KOREA WINTER WONDER
5 DAYS 5 NIGHTS
SEOUL - CHUNCHEON - GAPYEONG - SOKCHO
AFFORDABLE LAND TOUR
GROUP PRICE (min. 6 pax adult)
Tailor-made Private Group Trip
ITINERARY
TOUR CODE: KR-WTW2465
DAY 0 : WELCOME TO SEOUL
Pickup at Incheon International Airport. Going straight to downtown Seoul city, then check-in at the hotel.
Hotel location: Gwanghwamun/Dongdaemun, Seoul.
Hotel location: Gwanghwamun/Dongdaemun, Seoul.
DAY 1 : HISTORIC SEOUL & LANDMARK
Start the tour by visiting Gyeongbok-gung Palace, the biggest Royal Palace in the heart of Seoul city. It was once the central government of Joseon Dynasty, where they hold all the official duties, ceremonies and hosting guests from other countries, it is also the place where Joseon Kings and his family living.
2nd place to visit is Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional village with hanok houses that most of the buildings preserves hundreds years since the beginning of Hanyang city (Seoul city old name) developed. The tour continues by walking to Insa-dong, this is a wide street full of arts and traditional souvenirs shops also places where you can try one of traditional Tea Houses. You can try eating Bibimbap (Korean traditional mix rice, meats, veges) in one of the restaurant.
After lunch we go to Namsan area, where N Seoul tower is located. Although we are not going up to the observatory but you still can enjoy a wide view of Seoul city from one of the side of the hill and there is also a place called Love Lock deck, where you can hang a key lock writen with your wish and pray for your loved one. When we arrive on time we can see the sunset here and it is quite magnificent to see.
2nd place to visit is Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional village with hanok houses that most of the buildings preserves hundreds years since the beginning of Hanyang city (Seoul city old name) developed. The tour continues by walking to Insa-dong, this is a wide street full of arts and traditional souvenirs shops also places where you can try one of traditional Tea Houses. You can try eating Bibimbap (Korean traditional mix rice, meats, veges) in one of the restaurant.
After lunch we go to Namsan area, where N Seoul tower is located. Although we are not going up to the observatory but you still can enjoy a wide view of Seoul city from one of the side of the hill and there is also a place called Love Lock deck, where you can hang a key lock writen with your wish and pray for your loved one. When we arrive on time we can see the sunset here and it is quite magnificent to see.
DAY 2 : SEOUL CITY NEIGBORHOODS
The day will start by visiting Blue House (Cheongwadae), The Presidential House which open for public since 2022. Then we go to Namsangol Hanok Village, A replica of Korean traditional village's houses "Hanok". Also comprises five restored Hanok houses once belonged to aristocrats and government officials of the Joseon dynasty. For a special Lunch, we are going to eat at Sindangdong Tteokbokki Town, a historic neigborhood in Seoul comprises many restaurants sold the Korean's most famous dishes sweet spicy rice cakes Tteokbokki for decades.
In the afternoon, we are going to explore the Seoul retro neigborhood Seonsu-dong, a previously old industrial spaces that revamped into a hip spots. It’s packed with eccentric creatives, galleries, murals and up-and-coming businesses. Old shoe factories and metal workshops have been replaced by artisanal leather boutiques and spots where you sip your coffee among exposed brickwork, raw concrete and upcycled furnishing.
In the afternoon, we are going to explore the Seoul retro neigborhood Seonsu-dong, a previously old industrial spaces that revamped into a hip spots. It’s packed with eccentric creatives, galleries, murals and up-and-coming businesses. Old shoe factories and metal workshops have been replaced by artisanal leather boutiques and spots where you sip your coffee among exposed brickwork, raw concrete and upcycled furnishing.
DAY 3 : Please choose 1 of 2
Opt 1: CHUNCHEON (NAMI ISLAND) & WINTER FESTIVAL
From your hotel in Seoul heading to Nami Island in Chuncheon city, a half-moon shape island covered with snowy trees that looks like magic during winter, continued to Petite France a replica of French Village with colorful houses and vintage French stuffs museum, then visit The Garden of Morning Calm to enjoy the magnificent view of the Winter Light Festival. Evening back to Seoul city.
