44 days in South Korea Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Gimhae Folk Museum (in Gimhae) and Beopgi Fountainhead (in Yangsan). There's much more to do: head outdoors with Haeundae Beach, walk around Yongdusan Park, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Beomeosa Temple.

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Auckland, New Zealand to Busan is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Auckland to Busan is minus 3 hours. When traveling from Auckland in May, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Busan: temperatures range from 28°C by day to 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Gyeongju.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Gyeongju: Daegu (Dorimsa, Seomun Market, &more), Eunhaesa Temple (in Yeongcheon) and Ulsan (Ulsan Grand Park & Ulsan Theme Botanic Garden). There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bulguksa Temple, appreciate the history behind Daereungwon Tomb Complex, contemplate the long history of Seokguram, and examine the collection at Gyeongju National Museum.

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Gyeongju online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Busan to Gyeongju takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Busan in May, plan for a bit cooler days in Gyeongju, with highs around 18°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can go by car to Andong.

Explore Andong's surroundings by going to Guinsa Temple (in Danyang-gun), Cheongnyangsa Temple (in Bonghwa-gun) and Yeongju (Sosuseowon Confucian Academy & Buseoksa Temple). Spend the 1st (Thu) exploring nature at Juwangsan National Park. There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Andong Hahoe Folk Village, examine the collection at Hahoe Mask Museum, snap pictures at Weolyeonggyo Bridge, and pause for some photo ops at Statue of Peace.

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Traveling by car from Gyeongju to Andong takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in May, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can travel to Gongju.

Explore Gongju's surroundings by going to Buyeo-gun (Nakhwaam Rock, Busosanseong Fortress, &more) and Gwanchoksa Temple (in Nonsan).

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Explore your travel options from Andong to Gongju with the Route module. Traveling from Andong in June, you will find days in Gongju are somewhat warmer (33°C), and nights are about the same (20°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to travel to Jeju.

Get out of town with these interesting Jeju side-trips: Seogwipo (Seongsan Ilchulbong, Gasiri Wind Power Plant, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the fascinating underground world of Manjanggul Cave, hike along Hallasan, take a peaceful walk through Bijarim Forest, and head off the coast to Udo.

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Explore your travel options from Gongju to Jeju with the Route module. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Suncheon.

Change things up with these side-trips from Suncheon: Ssanggyesa Temple (in Hadong-gun), Boriam Temple (in Namhae-gun) and Unjusa (in Hwasun-gun). There's still lots to do: delve into the lush surroundings at Boseong Green Tea Field Daehan Dawon, make a trip to Suncheon Open Film Set, get to know the fascinating history of Gwanghallu Pavilion, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Songgwangsa Temple.

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Traveling by flight from Jeju to Suncheon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or do a combination of ferry and train. In June in Suncheon, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Sokcho.

Explore Sokcho's surroundings by going to Baekdamsa Temple (in Inje-gun), Woljeongsa Temple (in Pyeongchang-gun) and Yangyang-gun (Naksansa Temple & Osaek Jujeongol Valley). Spend the 18th (Sun) exploring nature at Seoraksan National Park. There's still lots to do: trek along Ulsanbawi Rock, take in the pleasant sights at Cheonjin Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sinheungsa Temple, and cool off at Seorak Waterpia.

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Fly from Suncheon to Sokcho in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to drive to Seoul.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Seoul: Suwon (Hwaseong Fortress & Dongbukgongsimdon). Pack the 24th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Lotte World. The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at Gyeongbokgung Palace, wander the streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, steep yourself in history at Jongmyo Shrine, and admire the natural beauty at Namsan Park.

To see ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Seoul vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Sokcho to Seoul takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. June in Seoul sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.