Discovery Korea

Discovery Korea

Category: Asian Tours

Duration: 4 days 3 nights

Itinerary: Seoul – Jinju – Busan – Deagu – Pyeongchang - Seoul

Day 1: Seoul – Jinju – Busan (L/D)

Meet up with your guide in the lobby of either the Lotte Hotel or the CenterMark Hotel in central Seoul. The first stop is Jinjuseong Fortress, which is historically linked to the Japanese invasion in 1952. After that, visit Nurimaru APEC House, which is a house where the world summit gathered together for an APEC meeting. For the next stop, go to Centum City Shopping Mall, Korea’s most sought-out shopping destination. After dinner, check in at your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. 

**Accommodation: Novotel Ambassador Busan or Similar (5-Star)

Day 2: Busan – Ulsan – Gyeongju – Daegu (B/L/D)

After breakfast, visit Ulgi Park which is littered with rocks that have been carved into interesting shapes by the wind and the ocean. Next, explore Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju, a representative relic designated as a World Cultural Asset by UNESCO. After that, explore Gyeongju National Museum, Anapji Pond and Tumuli Park. Then, upon arrival in Daegu, have dinner at a local restaurant and then check in at your hotel.

**Accommodation: Novotel Ambassador Daegu or Similar (5-Star)

Day 3: Daegu – Andong – Wonju – Pyeongchang (B/L/D)

After breakfast, visit Andong Hahoe village, home to descendants of the Ryu clan of Pungsan and well-known for its traditional houses. Next, visit Hanji Theme Park where you will get a chance to experience the Hanji making process. After that, transfer to Pyeongchang and check in at your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. 

**Accommodation: InterContinental Alpensia Pyeongchang Resort or Similar (5-Star)

Day 4: Pyeongchang – Gangreung – Yangyang – Seoul (B/L)

After breakfast, visit Jumunjin Seafood Market, which has a variety of fresh seafood caught on the East Coast. For the next stop, transfer to Yangyang for a short hike at Mt Seorak's Jujeongol to enjoy nature. After that, transfer to Seoul and drop off service is available at the Lotte Hotel and the CenterMark Hotel.