10-Day South Korea Cherry Blossom Tour
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 10-day journey through South Korea, starting on Jeju Island with cherry blossoms. In Busan, enjoy the ocean breeze and street food, then experience the vibrant cherry blossom festival in Jinhae. Explore the historic sites of Gyeongju, and discover modern culture in Seoul. Conclude with a visit to the Korean DMZ, where history speaks.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival, Seoul
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Upon arrival in Seoul, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure—either relax at the hotel or explore the city at your own pace.
Accommodation
Orakai Daehakro Hotel
Transportations
Private Driver from Incheon to Orakai Daehakro Hotel
Destinations
Seoul
Day 2
Seoul - Jeju Island, Eastern Part Highlights
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Take a morning flight from Seoul to Jeju Island. Visit Weoljeongri Beach, hike up Seongsan Ilchulbong for panoramic views, and explore Seongeup Folk Village to learn about Jeju’s traditional culture.
Accommodation
LOTTE City Hotel Jeju
Activities
Woljeongri Beach
Seongsan Ilchulbong
Seongeup Folk Village
Transportations
Plane from Seoul to Jeju Island
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seoul
Jeju-si
Seogwipo-si
Day 3
Jeju Island, Southern Part Highlights
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Start your day at a tea plantation to learn traditional tea-making. Continue to Songaksan Mountain for panoramic views, then visit the Jusangjeolli Cliffs and Cheonjiyeon Waterfall. End the day exploring Dongmun Market’s local goods and street food.
Accommodation
LOTTE City Hotel Jeju
Activities
Songaksan
Jusangjeolli Cliff
Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
Dongmun Market
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Jeju-si
Seogwipo-si
Jecheon-si
Day 4
Jeju Island - Busan, Gamcheon Culture Village
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Take a morning flight to Busan and visit Gamcheon Culture Village. Ride the Songdo Marine Cable Car for coastal views, then explore Jagalchi Fish Market for fresh seafood. End the day at your hotel in Busan.
Accommodation
Shilla Stay Haeundae
Activities
Gamcheon Culture Village
Songdo Beach
Jagalchi Fish Market
Transportations
Plane from Jeju Island to Busan
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Jeju-si
Busan
South Korea
Day 5
Busan Cherry Blossom Season Tour
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Begin your day at Yonggungsa Temple with ocean views, then ride the Sky Capsule along Busan’s coastline. Relax at Haeundae Beach and explore Haeundae Market. Finish at Nurimaru APEC House, surrounded by cherry blossoms.
Accommodation
Shilla Stay Haeundae
Activities
Haedong Yonggungsa
Haeundae Sky Capsule
Haeundae Beach
Haeundae Market
Nurimaru APEC House
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Busan
South Korea
Day 6
Busan - Jinhae - Busan, Jinhae Cherry Blossom
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Take a day trip to Jinhae and walk along Yeojwacheon Stream, surrounded by cherry blossoms. Visit Gyeonghwa Station, where trees line the tracks in a picture-perfect display of spring.
Accommodation
Shilla Stay Haeundae
Activities
Yeojwacheon Stream
Gyeonghwa Station
Transportations
Private Driver from Busan to Jinhae-gu
Private Driver from Jinhae-gu to Busan
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Busan
Changwon-si
Day 7
Busan - Gyeongju - Seoul, Bulguksa Temple
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Begin your day at Bulguksa Temple, followed by a visit to Seokguram Grotto for scenic views. Explore Daereungwon Tumuli Park and Cheomseongdae Observatory. In the evening, take the KTX train back to Seoul.
Accommodation
Orakai Daehakro Hotel
Activities
Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto
Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Cheomseongdae
Transportations
Train from Cheomseongdae Observatory to Seoul
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Busan
Gyeongju-si
Seoul
Day 8
Korean DMZ Tour
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Visit the Korean DMZ, starting at Imjingak Park and the Freedom Bridge. Explore the 3rd Tunnel and the DMZ Exhibition. Finish with views of North Korea from the Odusan Observatory before returning to Seoul.
Accommodation
Orakai Daehakro Hotel
Activities
Bridge of Freedom
Imjingak Park
The Third Tunnel
Odusan Unification Observation Deck
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seoul
Paju-si
Day 9
Explore Seoul’s iconic sites this season, starting with a stroll through
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Start your day at Gyeongbokgung Palace and watch the Guard Changing Ceremony. Visit Bukchon Hanok Village, then head to Gwangjang Market for local food. Finish with shopping in Insa-dong.
Accommodation
Orakai Daehakro Hotel
Activities
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Bukchon Hanok Village
Gwangjang Market
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seoul
Day 10
Seoul, Departure
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Enjoy your final day in Korea at your own pace—whether exploring, shopping, or relaxing. When it’s time, you’ll be transferred to Incheon International Airport for your departure. Safe travels.
Transportations
Private Driver from Seoul to Incheon
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Seoul
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What’s included?
- 9 nights accommodation
- 27 activities
- 9 breakfasts
- Airport transfer
- Domestic flights
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju-do, South Korea|Woljeongri Beach, Jeju-do, South Korea|Seongeup Folk Village, Jeju-do, South Korea|Songaksan, Jeju-do, South Korea|Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeju-do, South Korea|Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, Jeju-do, South Korea|Dongmun Market, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea|Jagalchi Fish Market, Busan, South Korea|Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan, South Korea|Songdo Beach, , South Korea|Haedong Yonggungsa, Busan, South Korea|Haeundae Sky Capsule, Busan, South Korea|Haeundae Beach, , South Korea|Haeundae Market, Busan, South Korea|Nurimaru APEC House, Busan, South Korea|Yeojwacheon Stream, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea|Gyeonghwa Station, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea|Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea|Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea|Cheomseongdae, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea|The Third Tunnel, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea|Odusan Unification Observation Deck, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea|Bridge of Freedom, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea|Imjingak Park, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea|Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea|Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul, South Korea|Gwangjang Market, Seoul, South Korea