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Make your trip of a lifetime even more memorable by extending your tour, or adding a stopover en route. Stumble upon the temples and palaces scattered amongst the glittering skyscrapers of Seoul and explore the living museum that is Gyeongju.
This extension is suitable for those who wish to visit some of the most exciting and iconic sights in South Korea.
Arrive in South Korea's capital, Seoul, where you will be met by a driver and transferred to your hotel for check-in. This dynamic city may be well and truly on fast-forward for everything from fashion to technology, but it is still deeply rooted in tradition.
Take a full day to explore some of Seoul's many treasures with a local guide. Start at Gyeongbok Palace, the country's most famous royal palace, where as well as exploring, you will see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Next, visit Gwangjang Market, one of the best places to try authentic Korean street food, before continuing on to the symbolic Namsan Park and N Seoul Tower.
Transfer to Seoul station and travel on the KTX bullet train to Gyeongju. This city was the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, which ruled part of the Korean peninsula from the year 57BC to 935AD. On arrival, meet your driver and start discovering historic Gyeongju. Head to the UNESCO World Heritage Bulguksa Temple, the most important Buddhist temple complex before going on to visit the Seokguram Grotto. Stay overnight in Gyeongju.
Meet your driver-guide to further explore Gyeongju. Start at the National Museum and marvel at its collection of Silla relics. Continue to Tumuli Park with its many royal tombs before heading to Anapji Pond. Your final stop is the 7th century Cheomseongdae Observatory, the oldest surviving observatory in East Asia. Return by bullet train to Seoul where the evening is at leisure.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Our tours feature hand-picked properties selected for their comfort, modern amenities and convenient location for sightseeing. We occasionally include a stay in a guesthouse or lodge where we feel the character of the property will enhance your tour, or to allow access to a more unique and memorable location. Here is a taster of the type of hotels you will be staying in on your tour.
| Category | Twin Share | Solo Travel |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £2,530 | £4,080 |
| Superior | £2,730 | £4,480 |
| Deluxe | £3,210 | £5,140 |
Dedicated Solo departures are available on selected dates for this tour.
These solos-only departures feature smaller group sizes of up to 18, along with free airport lounge access.
There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.
The same great Wendy Wu tour - just with an extra level of comfort. Enjoy relaxed 5-star city hotels, unique properties, and overnight cruises, each selected to deliver an elevated experience. See Upgraded Tour Hotels above for more details.
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