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Guaranteed Departures in 2011
 10 NIGHTS & 11 DAYS
Twin-Share [USD2,200.00 per person]
Single room User [USD2,850.00 per person]
1. Departure dates
| Winter season |
| Jan 03-13 / Jan 17-27/ Feb 07-17 / Feb 21-Mar 03 / Nov 07-17 / Nov 21-Dec01 / Dec 05-15 |
| Spring season |
| Mar 07-17 / Mar 21-31 / Apr 04-14 / Apr 18-Apr 28 / May 09-19 / May 23-Jun02 / Jun 06-16 |
| Summer season |
| Jul 04-14 / Jul 18-28 / Aug 08-18 / Aug 22-Sep 01 |
| Autumn Season |
| Sep 05-15 / Sep 19-29 / Oct 03-13 / Oct 17-27 |
2. Inclusions in the tour
- Twin sharing accommodation at local 4 star or local 5 star hotels in Korea for 10 nights with daily American breakfast.
- Buffet Breakfast will be provided if the hotel has buffet Breakfast.
- English Speaking guide throughout the tour for full commentary at attractions.
- Transfer service for whole journey.
- All admission fees and all tax, service charges are included.
3. Accommodation at the following hotels
- 3 nights at Hamilton Hotel (local 4 star) in the center of Itaewon Street in Seoul.
- 1 night at Daegu Grand Hotel (local lower 5 star) in Daegu
- 2 nights at Kolon Hotel (local 5 star) in Gyeongju
- 1 night at Busan Tourist Hotel (local 4 star) in Busan.
- 1 night at Cheongpoong Lake & Hill Resort Hotel (local 4 star) at Chungju Lake.
- 1 night at Samwhasa Temple (Korean Room) in Mt.Doota in Donghae City
- 1 night at Kenshington Hotel (local 5 star) in Mt.Seorak.
- 1 night at Lakehill Hotel (local 4 star) in Mt Songnisan
4. 10N11D Tour Itinerary
| Day 01 |
Arrival in Seoul |
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Day 01 Arrival in Seoul
Arrive in Seoul at Incheon International Airport, where you will be met by our representative & transfer to your hotel. Balance of day is free for your own leisure time or rest. If you arrive in Seoul on other dates with pre-extension booking, transfer is not provided. |
| Day 02 |
Seoul / Half Day Seoul City Tour / Seoul |
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After breakfast, start a morning tour of the city of Seoul, including National Museum, Secret Garden & Changdeok Palace and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan for a bird’s eye view of Metropolitan city of Seoul. Come back to hotel by 3 pm. Overnight in Seoul. |
| Day 03 |
Seoul / Korean Folk Village / Mt. Songnisan Nat’l Park/Daegu |
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Breakfast at hotel. Pick-up from hotel in Seoul confirmed for each departure.
Check-out and transfer to Korean Folk Village outside of Seoul, where the old traditional style houses and life style of 18th-19th century are being practiced by people living in the village. Proceed to Songnisan Nat'l Park and Beopjusa Temple. After the tour, transfer to Daegu via express way and check-in at the hotel
O/N at local 4 star Lakehill Hotel or local lower 5star Daegu Grand Hotel |
| Day 04 |
Mt. Songnisan Nat’l Park / Gyeongju |
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Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Gyeongju. Upon arrival in Gyeongju, an afternoon tour of Gyeongju includes Cheomseongdae Astronomic Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, walking tour in Gyeongju downtown and Bulguksa Temple. Hotel check-in and rest. Overnight in Gyeongju. Overnight at local 5 star Kolon Hotel |
| Day 05 |
Gyeongju |
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After breakfast, start your full day tour of Gyeongju by visiting Gwaeneung Royal Tomb, Seogguram Grotto, Scenic drive tour to Guryongpo Port. Drive along the sea for beautiful coastal scenery. Return to Gyeongju. 4 Face-Buddha, National Museum. Overnight in Gyeongju. Overnight at local 5 star Kolon Hotel |
| Day 06 |
Gyeongju / Busan |
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After breakfast, check out and transfer to Unmoonsa Temple (Buddhist Nun's temple). Proceed to Busan for city tour. Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, Nampodong Street. Overnight at local 4 star Busan Tourist Hotel in downtown |
| Day 07 |
Busan / Haeinsa Temple / Andong / Chungju |
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After breakfast, transfer to Gayasan national Park via expressway.
