Tour overview:

One of the most technologically advanced cities in the world, Seoul, world famous for its K-Pop culture, also offers a glimpse of Korea’s rich cultural heritage, with national treasures such as Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace and the DMZ all within close vicinity. This tour is ideal for those transiting through Korea or combining it with another Asian destination. Taipei reflects sophisticated master planning with just the right patina of Asian style. Beautiful parks, deluxe shopping centers, enticing street markets, authentic restaurants and fascinating museums make this city both a world commerce center and a remarkable cultural hub.

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Day 1 - Arrive in Korea

Arrive in Seoul. Upon arrival, you are met by an English speaking assistant and transferred to the hotel. Founded as the capital of the Chosun Dynasty, Seoul is Korea’s commercial, financial, and political hub.

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Day 2 - Seoul Sightseeing- Seat in Coach

Enjoy half - day city tour of Gyeongbok Palace (built in 1394), National Folk Museum with its insights into traditional Korean life, the Blue House and the massive Jogyesa Temple. After Lunch, Continue tour of Changdeok Palace, Insadong antique street, Namdaemun local market. (B, L)

 

Blue House (Pass by)

Changing of the Guard Ceremony

Gyeongbok Palace (Deoksu Palace on Tuesdays)

National Folk Museum (History Museum on Tuesdays)

Jogyesa Buddhist Temple

Ginseng Center (shopping)

Drop Off at City Hall

The afternoon is free at leisure

*On Tuesdays, Gyeongbok Palace→Deoksu Palace, National Folk Museum→History Museum

*On Mondays, Changdeok Palace→Bukchon Hanok village

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Day 3 - DMZ Tour- Seat in Coach

Enjoy your morning join-in DMZ TOUR (Demilitarized zone) with drive by Unification Village. Your tour will also include the 3rd Tunnel (DMZ Theater, Exhibition Hall) Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, Dora Observatory and Dorasan Station. (B)

Imjingak Park

Freedom Bridge

The 3rd infiltration Tunnel

DMZ Theater / Exhibition Hall - Dora observatory

Dorasan Station

Unification Village (Pass by)

After DMZ Tour, Drop off at Seoul City Hall

The afternoon is free at leisure.

*DMZ Tour is not available on Mondays and holidays. Passport is required for this excursion.

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Day 4 - Depart from Korea / Arrive in Taiwan

After Breakfast you will be taken from your hotel to Seoul Inchon International Airport for your flight to Taipei Taoyuan International Airport. From their you would be taken to your hotel in Taipei. (B)

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Day 5 - Taipei

Following breakfast, embark on your half day Taipei city tour to visit Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, the world famous National Palace Museum, Martyrs’ Shrine of Traditional architecture for change of guards ceremony, local Taiwanese temple and Taipei Handicraft center. Afternoon is at leisure. (B)

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Day 6 - Taipei.

Day at leisure to relax and pursue independent activities. (B)

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Day 7 - Taipei / Home

Morning transfer by private car to the International Airport for your flight back home. (B)

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