DAY 01 (Arrive in Seoul)
Arrive in Seoul at Inchoen International Airport,
where you will be met by our representative and
transfer to your hotel. Balance of day is free for
your own leisure time or rest.
Seoul is a city of contrasts. In this rapidly evolving
metropolis, the traditional exists with the modern
in a state of
harmony. For over 500 years the seat of Choson Dynasty
kings, Seoul is now the beating heart of modern
Korea, the
centre to which all else in the country is drawn.
Overnight in Seoul. Dinner if required.
DAY 02 (Seoul)
After breakfast, start in the morning a tour of
the city of Seoul, including National Folk Museum,
and Kyongbok Palace. Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan for
a view of Metropolitan city of Seoul.
In the afternoon we will visit the Blue House (Presidential
Residence), Secret Garden & Changdeok Palace,
Insadong and etc.
Overnight in Seoul.
Of all the tourist attractions in Seoul, its Choson
Dynasty Palaces and particularly Kyongbuk Palace
are the most tangible
link between modern Korea and its not-too-distant
monarchical past. Not merely inert relics, they
are symbols of a deep
history and rich culture. Although substantially
reduced in number, the remaining palace buildings
provide a glimpse of
traditional architecture and the overall organization
of a palace grounds.
General Yi Song-gye (King T'aejo) ordered the construction
of Kyongbok-gung ("Palace of Shining Happiness")
in
1934, two years after founding the Choson Dynasty.
In its original form, it is said to have had about
500 buildings. For
the next 200 years, Kyongbok-gung was the seat of
government and the royal residence of Choson Dynasty
kings.
Overnight in Seoul. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 03 (Yongin)
In the morning, we visit the Korean Folk Village
where the old traditional style houses and life
style of 18th-19th century
are being practiced by people living in the village.
Depart to Everland themepark.
Each season, visitors are treated to a kaleidoscope
of flowers festivals like the tulips, rose, lilies
or chrysanthemum. For those thrill-seekers, take
on the challenge of the Suspended Roller-Coaster,
the Amazon Express Water Adventure or the Double-loop
& Cork-Screw Coaster.
(Breakfast / Dinner)
DAY 04 (Seoul, South Korea - DMZ - Mt Geumgangsan,
North Korea)
Today we travel to Mt Geumgangsan.
On November 18, 1998, the Geumgangsan Diamond Mountains
Tour was opened to South Koreans for the first time
in the fifty years since the South-North demarcation
was incised across the nation¡¯s waistline at the
38th parallel.
We check in to our floating hotel with some free
time to enjoy hotspring bathing.
NOTE : The North Korea section of our programme
is NOT an exclusive Adventures Abroad excursion.
For these two
days, we will be travelling with other passengers
who are not travelling with Adventures Abroad. Single
rooms may NOT
be available for the 2 nights in N Korea. Single
supplements can be prorated to reflect sharing for
these two nights, if
necessary.
Overnight at Mt Geumgangsan Oceanside area. Haegeumgang
Hotel. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 05 (Mt Geumgangsan Area)
Today we will have a walking excursion in this famously
scenic area. Our chosen course (Guryongyeon) follows
the flow of the valley, through breathtaking rock
formations and pools of unbelievably clear water.
The walkways are fairly easy
to maneuver and there are guides available to help
along the way. Most people average between 4~5 hours
for the course,
although those more experienced hikers may only
require 1~2 hours. We will take our time and enjoy
the marvelous
views. Currently this course is the most popular
among visitors to the Diamond Mountains.
Tonight we have a chance to enjoy a local circus
show. Overnight at Mt Geumgangsan Oceanside area.
Haegeumgang Hotel. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 06 (Mt Geumgangsan,- Mt Sorak)
We travel to Mt Sorak through the picturesque countryside.
Upon arrival in Mt Sorak we will take a rest and
enjoy hotspring pools and sauna.
