29 days in South Korea Itinerary

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Seoul
— 6 nights
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Chuncheon
— 1 night
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Sokcho
— 3 nights
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Gyeongju
— 3 nights
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Busan
— 5 nights
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Suncheon
— 3 nights
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Jeju, Jeju Island
— 7 nights
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Seoul — 6 nights

Seoul is known for sightseeing, shopping, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: browse the exhibits of Gyeongbokgung Palace, take in nature's colorful creations at Namsan Park, wander the streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, and explore the striking landscape of Bukhansan National Park.

For maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Seoul day trip planning app.

Kuwait City, Kuwait to Seoul is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone changes from Arabian Standard Time to Korean Standard Time, which is usually a 6 hour difference. While traveling from Kuwait City, expect colder days and slightly colder nights in Seoul, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Chuncheon.
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Chuncheon — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cheongpyeongsa, then contemplate the waterfront views at Gugok Pokpo, and then step off the mainland to explore Nami Island.

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You can drive from Seoul to Chuncheon in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a subway. Expect little chillier evenings in Chuncheon when traveling from Seoul in October, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Sokcho.
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Sokcho — 3 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Sokcho: Inje-gun (Baekdamsa Temple & Bangtaesan Recreational Forest) and Jumunjin Lighthouse (in Gangneung). Spend the 25th (Wed) exploring nature at Seoraksan National Park. And it doesn't end there: trek along Ulsanbawi Rock, get outside with Biryong Falls, witness a stunning natural landmark at Cheoksan Foot Spa Park, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sinheungsa Temple.

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Traveling by car from Chuncheon to Sokcho takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Chuncheon in October, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 18°C in Sokcho. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Gyeongju.
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Gyeongju — 3 nights

Museum Without Walls

Venture out of the city with trips to Seomun Market (in Daegu) and Gatbawi Rock (in Gyeongsan). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Bulguksa Temple, see the interesting displays at Gyeongju National Museum, explore the activities along Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and pause for some photo ops at Seokguram.

To find ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Gyeongju trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Sokcho to Gyeongju takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to drive to Busan.
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Busan — 5 nights

Step out of Busan with an excursion to Oedo Botania in Geoje--about 1h 40 min away. There's still lots to do: get great views at Taejongdae, head outdoors with Gwangalli Beach, stroll around Yongdusan Park, and don't miss a visit to Gwangandaegyo Bridge.

To see ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Busan online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Gyeongju to Busan takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Busan can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car to Suncheon.
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Suncheon — 3 nights

Korea's Ecological Capital.

Explore Suncheon's surroundings by going to Gurye-gun (Saseongam Temple 四聖庵 & Hwaeomsa Temple) and Ssanggyesa Temple (in Hadong-gun). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Seonamsa Temple, appreciate the extensive heritage of Nagan Eupseong Folk Village, and don't miss a visit to Suncheon Open Film Set.

To see ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Suncheon tour itinerary tool.

Traveling by car from Busan to Suncheon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. While traveling from Busan, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Suncheon, ranging from highs of 7°C to lows of 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Jeju.
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Jeju, Jeju Island — 7 nights

Island of the Gods

Explore Jeju's surroundings by going to Seogwipo (Seongsan Ilchulbong & Gasiri Wind Power Plant). There's still lots to do: Head underground at Manjanggul Cave, walk around Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort, head outdoors with Gwakji Gwamul Beach, and admire the natural beauty at Hallim Park.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Jeju online route planner.

Traveling by flight from Suncheon to Jeju takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. On the 14th (Tue), you're off to home.
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South Korea travel guide

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Land of the Morning Calm
Though it boasts a history spanning thousands of years, South Korea ranks among the world's most urbanized and modernized countries, with nearly half of its population living in high-rises concentrated in the national capital. In this land of pristine mountain scenery, many South Korea vacations involve some form of winter sports--not surprising for the country that won the bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics. Curious travelers wishing to get to know South Korea's heart and soul spend only a small part of their holiday in big cities like Busan and Seoul, devoting much of their attention to the tranquil countryside that seems largely untouched by the 21st century.
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