Coastal colour.
Timeless Korea.
Busan to Seoul · 3 days / 2 nights
Begin in Busan’s lively seaside neighbourhoods, then journey north through the cultural landscapes of Gyeongju and Andong. Temple courtyards, traditional village houses and the mountains of Seoraksan give these three days a remarkably varied rhythm.
Busan → Gyeongju → Andong → Pyeongchang → Seoraksan → Seoul
Gamcheon Culture Village, BusanEastern Korea,
in revealing detail.
Shared seat-in-coach tour. Minimum two guests; departure confirmation required. USD per person, twin-sharing accommodation, land only. Child prices on request.
A city between hills and sea
Jagalchi Market and BIFF Square introduce Busan’s old downtown. Gamcheon’s colourful hillsides contrast with Haeundae Beach and the coastal setting of Dongbaek Park.
Two chapters of Korean heritage
Encounter Silla heritage at Bulguksa Temple and Gyeongju National Museum, then continue to Andong Hahoe Village, where traditional houses remain part of a living community.
A change of perspective
Seoraksan National Park and Sinheungsa Temple bring mountain scenery and temple architecture to the final day before your return to Seoul. October access restrictions apply.
Culture, landscape,
and a sense of place.
See exactly where each day takes you, where you stay and which meals are included.
Busan’s colours,
Gyeongju’s quiet evening.
Meet at noon in front of Toyoko Inn Busan Station No. 1. Begin with Jagalchi Fish Market and BIFF Square, then discover the layered hillside streets of Gamcheon Culture Village.
Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Park reveal another side of the city: open sea and coastal scenery. Continue to Gyeongju for your overnight stay.
MEALS No meals included today
Temple craftsmanship,
living village traditions.
Explore Bulguksa Temple and Gyeongju National Museum, where architecture and collections illuminate the cultural legacy of the Silla kingdom.
Continue to Andong Hahoe Village. Its traditional houses and preserved village layout offer a different encounter with Korea’s past—one that remains home to a local community. Travel onward to Pyeongchang for the night.
MEALS Hotel breakfast included
Mountain landscapes,
then back to the capital.
Travel via the 2018 Winter Olympic venues to Seoraksan National Park and Sinheungsa Temple. The mountain setting provides a contrasting finale to the coast and cultural towns of the previous days.
The Gwongeumseong cable car is optional, not included. Continue to Seoul, finishing at Donghwa Duty Free Shop, Gwanghwamun, at approximately 6:00 p.m. Please read the October walking and access advisory before booking.
What’s included.
- ✓ Two hotel nights in twin-sharing accommodation
- ✓ Two hotel breakfasts
- ✓ Shared touring transfers
- ✓ English–Korean bilingual guide
- ✓ Admissions specified in the itinerary
What’s additional.
- — International airfare
- — Lunches and dinners
- — Travel insurance
- — Optional admissions and unlisted services
- — Single-room supplement, when requested
2027 departures
& clear pricing.
Choose your tour start date
Dates are local tour start dates. Select a date to add it to your inquiry. All departures and fares remain subject to confirmation.
| Per person · USD | General | High season |
|---|---|---|
| Twin-share land tour | $899 | $949 |
| Single-room supplement | $160 | $180 |
USD per person, twin-sharing accommodation, land only. Child prices on request.
High-season starts
2027-03-23 · 2027-03-30 · 2027-04-06 · 2027-05-04 · 2027-07-06 · 2027-07-13 · 2027-07-20 · 2027-08-17 · 2027-08-24 · 2027-10-05 · 2027-12-21 · 2027-12-28
No departures
2027-02-09 · 2027-07-27 · 2027-08-03 · 2027-08-10 · 2027-09-14
All listed dates are in 2027. Availability is subject to confirmation. Add the applicable supplement for a single room.
Good to know.
Joining and leaving
Tuesday 12:00 p.m., in front of Toyoko Inn Busan Station No. 1. Thursday approximately 6:00 p.m., Donghwa Duty Free Shop, Gwanghwamun, Seoul.
Important itinerary advisories
In October peak season, bus restrictions may require an approximately 3.6 km walk from C District Square to the Seoraksan park entrance. Local traffic may prevent the park visit. Discuss mobility requirements before booking.
Reservations and changes
Book at least seven Korean working days before departure. Changes must be requested at least 14 Korean working days before departure. Korean Standard Time applies; Korean weekends and public holidays are excluded.
Gala Holidays cancellation terms
Cancel in writing to bill@galaholiday.com. At 60 or more days before departure, the deposit is forfeited; at 30–59 days, 50% of the total package price; at 15–29 days, 75%; and less than 15 days, 100% (no refund). Deposit amount varies by package. Full Gala Holidays terms and conditions apply. Unused services are non-refundable.
Hotels and local conditions
Listed hotels or similar are used. Hotels, routing and sightseeing may change for local conditions, weather, traffic or major events. Vehicle type and size depend on the number of guests.
Optional arrangements
Seoul–Busan KTX before joining the tour: US$75 per person. Arrange in advance; subject to confirmation.
Gwongeumseong cable car: US$20 per person. Optional; subject to operation and confirmation.
Photography credits
Bernard Gagnon: Gamcheon Culture Village.jpg · CC0 1.0
Bernard Gagnon: Gamcheon Culture Village.jpg · CC0 1.0
Basile Morin: Bulguksa temple entrance gate stairs flower bed and blue sky in Gyeongju South Korea.jpg · CC BY-SA 4.0
Bernard Gagnon: Seoraksan Cable Car 06.jpg · CC0 1.0
Bernard Gagnon: Hahoe Folk Village 02.jpg · CC0 1.0. Images cropped for layout; seasonal appearance varies. Adapted CC BY-SA imagery retains the same license; photographers do not endorse this tour.
Let the journey begin.
Talk to Gala Holidays about dates, rooms and your onward plans.