7 Day South Korea Full Tour Itinerary🇰🇷

• Arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
• Take the AREX Express Train directly to Seoul Station (fast, clean, luggage-friendly)
• Transfer to your hotel and check in (or leave luggage if early)

• Walk around your local neighborhood
• Light lunch nearby (bibimbap, kimbap, ramyeon)
• Visit convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven) to:

o Buy T-money transport card

o Try Korean snacks & drinks

• Visit Nolsoop Manga Café – relax, read, and experience a unique Korean café culture
• Head to Myeongdong Shopping Street:
• Browse K-beauty stores (Olive Young, Innisfree, Laneige)
• Research products before buying
• Enjoy street food (tteokbokki, egg bread, skewers)

• Dinner at Myeongdong Kyoja (famous for kalguksu noodles)
• Visit N Seoul Tower
• Admission: approx. ₩13,000 –£9.50
• Buy tickets on-site or online
• Return to hotel

9:00 AM – Gyeongbokgung Palace

• Rent a hanbok (₩15,000 / ~£9)
• Palace admission is free with hanbok
• Take photos and explore Korea’s royal history

11:00 AM – Ikseon-dong

• Walk through charming alleys
• Visit boutique cafés and shops
• Budget: ₩10,000–₩15,000

1:00 PM – Gwangjang Market

• Try:

o Twisted mochi donuts

o Bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes)

o Mayak gimbap

• Budget: ₩10,000–₩15,000

3:00 PM – Eunpyeong Hanok Village

• Quiet, scenic area with traditional houses
• Great views and relaxed atmosphere

7:00 PM – All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ

• Average price: ₩14,900 (~£9)

9:00 PM – Karaoke in Hongdae

• Sing K-pop hits
• Cost: ₩10,000–₩20,000

• Early flight from Seoul to Jeju Island
• Rent a car (essential for Jeju)
• Start island exploration

Full Day – Jeju Highlights

Visit selected spots depending on time:

• Hallasan Mountain
• Jeju Folk Village
• Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
• Camellia Hill
• Tangerine picking farm (seasonal)
• Manjanggul Lava Cave
• Dol Hareubang stone statues
• Udo Island (if weather allows)
• Dodubong Rainbow Coastal Road
• Iho Tewoo Horse Lighthouse

Weather note (March–May):

• Rainy season
• Bring:

o Raincoat

o Waterproof shoes

o Light layers

Iconic Jeju Food

Doldam Black Pork – Jeju famous black pork BBQ (charcoal grilled).

Gozip Dol Wooluck Hamdeok / Gozip Dol Wooluck Jungmun – Local seafood restaurants serving fresh grilled fish and seafood.

Baobi – Highly-rated casual eatery with creative comfort food.

Jeju Asalam Restaurant – Well-liked affordable option for a break from Korean food (Arab cuisine).

Ujin Haejangguk – Classic Jeju hangover soup and breakfast choice.

Markets & Street Eats Jeju

Dongmun Traditional Market – Great place to try local snacks, hallabong juice, seafood and souvenirs.

Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market – Lively market in Seogwipo with grilled abalone, black pork skewers and Jeju treats.

Must-try snacks: Jeju hallabong (citrus) juice, seafood pancakes, tteokbokki and gimbap.

This tour is to be booked in advance

Imjingak Park: A park with war memorials and the Freedom Bridge.​ (1h)

Freedom Bridge (30min)

Korean demilitarized zone (30min)

The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel: Discovered in 1978, this tunnel was dug by North Korea; visitors can explore a portion of it.

Dora Observatory: Offers views into North Korea through telescopes.​ (1h)

Dorasan Station: A symbolic railway station awaiting potential reunification.

Clothes to avoid, ripped jeans, revealing, open shoes, military style fit.

Temperature: High 23, Low 12. Lightweight, breathable layer for temperature variations in the day. Comfy shoes,

SPF protection, small bag with water bottle, phone/ snacks (granola bars, fruit, avoid strong smelling food)

Photography Restrictions: Always follow the guide's instructions regarding photography; certain areas prohibit taking photos.​

Physical Fitness: Be prepared for physical activity, especially when exploring tunnels with steep inclines

9:00 AM – Take KTX to Busan

Travel Time: Approximately 2.5 hours​

Book ticket online in advance! Tickets are likely to sell out.

