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Enchanting South Korea 9 Days (dep. March-May 2018)

$2,499.00

Asia’s third-largest economy and the country which brought the world 'Gangnam Style', South Korea is a high-tech, trend-setting nation with a reverent, old soul.

With tranquil national parks boasting picturesque landscapes, a rich cultural history, delicious local cuisine, a bounty of the latest technological advances, fashions and more, a visit to 'the Land of Morning Calm' should be on every traveller’s list.

Introduction to Korea
South Korea is a dream destination for many travellers. The capital, Seoul, is a fast-paced cosmopolitan centre with an appetite for fashion, pop culture, and the latest in high-tech gadgets. Yet just an hour away from the cityscape, travellers can find themselves enjoying the peace and tranquillity of various national parks, encompassing gorgeous hiking trails and dense mountain landscapes, and with ancient cultural traditions also retaining a strong presence throughout the country, travellers seeking a cultural experience are sure to be satisfied. Friendly people, delicious food, and delightful contrasts between the modern and the traditional ensure that the indomitable spirit of South Korea will encapsulate and inspire travellers from all walks.

Seoul
South Korea’s capital city is home to a population of 10.5 million people. A dynamic city blending ancient traditions with modern hi-tech advances, it offers the visitor plenty of sightseeing opportunities, from the famed Gyeongbok Palace, to Seoul Tower, to Insadong Antique Alley and beyond.

Gyeongju
The Silla Dynasty reigned during what many would consider the most important period in Korean history, with Gyeongju as its capital. The city itself is now thought of as an open air museum, housing an endless array of tombs, temples, pagodas, and ruins dating back as early as 57BC.

Andong
The home of Confucianism in Korea, scholars flocked to the city during the Jeoson Dynasty. Andong was also home to a significant number of the noble class during this time. Many of their residences have been preserved, and the city is a great place to experience the core of Korea’s traditional lifestyle.

Tour Highlights:
  • Stroll through Changdeokgung Palace grounds
  • Gaze into North Korean territory at the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ)
  • Immerse yourself in the bustling crowds of Myeongdong
  • Explore the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, Gyeongju
  • Experience the serenity of Seokguram Grotto

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Departure Dates

2018 Price Per Person Single Supplement
07 Mar 28 Mar* 16 May From $2,499 $550
14 Mar 11 Apr*
21 Mar* 02 May
* Shoulder Season Surcharge: $200

Package Inclusions:

  • Economy class international airfares, taxes and fuel surcharges departing Sydney or Melbourne flying China Southern Airlines or China Eastern Airlines (subject to availability)
  • 6 nights hotel accommodation (twin/double occupancy)
  • Daily meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • Coach transportation
  • Round trip airport and hotel transfers
  • Entrance fees to scenic attractions
  • English speaking tour guide(s) service

Package Exclusions:

  • Tipping and gratuities prepaid in Australia: $70
  • Optional tour extensions
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenditure and anything not stated

Price Guide:

  • Interstate Surcharge: Brisbane/Adelaide $300, Perth $600 (interstate flights may be via Sydney or Melbourne)
  • Early Arrival/Stay Behind/Stopover Surcharge: From $200 (subject to availability and applicable fare difference)
  • Pre/Post-Tour Accommodation: From $200/twin room/night (subject to availability)
  • Triple Share: Not available
  • Child Price: Same as adult
  • Visa: Australian passport holders are exempt for a stay of up to 90 days
  • Airline Upgrade (economy class)~: Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines from $500, Asiana Airlines/Korean Air from $300 (subject to availability and applicable fare difference)
  • Premium Economy Upgrade~: Cathay Pacific from $2200 (subject to availability)
  • Business Class Upgrade~: China Southern Airlines from $3000, Singapore Airlines from $4300, Cathay Pacific from $5300 (subject to availability)
  • Please Note: Flight itineraries are not available until approximately 3 weeks before departure and involve transits

(~) International long haul sectors only.

All prices, itineraries, airlines, hotels and cruise ships are subject to availability and change without prior notice. Nexus Holidays reserves the right to provide substitutes of similar standard and adjust the itinerary as we see fit to ensure the smooth running of the tour. Passengers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not deviate from the set itinerary. The total length of the tour in days includes time spent in flight and is subject to change depending on the flight schedule, please refer to the day by day itinerary for the time spent on land. Please check all information before booking. By booking, you accept all Booking Conditions.

Optional Post-Tour Extension

Japan Golden Route 8 Nights

From $2,299 pp. twin share

Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama, Tokyo

Nexus Holidays has partnered with the Japan Tourism Board to provide travellers an immersive experience in Japanese culture and lifestyle to go with the sights on your unforgettable trip. We would love for our customers to experience Japanese culture and history. We will spend a few nights of the tour in a traditional Japanese hotel sleeping on rice straw mats called tatami. You will also visit restaurants on this tour where it is customary to remove your shoes and sit at low tables called kotatsu. It’s all part of the Japanese experience!

Tour Highlights:

  • Pray for your fortunes at the beautiful Heian Jingu Shinto Shrine
  • Feed the gentle sika deer at Nara Park
  • Race to Mount Fuji on a high speed Shinkansen bullet train
  • Drink from clear springs at the foothills of Mount Fuji
  • Loosen your muscles overnight at a traditional hot spring hotel
  • Explore the bustling capital Tokyo, with its boisterous night life & hearty street food

For details, please click here.

