InternationalSouth Korea
Seoul and Busan Culture and Coast
Seoul & Busan, South Korea
Three nights each in Seoul and Busan, with palaces and Gangnam, a KTX ride south, a seaside temple, Haeundae Beach and Taejongdae's coastal paths.
- Duration
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Group size
- 2 to 12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best season
- Winter, Spring and Autumn
The trip
Why this trip works
This South Korea tour package from India splits six nights evenly between Seoul and Busan. In Seoul you visit Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon and Insadong, then N Seoul Tower, Gangnam and Hongdae. The KTX takes you to Busan for Gamcheon and Jagalchi Market, a day at Haedong Yonggungsa and Haeundae, and a final day around Taejongdae, BIFF Square and Busan Tower. Breakfasts and scheduled sightseeing are included, and you fly home from Gimhae.
- 01Seoul palace and neighbourhood sightseeing
- 02N Seoul Tower observatory
- 03Standard-class KTX to Busan
- 04Haeundae Beach Train and coastal temple
- 05Taejongdae, BIFF Square and Busan Tower
7 days
Day by day itinerary
- 1
Day 01
Seoul Arrival and Myeongdong Streets
You meet your driver at Incheon International Airport and transfer privately to your hotel. After check-in, explore Myeongdong independently for shops and street food, paying for purchases locally. Keep your evening relaxed around arrival and traffic. Overnight in Seoul.
- 2
Day 02
Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon and Insadong
You visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, with the order adjusted around its usual Tuesday closure. Explore permitted Bukchon areas during visitor hours, then Insadong and Cheonggyecheon Stream. You can add paid hanbok rental; respect residential quiet and photography rules. Overnight in Seoul.
- 3
Day 03
N Seoul Tower and Gangnam
You reach N Seoul Tower observatory by road and shuttle, with an uphill walk. Continue to Gangnam, COEX Mall and Starfield Library, then Hongdae as timings allow. You can add the cable car at extra cost. Overnight in Seoul.
- 4
Day 04
KTX to Busan and Harbour Markets
You transfer to the station for your standard-class KTX to Busan. After arrival and luggage arrangements, explore Gamcheon Culture Village, Jagalchi Fish Market and Nampo-dong as train timings allow. Wear comfortable shoes for Gamcheon's slopes and steps. Overnight in Busan.
- 5
Day 05
Haedong Yonggungsa and Busan Beaches
You visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, with stairs along the way, then Haeundae Beach and Blueline Park. Take the included standard Beach Train, weather and availability permitting, before Gwangalli Beach. Sky Capsule is a separately priced option. Overnight in Busan.
- 6
Day 06
Taejongdae and Central Busan Views
You explore Taejongdae's coastal paths and viewpoints, adjusting walking to conditions and comfort. Continue to BIFF Square and Yongdusan Park, with standard Busan Tower admission included. You can add the paid Danubi train when it operates. Overnight in Busan.
- 7
Day 07
Gimhae Airport Transfer and Departure
You enjoy breakfast and check out at the scheduled time. Take your private transfer to Gimhae International Airport, leaving time for traffic and airport formalities. Return travel to Seoul and all flights are extra. Continue to your onward departure.
The fine print
What's included and what's not
Included
- Six nights in 3-star hotels on twin sharing
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Private Incheon arrival and Gimhae departure airport transfers
- One-way standard-class KTX from Seoul to Busan
- Listed station transfers
- Shared English-guided scheduled sightseeing
- Gyeongbokgung, N Seoul Tower and Busan Tower standard admission
- Standard Haeundae Beach Train ticket for the listed route
Not included
- International flights, visa and travel insurance
- Applicable Indian GST/TCS
- Lunches, dinners, drinks and personal expenses
- Return travel to Seoul and independent leisure transport
- Hanbok rental, Namsan cable car, Sky Capsule and Danubi train
Where you stay
Your stay includes three nights in Seoul and three nights in Busan, using 3-star hotels and standard twin or double rooms. Ocean-view rooms, premium neighbourhoods and early check-in are additional.
Group departures
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Questions travellers ask
What visa is needed for Indian travellers?
Ordinary Indian passport holders generally need a South Korean tourist visa before travel. Apply with the required financial, employment and itinerary documents. K-ETA is not a substitute for a visa where one is required.
When is this itinerary most comfortable?
April to May and September to November generally suit walking and coastal sightseeing. Winter requires warm clothing. Summer can bring heavy rain, heat and coastal weather disruptions.
How should I pay in Korea?
For everyday payments, use Korean won and an international card. Cash is helpful at markets and for some transport-card top-ups. Check overseas card settings and transaction charges before travel.
What does the rail and sightseeing package include?
The price includes one-way standard-class KTX, listed station transfers, hotels, breakfast, scheduled tours and specified standard admissions. Sky Capsule, Danubi train, optional rentals and return travel to Seoul cost extra.
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