South Korea Western Adventure 3D/2N
South Korea Western Adventure 3D/2N
South Korea Western Adventure 3D/2N
3 Days Starting in Seoul and ending in Busan
Visiting: Seoul, Gongju, Buyeo, Jeonju, Gwangju, Suncheon, Yeosu, Busan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
29211
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Discover Western South Korea as you make your way from Seoul to Busan, experiencing ancient history, rich culture, and stunning natural sceneries along the way.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Seoul - Jeonju, South Korea
Location: Seoul, Gongju, Buyeo, Jeonju
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: None
Visit Seoul, Gongju, Buyeo, and Jeonju Today, you'll meet your guide at 8am at a predetermined meeting point near Gwanghwamun Intersection. Depart from Seoul to drive around 1.5 hours to Gongju, where you will visit UNESCO-listed Tomb of King Muryeong and the Gongsanseong Fortress. Next, we'll drive for another 1.5 hours to Buyeo, an ancient capital of the Baekje Dynasty, and stop by Nakhwaam Cliff Observatory. Then, continue for another hour to Jeonju, a city famous for its architecture, food, and events, and finish the day, visiting the UNESCO-listed Jeonju Hanok village, home of 735 traditional Korean hanok houses. Check into your accommodation and enjoy the rest of the afternoon on your own.
Day 2: Jeonju - Yeosu, South Korea
Location: Gwangju, Suncheon, Yeosu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit Gwangju, Suncheon, and Yeosu After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, we'll transfer 1 hour and 20 minutes to Gwangju. It is the most important city in Honam Region and the birthplace of the modern democratic movement in the country, and end the visit at the 18th National Cemetery. Next, we'll drive about an hour to Suncheon, where you will visit the stunning Suncheon Bay Garden (not included). Finally, we'll arrive to Yeosu, a lovely port city. See the Historic Site of Admiral Yi Sun-Sin's Path, and overnight.
Day 3: Yeosu - Busan, South Korea
Location: Yeosu, Busan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Jinjuseong Fortress and transfer to Busan Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, and head out to discover the Jinjuseong Fortress, historically linked to Japanese invasion in 1592. We'll continue 1.5 hours to the seaside city of Busan, where your journey will come to an end at Busan Train Station at around 13:00pm. (In case you need a train ticket from Busan to Seoul, please let us know beforehand.)
What's Included
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Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights in comfortable 3-star and 4-star hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after your daily adventures.
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Transport
Travel conveniently with van/coach transfers between destinations, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
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Meals
Breakfast is included for 2 days.
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Activities
Included activities as per itinerary, such as visiting the Tomb of King Muryeong, Gongsanseong Fortress, and Jeonju Hanok village.
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Guides
An English-speaking guide will accompany you during the tours.
What's Not Included
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Airport transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
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Other meals/drinks
Meals and drinks other than the included breakfasts are not provided.
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Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not covered.
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Optional tours (admission)
Admission fees for optional tours are not included.
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KTX train (Busan to Seoul)
The KTX train from Busan to Seoul costs $70 per person and is not included.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not provided.
Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with van/coach transfers between destinations, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
No, airport transfers are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Is an English-speaking guide available during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide will be available during the tours.
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What are some of the key historical sites visited on this tour?
Key historical sites include the Tomb of King Muryeong, Gongsanseong Fortress, the Historic Site of Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s Path, and Jinjuseong Fortress.
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Can I get assistance with booking a train ticket from Busan to Seoul?
Yes, if you need a train ticket from Busan to Seoul, please let the tour operator know beforehand.
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Are there any optional tours or activities that are not included in the tour package?
Yes, optional tours and admissions are not included in the tour package.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 2 breakfasts.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will enjoy 2 nights in comfortable 3-star and 4-star hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after your daily adventures.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts in Seoul and ends in Busan.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes van/coach transfers between destinations, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.