Journeys: Soul of South Korea

8 nights from $4499

8 nights

Journeys: Soul of South Korea

Discover South Korea on a National Geographic Journeys small-group adventure from Seoul to Gyeongju, Busan and Jeju, with immersive cultural experiences, scenic walks and a traditional hanok stay.

$4999 pp
$4499 pp excluding flights $562 per night
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Discover South Korea on a National Geographic Journeys small-group adventure from Seoul to Gyeongju, Busan and Jeju, with immersive cultural experiences, scenic walks and a traditional hanok stay.
  • Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum in Seoul
  • Walk Seoul’s Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong’s traditional alleys
  • Learn taekwondo from a local master in Seoul
  • Explore Yangdong Folk Village’s UNESCO World Heritage traditional homes
  • Visit Bulguksa Temple, a landmark of Korean Buddhist architecture
  • Wander Busan’s Gamcheon Culture Village and ride Songdo Maritime Cable Car
  • Meet Jeju’s haenyeo women divers and sample their fresh catch
  • Hike Seongsan Sunrise Peak for views of Jeju’s volcanic coast
ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that some properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.
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