Overnight Mt Sorak. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 07 (Mt Sorak Area)
Ascend to the summit by cable car (subject to weather
conditions). Take a peek at the impressive Kwon
Kum Seong Fortress, which commands an excellent
view of the Outer Sorak region. Stopover at the
ancient Shinheungsa Temple, a historical monument
constructed during the Shilla era. Tonight, you
will stay the night at Phoenix Park or Dragon Valley
YongPyong or similar
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
This afternoon we proceed to Gosung Unification
Observatory located on the borderline with North
Korea.
Overnight in Mt Sorak. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 08 (Mt Sorak - Haeinsa)
After breakfast, transfer to Gayasan National Park,
here we visit the World Heritage Korean Cultural
Treasure called Tripikata Koreana at the Haeinsa
Temple. It was made during the Goryo Dynasty to
protect the country from the Mongolian troops by
Buddha's power.
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tripitakana
consists of over 80,000 pieces of inscripted wooden
plates carved during the Koryo Dynasty. It took
more than 15 years to complete this incredible work.
Overnight in Haiensa. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 09 (Haeinsa - Gyeongju)
Today we take a very scenic drive down to Gyeongju
passing tiny fishing villages.
We start Gyeongju city tour and visit to the amazing
Tumuli Park, Bulguksa temple, Seokguram Grotto,
Cheomseongdae, Gyeongju National Museum.and etc.
Gyeongju, as the capital of the Silla Kingdom for
almost a thousand years, preserves vast amount of
significant and fascinating historical heritages.
Along with Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto,
the Gyeongju Historical District has been designated
as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Due to the bountiful
historical, natural and cultural attractions, this
region has long been a major tourist destination
in Korea.
Around Gyeongju there are hundreds of royal tombs,
temples, palace sites, fortress ruins, pagodas and
rock sculptures.
Finely crafted gold and silver ornaments, skilfully
shaped clay figures and pottery, metal utensils
and weapons and an
astonishing number of other objects discovered here
are now displayed in the Kyongju museum which we
visit. We also
observe scraps of Silla Literature and the legends
that are preserved in ancient books and annals.
Overnight in Gyeongju. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 09 (Gyeongju)
A free day to explore Gyeongju by bus, bike or on
foot. Mt. Namsan is an area of outstanding natural
beauty with many trails leading to ancient tombs,
temples and carvings.
The Namsan area of Gyeongju is called the Namsan
District. This is where many stone Buddhist statues,
stone pagodas and about 100 temples sites are found.
Here you can find Poseokjeong Pavillion, which was
part of the dwelling the King had prepared outside
of the palace for feasts. The Namsan District has
many relics spread about the area. You might feel
like you took a ride on a time machine to the Buddhist
temple of the past.
Overnight in Gyeongju. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 10 (Busan)
Depart for Pusan, Korea's largest port city via
Tongdosa Temple. Stay one nights at the Pusan
Pusan has been the principal port of Korea since
1878. Today's Pusan tour includes Pumosa Temple,Taejongdae,
Jagalchi Fishery Market, UN Memorial Cemetery, Pusan
Tower and Youngdusan Park.
Overnight in Busan. Breakfast and dinner.
DAY 11 (Busan - Seoul)
Return to Seoul and City tour continues to explore
more of fasscinating culture or shop (Pulmuwon Kimchi
Museum, Coex aquarium, Insadong street & Itaewon
market etc.) Bongeunsa temple.
Dinner at the local restaurant.
DAY 12 (Departure)
Whole day at leisure or optional tour before transferring
to Incheon Int'l Airport.
for departure.
NOTE: LAND ONLY PASSENEGER MUST ENSURE THAT THEIR
FLIGHT FROM SEOUL / INCHEON
ALLOWS FOR THE INCOMING FLIGHT FROM BUSAN. THOSE
WITH EARLY FLIGHTS FROM INCHEON
MAY HAVE TO SPEND AN EXTRA NIGHT AT THEIR EXPENSE.
(Breakfast.)
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