Hotel Accommodation

Seoul The Palace Hotel Seoul local rating or similar
Daegu Daegu Grand Hotel local rating or similar
Gyeongju Gyeongju Commodore Hotel local rating or similar
Mount Seorak Inje Speedium Hotel & Resort local rating or similar

Supplementary Information

When is the best time to travel to Korea?
Generally, the best time to visit Korea is during autumn (September to November) when the country experiences warm, sunny weather, beautiful skies and spectacular foliage. Winters are cold and dry and are a good time to visit if you are interested in winter sports, as there are numerous ski resorts. Spring (April to May) is also beautiful with all the cherry blossoms in bloom. The summer months can be quite hot and humid.
What types of meals are served on tour?
In general, all meals will consist of local cuisine. While we aim to meet the special medical, religious and dietary requirements of our customers, we cannot guarantee they will always be catered for.
What are the coaches like on the tours?
Most coaches used while on tour are comfortable air conditioned coaches.
Can I extend my time in Korea?
Yes, you may certainly extend your time in Korea before the tour commences or after the tour ends. However, please be aware that there will be a minimum stay-behind fee from $200 and your preferred return date will be subject to availability and applicable fare and tax difference.
Time
South Korea is 2 hours behind Australian EST.

Language
The official national language is Korean.

Entry Requirements
Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the length of stay. Visas are not required for Australian passport holders for entry into Korea for stays of up to 90 days.

Fly to Seoul via a connecting city. Note: Some flights depart one day later.
Arrive in Seoul. You will be greeted warmly at the airport by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel.
Gwanghwamun
Designated a UNESCO Biosphere Preservation District in 1982 due to the many rare species found there, Seoraksan National Park, on the eastern coast of the country, is South Korea’s most famous natural wilderness reserve. This morning, tour Shinheungsa Temple and take the cable car to Gwonkeumseong Fortress to experience the beautiful natural landscape on offer. Continue to Sokcho Fishing Village this afternoon.
Visit the traditional village of Andong which has preserved traditional houses of the Joseon Dynasty period. Andong was the centre of Korean Confucian scholarship from the 14th to the 16th century, considered the height of classical Korean culture, trade, science, literature, and technology, and so claims the title of ‘Capital City of Korean Spiritual Culture’. To this day the city is known for it’s premium spirits, ‘Andong Soju’. In nearby Daegu, have a stroll in Dongseongno Shopping District. Dongseongno Street is a major fashion district in Daegu. The streets are packed with hundreds of stores full of personality that reflect the city’s fast-paced fashion trends.
Today, explore the many archaeological sites and temples, royal tombs and monuments of Gyeongju, the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom. Visit Cheomseongdae Astronomical Observatory, Royal Tumuli Park, Gyeongju National Museum, Bulguksa Temple, and Seokguram Grotto Temple. Gyeongju is one of the premium historical sites in all of Korea, and remains an impressive reminder of Korea’s glorious past.
Visit Insadong, a street full of traditional Korean antique and art shops, restaurants and tea houses. You can purchase traditional garments, sample delicious street food, or explore shops full of handmade paper, calligraphy brushes, and beautiful artworks. Continue to Cheonggyecheon Stream, a recently-constructed urban oasis, before visiting Myeongdong, one of Seoul’s main commercial districts. Then visit a Korean Ginseng Centre to learn about ginseng, which has been used for thousands of years to improve people’s overall health. Korean ginseng is considered the world’s best to this day. This evening, experience the city’s best night view at Namsan Tower.
This morning, visit Changdeokgung Palace, one of the ‘Five Grand Palaces’ built by the Kings of the Jeoson Dynasty, then travel to North Korea’s 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located within the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) a 44 km drive northwest of Seoul. 1.6 km long and 2m wide, it’s estimated that an entire infantry division of 30,000 men could move through the tunnel in an hour. Back on the surface, we view North Korean territory including the Propaganda Village, People’s School and Gaeseong City (the old capital city of the Goryeo Kingdom) from the Dora Observation Platform. Also visit Freedom Park, dedicated to the 5 million refugees who settled in the South afteer the Korean War of 1950-53. North Hall contains displays of North Korean lifestyle, and the Exhibition Hall houses old tanks and planes from the Korean War.
After breakfast, transfer to Incheon Airport for your flight home via a connecting city.
Arrive in Australia this morning.

Optional Post-Tour Extension

Japan Golden Route 8 Nights

From $2,599 pp. twin share

Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama, Tokyo

Nexus Holidays has partnered with the Japan Tourism Board to provide travellers an immersive experience in Japanese culture and lifestyle to go with the sights on your unforgettable trip. We would love for our customers to experience Japanese culture and history. We will spend a few nights of the tour in a traditional Japanese hotel sleeping on rice straw mats called “tatami”. You will also visit restaurants on this tour where it is customary to remove your shoes and sit at low tables called “kotatsu”. It’s all part of the Japanese experience!

Tour Highlights:

  • Pray for your fortune at the World Heritage listed Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Feed the gentle sika deer at Nara Park
  • Race to Mount Fuji on a high speed Shinkansen bullet train
  • Drink from clear springs at the foothills of Mount Fuji
  • Loosen your muscles overnight at a traditional hot spring hotel
  • Explore the bustling capital Tokyo, with its boisterous night life & hearty street food

For details, please click here.

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