From your hotel in Seoul heading to Nami Island in Chuncheon city, a half-moon shape island covered with snowy trees that looks like magic during winter, continued to Petite France a replica of French Village with colorful houses and vintage French stuffs museum, then visit The Garden of Morning Calm to enjoy the magnificent view of the Winter Light Festival. Evening back to Seoul city.
Opt 2: The Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Visit and learn about the brothers' war and the painful history of Korea divided into two nations and how the war resulted in this symbolic location. From the Dora Observatory many South Korean (North Korean defector) visit this spot expecting to view a glimpse of North Korea in remembrance of their old hometown and their long lost relatives reside.
Visit and learn about the brothers' war and the painful history of Korea divided into two nations and how the war resulted in this symbolic location. From the Dora Observatory many South Korean (North Korean defector) visit this spot expecting to view a glimpse of North Korea in remembrance of their old hometown and their long lost relatives reside.
DAY 4 : SOKCHO, SEORAK-SAN
From Dongdaemun History Culture Park going to Sokcho city and hike up to Seorak-san Mountain the most picturesque mountain with a rock that shapes like a back of an ancient dragon, also visit the Big Buddha at Sinheungsa Temple. Then continue to Naksansa Temple, a historical temple that has a 1300-year history with a beautiful sea view, evening back to Seoul hotel. Special Dinner.
DAY 5 : SEOUL TREND & LANDMARK
Enjoy time in the morning exploring the busy Myeong-dong shopping district make the last stop to purchase the local Korean branded goods, eating Korean street foods, check out from the hotel. Last stop before heading airport is visiting the Lotte World Tower, the world's 5th tallest tower where the Seoul Sky observatory is, walk-on the glass-surface floor and enjoy the 360deg of Seoul city at the height of 500 meters above.
Tour finished at 1:00 PM then we will transfer you to Incheon Airport for departure back to your country.
If your flight is early the afternoon (around ~3PM), we skip the Seoul Sky (Lotte World Tower) before going to the airport. Tour finished at 1:00 PM
Tour finished at 1:00 PM then we will transfer you to Incheon Airport for departure back to your country.
If your flight is early the afternoon (around ~3PM), we skip the Seoul Sky (Lotte World Tower) before going to the airport. Tour finished at 1:00 PM
Itinerary subject to change based on local city conditions, emergency rules applies
inclusive
INCLUSIVE
• Hotel accommodation (twin sharing)
• Airport pickup and transfer, local transportation to Chuncheon and Sokcho city (Van), Seoul City Bus
• Ferry to Nami island
• Tourist Entrance Fees, Jjimjilbang Korean Sauna, including special entrance discount to Seoul Sky observatory
• Hanbok experience, wearing hanbok costume to walk inside the Royal Palace/Bukchon Hanok Village
• No Mandatory Shopping! Free from tourist shop traps Ginseng center outlet, Red pine shop and Amethyst factory!
• Hotel accommodation (twin sharing)
• Airport pickup and transfer, local transportation to Chuncheon and Sokcho city (Van), Seoul City Bus
• Ferry to Nami island
• Tourist Entrance Fees, Jjimjilbang Korean Sauna, including special entrance discount to Seoul Sky observatory
• Hanbok experience, wearing hanbok costume to walk inside the Royal Palace/Bukchon Hanok Village
• No Mandatory Shopping! Free from tourist shop traps Ginseng center outlet, Red pine shop and Amethyst factory!
excludes
• Flight, Airport tax
• South Korea Visa (fill up the application form can be assisted)
• Meals (we will recommend the type of meals) - You can request full group Meals at additional
• Personal expenses, travel insurance (please purchase on your own for your own safety)
• Tips for Guides/Drivers - in cash Korean Won
• South Korea Visa (fill up the application form can be assisted)
• Meals (we will recommend the type of meals) - You can request full group Meals at additional
• Personal expenses, travel insurance (please purchase on your own for your own safety)
• Tips for Guides/Drivers - in cash Korean Won
TOUR CODE: KR-WTW2465