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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and Haeundae Sea in Busan, Buddhist temple in Busan, South Korea.
Land and Rail Tour

Taste of South Korea

2025

Land Tour

Taste of South Korea

Taste of South Korea

Experience the wonders of South Korea with Travelmarvel. Explore Seoul, visit the Demilitarized Zone and indulge in the country’s mouth-watering cuisine along this premium journey.

8 day Land Tour

Itinerary

8 days / 7 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Seoul

Insider Experiences

Day 2

Seoul, Demilitarized Zone

Day 3

Seoul

Insider Experiences

Day 4

Seoul, Busan

Insider Experiences

Day 5

Busan, Gyeongju

Insider Experiences

Day 6

Gyeongju

Day 7

Gyeongju, Daegu, Seoul

Insider Experiences

Day 8

Depart Seoul

Coach/Vehicle
Rail

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven nights in premium accommodation
Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director
14 meals – 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
Indulge in a traditional Korean BBQ dinner in Seoul
Join a hands-on cooking workshop to make bibimbap
See the changing of the guard ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace
Experience a traditional Korean village at Bukchon Hanok
Enjoy teatime with a monk at Jogyesa Temple

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Korean BBQ buffet.

Korean-Style BBQ

Join your Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner at a traditional Korean-style BBQ house. Savour the authentic flavours of the region and enjoy the atmosphere.

SOUTH KOREA-SEOUL-JOGYESA BUDDHIST TEMPLE

Jogyesa Temple

Visit Jogyesa Temple for the chance to share tea with a monk and experience the unique culture of Korean Buddhism. Explore the fascinating temple compound and marvel at ancient well-preserved Buddhist treasures.

Images supplied by Taylor Kim
Korea Tourism Organization Sydney Office

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Embark on a tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest palace in South Korea. Built in 1392 at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty, it was the main royal palace for five centuries. Witness the changing of the guard ceremony, a tradition that has been performed for centuries in Korea and is a symbol of the nation's rich culture and history.

F109ME an express train entering the station platform in South Korea
Gwangalli Beach in Busan, South Korea. Aerial view

KTX Express Train to Busan

Board one of South Korea’s famous KTX Express Trains to Busan, a vibrant coastal city in South Korea offering beautiful beaches, lively markets and fresh seafood. Watch the beautiful countryside whip past your window, and jet right past busy cities as your train reaches speeds of over 300 kilometres per hour.

Image of an Asian woman eating bibimbap in Korean restaurant

Bibimbap Culinary Class

Learn how to make Korea’s favourite dish, bibimbap. Enjoy a hands-on experience in making this traditional Korean dish and learn about the history, ingredients and preparation techniques. making it a fun and educational experience for foodies. 

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Double bedding cannot be guaranteed

  • Some hotels include shower over bath only

  • Cherry Blossom season in South Korea usually lasts from March to mid April. However due to changeable weather blooms cannot be guaranteed, even during spring months

  • Perhaps extend your journey and include Japan by embarking on our 20 Day Scenic South Korea and Japan. Enquire within for details

  • Prices are for land/rail only. Flights not included

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APT/TM - Australian Pacific Holdings
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