Cherry Blossom Trip

From Busan to Seoul beyond Tourist Maps!

Prepare for an extraordinary 9-day Cherry Blossom adventure through South Korea, where the usual tourist trails fade away, and the hidden gems come to light. From taking a Yacht Tour in Busan, exploring the famous Cherry Blossom City Jinhae, climbing up the Space Walk in Pohang, wearing Hanbok in Gyeongju, City Vibes in Daegu, taking the Cable Car to Seoraksan at the sea in Sokcho, visiting Hallyu Spots in Gangneung, all the way to Hwadam Forest, our curated journey is designed to unveil the authentic essence of Korea. We will of course see some Must Visits for South Korea, but also witness the untouched beauty that awaits those who venture off the conventional touristy paths while still experiencing the Korean Culture we all know and love.

This is not just a trip – it’s an exploration of the uncommon Korea that most tourists won’t be able to see!

Mar 30 - Apr 7

9 Days / 8 Nights

max. 8 people

from $3,899

Our Stops from Busan to Seoul:

March 30, 2026

Day 1 - Busan

ORIENTATION

First Meeting
Take the Blueline Park Sky Capsule
Visit Haedong Yonggungsa
Drive along Dalmaji Road
Relax in a Jjimjilbang

March 31, 2026

Day 2 - Jinhae

CHERRY BLOSSOM VIEWS

Visit the famous Yeojwacheon Stream
Explore Gyeonghwa Station
See Jinhae from above from Jehwangsan Park
Enjoy Cherry Blossom Night Views

April 1, 2026

Day 3 - Busan

FUN

Take a Korean Cooking Class
Explore Gamcheon Culture Village
Go to the Daejeo Eco Park
Visit the new ARTE Museum
Go on a Yacht Tour

April 2, 2026

Day 4 - Pohang

ACTION

Visit the famous Homigot Hand Statue
Walk on top of the Space Walk
Explore Bulguksa Temple
See the Donggung Palace at night
Stay in an old Hanok

April 3, 2026

Day 5 - Gyeongju

CULTURE

See the famous Daereungwon Royal Tombs
Wear Hanbok
Walk through Cherry Blossom Tunnels and the Hwangnidan Street
Stay in an old Hanok

April 4, 2026

Day 6 - Daegu

CITY VIBES

Walk around the Suseong Lake
See BTS Murals everywhere
Have Streetfood at the Seomoon Market
Have fun at E-World Amusement Park

April 5, 2026

Day 7 - Sokcho

NATURE

Take the Cable Car and hike a bit at Seoraksan Mountain
See Blossoms at Yeongnangho Lake
Take the Sokcho Eye
Visit Naksansa Temple

April 6, 2026

Day 8 - Gangneung

HALLYU

Visit the BTS Bus Stop & Goblin Location
Enjoy Food at Gangneung’s Traditional Market
Walk along the Buchae Coastal Walk
Go Glamping with us!

April 7, 2026

Day 9 - Hwadam

FAREWELL

Have Snacks at a Highway Rest Area
Visit Hwadam Forest
Take the famous Mono Rail through Cherry Trees
Say Goodbye 🙁

*The mentioned activities are subject to change, but no worries we will make the most of your time here!

What's included:

Accommodation for 8 Nights
All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Professional Local Guide
Entrance Fees

Experiences & Activity fees*
Transportation in a Premium Van
Booking Credit Card Fees
My personal Seoul Map

What's NOT included:

Flights to and from Korea
Travel Insurance for the trip

Personal Expenses (desserts, souvenirs)
Optional Activities

Your Room-Options:

During our trip we will stay in different Hotels, stay in a Hanok and will do Glamping. All Hotels will be of similar standard, with good reviews and clean facilities. During the Hanok Stay and the Glamping it might be, that you have to share a room.. even if you book the single room option.

For the rest of the hotels you can choose between the following options in the booking process.

$3,899

By choosing this option, you will share a room with another random person.

$4,499

By choosing this option, you will have a private room all for yourself.

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:

Who can join the trip?

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 / vegetarian / halal / gluten-free / … options as the restaurants we will visit are part of the experience for the whole group.

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 before making a booking!

What if I have special dietary restrictions?

What are the room options?

We offer the following room options:

single room (1P)
shared room (1P)

If you chose the shared room, you will randomly get a room mate on the first day of our trip (or if you already know someone who will join too, let us know in advance). 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 to high standard, clean and with good ratings. Please keep in mind, that – no matter which option you choose – during the Hanok Stay and Glamping you might have to sleep on a floor mat (the Korean traditional Style) and share a room. We will let you know this part in advance!

What Experiences are not included?

During our trips some activities are NOT included in the price as we don’t want to force anyone to do it. These activities usually include things like Paragliding or Ziplining.

You will have the chance to spontaneously decide to do those activities during the trip.

What if I have to cancel my booking?

Here our Refund Policy:

until 30 days before the trip: 100%
30-14 days before the trip: 70%
14-7 days before the trip: 50%
7-3 days before the trip: 30%
2-1 day before the trip: 10%
on day of the trip/no show: 0%

To cancel the booking, send an E-Mail to: nxtstopkorea@gmail.com

Do I need Travel Insurance?

