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South Korea

Seoul is one of Asia's most engaging cities, and the rest of the country is easy to reach by high speed rail. Food, design and mountain scenery are the reasons most people return.

Best time · April to June and September to NovemberSuggested length · 7 to 10 nights, including Jeju
South Korea

Where should you go?

  • Seoul for food, shopping, palaces and neighbourhoods
  • Busan for the coast and seafood markets
  • Jeju Island for volcanic landscape and coastal walks
  • Gyeongju for history

What should you do?

  • Walk a palace complex in the morning and a market in the evening
  • Take the KTX to Busan for a coastal contrast
  • Hike a section of a Jeju coastal trail

What should you eat or experience?

  • Korean barbecue, stews and street snacks in market alleys
  • Cafe culture in Seoul is a genuine part of the experience

Where is a good area to stay?

  • Seoul: Myeongdong or Jongno for sightseeing, Hongdae for nightlife
  • Jeju: base yourself on one side of the island rather than moving

When should you visit?

April to June and September to November. Summer is hot and humid with heavy rain.

How long should you spend there?

7 to 10 nights, including Jeju.

Visa

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South Korea visa information

A trip Mirai has planned here

Korea: Seoul & Jeju Island · 6 nights · Starting from ₹1,49,000. Starting price shown for reference. Final pricing depends on travel dates, availability, accommodation, transport and selected inclusions.

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