South Korean Express - 7 days
South Korean Express - 7 days
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$2625
$2625
$2500
South Korean Express - 7 days
7 Days Starting and ending in Seoul
Visiting:
Seoul
,DMZ Tour
,Andong
,Gyeongju-si
,Bulguksa
,Seokguram(Grotto)
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
939/SKEX
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
16 yrs with an accompanying adult
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
Private Available:
Request A Private Tour
From:
$2500 (USD)
tourhub discount: $125
Tour Overview
Escorted Group Tour: See the best of South Korea, from vibrant Seoul - the nation’s captivating capital and the intriguing Demilitarized Zone, to the cultural and historic sights of Andong and Gyeongju - the museum without walls.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Seoul
Location:
Seoul
Meals Included:
No Meals
Sunday. Welcome to Seoul! Airport arrival transfer to our city centre hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 2 : Seoul Sightseeing
Location:
Seoul
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Today we discover highlights of the nation’s charming capital on a guided tour. First stop is the grand Gyeongbokgung Palace which was once the main residence of the Joseon Dynasty and within the beautiful palace grounds we visit the National Folk Museum which focuses on Korean culture and history.We continue on to Jogyesa Temple, the centre of Zen Buddhism in Korea and nearby Insadong, a lively antique alley, lined with art galleries, antique, craft and pottery shops, traditional restaurants and teahouses. We then take a stroll alongside Cheonggycheon Stream which runs serenely through the heart of downtown’s gleaming sky scrapers. Our final port of call is the lofty Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsa, which provides spectacular panoramic views of the city from its observatory.
Day 3 : The DMZ
Location:
DMZ Tour
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Seoul - DMZ - Seoul. We take an exciting excursion to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) today, which is located 45km north of Seoul and acts as the buffer zone and border between the two nations of North and South Korea. Our coach tour provides a fascinating insight into the events that resulted in Korea’s division and also includes a visit to Imjingak Park, built to commemorate those who lost their homes and families when Korea was divided and the 3rd North Korean Infiltration Tunnel. The tunnel, which is 1.5km in length and 150m below ground, was built with the intention of a surprise invasion by North Korea. You’ll also have the chance to peek into the reclusive northby visiting Dora Observatory situated on Mount Dora and visit Dorasan Station, once used for freight trains to travel between the South and the North. On the way back to Seoul the tour coach makes a stop at an amethyst or ginseng shop, for those who are interested. Our arrangements today are offered in conjunction with other travel companies ie. not soley On The Go. Your tour guide will not be accompanying you on the journey to the DMZ.
Day 4 : Scenic Andong
Location:
Andong
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Seoul - Andong. Leaving Seoul we travel south to Andong, the picturesque home of Korean Confucianism. On an afternoon tour we explore ancient UNESCO Listed Hahoe Village, where approximately 130 traditional houses of varying size and standard have been immaculately preserved by the same families for generations. We’ll also visit the Andong Folk Museum and the historic Dosansewon Confucian School, which was established in 1574.
Day 5 : Gyeongju - Capital of Silla Kingdom
Location:
Gyeongju-si
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Andong - Gyeongju. Travelling south we reach historic Gyeongju - the ‘museum without walls,’ which was the capital of Silla Kingdom from 57BC to 935AD. This afternoon we visit Gyeongju National Museum which is home to countless treasures including the 23 ton Emille Bell cast in AD771. At Tumuli Park we see the incredible giant grass-covered burial mounds which house the Silla royal tombs and we take a stroll around scenic Anapji Pond where the Silla royal family spent their leisure. Another highlight of today’s touring is Cheomseongdae Observatory, one the world’s oldest astronomical observatories.
Day 6 : Bulguksa & Seokguram Temple
Location:
Bulguksa, Seokguram(Grotto)
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Gyeongju - Seoul. This morning we visit two magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Listed temples - Seokguram Grotto, one of Asia’s finest Buddhist shrines, which is dramatically located on the slopes of Toham Mountain and the beautiful temple of Bulguksa which was built in 528 during the Silla Dynasty. Depart for Seoul this afternoon and spend your final evening at leisure in the capital.
