16 days in South Korea Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): take an in-depth tour of Gimhae Folk Museum, get engrossed in the history at Gimhae National Museum, and then head outdoors with Dadaepo Beach. On the 14th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, kick back and relax at Gwangalli Beach, and then don't miss a visit to Yongdusan Park.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Busan trip itinerary planner.

Manila, Philippines to Busan is an approximately 7-hour flight. Traveling from Manila to Busan, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Daejeon.

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

On the 15th (Tue), explore the different monuments and memorials at Daejeon National Cemetery and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Yuseong Hot Springs Public Foot Bath.

Before you visit Daejeon, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by train from Busan to Daejeon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and train. In August, daytime highs in Daejeon are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time 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.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): examine the collection at Heeum - Museum of Military Sexual Slavery by Japan.

To find ratings, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read Daegu online trip planner.

You can take a train from Daejeon to Daegu in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August in Daegu, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can go by car to Pohang.

Pohang is a city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, and a main seaport in the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Yangdong Folk Village, then enjoy the sand and surf at Chilpo Beach, and then admire the masterpieces at Pohang Museum of Steel Art.

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Traveling by car from Daegu to Pohang takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Daegu in August: highs in Pohang hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Yeosu.

A serene port city midway along South Korea's south coast, Yeosu offers a waterfront of marinas, seafood, and scenic island views.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Fri): head off the coast to Odongdo, get outside with Manseongri Black Sand Beach, and then get outside with Yeosu Ocean Rail Bike.

To see more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Yeosu trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Pohang to Yeosu takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. On the 19th (Sat), you're off to Gwangju.

Gwangju is the sixth largest city in South Korea. On the 19th (Sat), walk around Jungoe Park and then stop by Dongmyeong-dong Cafe Street.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read our Gwangju online vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Yeosu to Gwangju takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. August in Gwangju sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Damyang-gun.

On the 20th (Sun), contemplate the long history of Geumseongsanseong Fortress, examine the collection at Korea Bamboo Museum, and then take a peaceful walk through Damyang Juknokwon.

To see reviews, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Damyang-gun online vacation planner.

Explore your travel options from Gwangju to Damyang-gun with the Route module. In August in Damyang-gun, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can travel to Asan.

Asan is a city in South Chungcheong Province, South Korea. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Mon): admire the striking features of Chusa House (Kim Jeong-hui House), steep yourself in history at Solmoe Shrine, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Yeonginsan. On your second day here, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hyeonchungsa Shrine, then steep yourself in history at Maengssi Haengdan.Gobul Maengsaseong Ginyeomgwan, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bonggoksa Temple.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Asan trip builder.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Damyang-gun to Asan. When traveling from Damyang-gun in August, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Asan: temperatures range from 36°C by day to 25°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to catch the train to Seoul.

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.

Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Bukhansan National Park. Step off the beaten path and head to Trickeye Museum Seoul and Seoul Museum of History. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Gyeongbokgung Palace, don't miss a visit to Sungnyemun Gate, examine the collection at KT Square, and admire the landmark architecture of Deoksugung.

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Take a train from Asan to Seoul in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.