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South Korea Local Immersion & Homestays Tours & Trips

55 South Korea trips. Tours from 36 tour companies. 51 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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South Korean Express - 7 days
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Seoul

Highlights

  • Seoul - Explore the nations captivating capital; Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong Antique Alley, Cheonggycheon Stream and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan
  • The DMZ - Visit one of the most heavily militarized borders in the world, Imjingak Park built to honour the displaced from both the North and the South of Korea, Dora Observatory
  • Andong - Discover UNESCO World Heritage listed Hahoe Folk Village and Andong Folk Museum
  • Gyeongju - Discover the former capital of the Silla Kingdom and historic heart of the nation; Gyeongju National Museum, Tumuli Park and the Sill royal tombs, Anapji Pond, the ancient Cheomseongdae Observatory
  • UNESCO Listed Seokguram Grotto - Marvel at one of Asia's finest Buddhist shrines and Bulguksa Temple

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"First time we (mom and daughter) have done a tour and first time with on the go tours. What a special trip we had doing the 13 day Casablanca to Essaouira Morocco tour (26 Nov - 6 Dec 2023). We started the first 8 days doing the totally Morocco tour and the last few days at our own pace with down time in Essaouira. Jamal our guide led the tour from start to finish and took us safely on a culture filled journey. His knowledge of the country, it’s history and people was informative and inspiring. Every request was “no problem” and delivered with a smile and happy demeanour. Everything in Morrocco was “no problem” and we felt safe and looked after. We were driven in a comfortable coach with enough stops along the way to not feel long by our competent driver Suleman. The hotels, Riad and Dar were extremely comfortable with exceptional service. We would not have had the same experience travelling on our own, we felt as though we truly experienced Morocco. Everything was a highlight for us and we will definitely book another on the go tour in the future. If you wanting to see true Morocco we would strongly recommend doing this tour."

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Highlights of Tokyo and Seoul for Family Vacation
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Seoul

Highlights

  • Take a glimpse of the culture of East Asia by visiting Tokyo and Seoul;
  • Cooking class for Japanese and Korean cuisine;
  • Enjoy hotspring in Hakone;
  • Shopping in Seoul

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative, Photography

What travelers are saying

"DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY!!!! They SCAMMED ME AND MY FAMILY OUT OF 5,000 US Dollars!!!"

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Splendid Japan and South Korea Tour
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4.8/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Hakone, Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Visit Mt Seorak National Park
  • Explore a Korean traditional village in Andong
  • Visit Tumuli Park and Gyeongju National Museum
  • Explore the vibrant Osaka
  • Enjoy exploring Kyoto
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, Small Ship Cruise, Transformative, Photography

What travelers are saying

"DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY!!!! They SCAMMED ME AND MY FAMILY OUT OF 5,000 US Dollars!!!"

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Ultimate Korea: Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan
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By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
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They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul

Highlights

  • Explore the renowned Gyeongbokgung Palace and experience traditional Korean living in Bukchon Hanok Village.
  • Marvel at the magnificent Bulguksa Temple and explore the treasures of the Gyeongju National Museum.
  • Visit the picturesque Haedong Yonggungsa and admire the artistic allure of Gamcheon Culture Village.
  • Indulge in a seafood feast at Busan's vibrant Jagalchi Market.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I cannot say enough good things about Odynovo, both on the coordination end (we worked with Laura Li, who was fantastic!) to the on-site people (shout out to our airport contact in Cairo Hassan, our skilled driver Ahmed, our fun Cairo guide Mai, and our knowledgable Aswan/Luxor guide Hazem - BEST crew EVER!!!) who make your trip a seamless, safe, exciting, educational, and all-around transformative life highlight. This experience was seriously a bucket-list one for my husband and me, and I can NOT emphasize enough how important the Odynovo team was to making Egypt an infinitely easier context to navigate. If you've watched travel vloggers and social media influencers attempt to navigate Egypt on their own and complain about a negative experience, fear not - if you go with Odynovo, every. single. thing. will be taken care of. There is NOTHING to worry about, and the experience was entirely positive. The people, the food, the culture, the historical sites and stories - with Odynovo taking care of all the logistical details, these are the only things you need to focus on. I am full of gratitude for the experience I had in Egypt, and I credit Odynovo for it. I will absolutely use them in the future for other destinations, and I urge you to do the same. I know my Egypt experience would not have been nearly the same had I not gone with Odynovo. Check out our adventure here: https://youtu.be/vMlAmVk7vBY Also, a passionate recommendation from my experience: DEFINITELY make the trip to Abu Simbel!! It was a major highlight (we went in a private car that left Aswan around 9am since we'd flown in from Cairo that morning). We stopped at the High Dam first, so by the time we arrived at Abu Simbel, the tour busses were on their way back to Aswan, and we had the whole of the site almost entirely to ourselves. It was one of the most awe-inspiring moments of my life. Do it. Stay the night in Abu Simbel if you can in order to avoid the crowds. It was amazing. ✨"