Estimated Cost: ₩59,800 / £35​🕐 1:00 PM – Visit Gamcheon Culture Village

Activities: Explore colorful houses and art installations.​

3:00 PM – Explore BIFF Square & Jagalchi Fish Market

Activities: Try street food like hotteok and fresh seafood.​

Local Specialties & Restaurants

Busan is especially known for fresh seafood — sashimi and grilled fish at the markets are must-tries. Try dwaeji-gukbap (pork & rice soup) and local noodle soups in food streets like Seomyeon Food Street.

Street Food & Markets

Jagalchi Fish Market – South Korea’s largest seafood market with cooked stalls and fresh eats.

BIFF Square & Nampo-dong International Market – Excellent street food hub for hotteok, fish cake skewers, tempura and more. Haeundae Market & Bupyeong Kkangtong Market – Local snack stalls, grilled shellfish, dumplings and late-night eats.

7:00 PM – Visit Busan Tower

Activities: Enjoy panoramic views of the city.​Admission: ₩8,000 / £5​

9:00 PM – Return to Seoul via KTX

Day is dedicated to fashion, K-beauty, lifestyle brands, and Gangnam.

10AM Starfield COEX Mall (Gangnam)

Massive mall, SM Town area (K-Pop merch), Ader Error / Gentle Monster stores nearby

12PM Lunch at Gangnam Korean BBQ

Popular chains: Maple Tree House, Seorae Galmaegi

Trendy luxury-street shopping:

Ader Error

Musinsa Standard (K-fashion basics)

Chuu (known for

• 5kg jeans)

Boutique cafés + aesthetic photo spots

4.30PM If you want better deals & stock than Myeongdong:

Cashback kiosks

Huge international section

Staff can recommend products

6.30PM Cafe Hopping in Sinsa

Options:

Café Onion

Nudake by Gentle Monster

Café Dior (luxury but beautiful)

Dinner at Korean Fried Chicken (Gangnam)

BHC, Goobne, or Kyochon

Optional Nightlife

Explore Gangnam bars & lounges

10:00 Lotte Duty Free (Myeongdong) AM – Best for: Perfume, Luxyru bags, K-beauty tax-free purchases

12:30 Namdaemun Market

• Sourvenirs, Snacks, Korean utensils, magnets, chopsticks

2:00 PM – Onitsuka Tiger (Myeongdong or Hongdae)

• Alternative to buying in Jpana, stocks usually great in Seoul

3:30 PM – Buy Last-Minute K-Beauty & Gifts - Olive young, Lalavla, Aritaum

6:00 PM – Final Korean BBQ Dinner

• End with a proper Korean meal

Enjoy convenience-store ramen by the river

Peaceful closing to your trip

Fine / Special Occasion Dining

Jungsik Seoul – Modern Korean haute cuisine with creative tasting menus; great for a memorable dinner.

Mingles – Refined Korean dishes with seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation.

La Yeon – Upscale traditional Korean classics with panoramic views (inside luxury hotel).

Pierre Gagnaire à Séoul – French fine dining with spectacular city views at Lotte Hotel.

Seoul Dining / KwonSookSoo / Ryunique – Other excellent high-end options combining local and international influences.

Tip: Book these in advance where possible — many are popular and have limited evening slots.

Great Local / Mid-Range Spots

Odarijip Ganjang Gejang Savoy Hotel Branch – Local favourite for soy-marinated crab (ganjang gejang).

Daol Charcoal Grilling (Korean BBQ Daol) – Highly rated Korean BBQ in Myeongdong.

Hangong-Gan – Excellent Asian fusion option in Yeonnam-dong.

Casual snack & quick bites: 불난나래김밥 – super-high-rated cheap gimbap.

Street Food & Markets (Seoul)

Gwangjang Market – Seoul’s oldest market with fresh mandu, bindaetteok (mung-bean pancake) and more

Tongin Market – Classic brass coin lunchbox experience.

Namdaemun & Myeongdong Night Stalls – For hotteok, tteokbokki, egg bread and other iconic Korean snacks.