53 days in East Asia Itinerary

Pack the 16th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Lotte World. The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, contemplate the waterfront views at Cheonggyecheon Stream, take in nature's colorful creations at Namsan Park, and take a stroll through Insadong.

For reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Seoul road trip planning tool.

Montreal, Canada to Seoul is an approximately 19-hour flight. Traveling from Montreal to Seoul, you'll lose 14 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Montreal in April, things will get somewhat warmer in Seoul: highs are around 20°C and lows about 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Chuncheon.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): witness a stunning natural landmark at World Oncheon. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Wed): step off the mainland to explore Jarasum Island, then head off the coast to Nami Island, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Gugok Pokpo.

For ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Chuncheon driving holiday website.

You can drive from Seoul to Chuncheon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a subway. In April, daytime highs in Chuncheon are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. On the 20th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Inje-gun.

On the 21st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the lush surroundings at Wondaeri Birch Forest and then take a peaceful walk through Bangtaesan Recreational Forest.

For maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Inje-gun trip itinerary website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Chuncheon to Inje-gun. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can travel to Sokcho.

Change things up with these side-trips from Sokcho: Yangyang-gun (Hajodae, Naksansa Temple, &more). Spend the 23rd (Sun) exploring nature at Seoraksan National Park. There's lots more to do: witness a stunning natural landmark at Cheoksan Foot Spa Park, hike along Ulsanbawi Rock, Head underground at Geumganggul Cave, and visit a coastal fixture at Sokcho Lighthouse Observatory.

To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Sokcho online vacation builder.

Explore your travel options from Inje-gun to Sokcho with the Route module. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can go by car to Gangneung.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): walk around Tongil Park (Unification Park), kick back and relax at Jeongdongjin Beach, and then trek along Jeongdong-Simgok Badabuchae-gil Trail. On the 28th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Daegwallyeong Museum, engage your brain at Charmsori Gramophone & Edison Science Museum, and then contemplate the long history of Gyeongpodae.

To see maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Gangneung sightseeing planner.

Drive from Sokcho to Gangneung in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can take a train to Pyeongchang-gun.

Venture out of the city with trips to Danyang-gun (Gosu Cave, Guinsa Temple, &more) and Guryongsa Temple (in Wonju). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sangwonsa, take a peaceful walk through Lee Hyo Seok Literature Forest, and meet the residents at Daegwallyeong Agi Mokjang.

For traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Pyeongchang-gun trip planner.

Traveling by train from Gangneung to Pyeongchang-gun takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to travel to Samcheok.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Samcheok: Taebaeksan National Park (in Taebaek) and Donghae (Mureung Valley & Mangsang Beach).

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Samcheok journey maker app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Pyeongchang-gun to Samcheok. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to travel to Andong.

Explore Andong's surroundings by going to Juwangsan National Park (in Cheongsong-gun), Mungyeong Saejae Provincial Park (in Mungyeong) and Yeongju (Sosuseowon Confucian Academy & Buseoksa Temple). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cheongnyangsa Temple and contemplate the long history of Andong Hahoe Folk Village.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read Andong holiday planner.

Explore your travel options from Samcheok to Andong with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in May, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Daegu.

Venture out of the city with trips to Gyeongju (Seokguram & Bulguksa Temple), Hapcheon-Gun (Odosan Nature Recreation Forest & Haeinsa) and Goryeong Daegaya Historic Site (in Goryeong-gun). There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Upo Wetland, contemplate the waterfront views at Wiyangji, make a trip to The Arc, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Eunhaesa Temple.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Daegu trip maker app.

Traveling by car from Andong to Daegu takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Andong in May, you will find days in Daegu are much hotter (32°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Jeonju.

Explore Jeonju's surroundings by going to Daejeon (Expo Bridge, Yuseong Hot Springs Public Foot Bath, &more), National Institute of Ecology (in Seocheon-gun) and Jirisan National Park (in Hadong-gun). There's much more to do: examine the collection at Buyeo National Museum, steep yourself in history at Hanbyeokdang Pavillion, appreciate the extensive heritage of Gwanghallu Pavilion, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tapsa Temple.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Jeonju trip planner.

Traveling by car from Daegu to Jeonju takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Daegu in May, plan for slightly colder days in Jeonju, with highs around 25°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Seoul.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): get great views at N Seoul Tower, admire the landmark architecture of Changdeokgung Palace, and then get engrossed in the history at Gyeongbokgung Palace.

To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Seoul trip site.

Traveling by car from Jeonju to Seoul takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Gwangju.

Get out of town with these interesting Gwangju side-trips: Seonamsa Temple (in Suncheon), Gochang-gun (Seonunsa Temple & Gochangeupseong Fortress) and Boseong Green Tea Field Daehan Dawon (in Boseong-gun). Spend the 25th (Thu) exploring nature at Mudeungsan National Park.

To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Gwangju trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Seoul to Gwangju takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Seoul in May: highs in Gwangju hover around 11°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to travel to Wando-gun.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mihwangsa Temple, kick back and relax at Sinji Myeongsasimni Beach, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Wando Tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll around Duryunsan Mountain Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Daeheungsa, and then stroll around Jujaksan Nature Recreation Forest.

For where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Wando-gun online attractions planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Gwangju to Wando-gun. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to travel to Jeju.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Jeju: Seogwipo (Seongsan Ilchulbong, Gasiri Wind Power Plant, &more). There's much more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Manjanggul Cave, enjoy the sand and surf at Gwakji Gwamul Beach, step off the mainland to explore Udo, and admire the natural beauty at Hallim Park.

To find more things to do and more tourist information, refer to the Jeju trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Wando-gun to Jeju. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.