South Korea has become widely popular recently thanks to K-pop, K-beauty and my favourite, K-dramas. But that's not all, South Korea offers a well-rounded travel experience for nature lovers and foodies alike. This trip will see us learn more about South Korea's history and culture with museum visits, tours and temple stays. We'll jump back in time as we visit palaces dressed in traditional Hanbok. South Korean cuisine is legendary - we'll be tasting specialties of each region we visit. South Korea boasts 22 national parks, all with incredible natural scenery that we'll be able to see up close on some of our day hikes. If you're down to discover as much as one can about a country in two weeks, then join me. Prepare to come away from this trip with so many photos and even more amazing memories!
About me: My name is Megan. I am an Australian. I'm a uni student, so I like to budget travel as much as I can whilst still being able to enjoy and experience the best there is to offer in any country. My favourite places that I have been to so far would probably be Japan and Mexico.
Accommodation: We will mostly be staying in guesthouses with rooms between the 6 of us. These rooms will be mixed and we'll be sleeping in bunkbeds or single beds. A simple breakfast is included for most of our stays. We will also be staying at a jjimjilbang (sauna/ bathouse) for one night, which will be separated between females and males. Please reach out via the Q&A if you have a question! *Price will increase if the minimum number of TripMates isn't reached*
What's included?
Accommodation (Breakfast often included)
Transport to accommodation
Activities listed in itinerary
Car rental on Jeju Island
Small information packs on South Korea
Assistance booking flights, packing, etc
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Hi! I'm Megan, I'm 19 and from Australia. I'm currently a uni student though I spend more time planning my dream trips than studying 😸
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Trip Itinerary
1
Seoul
Day 1-6
Stay: Cocoa Guesthouse Day 1: Han River Sunset Cruise then go out for a group dinner. Day 2: Korea War Memorial, National Museum of Korea, Leeum Art Museum, N Seoul Tower, Dogdaemun Design Plaza. Day 3: DMZ tour. Day 4: Hanbok Rental, Gyeongbukgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Nanta Show. Day 5: Starfield library. (Optional: Lotte world/ aquarium) Stay: Golden Spa Day 6: Head to Sokcho
2
Sokcho-si
Day 6-8
Stay: James Blue Hostel Day 6: Yonggeumjeong Pavilian, Expo Tower, free time to explore and relax Day 7: Seoraksan National Park (Cable car, hike, Biryong Falls, Buddhist temple) Day 8: Head to Golgulsa
3
Golgulsa Temple Stay
Day 8-10
Days 8,9,10: During our time with the monks at Golgulsa Temple, we will watch and learn Sunmudo (a traditional Korean Buddhist martial art). This will be a relaxing weekend as we meditate surrounded by nature and enjoy a nice trek along the beach.
4
Busan
Day 10-11
Stay: Busan View Hotel Day 10: Gamcheon Culture Village, Songdo Cable car over the ocean, Songdo Yonggung suspension bridge Day 11: Haeundae Blue Line Park Train Ride, Yonggunsa Temple, 1 hr plane trip to Jeju Island
5
Jeju-do
Day 11-14
Stay: Woljeong Stay House Day 11: Arrive in the evening Day 12: Manjanggul Lava Cave, Gimnyeong Maze, Haenyeo Museum, Haenyeo Diver Show Stay: SEOM Guesthouse Day 13: Hike Mt Hallasan Gwaneumsa Trail (this walk takes about 8-10 hours. It is very scenic but also steep) Day 14: Scuba diving, 1hr plane back to Seoul
6
Seoul
Day 14
We will arrive in Seoul. This is the end of the trip, so you are free to go off on your own, whether that is going back home or continuing on in South Korea. If you have time, let's have a final dinner together. I hope you all had a good trip!
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hostel & Hotel
14 days trip
Seoul, Sokcho-si & 4 more
Transportation
Train, Plane
What's excluded?
International Flights
Lunch and dinner
Spending money for extras (eg souvenirs)
Additional transport during free time
Flights to and from Jeju Island
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