19 days in South Korea Itinerary

Spend the 10th (Tue) exploring nature at Bukhansan National Park. And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Gyeongbokgung Palace, shop like a local with Myeongdong Shopping Street, admire the landmark architecture of Changdeokgung Palace, and take in nature's colorful creations at Namsan Park.

For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Seoul day trip planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Seoul is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Seoul. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Amsterdam in October: high temperatures in Seoul hover around 22°C and lows are around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Chuncheon.

On the 11th (Wed), explore the activities along Gugok Pokpo, head off the coast to Nami Island, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Jade Garden Natural Arboretum.

For ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Chuncheon attractions planner.

Getting from Seoul to Chuncheon by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a subway. Traveling from Seoul in October, plan for little chillier nights in Chuncheon, with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Sokcho.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): explore the striking landscape of Seoraksan National Park. Keep things going the next day: take in the natural beauty of Cheoksan Foot Spa Park and then trek along Ulsanbawi Rock.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Sokcho travel route planner.

You can drive from Chuncheon to Sokcho in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Chuncheon in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Sokcho, with lows around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can fly to Gyeongju.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Gyeongju National Museum and then explore the activities along Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. On the 15th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the history behind Seokguram and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bulguksa Temple.

For where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read Gyeongju trip itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Sokcho to Gyeongju by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. October in Gyeongju sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Busan.

Busan is known for sightseeing, beaches, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get great views at Taejongdae, browse the eclectic array of goods at Jagalchi Market, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Haedong Yonggungsa, and make a trip to Seokbulsa Temple.

For more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Busan online visit planner.

Traveling by car from Gyeongju to Busan takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October in Busan, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Jeju.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Jeju: Seogwipo (Seongsan Ilchulbong, Halla Mountain, &more). The adventure continues: explore the fascinating underground world of Manjanggul Cave, make a trip to Mysterious Road (Dokkaebi Road), take in the spiritual surroundings of Bangju Church, and get outside with Sanho Beach.

To find maps, photos, and other tourist information, use the Jeju trip planner.

Getting from Busan to Jeju by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, taxi, and ferry. Traveling from Busan in October, expect a bit warmer with lows of 23°C in Jeju. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.