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.

Escape the urban bustle at Hamdeok Beach and Geumneung Eutteumwon Beach. Get some historical perspective at Gwaneumsa Temple and Hangpaduri Hangmong Historic Site. Change things up with these side-trips from Jeju: Seogwipo (Baekyaki Oreum Volcanic Cone & Seongsan Ilchulbong). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Gwakji Gwamul Beach, explore the world behind art at Jeju Folk Museum, get outside with Sehwa Beach, and stroll around Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort.

To see traveler tips, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Jeju tour itinerary planner.

Prince George, Canada to Jeju is an approximately 27-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Korean Standard Time (KST) is 17 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can fly to Sokcho.

Tourism in Sokcho mostly revolves around the local national park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): explore the striking landscape of Seoraksan National Park.

To find reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Sokcho trip planner.

Fly from Jeju to Sokcho in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, train, and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can 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.

Shop till you drop at Myeongdong Shopping Street and Namdaemun Market. Popular historic sites such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine are in your itinerary. And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Insadong, admire the masterpieces at Leeum Art Museum, make a trip to Bongeunsa Temple, and examine the collection at National Folk Museum of Korea.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Seoul online vacation planner.

Getting from Sokcho to Seoul by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Seoul can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the train to Daejeon.

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

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): view the masterpieces at Yeojin Gallery of Buddhist Art, then see the interesting displays at Currency Museum, then take in the natural beauty of Yuseong Hot Springs Public Foot Bath, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Daeheungdong Catholic Church.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Daejeon online trip planner.

Traveling by train from Seoul to Daejeon takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can take a train 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.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Gyeongju Gwaereung Tomb, explore the activities along Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and then examine the collection at Gyeongju National Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: take an in-depth tour of Shilla Arts and Science Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bulguksa Temple, and then appreciate the history behind Seokguram.

To see reviews, ratings, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Gyeongju trip builder app.

Traveling by train from Daejeon to Gyeongju takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Gyeongju can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Busan.

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

Visit Haedong Yonggungsa and Yeongdo Lighthouse for their historical value. You'll get in some beach time at Haeundae Beach and Songdo Beach. Next up on the itinerary: get outside with Gwangalli Beach, snap pictures at Busan Harbor Bridge, browse the eclectic array of goods at Jagalchi Market, and get a taste of the local shopping with Shinsegae Dept. Store Centum City.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Busan trip planner.

You can drive from Gyeongju to Busan in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Busan can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.