Tour Code: Amazing Korea
International Tours | South Korea
Discover South Korea on an exciting 7-day journey from Seoul to Busan. Explore royal palaces, traditional villages, Buddhist temples, vibrant markets, modern Gangnam, COEX, and Lotte Tower. Experience KTX high-speed rail, scenic coastal trains, Sky Capsule, Haeundae Beach, colourful Gamcheon Village, and a memorable evening yacht cruise in Busan.
7 Nights / 8 Days
Delhi – Seoul/Incheon | Direct or Connecting Flight
Meet at Delhi International Airport approximately 4 hours before the scheduled flight departure. Assemble at the pre-decided meeting point, meet the tour coordinator, complete airline check-in, baggage drop, immigration and security formalities.
Board your international flight for Incheon International Airport (ICN), South Korea. The flight may operate directly or via a connecting city such as Bangkok, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore or another hub, depending on the selected airline.
Overnight: On board flight
South Korea's vibrant capital combines ancient royal palaces, Buddhist temples, traditional neighbourhoods, modern skyscrapers, shopping districts, K-pop culture, excellent public transport, lively markets and an exciting food scene for visitors.
Upon arrival at Incheon International Airport, complete immigration and baggage formalities. Proceed to the Airport Limousine Bus terminal and board the bus for Seoul.
Incheon Airport → Central Seoul. Airport Limousine Bus
Distance: Approx. 60–65 km , Travel Time: Approx. 70–90 minutes
Upon arrival in Seoul, walk or transfer to the hotel depending on its location. Check in and relax after the international journey.
In the evening, enjoy an orientation walk around the hotel area to become familiar with nearby convenience stores, restaurants, subway stations and local streets.
Evening Walk: Approx. 1–2 km | 20–40 minutes, Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Seoul 's Hotel
Hotel class: Hotel in Seoul
Meals: Dinner
Tour Mode: Mainly Walking
After breakfast, begin a fascinating walking tour through Seoul's historic centre.
Gyeongbokgung Palace -
Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung was the principal royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Its grand gates, throne halls, courtyards, gardens and mountain backdrop beautifully showcase Korea's royal architectural heritage.
Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony-
This colourful historical reenactment recreates Joseon-era royal guard traditions with ceremonial uniforms, flags, drums and military formations, providing visitors an atmospheric introduction to the customs of Korea's former royal court.
Gyeongbokgung → Bukchon Hanok Village
Bukchon Hanok Village -
Bukchon is a historic residential neighbourhood filled with traditional Korean hanok houses, sloping lanes, tiled rooftops and picturesque viewpoints, offering visitors a glimpse into Seoul's architectural heritage and traditional urban life.
Bukchon → Jogyesa Temple Insadong Street + Lunch
Jogyesa Temple
Jogyesa is the headquarters temple of Korean Jogye Buddhism, providing a peaceful spiritual setting in central Seoul with colourful prayer lanterns, traditional temple buildings, Buddhist ceremonies and impressive ancient trees.
Bukchon → Jogyesa Temple Insadong Street + Lunch
Insadong is Seoul's famous cultural street, lined with traditional craft shops, art galleries, souvenir stores, tea houses and restaurants, making it an enjoyable place to experience Korean culture, shopping and cuisine.
Lunch: Indian Restaurant / Korean Restaurant
Lunch + Exploration: Approx. 1–1½ hours
Insadong → Cheonggyecheon Stream
Cheonggyecheon is a beautifully restored urban stream flowing through central Seoul, featuring landscaped walking paths, bridges, public art and relaxing waterside spaces surrounded by the energetic atmosphere of the modern city.
Cheonggyecheon → Gwanghwamun Square
Gwanghwamun Square
Gwanghwamun Square is Seoul's landmark civic plaza, featuring statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, fountains and cultural spaces, with spectacular views toward Gyeongbokgung Palace and surrounding mountains.
Gwanghwamun → Myeong-dong
Myeongdong is one of Seoul's liveliest shopping districts, famous for Korean cosmetics, fashion stores, cafés, restaurants and colourful street-food stalls, creating an energetic atmosphere especially during the vibrant evening hours.
Enjoy free time for shopping.
Dinner: Indian Restaurant / Korean Restaurant
Return: Walk/Metro to hotel
Overnight: Seoul
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SEOUL – GANGNAM, COEX & LOTTE WORLD TOWER
After breakfast, travel by Seoul Metro to Gangnam for a full day exploring the modern side of the capital.
Hotel → Gangnam/Bongeunsa
Metro: Approx. 30–45 minutes depending on hotel location.
Bongeunsa Temple-
Founded in 794, Bongeunsa is a historic Buddhist temple surrounded by modern Gangnam skyscrapers. Peaceful halls, lanterns and a large Buddha statue create a striking contrast with contemporary Seoul's urban landscape.
Bongeunsa → Starfield COEX Mall
Starfield Library-
Starfield Library is a spectacular public reading space inside COEX Mall, famous for soaring bookshelves, open architecture and thousands of books, making it one of Gangnam's most photographed modern attractions.
