Uncover Korea: K Pop & Hanok Villages

Yes, the tour is designed for shared accommodation and does not involve a single supplement. Solo travelers will be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.

The tour will use a variety of transportation methods including private vehicles, taxis, planes, and walking.

During the free time in Jeju Island, you can visit galleries like Bunker de Lumieres, race carts at 9.81 Park, relax on beaches such as Geumneung Beach and Hyeopjae Beach, or hike a portion of the Olle trail.

During the Hanok Village stay, you will experience traditional Korean culture and architecture. You can explore Jeonju's special attractions, such as the Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeondong Catholic Church, Korean Liquor museum, and Jeonju handicraft exhibition hall.

The highlight of the visit to Tongyeong includes a ride on the Tongyeong Cable Car for stunning views of Hallyeohaesang National Park and exploring the seafood market to try local specialties like sea squirts and oysters.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Local Living Moment: Hanok Village Stay, Jeonju Your Foodie Moment: Tongyeong Seafood Market, Tongyeong-si Your Big Night Out Moment: - Jeju, Jeju-si Your Discover Moment: Free time in Jeju Island, Jeju-si. Delicious KFC dinner (Korean Fried Chicken!). Visit HiKR Ground. Walk through Ikseon-Dong Alley and Gwangjang market. Free time in Seoul. Traditional Hanok Village stay. Visit to Gamcheon village. Tongyeong Cable Car ride. Visit to Tasting at Tongyeong Seafood market. Evening visit to Dongmun market. Short hike to Seongsan Sunrise Peak. Guided tour of Seongeup Folk Village. Watch the Haenyeo Women Divers. Visit to Hamdeok Beach. Free time in Jeju. Transport to/from included activities.

Explore the best of Seoul at HiKR Ground and Gwangjang Market, Stay overnight in a Hanok Village, Dive into a mountainside full of color with a visit to Gamcheon, Get way off the beaten track and explore Jeju island

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While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

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Max 18, avg 15

1 dinner

Private vehicle, taxi, plane, walking.

All local flights are included in the cost of your tour unless otherwise noted. It is important that we have your passport information at the time of booking in order to process these tickets. Internal flight tickets are issued locally and will be given to you prior to the flight departure.

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Multi-share hostel (8nts), Hanok Village Stay (1nt)

ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

1. By a taxi : About 70 mins ~ Please catch one in a taxi stand / All taxis use a meter machine for fare (Don't catch one by a puller-in with a fixed price, slightly more expensive) - Normal taxi (All colors except in black) : USD 55 ~ USD 65 (Krw 65,000 ~ Krw 75,000) / suitable for up to 2 passengers - Premium taxi (color in black) : USD 85 ~ USD 105 (Krw 95,000 ~ Krw 11,000) / suitable for up to 3 passengers - If a group has more than 3 passengers, a jumbo taxi would be better at the same price of premium taxi. 2. By Airport Train / Move To Seoul Station by a non-stop train then transfer to a taxi for Hotel Prince / About 60 mins ~- A train comes in about 30 mins from 05:15 until 22:50 / USD 9 - It will take about 43 mins from Terminal 1 and 53 mins from Terminal 2 by a non-stop airport train - Get off at the Seoul station - Go out to the taxi stand of main gate - Take a taxi for Dream Guest House (10 min) : Normal taxi - USD 5 / Premium taxi - USD 10 3. By Airport Bus - From the airport to Dream Guest House : Bus No. 6001 / 06:55 ~ 22:50 / every 30mins / Krw 17,000 / takes about 90 min (8 stops) / Purchase tickets at ticket booth of the arrival floor - From Dream Guest House to the Airport : Bus No. 6015 / 04:45 ~ 20:08 / every 30mins / Krw 17,000 / takes about 90 mins (8 stops) / Cash payment available. - Bus stop we need to get off : & get on(opposite direction) : Namdaemun Market(Hoehyeon Station) - 200 meters (6mins) walk from/to the guesthouse (The bus number is different when you come and when you go.)

We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier and contact us as soon as possible. If you have a pre-booked transfer, and you have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.

Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Representative (if one is listed below) or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible. AIRPORT TRANSFER If you have purchased an arrival through G Adventures or if an arrival transfer is included in the cost of your tour, please note that: Your arrival transfer has been arranged based on flight information provided to us. If you are advised of a flight schedule change or flight cancellation within 48 hours of your scheduled arrival time, please call the emergency contact number to advise of your new arrival flight information. If you do not, we will not be able to rearrange your arrival transfer and you will need to make your own way to the starting hotel at your own expense. If your arrival transfer does not arrive within 30 minutes after you have exited the arrivals area please take a taxi to your start point hotel.  EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS G Adventures Local Office (Korea) During office hours, Mon-Fri 9:30-18:00 Local Time From outside Korea: 1st contact Derek Jeon +82-10-8759-9367 (2nd contact Tommy Na +82-10-5514-5041) From within Korea: 1st contact Derek Jeon 010-8759-9367 (2nd contact Tommy Na 010-5514-5041) After office hours emergency number Primary phone: Derek +82-10-8759-9367 2nd contact Tommy +82-10-5514-5041 If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office, please call the numbers listed below which will connect you directly with our Sales team who will happily assist you. Hours of operation by region can be found here. Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100 Calls from UK: 0344 272 0000 Calls from Germany: 0800 365 1000 Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618 Calls from New Zealand: 0800 333 307 Outside North America, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the UK: +1 416 260 0999

We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as you are expected to carry your own luggage. Our trips in South Korea use some public transport and most will have limited luggage storage space. You will also be walking with your luggage in busy public train stations to catch connecting trains, so it is highly recommended that you travel light and have easy to handle luggage and capable of walking up and down the stairs with your luggage without any assistance. A large bag will be an inconvenience to you and will slow you down. We recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10-15kg/22-30lb. Suitcases are not recommended for G Adventures trips. Most travellers carry a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size. You will also need a day-pack/rucksack to carry daily essentials like water, cameras, passport, i-pods etc.

Cold weather: • Long-sleeved shirts or sweater • Scarf • Warm gloves • Warm hat • Warm layers Documents: • Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border) • Insurance info (required) (With photocopies) • Passport (required) (With photocopies) • Vouchers and pre-departure information (required) • Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies) Essentials: • Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.) • Binoculars (optional) • Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries) • Cash, credit and debit cards • Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights) • Ear plugs • First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking) • Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal) • Fleece top/sweater • Footwear • Hat • Locks for bags • Long pants/jeans • Moneybelt • Outlet adapter • Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.) • Reusable water bottle • Shirts/t-shirts • Sleepwear • Small travel towel • Sunglasses • Swimwear • Watch and alarm clock • Waterproof backpack cover • Windproof rain jacket Health & Safety: • Hand sanitizer (required) • Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.) • Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.) Warm weather: • Sandals/flip-flops • Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended) • Sun hat/bandana • Swimwear

Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels but this is very expensive. Your leader can show you self service coin laundries in larger cities. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.

All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your own responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. Visa requirements for your trip will vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. We keep the following information up to date as far as possible, but rules do change and sometimes without warning. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check the information yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements. Visa information specific to your destination and nationality can be found in our Important Pre-Departure Information page here

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!

Seoul - Gangnam District Visit - N Seoul Tower Visit - K-Pop Dance Class - Seoul City Tour Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Visit Jeonju-si - Hanbok Wearing - Jeonju Hanok Village Craft Museum Busan - Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island (APEC House) Visit - Jjimjilbang - Skyline Luge Jeju-si - Yongduam Rock - Yongyeon Cloud Bridge - Bunker des Lumières - Oreum Hiking - Hike the Olle Trail

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We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, travellers' cheques, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery at home - you won't need it while travelling. Many of the hotels we use have safety deposit boxes which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage.

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In Asia the dress standard is more conservative than it is back home. When packing try to pick loose, lightweight, long clothing that will keep you cool in the usually hot and humid climate of Asian summers. In predominately Buddhist countries we ask that you dress respectfully and avoid very short shorts/skirts and singlets/tanktops when visiting temples or other holy sites.

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Most of our trips do not have a single supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin share basis and, if travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another G Adventures traveller of the same sex. Some tours have an optional single supplement. An optional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travellers to request their own room.

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