On this nine-day Premium adventure, you’ll explore the culture and cuisine of South Korea with a local leader who has all the insights
  • Meet a local Haenyeo – one of the local women divers who go diving for shellfish 10 m underwater on Jeju Island. Learn about the local fishing culture and why these women, some in their 80s, still practice diving.
  • Visit the home of Daniel Gray – a food expert and food tour pioneer who worked on Netflix’s ‘Street Food: Asia’ – for a fascinating lecture on local cuisine, food history and a homemade meal.
  • Immerse yourself in the local way of life for Korean monks at your Premium Feature Stay in Haeinsa Temple on Mt Gaya – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Three Jewels Temples.
  • Visit Jeju Island for spectacular views from Seongsan Ilchulbong – nicknamed ‘Sunrise Peak’, this volcanic peak earned Korea its first ever UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Dine on traditional Korean delights like bibimbap, hot pot, Jeonju beansprout rice soup, bamboo ice cream and tteokgalbi (marinated grilled beef).
Stay in South Korean hotels where double rooms are limited and beds may be smaller than Western standards; air-conditioning is typically seasonal and traditional housing features floor heating. Enjoy a rustic yet unique temple stay at Haeinsa, offering a cultural experience distinct from standard hotels.