16 days in East Asia Itinerary

One of east Asia's major cultural and financial centers, Seoul boasts five World Heritage Sites and a huge selection of museums, temples, shrines, palaces, parks, gardens, and glass-and-steel skyscrapers.

Seoul is known for sightseeing, shopping, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get engrossed in the history at Gyeongbokgung Palace, wander the streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, get to know the fascinating history of Cheonggyecheon Stream, and shop like a local with Myeongdong Shopping Street.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Seoul is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone changes from Arabian Standard Time (AST) to Korean Standard Time (KST), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Traveling from Riyadh in June, expect Seoul to be colder, temps between 32°C and 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Busan.

The country's second city, Busan has often been referred to as South Korea's summer capital.

On the 13th (Mon), get outside with Gwangalli Beach, kick back and relax at Haeundae Beach, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Haedong Yonggungsa. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Busan Museum of Art, get great views at Taejongdae, then hunt for treasures at Jagalchi Market, and finally walk around Yongdusan Park.

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Getting from Seoul to Busan by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In June, daytime highs in Busan are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Daegu.

The fourth-largest city in South Korea, Daegu sprawls out across a wide, flat valley overlooked by a sacred Buddhist mountain.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): browse the eclectic array of goods at Seomun Market, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Donghwasa, and then steep yourself in history at Bullodong Ancient Tomb Park.

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You can take a train from Busan to Daegu in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Daegu are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train to Ulsan.

A powerhouse of industry not just for South Korea but the world, Ulsan offers up a thriving metropolis dominated by trade but interspersed with some undisturbed scenery.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Thu): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Boksoondoga and then look for all kinds of wild species at Ulsan Theme Botanic Garden.

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Getting from Daegu to Ulsan by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Daegu in June, expect nights in Ulsan to be about the same, around 20°C, while days are slightly colder, around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to fly to Incheon.

The third-largest city in the country, Incheon combines history and culture in an interesting whole.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Ganghwasanseong Fortress and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bomunsa Temple.

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You can fly from Ulsan to Incheon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and subway. When traveling from Ulsan in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Incheon, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can fly to Gyeongju.

One of the most popular tourist destinations in the Republic of Korea, Gyeongju combines a rich cultural heritage with mountain and coastal scenery.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): examine the collection at Gyeongju National Museum and then contemplate the waterfront views at Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. On the 19th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bulguksa Temple and then appreciate the history behind Seokguram.

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Traveling by flight from Incheon to Gyeongju takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway and train. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Incheon in June: highs in Gyeongju hover around 23°C, while lows dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Daejeon.

A sprawling metropolis and center for research, Daejeon stands as the fifth largest city in South Korea.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): take in the exciting artwork at Yeojin Gallery of Buddhist Art and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Yuseong Hot Springs Public Foot Bath.

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You can take a train from Gyeongju to Daejeon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Gyeongju in June, you will find days in Daejeon are a bit warmer (33°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can drive to Sokcho.

Tourism in Sokcho mostly revolves around the local national park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Seoraksan National Park.

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Traveling by car from Daejeon to Sokcho takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and flight. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) to allow time to travel to Hwaseong.

On the 22nd (Wed), stroll around Dongtan Central Park and then take in nature's colorful creations at UriKkot Botanical Garden.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Sokcho to Hwaseong. June in Hwaseong sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to travel to Chungju.

Chungju is a city in North Chungcheong province, South Korea. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Tangeum Lake and then go for a walk through Suanbo Cherry Blossom Road.

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Explore your travel options from Hwaseong to Chungju with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in June, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.