The library is located inside COEX and is free to enter. Official Seoul tourism information lists daily opening from 10:30–22:00.
Starfield Library → Gangnam Style Statue
Gangnam Style Statue-
The Gangnam Style monument celebrates PSY's internationally famous K-pop song through its instantly recognisable crossed-hands dance pose, providing a fun photo stop within Seoul's modern COEX and Gangnam entertainment district.
Lunch & Shopping
Free time for lunch by own arrangement and shopping inside COEX Mall.
COEX Aquarium-
COEX Aquarium presents thousands of fascinating marine creatures through themed exhibits, colourful tanks and underwater environments, offering an entertaining indoor attraction for families and travellers within Seoul's enormous Starfield COEX Mall.
The aquarium is inside Starfield COEX Mall at B1.
COEX → Lotte World Tower
Metro: Approx. 10–15 minutes
Station → Tower: Approx. 5 minutes
Lotte World Tower-
Lotte World Tower dominates Seoul's skyline as one of the world's tallest skyscrapers, combining shopping, dining and entertainment with Seoul Sky Observatory, offering spectacular panoramic views across the enormous Korean capital.
Evening return to hotel by metro.
Lotte World → Central Seoul: Approx. 30–45 minutes
Overnight: Seoul
KTX Train -
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Seoul Station.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Seoul Station.
Seoul – Busan
Transport: KTX High-Speed Train
Distance: Approx. 417 km
Journey Time: Approx. 2 Hours 15 Minutes–2 Hours 45 Minutes
Board the KTX High-Speed Train for Busan.
Upon arrival at Busan Station, collect your luggage and proceed to the hotel by taxi.
Busan
Busan, South Korea's dynamic coastal city, combines beautiful beaches, mountains, colourful hillside communities, Buddhist temples, seafood markets and modern skyscrapers, offering travellers a refreshing contrast to the fast-paced capital, Seoul.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
Later, enjoy free time around the hotel and explore the nearby area.
Evening Beach Walk. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the beach and experience Busan's relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Lunch: By Own Arrangement Dinner: By Own Arrangement
Overnight: Busan's Hotel
Hotel class: Busan's Hotel
BUSAN – FULL-DAY COASTAL & CULTURAL TOUR
After breakfast, depart for a full-day sightseeing tour of Busan.
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Haedong Yonggungsa is a spectacular Buddhist temple positioned beside Busan's rocky coastline, combining traditional shrines, Buddha statues, stone stairways and sweeping ocean views rarely experienced at Korea's traditional mountain-based Buddhist temples.
Haedong Yonggungsa – Haeundae Blue Line Park
Haeundae Beach Train
Haeundae Beach Train follows Busan's picturesque eastern coastline, providing relaxing views of rocky shores, blue ocean and seaside neighbourhoods while connecting popular coastal destinations including Mipo, Cheongsapo and Songjeong.
Haeundae Sky Capsule
The colourful Haeundae Sky Capsules travel slowly above Busan's coastline, giving passengers private elevated views of the ocean, cliffs and railway below, creating one of the city's most memorable scenic experiences.
Haeundae Beach
Haeundae is Busan's best-known beach, famous for its broad sandy shoreline, beautiful sea, modern skyline, cafés and lively promenade, attracting local residents and international visitors throughout every season of the year.
Lunch - Lunch at an Indian restaurant in the Haeundae area.
Gamcheon Culture Village
Gamcheon Culture Village is a colourful hillside neighbourhood known for brightly painted houses, narrow alleys, murals, art installations and panoramic viewpoints overlooking Busan, creating one of the city's most photogenic cultural destinations.
Gamcheon Culture Village – Yacht Marina
Evening Yacht Cruise
A Busan yacht cruise offers beautiful evening views of the illuminated coastline, Marine City skyscrapers and Gwangan Bridge, creating a memorable experience combining refreshing ocean breezes, city lights and Busan's modern skyline.
Yacht Ride: Approx. 50–60 Minutes
After Dinner Trasfer to Hotel.
Dinner: Light Dinner
Overnight: Busan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
BUSAN – DELHI | BACK HOME
After breakfast, check out from the hotel according to the international flight schedule.
Hotel – Gimhae International Airport
Distance: Approx. 25–30 km from Haeundae Area
Travel Time: Approx. 45–60 Minutes
Arrive at the airport approximately 3 hours before the international flight departure and complete check-in, baggage, immigration and security formalities.
Board the flight for Delhi. Depending on the selected airline and flight schedule, the journey may operate via Bangkok, Vietnam or another international transit hub.
Arrive at Delhi International Airport with wonderful memories of your South Korea Discovery Tour.
TOUR ENDS
Hotel class: Overnight in Flight
Meals: Breakfast
Discover South Korea on an exciting 7-day journey from Seoul to Busan. Explore royal palaces, traditional villages, Buddhist temples, vibrant markets, modern Gangnam, COEX, and Lotte Tower. Experience KTX high-speed rail, scenic coastal trains, Sky Capsule, Haeundae Beach, colourful Gamcheon Village, and a memorable evening yacht cruise in Busan.
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