Next Stop: Korea -
A Trip from Seoul to Busan beyond Tourist Maps!
See the Korea, that most tourists won't see!
Prepare for an extraordinary 9-day adventure through South Korea, where the usual tourist trails fade away, and the hidden gems come to light. From the vibrant streets of Seoul to the coastal charm of Busan, our curated journey is designed to unveil the authentic essence of Korea. Let’s dive into local treasures in Gangneung, Donghae, Danyang, Jecheon, Andong, Pohang and Busan, get to know Korean traditions and listen to stories that echo through time. We will witness the untouched beauty that awaits those who venture off the conventional path.
This is not just a trip – it’s an exploration of the uncommon Korea that most tourists won’t be able to see!
April 26 - May 4
9 Days / 8 Nights
max. 12 people
from $2,999
Our Stops from Seoul to Busan:
Daily Trip Details & Activity Highlights:
Day 1 - Seoul
ORIENTATIONOn our first day we will get to know each other while exploring South Korea’s Capitol City Seoul.
- Explore Bukchon Hanok Village
- Wear a Hanbok – Traditional Clothing
- Walk through Insadong
- Join a Tea Ceremony
- Have Chimaek (Chicken & Beer)
Day 2 - Gangneung
K-POP & K-DRAMAWe start our adventure in the beautiful city of Gangneung, famous for various Drama and Music Video Filming Locations.
- Visit the BTS Bus-Stop
- Feel like in the Drama “Goblin“
- Visit the Traditional Market
- Try Gangneung’s famous Coffee
- Walk along Badabuchae Coast
Day 3 - Danyang
ACTIONAfter stopping by in Donghae we will start exploring the fun and active side of the country in Danyang.
- Visit the Dojjaebigol Skywalk
- Try Paragliding (optional)
- Glass-Walk at Mancheonha Skywalk
- Try Alpine Coaster (optional)
- Try famous Black Garlic Chicken
Day 4 - Jecheon
NATUREAfter an action loaded day we will focus on nature and views today in Jecheon – surrounded by beautiful mountains.
- Have a walk at Dodamsambong
- Have a Gastro-Tour
- Take Cheongpung Cable Car
- Walk over the Oksunbong Bridge
- Enjoy Uirimji Reservoir Night Views
Day 5 - Andong
CULTURECommonly known as one of the most traditional cities in Korea we will enjoy Korean Culture in Andong today.
- Stroll through the Hahoe Village
- Watch the Korean Mask Dance
- Have Andong Jjimdak at the Market
- Walk over Wolyeonggyo Bridge
- Sleep in a Hanok & have a K-Party
Day 6 - Pohang
SEAVIEWSA City that is very well known on Instagram, but still hard to visit for most tourists. But not for us!
- Visit Dosan Seowon in Andong
- Walk over Igari Anchor Observatory
- Dare the Spacewalk
- See the Homigot Hand Sculpture
- Visit Guryongpo Japanese Street
Day 7 - Busan
FUNWe finally arrived in Busan and we will deep dive into this coastal city’s highlights right away together.
- Take the Blueline Skycapsule
- Visit Haedongyonggungsa Temple
- Relax in the Hill Spa
- Go on a Yacht Tour
- Sing Karaoke with Gwangalli View
Day 8 - Busan
HISTORYGet ready to explore the top recommendations and stories from our Guide & the best Busan Guy Dony.
- Have a Korean Cooking Class
- Learn about Busan History
- Visit Busan’s Culture Villages
- Take the Songdo Cable Car
- Get to know Busan Haenyeo Culture
Day 9 - Busan
FAREWELLIt’s already time to say goodbye, but not before we explored a last hidden gem of Busan City!
