22 days in South Korea Itinerary

The main town on the largest of Korea's islands, Jeju, has a volcanic landscape protected by UNESCO. The World Heritage-listed volcanic island includes the country's highest peak, sets of impressive lava tubes and columns, and several crater lakes.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Jeju: Seogwipo (Seongsan Ilchulbong & Gasiri Wind Power Plant). There's lots more to do: stroll around Sarabong Park, admire the natural beauty at Hallim Park, find something for the whole family at Eco Land Theme Park, and head off the coast to Udo.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Jeju trip planner.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Jeju is an approximately 9-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Jeju. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Busan.

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

Go for a jaunt from Busan to Geoje to see Oedo Botania about 1h 40 min away. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Haeundae Beach, make a trip to Seokbulsa Temple, head outdoors with Gwangalli Beach, and get great views at Taejongdae.

To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Busan sightseeing planning site.

Getting from Jeju to Busan by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and train. In February in Busan, expect temperatures between 10°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can go by car to Gyeongju.

One of the most popular tourist destinations in the Republic of Korea, Gyeongju combines a rich cultural heritage with mountain and coastal scenery.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Gyeongju: Daegu (Sanghwa Yi's Old House, Seomun Market, &more). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Bulguksa Temple, take in the awesome beauty at Namsan Mountain, see the interesting displays at Gyeongju National Museum, and pause for some photo ops at Seokguram.

To find maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Gyeongju road 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 February, expect nights in Gyeongju to be somewhat warmer, around 4°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can go by car to Jeonju.

If you're a gastronomy enthusiast, you should consider a trip to Jeonju, a city hailed for its cuisine and food festivals.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Wed): view the masterpieces at Jeonju Crafts Exhibition Hall, then don't miss a visit to Jeonju Hanok Village, then make a trip to Jeonju Hanok Living Experience Center, and finally make a trip to Hakindang.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Jeonju online trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Gyeongju to Jeonju in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Gyeongju in February, expect slightly colder with lows of -2°C in Jeonju. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to drive 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.

Pack the 6th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Lotte World. There's lots more to do: explore the galleries of Gyeongbokgung Palace, take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Korea, shop like a local with Myeongdong Shopping Street, and admire the natural beauty at Namsan Park.

To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Seoul trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Jeonju to Seoul takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.