Impressions of South Korea

Jeonju Hanok Village Gyeonggijeon Hall in Jeonju, Korea — Land and Rail Tour
Impressions of South Korea
2027

Land Tour

Itinerary Inclusions Highlights Extensions Stopovers Testimonials FAQs Trip Notes

See the very best of South Korea on a 10-day holiday. Learn how to make bibimbap, Korea’s celebrated rice dish as you indulge in incredible cuisine throughout your luxury journey and delve into the culture and history of the country at ancient palaces, sacred temples and the demilitarised zone on the North Korean border.

Travel with no more than 24 guests for a more intimate and personalised experience.

Route

Seoul return

Travel Information

10 Days Land Tour

Trip code KA10

Itinerary

To view the itinerary in greater depth, simply click on your preferred day from the interactive list to unveil its details. Discover daily activities, immersive experiences and insider local tips that make your travel unforgettable.

Seoul to Seoul

10 days / 9 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Seoul

Signature Experience

Day 2

Seoul

Signature Experience

Day 3

Seoul, Demilitarised Zone

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Seoul, Yongin, Jeonju

Signature Experience

Day 5

Jeonju, Damyang, Gwangju

Signature Experience

Day 6

Gwangju, Busan

Day 7

Busan

Day 8

Busan, Gyeongju

Day 9

Gyeongju, Seoul

Signature Experience

Day 10

Depart Seoul

Coach/Vehicle

Rail

Stay/Stop name (no. of nights)

Trip Inclusions

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

Small Group Tour - maximum of 24 guests

Nine nights of luxury accommodation

Locally inspired dining – a total of 19 meals

Experiences in eight destinations

Freedom of Choice inclusion in one location

Services of an APT Tour Director

Return airport transfers and gratuities included

Inclusions - KTX express train between two destinations

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.

The NANTA is a famous South Korean non-verbal, comic musical performance.

Nan-ta Performance

Enjoy a high-energy Nan-ta performance combining comedy, music and cooking, brought to life through rhythm, movement and impressive stage effects.

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Demilitarised Zone Visit

Gain rare insight into Korea’s divide on a guided visit to the DMZ, where key sites reveal the history, tension and ongoing reality of one of the world’s most heavily guarded borders.

Photo taken in Manchester, United Kingdom

Bibimbap Cooking Class

Learn to prepare bibimbap, Korea’s iconic rice dish, in a hands-on cooking class. Discover key ingredients and techniques before enjoying your freshly made meal.

Busan Tower, a 118-metre-high tower built in 1973 at Yongdusan Park, located in Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea. Climb the 387-foot tall tower to get spectacular city views. Park is also home to various attractions, including Museum of Folk Musical Instruments and Youngdusan Art Museum.

Overlooking the city with Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park. Nampo-dong, Busan, South Korea.

Visit Busan Tower

Standing 120 metres tall, Busan Tower is a striking architectural landmark in the city. Located in Yongdusan Park, this iconic observation tower offers visitors stunning panoramic views and showcases impressive engineering.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

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Trip Alternatives and Extensions

More days means more to discover - with trip alternatives encompassing exciting cities and different regions, to trip extensions you can add before your escorted tour.

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What our customers are saying

Our Tour Director was amazing! Her personality, organisation and professionalism made the experience outstanding. She made this trip for us.
Kevin - KA10

This is the kind of APT tour that we have come to know and love. It is because of this wonderful Japan tour that we have now decided to book our next New Zealand holiday with APT next year.
Suzie - JAS26

Midori had an amazing knowledge of everything we saw along the way. They had a happy outlook, with nothing too much to ask.
Lesley - JAS26

We very much enjoyed learning more about Japan and its people who are very kind, helpful and honest.
Mary - JAS26

A most enjoyable tour where we made friends during the tour. Once again, Midori was great, thanks.
Trevor and Calnon - JAS26

Our tour director Nobu was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and informative about her country, with a good sense of humour. She was very caring and considerate, especially for people with mobility issues or illness.
Peter and Mary - JAS26

This was a truly outstanding trip in every way.
Henry and Megan - JAS26

South Korea Tours - Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
Cherry Blossom season in South Korea usually lasts from March to mid-April, however due to changeable weather, blooms cannot be guaranteed
Prices include airport transfers and gratuities. Luggage porterage is limited, as it is not commonly available in South Korea
Tickets to the DMZ are limited, and while every effort will be made to secure them, alternative touring options will be arranged if this is not possible.
Flights should arrive in Seoul before 4pm on Day 1
Prices are for land/rail only. International Flights are not included unless specified

Impressions of South Korea

Impressions of South Korea