In Gayasan National Park, visit Haeinsa Temple, a world famous Korean cultural treasure called Tripikata Koreana, which was made during the Goryo Dynasty to protect the country from the invasion of Mongolian troops by Buddha’s power.
This Tripitaka Koreana was designated by UNESCO as World heritage.
Proceed to Andong, 2 hours away from Haeinsa.
Andong is the best preserved village with its traditional style noble houses. In 1999, Queen Elisabeth II visited Hahoe Village and was welcomed with Birthday Party Table decorated in Korean traditional way. Hahoe Village in Andong is famous for mask dance.
Proceed to Chungju Lake and check-in to a hotel for rest.
Overnight at local 4 star Cheongpoong Lake Hotel |
| Day 08 |
Chungju / Mt. Doota / Temple Stay |
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After breakfast, take a ride on Sightseeing Boat for lakeside scenery.(In Winter season, boat tour is subject to weather condition. If lake is frozen, boat tour will be cancelled.)
Transfer to Seorak via Gangneung. In Gangneung, visit Chamsori Gramophone & Audio Museum, which boasts itself with incredible collection of 19thy Century gramophones and 1st generation audio systems.
Proceed to Mt. Doota for unique temple stay experience at Samwhasa Temple.
Upon arrival at the temple, change your cloth to temple uniform prepared by the temple. Orientation for various things to know for staying at the temple regarding regulations and schedule. Attend evening ceremony of bell-ringing, evening chanting worship and tea. For one night, you will not have phone and TV in your private Korean traditional style room. Shower room and toilet are separated for female and male.
No alcohol is allowed at temple. Overnight at Samwhasa Temple. |
| Day 09 |
Sunrise View at East Coast/Mt. Seorak |
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Wake up at 3 am for morning worship. (for volunteers only)
After breakfast, transfer to Border Unification Observatory at border line at East Coast for a very close view of North Korea.
Return to Mt. Seorak National Park for cable car ride to Gwonkeumsansung and visit to Shinheungsa Temple. You will have a chance to enjoy hot spring swim or sauna at Waterpia Spa Park at own expense.
Return to hotel on own by taxi after enjoying the best water park of Korea until you are satisfied. In Winter season, ski resort visit can be arranged based on your own expense for ski gear rental fee and lift fee. Alps Ski Resort is 40 minutes drive from your hotel.
Overnight at local 5 star Kenshington Hotel |
| Day 10 |
Seorak / Seoul |
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After breakfast, transfer to Gapyeong to visit Morning Calm Flower and Tree Park, which displays unique Korean Wild Flowers and trees in a garden located in mountain valley.(* For tours in the months of Jan, Feb, March, April, Nov, Dec, visit Yangpyeong Filming Studio with all the movie sets instead of flower park as flowers are not blooming enough in the months.)
Transfer to Seoul and visit Itaewon Street for your shopping time for famous leather bags, shoes, Korean dolls, etc.
Check-in to hotel.
