South Korea – Seoul & Busan

South Korea combines royal palaces, traditional villages, trendy neighbourhoods and irresistibly spicy cuisine. From Seoul, capital of K-pop and design, to Busan, a port city between sea and mountains, this trip reveals a dynamic and welcoming country.

Itinerary

1. Day 1 — Flight Abidjan – Seoul via Doha or Istanbul
2. Day 2 — Arrival in Seoul, hotel transfer, evening in Myeongdong
3. Day 3 — Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Village, Insadong district
4. Day 4 — Morning excursion to the DMZ, Gangnam and N Seoul Tower in the evening
5. Day 5 — KTX train to Busan, Haeundae Beach
6. Day 6 — Gamcheon Village, Jagalchi Market, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
7. Day 7 — Transfer to the airport and return flight to Abidjan

Highlights

• Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace dressed in a traditional hanbok
• Stroll through the traditional Bukchon Hanok Village
• Shopping and street food in the Myeongdong district
• Excursion to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
• High-speed KTX train journey to Busan
• Discover the colourful Gamcheon Village and Jagalchi Fish Market
• Korean barbecue and a tasting of local specialities

Our 4 packages

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Practical information

Flights

Abidjan – Seoul via Doha or Istanbul, approximately 19 to 22 hours' travel

Climate

Four distinct seasons: spring and autumn are ideal, summer is hot and rainy, winter cold and dry

Currency

South Korean won (KRW); bank cards accepted almost everywhere

Health

No specific vaccinations required; an up-to-date yellow fever vaccination record is advised

Good to know

A rechargeable transport card makes getting around by metro and bus easy

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