South Korea 6-Day Tour: Seoul to Gangwon

5 cities | 11 attraction(s) | total distance 891 km

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Embark on a 6-day tour of South Korea, starting in Seoul with visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. Explore Jeonju's Hanok Village and Jeondong Catholic Church on day 2. Day 3 takes you to Jeolla-do for Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve and Nagan Eupseong Folk Village. Discover Jinjuseong Fortress and the Namgang Lantern Festival in Jinju on day 4. Day 5 brings you to Gangwon Province for Seoraksan National Park and Sokcho Beach. End the journey back in Seoul with a visit to Dongdaemun Design Plaza and shopping at Myeongdong Street. Enjoy a mix of historical sites, natural landscapes, and cultural experiences on this itinerary.

Day1: Seoul

2 attraction(s) · 1 km

Explore the iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace and immerse yourself in Korean history. Discover the traditional charm of Bukchon Hanok Village with its unique architecture and quaint shops.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Free guided tours are offered of this large 14th-century royal palace with a museum & gardens.

1 km

Bukchon Hanok Village

Village dating to the 14th century filled with narrow streets lined with restored traditional homes.

Day2: Jeonju

2 attraction(s) · 1 km

Explore the traditional culture of Jeonju at the Hanok Village, taste the famous bibimbap, and witness vibrant street performances. Visit the beautiful Jeondong Catholic Church, one of South Korea’s oldest Western-style buildings.

Jeonju Hanok Village

Cultural village with traditional Korean Hanok houses, plus calligraphy & sake museums.

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Jeondong Cathedral

Built 1908–1914, this historic Romanesque church features statues of Korean Catholic martyrs.

Day3: Suncheon

2 attraction(s) · 16 km

Explore the beauty and history of Jeolla-do with a visit to the Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve, where you can admire diverse wildlife and stunning views. Continue your journey at the Nagan Eupseong Folk Village to immerse yourself in Korea's traditional culture and architecture.

Shuntian Bay Wetland

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Shun Tian Bay Wetland is one of the famous five wetlands in the world. It has vast tidal flats and a 5,400 square meter (1.6 million square foot) reed marsh, which are home to many precious migratory birds and diverse wetland organisms. In addition, Shun Tian Bay Wetland also has multiple attractions, such as the observatory and Longshan viewing platform. Here, you can freely appreciate the beautiful scene of the wind blowing through the reeds. With suitable geographical conditions, it forms a visual feast in an ecological park.

16 km

Nagan Eupseong Folk Village

Visitors can tour the grounds of this Joseon-era fortress with traditional dwellings & buildings.

Day4: Jinju

2 attraction(s) · 1 km

Explore the historic Jinjuseong Fortress, which played a crucial role in defending against Japanese invasions. If visiting in autumn, don't miss the enchanting Namgang Lantern Festival with its colorful lanterns floating on the river.

Jinjuseong Fortress

Medieval stronghold encircled by a 1,760m stone wall, with elaborate pavilions & a history museum.

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Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival Site

Day5: Gangwon-Do

1 attraction(s) · 0 km

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Gangwon Province by hiking through Seoraksan National Park and relaxing at Sokcho Beach, offering a perfect combination of natural beauty and coastal serenity.

Sokcho Beach

Popular beach for swimming, walking & shell collecting, backed by pine forest, resorts & eateries.

Day6: Seoul

2 attraction(s) · 3 km

Explore the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul, then indulge in shopping and street food at Myeongdong Street. Travel from Seoul to Jeonju, Jeonju to Jeolla-do, Jeolla-do to Jinju, Jinju to Gangwon Province, and finally back to Seoul.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

DDP is a design plaza that combines traditional historical architecture with cutting-edge modern technology. It covers an area of 62,692 square meters, with a building area of 25,104 square meters and a total area of 86,574 square meters, consisting of 3 underground floors and 4 above-ground floors. In addition to Seoul City Wall and Two-Block Gate (265m² 8,030 square meters), the park also includes buildings such as Dongdaemun History Museum, Dongdaemun Relics Exhibition Ground, Dongdaemun Sports Memorial Hall, event halls, and design galleries. DDP offers various exhibitions and activities such as Seoul Architecture Culture Festival, BANWOOJUNG Show, Hera Seoul Fashion Week, Farmers' Market, etc. Visitors can participate in on-site or group tours, or freely explore using the free audio guide, or participate in children's programs such as design playground and regular workshops. The main facilities of DDP include Art Center, Cultural Center, Design Center, Dongdaemun History Culture Park, and Harmony Square. The Design Market is a multi-purpose market that offers cultural products, experiential activities, and shop-in-shop services, aiming to enhance the vitality of the surrounding commercial area.

3 km