Classic Korea Tour with a Twist – 2-Day Mystery Experience Along the Way

An unforgettable 2-day detour to somewhere you didn’t choose — but will never forget.

Multi-Day Tour (Private)
Starting at: $1,760.00
per personmore
Full
Day 1

group transfer (without a guide) for any flight is included in the price; guests are greeted by a Korean-speaking driver with their surname; there may be a slight wait for other guests

Seoul
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Day 2

Seoul City Loop: Heritage & Horizons
09:00
duration, hours: approximately 8
Seoul City Hall

A futuristic glass wave rises above the old City Hall, blending past and future in one bold design.
Powered by nature and home to the world’s largest indoor vertical garden, it’s one of Seoul’s greenest landmarks.
Open to visitors — step inside and see the living wall for yourself.

Gyungbokgung Palace

The main palace of the Joseon dynasty — rebuilt more than once, but never lost its grandeur.

Its perfect symmetry, royal guard ceremony, and the chance to wear a hanbok turn your visit into a journey through time.

Lotte World Tower & Seoul Sky

The tallest building in Korea is Lotte World Tower. 123 floors and 555 meters high. And on the highest floors is Seoul Sky - an observation deck.

Floor with transparent floor; the floor where you can go outside, the floor with cafes and souvenirs. Even the elevator that takes you to Seoul Sky is a separate attraction with Guinness records to boot.

Gangnam Style Horse Dance Statue

This statue is a must-visit for fans of PSY's global hit "Gangnam Style." It's a playful spot to capture fun and memorable photos, especially if you strike the famous horse dance pose!

Banpo Bridge

The longest in the world (1140 m) fountain on a bridge.

Insadong. Traditional teahouses, souvenirs, boutiques, galleries...

Insadong is famous for the abundance of souvenir shops, traditional restaurants and tea houses, boutiques.

Insadong-kil Pedestrian Street is the central street of the area.

Often you can see street performances - traditional Korean samul-nori percussion quartet or martial arts tekkyon, taekwon-do or performances of youth groups in the fusion style, etc.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

A futuristic complex by world-famous architect Zaha Hadid, a fashion and design center with flowing lines and modern aesthetics. Located in the Dongdaemun area. A venue for exhibitions, forums, fashion shows, biennales, etc.

Gwangjang Market

Immerse yourself in the culinary heart of Kwangjang Market, rightfully called a paradise for lovers of traditional food in the heart of Seoul. Here, the rich aromas of Korean street food and more substantial dishes come to life. Enjoy crispy hotteok pancakes, steaming servings of tteokbokki, and juicy Korean dumplings (mandu). The lively atmosphere, filled with the sounds of sizzling and enticing aromas, will give you an unforgettable sensory experience. Whether you're a gourmet or simply looking to explore Korean cuisine, Kwangjang is the perfect place to taste authentic dishes and dive into the culinary culture of Seoul.

Heungin Jimun

Большие Восточные ворота в крепостной стене Сеула

Samchong-dong/Bukchon

Winding lanes, wooden hanoks, hidden cafés — this is where time slows down.
Samcheong-dong charms with its hills and galleries, while Bukchon preserves the everyday beauty of Joseon-era homes.
Together, they offer a quiet, romantic escape — a walk through history lined with soft light and gentle stories.

Cheonggyechon Stream

A blend of nature and urban design, this stream winds through downtown Seoul — though entirely man-made today.
Once a natural river, it was buried after the Korean War and revived in 2005 as a tranquil walkway.
Fountains, illuminated bridges, and the Palgakdam weir make it one of the city’s most beloved evening spots.

Great King Sejong Avenue and the Gwanghwamun Square Ensemble

The complex of the central Gwanghwamun Square in front of the Gyeongbokgung Royal Palace, which is the compositional center of the capital of Korea, offers amazing views of Seoul: on one side is the main residence of the kings of the Joseon state (now a museum). But along the  Sejong-daero Avenue, departing from the square, there are high-rise modern buildings: government, embassies, Kyobo - the largest bookstore in Korea. Further down the avenue we can see the Seoul City Hall and still further - the Great South Gate of Namdaemun (National Treasure No. 1).

Bongunsa Temple

Temple of Bongeunsa is located in close proximity to the COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.

Originally named Gyeongseongsa, it was built by King Wonseong of the Silla Kingdom in the 10th year of his reign (794 AD).

In 1498, thanks to Queen Jeonghyeon, it was renovated and expanded to the east of King Seongjong's tomb, and at that time it was given its new name - Bongeunsa.

The iconic view of COEX is visible from the Maitreya Buddha statue on the temple grounds.

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Day 3

Mystery tour
09:00
duration, hours: approximately 4

😼 Mystery experience: the content is not revealed in advance. 

This is not a gimmick, but a carefully chosen experience based on weather, mood, and the moment.

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Day 4

Busan: the City of Pots Upside Down
09:00
duration, hours: approximately 6

Today we are waiting for a journey through, perhaps, the most dynamic metropolis of South Korea. What awaits us in Busan?

