9 Days Korea Seoul, Mt. Seoraksan National Park, Andong, Gyeongju, Busan Tour

 Day 1: Arrive in Seoul

Arrive at Incheon International Airport in Seoul, where you will be met and transferred to your downtown hotel. After check-in the balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Seoul.

 Day 2: Seoul

A full day tour of Metropolitan city of Seoul includes the National Museum of Korea which displays rich and priceless artifacts from prehistoric Korea to the end of the Joseon Dynasty, Changdeokgung Palace / Biwon (Secret Garden), Insadong Antique District, Jogyesa Temple, and Namdaemun Market. Overnight in Seoul. Includes: (B).

Day3:Seoul - DMZ & 3rd Tunnel -Seoul

Today tour includes the North Korea's 3rd Infiltration Tunnel within DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), Mt. Dora Observation Platform for a view of the North Korean territory, and Dorasan Railroad Station opened in DMZ. Overnight in Seoul. Includes: (B).

Day4:Seoul - Naksansa Temple - Mt.Seoraksan National Park

Today, we journey to Mt. Seoraksan National Park, making it the "Alps of Asia". En route to Naksansa Temple, set at the edge of the ocean.This afternoon explore Mt. Seoraksan National Park with visits to Gwongeumseong Fortress by cable car, Sinheungsa Temple, Cheonbuldong Valley, and Biseondae (Flying Fairy Rock). Overnight at a hotel at the foot of Mt. Seoraksan. Includes: (B).

 Day5:Mt.Seoraksan National Park - Buseoksa Temple - Andong-Hanok (Korean traditional houses) Stay.

This morning travel to Andong, one of the last living vestiges of old Korea. En route to Buseoksa Temple, established in 676 A.D., one of Korea's most venerated temples with 5 national treasures and 3 treasures, the panoramic mountains' spreading views from the temple are spectacular. Continue to Jirye Artists' Colony (Jirye Art Village) for Hanok (Korean traditional houses) Stay in Andong. Dinner at the colony to taste a typical regional food. Overnight atthe Hanok of the Colony in Andong. (B), (D).

Day6:Andong -Hahoe Historic Village -Gyeongju

A morning tour of Andong visits Dosanseowon Confucian Academy and Andong Folk Museum. Proceed to Hahoe Historic Village, added to the UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List in 2010. Continue to Gyeongju where was the capital of the Silla Dynasty from 57 B.C. to 935 A.D., and designated by UNESCO as one of the world's ten most historically significant sites. Overnight in Gyeongju. Includes: (B). 

Day7:Gyeongju

A full day tour of Gyeongju includes Bulguksa Temple, added to the UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List in 1995, Seokguram Grotto, added to the UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List in 1995, Bunhwangsa Pagoda, Gyeongju National Museum, Anapji Pond, Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, and the 15th century built Family Choi's House. Overnight in Gyeongju. Includes: (B). 

Day8:Gyeongju -Busan

This morning drive to Busan, the country's principal international port city. En route, visit Tongdosa Temple where houses holy relics (a piece of bone from the Buddha's skull, his robe, and begging bowl). An afternoon tour of Busan includes Yongdusan Park, Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, Taejongdae Seaside Cliff Park (Taejongdae Resort Park), and UN Memorial Cemetery. Overnight in Busan. Includes: (B).

 Day9:Departure

Transfer to Busan (Gimhae) Domestic Airport, then fly to Seoul and connect with international flight at Incheon International Airport for departure. Includes: (B).