- Free Time in Busan
- Eat Busan’s famous Milmyeon
- Explore the Ibagu Street
- See the 168 Stairs & Monorail
- Enjoy the Busan View from above
What's included in the price:
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Accommodation for 8 Nights
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Simple breakfast, daily Lunch, Dinner
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Professional Local Guide
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Entrance Fees
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Experiences & Activity fees*
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Transportation from Seoul to Busan
What's NOT included in the price:
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Flights to and from Korea
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Transportation from Busan to Seoul (≈46$)
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Daily full western style breakfast Buffett
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Personal Expenses (coffee, dessert, souvenirs)
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Optional Activities*
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Travel Insurance for the trip
Your Room-Options:
During our trip we will stay in different Hotels and also have a Hanok Stay in Andong. All Hotels will be of similar standard, with good reviews and clean facilities. You can choose between the following options in the booking process. Please keep in mind, that – no matter which option you choose – during the Hanok Stay you have to sleep one night on a floor mat (the Korean traditional Style) and share a room.
Shared Room (1P)
- By choosing this option, you will share a room with another random person (separate beds).
Single Room (1P)
- By choosing this option, you will have a private room all for yourself.
Double Room (2P)
- By choosing this option, you will have a room for two people (separate or same bed).
Your Hosts:
As Tour Guide and traveler we met on one random trip and after becoming friends we travelled together to Danyang, Jecheon, the DMZ, Nami Island, Tongyeong and other destinations. During those trips we realized, that we have the same goal: Showing other travelers the hidden beauty of South Korea, that most tourists cannot see. So end of 2023 we decided to plan a trip together for adventurers like us and here we are!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Literally everyone over 18 years old, who wants to enjoy the hidden Korea with us! We don’t care about nationality, religion, looks or whatever. You are welcome to join!
Please keep in mind that some of the activities we plan for the trip will require a basic fitness level though.
As our trip is going deep into the country, away from tourist spots and modern cities and as we focus a lot on local gems including local traditional dishes, we unfortunately cannot guarantee vegan / halal / gluten-free / … options.
We will always try our best to find an option for you and we will always have a convenience store stop planned per day, but we can’t guarantee anything. Please let us know your requirements when making a booking!
We offer the following room options:
- single room (1P)
- shared room (1P)
- twin room (2P)
- double room (2P)
If you chose the shared room, you will randomly get a room mate on the first day of our trip. Changing room mate will be possible on the first day (if you meet someone you get along with really well for example) but on mutual understanding so no one feels left out!
All Hotels will be of similar midrange standard, clean and with good ratings. Please keep in mind, that – no matter which option you choose – during the Hanok Stay you have to sleep one night on a floor mat (the Korean traditional Style) and share a room.
The following experiences are included in the price:
- Hanbok Rental
- Tea Ceremony
- Souvenir Crafting Experience
- Dojjaebigol Skywalk
- Mancheonha Skywalk
- Local Food Tour
- Jecheon Cable Car
- Hahoe Village Entrance Fee
- Hanok Stay & Cultural Experience
- Dosan Seowon in Andong
- Anchor Observatory in Pohang
- Spacewalk in Pohang
- Blueline SkyCapsule
- Hill Spa (Jjimjilbang)
- Yacht Tour
- Karaoke Party
- Cooking Class
- Songdo Cable Car
- a few smaller things more
NOT included are activities that require a certain activity level or that are “higher risk activities” like:
- Sky Bike in Donghae (≈11$)
- Paragliding in Danyang (≈90$)
- Zipline in Danyang (≈23$)
Here our Refund Policy:
- until 15 days before the trip: 100%
- 14-3 days before the trip: 70%
- 2-1 day before the trip: 40%
- on Trip Day/No Show: 0%
To cancel the booking please send us an email: nxtstopkorea@gmail.com
As we cannot include travel insurance for our participants, you need to get your own insurance, including cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, personal property damage, and so on. It provides peace of mind knowing you’re covered in case of illness or injury.
We don’t know for sure yet, but we hope we can offer more of those trips in the future!
The itinerary and schedule is subject to change depending on many circumstances.
We will take videos and photos for marketing purposes during the trip. If you do not agree with being in the content, please let us know BEFORE the trip.