Das Beste von Südkorea

Das Beste von Südkorea

• Trip code: 446X000
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

Bereit für eine einzigartige Reiseerfahrung? Südkorea bietet sie dir – und mehr. Auf diesem achttägigen Trip erlebst du die Highlights in und rund um Seoul und besuchst Folk Villages, einzigartige koreanische Tempel und die lebhaften Märkte von Busan. Lerne die düstere Geschichte zwischen Nord- und Südkorea kennen und mache einen Ausflug in die Demilitarisierte Zone, die die beiden Länder trennt. Dies ist die perfekte Einführung in ein Land, das gerade dabei ist, sich wieder als Top-Reiseziel zu etablieren.

Übersicht

Checklist

Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: During the colder months (Oct-Apr) the regions can be very cold, so please make sure you pack warm clothes

Group Size Notes

Max. 16, im Schnitt 12

Meal Budget

Plane USD220-290 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Meals Included

7 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen

Packing Note

During the colder months (Oct-Apr) the regions can be very cold, so please make sure you pack warm clothes

Start / Finish

von Seoul

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Overnight Temple Stay, Gyeongju-si. Stadttour von Seoul. Besuch der DMZ. Stadttour von Gyeongju. Besuch des Yangdong Folk Village. Besuch des Haedong Yonggungsa Tempels. Stadttour von Busan. Ausflug zum Haeundae Beach und Insel Dongbaek (APEC House). Besuch des N Seoul Tower. Ausflug zum Namdaemun Markt. Alle Transfers zwischen den Reisezielen sowie zu inbegriffenen Aktivitäten und zurück

Introduction

Bereit für eine einzigartige Reiseerfahrung? Südkorea bietet sie dir – und mehr. Auf diesem achttägigen Trip erlebst du die Highlights in und rund um Seoul und besuchst Folk Villages, einzigartige koreanische Tempel und die lebhaften Märkte von Busan. Lerne die düstere Geschichte zwischen Nord- und Südkorea kennen und mache einen Ausflug in die Demilitarisierte Zone, die die beiden Länder trennt. Dies ist die perfekte Einführung in ein Land, das gerade dabei ist, sich wieder als Top-Reiseziel zu etablieren

Optional Activities

Seoul
- Gwangjang-Markt
- Besuch im historischen Museum von Seoul (Gratis)
- N Seoul Tower Observatorium (16000KRW pro Person)
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Gangnam
- Besuch der Schwimmenden Insel
- Regenbogenwasserspiel an der Banpo-Brücke (Gratis)
- Kimchi & Hanbok-Erlebnis (25-89USD pro Person)
- Samsung Leeum Gallery
- Besuch im Stadtviertel Itaewon (Gratis)

Busan
- Jjimjilbang
- Karaoke
- Night Yacht Ride
- Busan Monorail Ride

Accommodation

Standard-Hotels (6 N), Tempel (1 N)

Transport

Privater Minibus, Zug, U-Bahn, zu Fuß

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise, lokale Guides

Highlights

Besuche die Demilitarisierte Zone zwischen Nord- und Südkorea, übernachte in einem Tempel in Gyeongju-si, lass dir die himmlische koreanische Küche schmecken

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Itinerary

Day 1 Seoul

Welcome to Seoul! As fellow travellers are arriving throughout the day, there are no planned activities until a group meeting at 6 pm. Check into the hotel and enjoy the city

Day 2 Seoul

Sit back and relax on a private bus and enjoy a tour of the bustling metropolis where modern skyscrapers, high-tech subways and pop culture meet Buddhist temples and street markets. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folklore Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong alley

Day 3 Seoul/Gyeongju-si

After breakfast, board a high speed bullet train for a relaxing morning ride through the countryside to Gyeongju. Once the group arrives to this old capital city for 1,000 years, they will experience an overnight stay in a local temple. During the stay the group will learn about temple etiquette, watch a monk martial arts performance, experience the daily prayer ritual and a temple style dinner

Day 4 Gyeongju-si/Busan

Enjoy a peaceful morning meditation, martial arts practice, and drum and bell ritual before exploring in Gyeongiu. On the city tour visit to the UNESCO site of Bulguksa Temple located on the slopes of Mount Toham and admire the national treasures there, such as Dabotap and Seokgatap stone pagodas, Cheongun-gyo, and two gilt-bronze statues of Buddha. Enjoy a visit to Yangdong Folk Village, a 500-year-old UNESCO site located in Gyeongju National Park, to get a feel for life during the early Joseon Dynasty. Afterwards, experience the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia, Cheomseongdae Observatory, and the surrounding Royal Tombs. After a great day in Gyeongju, travel by private bus to Busan

Day 5 Busan

Spend the day getting to know colourful Busan visiting the 14th century seaside temple hidden in the rocks - Haedong Yonggungsa. After exploring the temple, visit the colourful Gamcheon Culture Village, the bustling Jagalchi fish market, Gukjesijang market, and Yongdusan Park. The evening is yours to explore as you wish. Opt to take a see the Busan skyline with a nighttime yacht experience or ride the Coastal Monorail

Day 6 Busan/Seoul

In the seaside city of Busan, visit Haeundae Beach and Dongbaekseom Island, before traveling back to Seoul. After arriving in Seoul by train, check out Korea's oldest traditional market - Namdaemun Market. Then make your way by cable car to N Seoul Tower to see this beautiful landmark and opt to make the trip up to the observation deck. Spend the rest of your day in Seoul opting to see Banpo Bridge, the floating islands, or hanging out in the Gangnam district

Day 7 Seoul

Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), founded in 1953, separating North and South Korea. With over a million soldiers on watch each day, it is one of the last remnants of the Cold War. With a buffer zone 4km wide and spanning 250 km long there has been very little development in the area, therefore nature and wildlife have pretty much taken over. Spend about 3-4 hours visiting the Demilitarized Zone, then head to The War Memorial of Korea. Later, return back to Seoul for another night in the city

Day 8 Seoul

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Seoul

After the welcome meeting, join your CEO for an orientation walk down Cheonggyecheon Stream to learn about Seoul while walking past small waterfalls and nearly two dozen overhead bridges. Then, enjoy the dense grid of streets found in the bustling neighbourhood of Myeongdong which is packed with people at all hours of the day looking to enjoy some of the best shopping, street food, and nightlife in all of Korea.

Opt for a group dinner to end your first night! The most convenient way to get around South Korea is by public transportation and on foot. The country's train system is world renowned so the majority of our trips utilize this efficient train network. In this tour, you will need to be able to spend the majority of the day on your feet and carry your luggage through busy train stations and streets. Please ensure you are fit enough to carry your own luggage and spend most of the day on your feet

Day 2 Seoul

After exploring the city, opt to see a show, explore a local museum, or hit the pavement and eat your way through street markets trying local fares such as bibimbap, soondae, and kimchi.

Day 3 Seoul/Gyeongju-si

Stay in rooms called Ondol. These rooms are very traditional, heated to be cozy and comfortable, with beds made up directly on the floor. The rooms here are multi-share, divided up by male and female rooms. Enjoy a traditional dinner and breakfast during the stay.

Have the opportunity to learn about temple etiquette, experience the daily drum and bell ritual and take an easy hike up to the only stone cave temple in Korea for morning meditation.

Day 4 Gyeongju-si/Busan

Day 5 Busan

Day 6 Busan/Seoul

Day 7 Seoul

Opt to visit the Samsung Leeum Contemporary Gallery, explore the Itaewon neighbourhood, or prebook the Kimchi making and Hanbok experience.

Day 8 Seoul