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Seoul 7-Day Cultural Immersion

Seoul, South Korea · $2,200–$3,400

Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of traditional and modern Korea. Visit historic palaces, experience K-pop culture, savor street food, and explore trendy neighborhoods in this comprehensive Seoul adventure.

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Trip highlights

Visit 3 major royal palaces
Experience authentic K-pop culture
Try 15+ Korean dishes
DMZ border tour experience
Explore 5 distinct neighborhoods

7-day itinerary summary

Arrival & Myeongdong

14:00
Hotel Check-in

Settle into your hotel in the heart of Seoul
15:00
Rest & Freshen Up

Shower, change, and adjust to time zone
16:00
Explore Myeongdong Shopping Street

Browse Korean cosmetics, fashion, and street food
19:00
Myeongdong Street Food Dinner

Try tteokbokki, hotteok, and Korean fried chicken

Royal Palaces & Hanok Village

09:00
Gyeongbokgung Palace

Visit Seoul's largest royal palace and watch the changing of the guard
12:00
Lunch at Tosokchon Samgyetang

Try authentic Korean ginseng chicken soup
13:15
Cafe / Cool Down

Iced tea or coffee before more walking
14:00
Bukchon Hanok Village

Wander through traditional Korean houses and photo spots
17:00
Insadong Art Street

Browse traditional crafts, tea houses, and galleries
19:30
Dinner at Jungsik

Michelin-starred modern Korean cuisine (optional splurge)

Gangnam & K-Pop Culture

10:00
COEX Mall & Starfield Library

Visit the stunning public library inside the mall
12:00
SM Entertainment COEX Artium

K-pop store with artist merchandise and photo zones
14:00
Gangnam Street Lunch

Korean BBQ at a local restaurant
16:00
Bongeunsa Temple

Peaceful Buddhist temple in the city
17:30
Cafe Break / Free Time

Light snack or coffee before evening strolls
18:00
Garosu-gil Shopping & Cafes

Trendy street with boutiques and Instagram-worthy cafes

DMZ Day Trip

07:00
DMZ & JSA Tour

Full-day guided tour to Korean border (book in advance)
16:30
Return to Seoul & Rest

Shower and decompress after full-day tour
18:00
Dinner at Gwangjang Market

Try bindaetteok, mayak gimbap, and Seoul's oldest market food

Hongdae & Nightlife

10:00
Hongdae Free Market

Weekend artist market (Sat/Sun only)
13:00
Lunch at Yookssam Naengmyeon

Try cold buckwheat noodles
15:00
Trick Eye Museum

Interactive 3D art museum
16:30
Free Time / Hotel Reset

Rest, change, and prep for evening
18:00
Korean BBQ Dinner

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience
21:00
Hongdae Nightlife

Live music venues, clubs, and street performances

Seoul Tower & Han River

10:00
N Seoul Tower

Cable car ride and panoramic Seoul views
13:00
Itaewon International Food Street

International cuisine options
15:00
Free Time / Coffee Break

Short rest before biking by the river
16:00
Han River Park

Bike rental, picnic, or paddle boat
19:00
Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain

Evening light show on the bridge

Last Day Shopping & Departure

09:00
Namdaemun Market

Last-minute souvenir shopping at traditional market
12:00
Final Korean Meal

Bibimbap or Korean set meal
13:15
Hotel Checkout & Bag Pick-up

Collect luggage and prepare for airport transfer
14:00
Hotel Checkout & Airport

AREX train or airport bus

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