30 days in South Korea Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips South Korea trip itinerary builder
Start: Paris
Fly
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Busan
— 4 nights
Drive
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Gyeongju
— 4 nights
Fly
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Sokcho
— 3 nights
Fly
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Suncheon
— 3 nights
Fly
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Jeju, Jeju Island
— 6 nights
Fly to Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513), Drive to Gongju
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Gongju
— 2 nights
Drive
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Seoul
— 7 nights
Fly
End: Paris
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Busan — 4 nights
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Change things up with a short trip to Oedo Botania in Geoje (about 1h 40 min away). And it doesn't end there: get outside with Haeundae Beach, don't miss a visit to Nakdong Estuary Eco Center, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Beomeosa Temple, and stroll around Busan Citizens Park.
To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Busan trip planner.
Paris, France to Busan is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Traveling from Paris to Busan, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Paris in May, with highs in Busan at 28°C and lows at 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can go by car to Gyeongju.
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To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Busan trip planner.
Paris, France to Busan is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Traveling from Paris to Busan, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Paris in May, with highs in Busan at 28°C and lows at 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can go by car to Gyeongju.
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Gyeongju — 4 nights
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Museum Without Walls
Venture out of the city with trips to Juwangsan National Park (in Cheongsong-gun) and Daegu (Donghwasa & Seomun Market). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Bulguksa Temple, look for all kinds of wild species at Gyeongju Bird Park, appreciate the history behind Seokguram, and see the interesting displays at Gyeongju National Museum.
To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Gyeongju trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Busan to Gyeongju takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Busan in May, expect nights in Gyeongju to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are slightly colder, around 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Sokcho.
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To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Gyeongju trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Busan to Gyeongju takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Busan in May, expect nights in Gyeongju to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are slightly colder, around 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Sokcho.
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Sokcho — 3 nights
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Venture out of the city with trips to Yangyang-gun (Osaek Jujeongol Valley, Naksansa Temple, &more). Spend the 25th (Thu) exploring nature at Seoraksan National Park. There's much more to do: hike along Ulsanbawi Rock, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sinheungsa Temple, take in the dramatic scenery at Biryong Falls, and take in the natural beauty of Cheoksan Foot Spa Park.
To see reviews, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Sokcho day trip app.
You can fly from Gyeongju to Sokcho in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to fly to Suncheon.
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To see reviews, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Sokcho day trip app.
You can fly from Gyeongju to Sokcho in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to fly to Suncheon.
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Suncheon — 3 nights
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Korea's Ecological Capital.
Venture out of the city with trips to Gurye-gun (Hwaeomsa Temple & Saseongam Temple 四聖庵), Boseong Green Tea Field Daehan Dawon (in Boseong-gun) and Peace Park (in Gwangju). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Songgwangsa Temple, get to know the fascinating history of Nagan Eupseong Folk Village, and examine the collection at Seonamsa Seongbo Museum.
To see reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Suncheon trip builder tool.
You can fly from Sokcho to Suncheon in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In May in Suncheon, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Jeju.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Suncheon trip builder tool.
You can fly from Sokcho to Suncheon in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In May in Suncheon, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Jeju.
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Jeju, Jeju Island — 6 nights
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Island of the Gods
Change things up with these side-trips from Jeju: Seogwipo (Gasiri Wind Power Plant, Seongsan Ilchulbong, &more). There's lots more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Manjanggul Cave, take in the spiritual surroundings of Gwaneumsa Temple, stroll around Sarabong Park, and admire the natural beauty at Hallim Park.
For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Jeju driving holiday tool.
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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Gongju.
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For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Jeju driving holiday tool.
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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Gongju.
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Gongju — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Magoksa Temple, steep yourself in history at Songsan-ri Tombs and Royal Tomb of King Muryeong, and then contemplate the long history of Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Baekje Royal Tombs, then contemplate the long history of Busosanseong Fortress, and then steep yourself in history at Nakhwaam Rock.
To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Gongju tour itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Jeju to Gongju. In June, daily temperatures in Gongju can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can travel to Seoul.
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To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Gongju tour itinerary planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Jeju to Gongju. In June, daily temperatures in Gongju can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can travel to Seoul.
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Seoul — 7 nights
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Seoul is known for sightseeing, shopping, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the galleries of Gyeongbokgung Palace, take some stellar pictures from N Seoul Tower, appreciate the extensive heritage of Cheonggyecheon Stream, and shop like a local with Namdaemun Market.
To see other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Seoul day trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gongju to Seoul. In June, daytime highs in Seoul are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.
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To see other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Seoul day trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gongju to Seoul. In June, daytime highs in Seoul are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.
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South Korea travel guide
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.