Overnight at local 4 star Itaewon Hotel in Seoul. |
| Day 11 |
Seoul/End of tour |
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After breakfast, check-out. No transfer is provided. End of tour. |
7NIGHTS & 8DAYS
Twin-Share [USD1,600.00 per person]
Single room User [USD2,000.00 per person]8
1. Departure dates
| Winter season |
| Jan 03-10 / Jan 17-24/ Feb 07-14 / Feb 21-28 / Nov 07-14 / Nov 21-28 / Dec 05-12 |
| Spring season |
| Mar 07-14 / Mar 21-28 / Apr 04-11 / Apr 18-25 / May 09-16 / May 23-30 / Jun 06-13 / Jun 20-27 |
| Summer season |
| Jul 04-11 / Jul 18-25 / Aug 08-15 / Aug 22-29 |
| Autumn Season |
| Sep 05-12 / Sep 19-26 / Oct 03-10 / Oct 17-24 |
2. Inclusions in the tour
- Twin sharing accommodation at local 4 star or local 5 star hotels in Korea for 7 nights with daily American breakfast.
- Buffet Breakfast will be provided if the hotel has buffet Breakfast.
- English Speaking guide for full commentary at attractions.
- Transfer service for whole journey.
- All admission fees and all tax, service charges are included.
3. Accommodation at the following hotels
- 3 nights at Hamilton Hotel (local 4 star) in the center of Itaewon Street in Seoul.
- 1 night at Lakehill Hotel (local 4 star) in Mt. Songnisan
- 2 nights at Kolon Hotel (local 5 star) in Gyeongju.
- 1 night at Busan Tourist Hotel (local 4 star) in Busan.
4. 7N8D Tour Itinerary
| Day 01 |
Arrival in Seoul |
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Arrive in Seoul at Incheon International Airport, where you will be met by our representative & transfer to your hotel. Balance of day is free for your own leisure time or rest. If you arrive in Seoul on other dates with pre-extension booking, transfer is not provided.O/N at local 4 star Hamilton Hotel |
| Day 02 |
Seoul / Half Day Seoul City Tour / Seoul |
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After breakfast, start a morning tour of the city of Seoul, including National Museum, Secret Garden & Changdeok Palace and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan for a bird’s eye view of Metropolitan city of Seoul. Come back to hotel by 3 pm. Overnight in Seoul. |
| Day 03 |
Seoul / Korean Folk Village / Mt. Songnisan Nat’l Park/ Daegu |
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Breakfast at hotel. Pick-up from hotel in Seoul confirmed for each departure.
Check-out and transfer to Korean Folk Village outside of Seoul, where the old traditional style houses and life style of 18th-19th century are being practiced by people living in the village. Proceed to Songnisan Nat'l Park and Beopjusa Temple.
O/N at local 4 star Lakehill Hotel or local lower 5 star Daegu Grand Hotel
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| Day 04 |
Mt. Songnisan Nat’l Park / Gyeongju |
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Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Gyeongju. Upon arrival in Gyeongju, an afternoon tour of Gyeongju includes Cheomseongdae Astronomic Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, walking tour in Gyeongju downtown and Bulguksa Temple. Hotel check-in and rest. Overnight in Gyeongju. Overnight at local 5 star Kolon Hotel |
| Day 05 |
Gyeongju |
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After breakfast, start your full day tour of Gyeongju by visiting Gwaeneung Royal Tomb, Seogguram Grotto, Scenic drive tour to Guryongpo Port. Drive along the sea for beautiful coastal scenery. Return to Gyeongju. 4 Face-Buddha, National Museum. Overnight in Gyeongju. Overnight at local 5 star Kolon Hotel |
| Day 06 |
Gyeongju / Busan |
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After breakfast, check out and transfer to Unmoonsa Temple (Buddhist Nun's temple). Proceed to Busan for city tour. Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, Nampodong Street. Overnight at local 4 star Busan Tourist Hotel in downtown |
| Day 07 |
Busan / Seoul |
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After breakfast, transfer to Seoul with driver only. Upon arrival in Seoul, Check-in to the hotel located in Itaewon Street for your shopping time for famous lesther bags, shoes, Korean dolls, etc. Overnight in Seoul |
| Day 08 |
Seoul / End of tour |
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After breakfast, check-out. No Transfer is provided. End of tour. |
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