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South Korea & Japan Discovery - 14 Days
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Hakone, Kamakura, Kyoto, Seoul, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Seoul - Explore the nations captivating capital; Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong Antique Alley, Cheonggycheon Stream and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan
  • The DMZ - Visit one of the most heavily militarized borders in the world, Imjingak Park built to honour the displaced from both the North and the South of Korea, Dora Observatory
  • Andong - Discover UNESCO World Heritage listed Hahoe Folk Village and Andong Folk Museum
  • Gyeongju - Uncover the former capital of the Silla Kingdom and historic heart of the nation; Gyeongju National Museum, Tumuli Park and the Sill royal tombs, Anapji Pond, the ancient Cheomseongdae Observatory
  • UNESCO Listed Seokguram Grotto - Marvel at one of Asia's finest Buddhist shrines and Bulguksa Temple
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"First time we (mom and daughter) have done a tour and first time with on the go tours. What a special trip we had doing the 13 day Casablanca to Essaouira Morocco tour (26 Nov - 6 Dec 2023). We started the first 8 days doing the totally Morocco tour and the last few days at our own pace with down time in Essaouira. Jamal our guide led the tour from start to finish and took us safely on a culture filled journey. His knowledge of the country, it’s history and people was informative and inspiring. Every request was “no problem” and delivered with a smile and happy demeanour. Everything in Morrocco was “no problem” and we felt safe and looked after. We were driven in a comfortable coach with enough stops along the way to not feel long by our competent driver Suleman. The hotels, Riad and Dar were extremely comfortable with exceptional service. We would not have had the same experience travelling on our own, we felt as though we truly experienced Morocco. Everything was a highlight for us and we will definitely book another on the go tour in the future. If you wanting to see true Morocco we would strongly recommend doing this tour."

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South Korea in a snapshot
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Busan, Seoul

Highlights

  • See Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul and the changing of the guard.
  • Visit the DMZ on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the archaeologically rich capital of Gyeongju and its surrounding temples and sites.
  • Gaze upon the Busan cityscape from some of the best viewpoints in the city.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Luxury South Korea
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Busan, Seoul

Highlights

  • Head into the backstreets of Seoul on a food tour to sample some classic Korean dishes.
  • Visit the de-militarised zone (DMZ) on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the former capital of Gyeongju, along with surrounding temples and historic sites.
  • Gaze over Busan’s cityscape from some of the best viewpoints in the city.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Classic South Korea tour
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Busan, Seoul

Highlights

  • Head out into the backstreets of Seoul on a food tour to sample some classic Korean dishes.
  • Visit the DMZ on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the historic capital of Gyeongju and its surrounding temples and Buddhist sites.
  • Visit the volcanic island of Jeju to hike the highest peak in the country.

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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South Korea Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
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Janette

Oct 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Enjoyable trip, great people both on tour and the locals we met, excellent food loved Seoul and very glad I went thank you to Rob and everyone at G Adventures you provide a great holiday experience

Enjoyable trip, great people both on tour and the locals we met, excellent food - loved Seoul and very glad I went - thank you to Rob and everyone at G Adventures - ...

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Yong

Oct 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Great tour that showed the Korean culture and history very well

Great tour that showed the Korean culture and history very well....

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Thinh

Oct 2016

Provided byG Adventures

We have had a very good time with the tour group as well as with the tour leader

We have had a very good time with the tour group as well as with the tour leader.

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Saba

Oct 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Saw a lot of Korea in a short time so it was exhausting at times, but overall was great fun

Saw a lot of Korea in a short time so it was exhausting at times, but overall was great fun.

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Betty Phuong

Oct 2016

Provided byG Adventures

Fantastic Tour of South Korea

Fantastic Tour of South Korea.

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  • Remember to bow when greeting and offering items with two hands as a sign of respect.
  • Tipping is not customary and may even be frowned upon in traditional restaurants. 
  • South Korea has a combination of squat toilets and Western-style flushable toilets. It's best to carry your own toilet paper and hand sanitizers or soap.
  • South Korea experiences distinct seasons, so pack accordingly, especially if you're visiting during the hot and humid summer or the chilly winter.
  • Rent a portable Wi-Fi device or purchase a local SIM card to stay connected throughout your trip.
  • Take advantage of public transportation options like buses and subways, which offer convenient and affordable ways to navigate the country.
  • Carry cash for smaller establishments that may not accept cards.
  • Learn basic phrases in the local languages of the countries on your itinerary to connect with locals.
  • Bring a power adapter — South Korean plugs and sockets are Type C and F.
  • Bring earphones since playing anything loud in public is considered rude.

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