The largest in South Korea Fish market, rich in all kinds of sea creatures, both processed and completely alive, Gamcheon Cultural Village, observation deck on the roof of a department store awarded the Guinness Book of Records, cable car over the sea! The beautiful Camellia Island and the meeting place of APEC 2005 presidents.

Gwangan Bridge

A picturesque 2-storey bridge over the sea in Busan is one of its most exquiste landmarks.

Gamcheon Culture Village

A very piquturesque district in Busan, which was originally founded by some refugees during the Korean War.

 

Songdo Cable Car

Exciting journey above the sea with eye-catching views of the coastal Busan.

Jagalchi Fish Market

The largest seafood market in Korea, where you can see all kinds of marine creatures, both from the plant and animal worlds (and from the border worlds too!).

You can also eat deliciously at the market: fried or raw fish, as well as seafood, is served at the table in numerous restaurants in the market.

If you prefer something less exotic, we recommend the food court at the Lotte department store next door. The observation deck at the department store offers a magnificent view of Busan from a bird's eye view.

Lotte Gwangbok Observatory and Fountain

Breathtaking views of downtown Busan from the seaside Lotte Department Store. The department store, by the way, was included in the Guinness Book of Records: it houses the world's tallest indoor fountain.

Haeundae Beach; Camellia Island

Most popular beach in Busan and a vivid resort district.

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Day 5

Mystery tour
09:00
duration, hours: approximately 4

😼 Mystery experience: the content is not revealed in advance. 

This is not a gimmick, but a carefully chosen experience based on weather, mood, and the moment.

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Day 6

Seokguram & Bulguksa: Korea’s Buddhist Legacy
10:00
duration, hours: approximately 3
Seokkuram

The Buddha statue in this small temple in an artificial grotto is considered the most elegant in All of Korea! The grotto is located on the slope of Mount Tkhohamsan, where the winding serpentine of the mountain road leads.


The walk to the temple through the mountain forest from the parking lot takes about 15-20 minutes; depending on the weather, either a mysterious foggy landscape awaits us (fogs are not uncommon on this mountain), or breathtaking bird's-eye views of the thousand-year-old Gyeongju.


In the grotto, which is formally the hermitage of the Bulguksa temple, located below the slope, the dominant position is occupied by the above-mentioned statue of Buddha, sitting in a lotus position on a pedestal in the shape of a lotus. Around it at different heights are bas-reliefs and statues of bodhisattvas, arhats, Indra and Brahma, the Four Heavenly Kings.


If the group agrees, we can go down the mountainside to the temple of Bulguksa.

Bulguksa

The main Buddhist temple of United Silla, it is now a place of pilgrimage for many guests of Korea.

The temple was built in 774 under the leadership of the premier of the state of Silla, Kim Taesong. Legend has it that Bulguksa was dedicated to the parents of the current, so to speak, Kim Taesong. While Seokguram, the temple-hermitage under Bulguksa, was intended for Kim Taesung's parents from his previous incarnations.

In 1995, Bulguksa and Seokguram were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Night Magic of Gyeongju
17:00
duration, hours: approximately 3
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond

Though made anew, it is a nice and quite picturesque place, especially at night.

Hwangridan-gil

Just a few years ago, Hwangnam-dong began to come alive — as it grew popular among young people, cozy cafés, boutiques, bookstores, and souvenir shops began to appear. This is how Hwangridan-gil was born — a street that today feels inseparable from Gyeongju itself.

In the evening, it’s especially magical: from a rooftop café, you can watch the sunset over a sea of traditional Korean hanok rooftops. Narrow alleyways, the warm glow of shop windows, and the absence of high-rises create an atmosphere of charm and nostalgia.

Hwangridan-gil is located next to the ancient Daereungwon tombs and is protected as part of Korea’s cultural heritage.

Cheomseongdae Ancient Observatory

Cheomseongdae is one of the oldest observatories in the world (7th century). The tower of the observatory is full of symbolism: the total number of hewn stones from which it is built; the number of rows of these stones before and above the small window, the shape of the stones... Reasonable Silakians paid attention to everything.

Cheomseongdae was built under the reigning Queen Seondok - one of three in the history of Silla. The queen ended up in a drama that, of course, was filmed in Gyeongju.

The tour includes one of the following group transfers (your choice):

  1. 🚐 Group transfer from Seoul to Incheon or Gimpo Airport without a guide
    (if your flight departs from Seoul — the tour ends in Seoul; KTX ticket from Gyeongju to Seoul is included)

  2. 🚐 Group transfer from Gyeongju back to your hotel in Busan without a guide
    (if you plan to continue your trip from Busan — the tour ends in Gyeongju; KTX to Seoul is not included)

🏨 The Busan transfer takes you to the same hotel where you stayed earlier during the tour.

 

🛌 Want to stay longer?

Extend your adventure with extra nights in:

  • 🏙 Seoul — palaces, modern culture, shopping, and panoramic views.

  • 🌊 Busan — ocean breeze, fresh seafood, hot springs, and coastal charm.

👉 We’ll gladly help arrange extra nights and custom airport transfer in Busan — just let us know at the time of booking!