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Trip Itinerary
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Seoul
Day 1-4
Day 1: Arrive in Seoul (make your own way to the accommodation - assistance with booking transfers from the airport can be provided or you can take public transport. Check in starts at 14:00 so if you arrive before this time you can leave your luggage with reception before heading out to enjoy free time discovering all things Kpop in this beautiful city. In the evening we will all meet for the very first time & head for our first taste of Korean cuisine together! Day 2: Explore Seoul - today will be a busy & long day of sightseeing. Hike to Namsan Tower before the heat kicks in. After we will try to visit as many of the following places as possible (if you have preferences feel free to go off and prioritize the ones that interest you the most): The War Memorial of Korea Museum, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Namdaemun Market, Gangnam, Traditional Hanok Village. We will also see the Nanta show in Myeong-dong where burlesque characters perform funny events in wacky kitchens and acrobatics in the evening - the first silent show in Korea. Day 3: Todays DMZ & JSA tour takes us to the border between North & South Korea. Learn about not only the history between the two nations that used to be just one but also have the chance to ask about the current situation
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Sokcho-si
Day 4-6
Day 4: Catch the train to Sokcho. Sokcho is a big summer beach and seafood destination. The streets are lined with crab tanks and stands BBQing Mackerel. Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the coastline. Day 5: Seoraksan National Park: hike to Biryong Falls, visit Sinheungsa temple with the giant bronzed Buddah & ride the cable car over the rising mountains before heading back to Sokcho.
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Beopjusa Templestay
Day 6-7
Day 6: Take the bus to Beopjusa a member of the 'Korean temple stay program', an initiative that intends to teach international travels about Korean Buddhist traditions. You do not have to be religious to participate. For 1 day & 1 night we will stay in the temple and shadow the monks that inhabit it. It'll give you a magical glimpse into monastic life. Day 7: After a night in a private wooden cabin you'll wake up to the beautiful scenery and begin the journey to the next stage of our trip.
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Jeonju-si
Day 7-9
Day 8: Foodie HEAVEN - Jeonju is Koreas UNESCO-protected city of gastronomy. Visit the Nambu night markets as well as the incredibly well preserved Hanok Maeul, an ancient village once occupied by Korean nobles. Day 9: Today we will be dressing like locals in the Korean Hanbok (traditional dress) to explore dressed as a royal. Explore the murals, 360 degree views of the city from the Omokdae shrine & the Gyeonggijeon Shrine with its bamboo forest. In between all this we will need to visit a Makgeolli house to try local makgeolli (Korean rice wine).
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Gyeongju-si
Day 9-11
Day 10 & 11: Step back in time 2000 years when you visit this city. It's been extremely well preserved with minimal impact from the war and it has so many historical spots dotted around that it's been accurately nicknamed 'the museum with no walls'. Explore Donggung palace & the royal tombs as well as do the hike from Bulguksa to Seokgurum grotto home to a towering granite Buddha statue. Additionally you have the option to visit the tearooms of Gyochon Village & rent a bicycle to cycle through the countryside to the hidden shrines and temples in your free time.
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Busan
Day 11-13
Days 12 & 13: The beautiful coastal city of Busan is Koreas second city. It is home to amazing beaches and fun nightlife. Explore the coastal town, with Gamcheon culture village being one of the biggest attractions. Swim, snorkel, relax, shop & visit the market. Finally there is two temples here to explore - Tongdosa & Yonggunsa
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Seoul
Day 13-14
Day 14: Arrive back in Seoul after a 2.5 hour train ride from Busan to the city. We should arrive back before lunch & the tour ends here! You can fly out that evening or choose to stay longer if you wish!
Trip Summary
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