13 days in South Korea Itinerary

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Jeju, Jeju Island
— 4 nights
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Busan
— 1 night
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Gyeongju
— 2 nights
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Sokcho
— 2 nights
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Seoul
— 3 nights
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Jeju, Jeju Island — 4 nights

Island of the Gods

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Bijarim Forest. Visiting Daepo Haean Jusangjeolli Cliff and Hamdeok Beach will get you outdoors. Go for a jaunt from Jeju to Seogwipo to see Jeongbang Waterfall about 46 minutes away. There's lots more to do: admire the natural beauty at Hallim Park, head outdoors with Gwakji Gwamul Beach, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Saebyeol Oreum, and kick back and relax at Hyeopjae Beach.

For where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Jeju trip planner.

Mumbai, India to Jeju is an approximately 13-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to Korean Standard Time, which is usually a 3.5 hour difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Busan.
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Busan — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Haedong Yonggungsa, kick back and relax at Haeundae Beach, then kick back and relax at Gwangalli Beach, and finally walk around Yongdusan Park.

For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Busan trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Jeju to Busan takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Gyeongju.
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Gyeongju — 2 nights

Museum Without Walls

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Cheonmachong Tomb, then examine the collection at Gyeongju National Museum, and then explore the activities along Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. On your second day here, take in the spiritual surroundings of Bulguksa Temple and then appreciate the history behind Seokguram.

To find photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Gyeongju visit planner.

You can drive from Busan to Gyeongju in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. While traveling from Busan, expect little chillier days and a bit warmer nights in Gyeongju, ranging from highs of 14°C to lows of 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Sokcho.
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Sokcho — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Naksansa Temple, admire the sheer force of Biryong Falls, then hike along Ulsanbawi Rock, and finally take in the natural beauty of Cheoksan Foot Spa Park. On the next day, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Seoraksan National Park.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Sokcho trip itinerary maker website.

You can fly from Gyeongju to Sokcho in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Seoul.
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Seoul — 3 nights

Get some cultural insight at Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace. There's lots more to do: stop by Insadong, admire the natural beauty at Namsan Park, don't miss a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village, and explore the activities along Cheonggyecheon Stream.

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Drive from Sokcho to Seoul in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In April in Seoul, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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South Korea travel guide

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History Museums · Shopping · Parks
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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