Day 7 : Seoul
Location:
Seoul
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Saturday. After breakfast and hotel check out, spend the remains of the day at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 - 4 star
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6 nights 3 - 4 star hotels
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6 breakfasts
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Escorted by a qualified local tour guide (separate driver and tour guide for groups of 5 or more)
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Touring of Seoul, Andong and Gyeongju
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Guided tour of the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). A full day coach tour - in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go
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Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 7
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All transfers and tranportation in private air conditioned vehicles
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture. For your tour guide and driver, we suggest you allow USD8 - 10 per traveller per day.
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Entrance Fees: USD$25-$35pp, paid in local currency
Age Policy
16 yrs with an accompanying adult
Check out our Q&As
What is the maximum group size?
24
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 - 4 star
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 7
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Dates & Availability
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Nov 05, 2023Saturday
Nov 11, 2023$2625
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Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
On The Go Tours allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
On The Go Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform on the go tours, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: 100% of booking price.
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SAFE TOURING
Health and safety protocols have been reviewed in all destinations, and increased hygiene policies are being implemented locally in accordance with new national regulations and recommendations from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travel Protocols for tour operators.
COVID-19 Vaccination requirements:
To travel with On The Go Tours all travellers over the age of 18 must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, unless travelling to the following destinations: Croatia, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Greenland, Iceland, Lithuania, Norway, Poland and Turkey. We recognise any vaccine that has been authorised for use?in the country where the vaccine was administered.?This includes vaccines such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer-BioNtech, Sinopharm, Sinovac, Sputnik, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, and?Covaxin.
In all cases, you?must be fully inoculated. This means you must receive the full dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine and allow a minimum of 14 days before travelling in order for immunity to take effect. ?Each COVID-19 vaccine has different dosages and time frames for inoculation, so please check the related medical advice associated with your vaccine. We will not accept?travellers?on trips?who have received only a partial dose (for example, one part of a two-dose vaccination) of?a?vaccine.
Children?under 18 years of age are not currently required to provide any COVID-related documentation to travel with On The Go Tours.
If you are unwilling or unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons, you may apply for an exemption. Exemptions will be assessed on an individual basis. To apply, you must provide supporting documentation from a medical professional. In addition, those who qualify for a medical exemption are still required to produce proof of a negative test in the form of written documentation (in English) conducted no more than 72 hours before day 1 of their trip, the details of which need to be emailed to info@onthegotours.com prior to the commencement of your trip.
Traveller health information will be kept securely and only retained in compliance with the retention schedules of privacy laws and regulations. Proof of COVID-19 immunisation must be provided to us no less than 4 weeks prior to travel. We accept COVID-19 digital certificates, vaccination record cards, or COVID passes. Alternatively, vaccination history can be uploaded by travellers directly via our traveller login. The information you will need to upload includes: Administering national authority or government, document No, name of Vaccine, date/s of vaccination.
Failure to provide proof of vaccination 4 weeks prior to travel could result in the cancellation of your booking with no recourse for refund or compensation. The pertinent documentation may also be checked at the welcome meeting on Day 1 of the Tour, and at various intervals during your stay. Our highest priority is the health and safety of our travellers, leaders, crew, suppliers, and local communities. We have a duty of care to ensure our travellers safety. By making the decision that travellers with an elevated risk of serious disease from COVID-19 must be fully vaccinated prior to travel with us, we are reducing the risk of harm to those travellers. In addition, as an ethical tour operator, we have a responsibility to ensure that we are not adding additional and avoidable strain to any country’s healthcare system.
South Korean Express - 7 days
7 Days Starting and ending in Seoul
Visiting:
Seoul
,DMZ Tour
,Andong
,Gyeongju-si
,Bulguksa
,Seokguram(Grotto)
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
939/SKEX
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
16 yrs with an accompanying adult
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
Private Available:
Request A Private Tour
From:
$2500 (USD)
tourhub discount: $125
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