41 days in South Korea Itinerary
Created using Inspirock South Korea trip planner
Start: Amsterdam
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Seoul
— 5 nights
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Buyeo-gun
— 2 nights
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Jeonju
— 2 nights
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Namwon
— 1 day
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Suncheon
— 4 nights
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Mokpo
— 7 nights
Drive to Muan International Airport, Fly to Jeju
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Jeju, Jeju Island
— 5 nights
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Busan
— 3 nights
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Gyeongju
— 1 day
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Andong
— 3 nights
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Samcheok
— 2 nights
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Sokcho
— 3 nights
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Seoul
— 3 nights
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Seoul — 5 nights
Explore hidden gems such as Trickeye Museum Seoul and Changgyeonggung Palace. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Seoul: Incheon (Incheon Bridge & Songdo Central Park). There's still lots to do: get great views at N Seoul Tower, appreciate the extensive heritage of Cheonggyecheon Stream, steep yourself in history at Deoksugung, and examine the collection at Grevin Museum.
To find reviews, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Seoul trip planner.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Seoul is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Korean Standard Time is 8 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Amsterdam in September since evenings lows in Seoul dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to Buyeo-gun.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Seoul is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Korean Standard Time is 8 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Amsterdam in September since evenings lows in Seoul dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can drive to Buyeo-gun.
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Buyeo-gun — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): take in nature's colorful creations at Kohwun Garden, then steep yourself in history at Songsan-ri Tombs and Royal Tomb of King Muryeong, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Musangsa Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Buyeo National Museum, then contemplate the long history of Busosanseong Fortress, then contemplate the long history of Buyeo Jeongnimsaji Temple, and finally steep yourself in history at Seongheung Sanseong Fortress.
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Drive from Seoul to Buyeo-gun in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Seoul in September, you will find days in Buyeo-gun are somewhat warmer (30°C), and nights are slightly colder (20°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Jeonju.
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Drive from Seoul to Buyeo-gun in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Traveling from Seoul in September, you will find days in Buyeo-gun are somewhat warmer (30°C), and nights are slightly colder (20°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Jeonju.
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Jeonju — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 9th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Pungnammun Gate, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Jeondong Catholic Church, then make a trip to Hakindang, and finally don't miss a visit to Jeonju Hanok Village. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Gyeonggijeon Shrine, then take an in-depth tour of Donghak Revolution Memorial Hall, then steep yourself in history at Omokdae and Imokdae, and finally don't miss a visit to Jeonju Hanok Living Experience Center.
To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Jeonju trip tool.
Traveling by car from Buyeo-gun to Jeonju takes an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Namwon.
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To see other places to visit, photos, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Jeonju trip tool.
Traveling by car from Buyeo-gun to Jeonju takes an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Namwon.
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Namwon — 1 day
Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Silsangsa Temple, then see the interesting displays at Honbul Literary House, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Gwanghallu Pavilion.
To see maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Namwon trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Jeonju to Namwon. In September, daytime highs in Namwon are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can travel to Suncheon.
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To see maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Namwon trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Jeonju to Namwon. In September, daytime highs in Namwon are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can travel to Suncheon.
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Suncheon — 4 nights

Korea's Ecological Capital.
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Suncheon Bay Garden and Nagan Eupseong Folk Village. Venture out of the city with trips to Gwangju (5.18 Memorial Park, Pungam Reservoir, &more), Odongdo (in Yeosu) and House N Garden (in Namhae-gun). There's lots more to do: walk around Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve, make a trip to Suncheon Open Film Set, take in the spiritual surroundings of Seonamsa Temple, and browse the fresh offerings at Suncheon Aretjang Market.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Namwon to Suncheon. In September in Suncheon, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can travel to Mokpo.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Namwon to Suncheon. In September in Suncheon, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can travel to Mokpo.
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Mokpo — 7 nights

