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South Korea Group Tour

12-day South Korea group adventure from Seoul to Jeju Island

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Euroventure's 12-day South Korea Group Tour begins in Seoul and ends on Jeju Island, taking small groups of up to 22 people through five destinations: Seoul, Sokcho, Gyeongju, Busan, and Jeju. The itinerary balances city exploration, outdoor activity, and cultural immersion. In Seoul, you start with Korean BBQ and visit the Demilitarised Zone and North Korean border landmarks. From there the tour moves north to Seoraksan National Park for hiking, south through Gyeongju for a cycling tour and overnight stay at a Buddhist temple, then to Busan's waterfront and markets, and finally to Jeju Island for traditional diver performances, a liquor workshop, and an Olle Trail trek. Bilingual Adventure Leaders accompany the group throughout. Accommodation alternates between hostels, traditional bathhouses, and temples, keeping costs low while building cultural connection. This suits independent travellers who want guided structure without luxury hotels, food enthusiasts drawn to Korean cuisine and workshops, and fit travellers comfortable with regular hiking and walking.

What to know before you look closer

  • Group tours cap at 22 people; confirm exact group size when booking.
  • Flights to Seoul and from Jeju Island are not included; arrange separately.
  • Accommodation includes hostels, bathhouses, and a temple stay alongside standard hotels; final hotel types and comfort level depend on availability and the tier selected.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Seoul

    Seoul

    Arrive in Seoul, meet the tour leader and group over Korean BBQ, then head to Namsan Mountain for a night view of the city.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Seoul

    Seoul

    Visit the Korean Demilitarised Zone and Dorasan Station, the northernmost train stop in South Korea, with a chance to see North Korean villages via the Dora Observatory. Explore Seoul's ancient and modern districts.

  3. Day 4overnight: Jjimjilbang bathhouse, Sokcho

    Sokcho

    Hike to Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan National Park for spectacular views. Visit Abai, a village of North Korean refugees, then spend the evening in a traditional Korean bathhouse.

  4. Day 5overnight: Golgulsa Temple, Gyeongju

    Gyeongju

    Travel to Seoul Station then Gyeongju. Cycle to the Cheonmachong Ancient Tombs (Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Tumuli Park) and Cheomseongdae, East Asia's oldest astronomical observatory. Dinner at Dosol Maeul, a traditional Korean restaurant. Overnight stay at Golgulsa Temple, learning Sunmudo and taking part in meditation classes.

  5. Day 7overnight: Busan

    Busan

    Visit South Korea's biggest seafood market, Nampo-dong and the Marine Cable Car. Free day to explore, with options including a coastal walk, cliffside temple or bathhouse.

  6. Day 10overnight: Jeju Island

    Jeju Island

    Ferry arrival followed by a Haenyeo Divers Experience, a traditional liquor making workshop, Sunset Point, a day-long trek along the Jeju Olle Trail with a visit to Jeongbang Waterfall, and a beach BBQ party. Trip ends here.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Arrive in Seoul and meet your group over Korean BBQ, then ascend Namsan Mountain for night views of the city.
  • Day 2Visit the Korean Demilitarised Zone and Dorasan Station; view North Korean villages from the Dora Observatory.
  • Day 4Hike to Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan National Park for panoramic views, then relax in a traditional Korean bathhouse.
  • Day 5Overnight at Golgulsa Temple in Gyeongju: meditate, learn sunmudo martial arts, and take tea with a Buddhist monk.

Included

  • Accommodation (including hostels, bathhouses and temples)
  • Bilingual Adventure Leaders
  • Transport within South Korea
  • Welcome dinner of Korean barbeque (Seoul)
  • Visit to the Demilitarized Zone with the chance to talk to a North Korean defector (Seoul)
  • Overnight stay at Jjimjilbang traditional bathhouses (Sokcho)
  • Overnight stay at Golgulsa Temple, including meditation and chanting services, traditional arts performance, sunmudo lesson, tea with a Buddhist monk and Buddhist meals (Gyeongju)
  • BBQ party by the beach (Jeju)
  • Views of Seoul from Namsan Mountain (Seoul)
  • Visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace (Seoul)
  • Walk around Bukchon Hanok Village (Seoul)
  • Visit to Insadong art street (Seoul)
  • Visit to Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho town, Abai Village via cable pulley boat, and the Lighthouse Observatory (Sokcho)
  • Cycling tour of Gyeongju
  • Traditional Liquor Making Workshop (Jeju)
  • Hike to the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong (Jeju)
  • Haenyeo Divers performance by the beach (Jeju)
  • Day trek along the Jeju Olle Trail (Jeju)

Not included

  • Visas
  • Flights to tour start and end points
  • Meals and drinks not listed

Questions travellers ask

Is this tour guided or independent?
It is a guided small group tour with bilingual Adventure Leaders throughout the 12 days.
What is the group size?
Maximum 22 people per group.
Does the price include flights?
No. The from-price of GBP 1,399 covers accommodation, in-country transport, most meals, activities, and the bilingual leader. Flights to Seoul and from Jeju Island must be booked separately. Visas are also not included.
What types of accommodation are included?
Accommodation ranges from hostels to traditional Korean bathhouses (jjimjilbang) and a Buddhist temple. The exact mix depends on the itinerary and your chosen tier.
When does the tour run?
Departures are available from July to November 2026, with 13 scheduled dates across those months.
How much walking and activity is involved?
The tour includes hiking to Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan National Park, a full-day trek on the Jeju Olle Trail, cycling in Gyeongju, and coastal walks. This is not a sedentary tour.

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