Korea Tour

ISTANBUL - SEOUL We meet our valued guests at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal approximately three hours before the flight time. After completing our baggage check-in and passport procedures, we take our seats on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight to Seoul. Our journey towards Seoul will continue throughout the night, with overnight accommodation on the aircraft.

After arriving in Seoul, we complete passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle waiting for us. Welcome to Seoul, the capital of South Korea, where modern life and traditional culture come together. We leave the airport and depart for our Seoul City Tour, including Gangnam Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong Antique Street, the National Folk Museum of Korea, Bukchon Hanok Village and Myeongdong. Our first stop is Gangnam Square. Known around the world through PSY’s famous song “Gangnam Style,” the district is now noted for luxury living, shopping and business centres. During our tour, we enjoy panoramic views of Cheongdam Fashion Street, Gangnam Station, Bongeunsa Temple and Starfield Library. We then visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in 1395 and one of the most important structures of the Joseon Dynasty. Also known as the Northern Palace, it is one of the principal examples of traditional Korean architecture. During our visit to the palace courtyard, we discover its historic character. We then visit the National Folk Museum of Korea, which presents the culture, daily life and historical development of the Korean people.

After breakfast, we travel by high-speed train to Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city. Upon arrival, we depart for our tour of the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea, Ahopsan Bamboo Forest, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and the Blue Line Park Sky Capsule. Our first stop is the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea, which was established to honour the United Nations soldiers who lost their lives in the Korean War and also contains the Turkish Cemetery. We then enjoy a pleasant walk through Ahopsan Bamboo Forest, known for its natural setting and as a filming location for many Korean television series and films. Our next stop is Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, one of Busan’s landmarks, set beside the sea. We continue with the Blue Line Park Sky Capsule experience, offering aerial views over the Haeundae coastline. After this scenic journey, we transfer to our hotel. Following check-in, overnight at our hotel.

BUSAN – GAMCHEON – GYEONGJU – BUSAN After breakfast, we set off for the Gamcheon Culture Village & Gyeongju & Wolji Pond & Bulguksa Temple Tour. Our first stop is Gamcheon Culture Village, one of the most colorful and most visited spots in Busan. Known as the "Santorini of Busan," this unique neighborhood offers an open-air museum atmosphere with its brightly painted houses, narrow streets, art galleries, and murals. Next, we head to the historic city of Gyeongju, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and is known as a "Museum Without Walls." Having served as the capital of the Silla Kingdom for about a thousand years, in this ancient city we first visit Bulguksa Temple, one of Korea's most important Buddhist temples. Afterwards, we see Cheomseongdae, one of the oldest surviving astronomical observatories in East Asia, and take a photo break at Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, which reflect the splendor of the Silla Kingdom. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Busan. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast, we return to Seoul by high-speed train. Upon arrival, we begin our tour of Hwaseong Fortress, the Korean Folk Village and Namdaemun Market. We first visit Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by King Jeongjo in memory of his father, Prince Sado, the fortress offers an opportunity to experience its historic character during a short walk along the walls. Our next stop is the Korean Folk Village, which brings the traditional lifestyle of the Joseon Dynasty into the present day. With traditional Korean houses, craft workshops and structures reflecting life during that period, this open-air museum has also served as a filming location for many Korean television series and films. We then visit Namdaemun Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and busiest shopping destinations. Among its thousands of shops and stalls, you can shop, sample Korea’s well-known street food and enjoy free time. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Seoul. Overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL After breakfast, Nami Island & Garden of Morning Calm Tour. We set off for Nami Island, a crescent-shaped natural beauty located on the Han River. The island takes its name from General Nami, who lived during the Joseon Dynasty, and offers a different atmosphere in every season: cherry blossoms in spring, lush green nature in summer, red and yellow leaves in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter. The Metasequoia Path and the Ginkgo Tree Path are among the island's most iconic walking routes. Then, we head to visit the Garden of Morning Calm Arboretum, known as the "Garden of Morning Calm." Founded in 1996 by Prof. Han Sang-kyung, this impressive botanical garden covers approximately 330,000 square meters and offers visitors a peaceful nature experience with more than 5,000 plant species. It takes its name from the expression "Land of Morning Calm," which the poet Tagore used for Korea. Continuing our tour, we give a photo break at N Seoul Tower, one of Seoul's landmarks, and then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

SEOUL - ISTANBUL After our tour, we transfer to Seoul Airport and depart for Istanbul on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Arrival at Istanbul Airport local time and end of our tour. We hope to see you again on another journey.