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Mihwangsa Temple and Dosolam Hermitage. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Mokpo: Bulgapsa Temple (in Yeonggwang-gun), Haenam-gun (Haenam Dinosaur Museum, Ttangkkeut Marine Natural History Museum, &more) and Naju Student Independence Movement Memorial Hall (in Naju).
To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Mokpo road trip tool.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Suncheon to Mokpo. In September, daily temperatures in Mokpo can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to travel to Jeju.
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To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Mokpo road trip tool.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Suncheon to Mokpo. In September, daily temperatures in Mokpo can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to travel to Jeju.
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Jeju, Jeju Island — 5 nights

Island of the Gods
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hamdeok Beach and Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort. Explore Jeju's surroundings by going to Seogwipo (Genius Loci & Seongsan Ilchulbong). There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Woljeongri Beach, head outdoors with Geumneung Eutteumwon Beach, walk around Jeju Stone Park, and get curious at Nexon Computer Museum.
To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Jeju trip planning website.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mokpo to Jeju. Traveling from Mokpo in September, plan for a bit warmer nights in Jeju, with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Busan.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mokpo to Jeju. Traveling from Mokpo in September, plan for a bit warmer nights in Jeju, with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Busan.
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Busan — 3 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Gwangalli Beach and Busan Tower. There's much more to do: get outside with Haeundae Beach, walk around Amnam Park, don't miss a visit to BIFF Square, and stroll through Yongdusan Park.
For other places to visit, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Busan online road trip planner.
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. Expect little chillier evenings in Busan when traveling from Jeju in September, with lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Gyeongju.
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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. Expect little chillier evenings in Busan when traveling from Jeju in September, with lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Gyeongju.
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Gyeongju — 1 day

Museum Without Walls
On the 30th (Fri), take in the spiritual surroundings of Bulguksa Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Golgulsa Temple, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Gyeongju Bird Park.
To see where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Gyeongju trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Busan to Gyeongju by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Busan in September, you will find days in Gyeongju are little chillier (25°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can drive to Andong.
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To see where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Gyeongju trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Busan to Gyeongju by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Busan in September, you will find days in Gyeongju are little chillier (25°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can drive to Andong.
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Andong — 3 nights

Capital City of Korean Spiritual Culture
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Weolyeonggyo Bridge and Andong imcheonggak. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Andong: Cheongnyangsa Temple (in Bonghwa-gun) and Buseoksa Temple (in Yeongju). And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Andong Hahoe Folk Village, hunt for treasures at Andong Old Market, examine the collection at Yiyuksa Literary Museum, and contemplate the long history of Byeongsan Seowon.
For reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, read our Andong trip maker.
Drive from Gyeongju to Andong in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Andong sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to travel to Samcheok.
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Drive from Gyeongju to Andong in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Andong sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to travel to Samcheok.
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Samcheok — 2 nights

To find photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Samcheok day trip site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Andong to Samcheok. In October, daily temperatures in Samcheok can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sokcho.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Andong to Samcheok. In October, daily temperatures in Samcheok can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sokcho.
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Sokcho — 3 nights

Step off the beaten path and head to Ulsanbawi Rock and National Mountain Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Sokcho: Bangtaesan Recreational Forest (in Inje-gun) and Yangyang-gun (Osaek Carbonated Hot Springs & Uisangdae). Spend the 5th (Wed) exploring nature at Seoraksan National Park. There's more to do: examine the collection at Teddy Bear Farm and Head underground at Geumganggul Cave.
To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Sokcho trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Samcheok to Sokcho. October in Sokcho sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Seoul.
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To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Sokcho trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Samcheok to Sokcho. October in Sokcho sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Seoul.
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Seoul — 3 nights

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seodaemun Prison History Hall and The Garden of Morning Calm. Change things up with a short trip to Nami Island in Chuncheon (about 1h 40 min away). Spend the 11th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. See some other sides of Seoul: make a trip to Insadong, take in the awesome beauty at Inwangsan Mountain, stop by Ikseon-dong Hanok Street, and admire the natural beauty at Namsan Park.
For reviews, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Seoul trip app.
You can drive from Sokcho to Seoul in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.
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You can drive from Sokcho to Seoul in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.
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South Korea travel guide
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.