls, and popular Korean skincare and cosmetics brands. • Free time at leisure Optional Shows: NANTA Show – A world-famous, high-energy non-verbal performance combining comedy, percussion, and culinary-themed entertainment. THE PAINTERS – A unique live art performance blending dance, humor, and speed-painting with a creative twist. Choose one optional performance.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Incheon International Airport for your onward departure from South Korea.