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.

Will you offer other Travel Dates?

Yes, we offer different trips every year you can check them here:

nextstopkorea.com/2026-trips

Or you can send me a message via Instagram and I let you know!

What else should I know?

Itinerary and schedule are subject to change depending on many circumstances like weather, crowds, …

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.

Previous participant's thoughts:

In 2024 we did our first trips: In April from Seoul to Busan along the East Coast, in October a Fall Foliage Trip along the West Coast and a Jeju Island Trip in November. We made amazing memories with women from Argentina, Germany, the US, the UK, Norway, Switzerland and learned so many new things about Korean Culture and each other. The company you’re traveling with will make this whole trip even better – we promise! Here the reviews of previous participants from the WeTravel Booking Platform and some of our favorite shots to show you, what you can expect during our trips.

Truly an amazing experience that I can highly recommend and would definitely do again! Not only was everything organized super well, from accomodation, transport, activities, and local gems for food spots, but we additionally learned so many interesting facts about the country and culture from our amazing guides Antje and Dony. I would've never thought of visiting most of the spots we stopped at, and as the group size was so small there was enough room for individual requests, questions or wishes. So glad I got to experience this!

Lina D. Fall Foliage Trip, November 2025

The Cherry blossom trip was amazing. I had a wonderful time travelling from Busan to Seoul with Antje and Dony. It was my second time travelling with these two and just like the first trip they organized an incredible trip again. I love their organisation and variety of activities: taking a cooking class, going for walks in beautiful nature, trying local food at a market, making stops in nice cafes with amazing views, learing about the country and culture, … . There is so much to see and with the cherry blossoms it was even more beautiful. Once again I left the country with so many new and wonderful memories.

Kristina S. Cherry Blossom Trip, April 2025

The Cherry Blossom Trip 2025 was truly amazing! Met the best co-travelers, had tons of delicious local food, visited beautiful places and had fun experiences. A huge thanks to Antje and Dony. Everything was well organized, they had a plan B whenever the weather wasn't playing along or a spot were to crowded or suddenly closed. We had great hotels and accomodations. Antje always made sure that our days were filled with life and laughter, that everyone had tons of photos and cared for us like a best friend. Dony was the best guide you can wish for. Passionate to show us the best sides of his beloved home country. We were never left hungry, saw beautiful nature and interesting historic sites as well as modern art. Went to great photo spots, learnt about korean history, culture and some bits of current politics. I couldn't have imagined a better experience as a first time visitor. Thank you so much. South Korea - I will definitely come back! P.S.: Not to forget South Koreas best driver: Bingo - He drove us safely everywhere.

Katharina O. Cherry Blossom Trip, April 2025

It was such a well organised trip. Was really easy to get along with the organisers. They even took in our interests of where we wanted to go for food e.g. bts restaurants. Planned the food really well as I can't eat spicy foods so they would order something non spicy for me and another girl. The hotels we stayed in were also great. Overall it was such an amazing times. Would definitely do it 1000 times 🙂 thank you both 🙂

Francesca H. Jeju Island Trip, November 2024

We had the most wonderful time! Antje and Dony put together an interesting itinerary. Everything was taken care of (water, umbrellas, hiking boots etc.), we saw amazing scenery, met locals, got to make a lot of experiences and had the most delicious food - every day! We made new friends, laughed a lot and cried when we had to say goodbye. I am grateful to have chosen this trip and feel spoiled for future trips.

Tanja S. Jeju Island Trip, November 2024

I recently returned from an incredible tour of Korea, and it was nothing short of amazing! [...] We experienced one-of-a-kind activities, exploring the breathtaking natural beauty of Korea—from majestic mountains, to a hidden palace garden, tranquil tea fields and even the breathtaking vistas of the sea. [...] The food... where to start... the food was a highlight every single day! [...] What made this tour truly special was being introduced to Korea's hidden gems that most tourists might miss. Dony and Antje did an exceptional job curating an unforgettable experience, and I wouldn’t hesitate to join them on another adventure.

Heather-Lee L. Fall Foliage Trip, October 2024

The most caring and lovely tour guides and driver you might find. I can’t imagine that you find anything better. So much insight into Korean culture on various aspects and different regions including food, history, language, etc. I hope to be able to travel with Antje and Dony again. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. You are the best!

Ute V. Fall Foliage Trip & Jeju Island Trip, 2024

We had a great time. The group was great mix of different people. The program was wisely chosen and adapted to the group interests and weather conditions. We had the chance to try a lot of different food.

Dagmar L. Spring Trip, April 2024

[...] They organized such an incredible tour, showed us so many beautiful places – hidden gems not everybody gets to see while visiting the country -, answered all our questions, we had the most amazing local food, learned so much about the country and the culture, stayed in beautiful locations, …. And they always made sure all of us were feeling good. [...] I loved how varied our tour was. Every day was so different. Starting in a big city like Seoul, going to the countryside and smaller cities, seeing nature during fall foliage and ending at the coast in Busan. If you are looking for a tour in South Korea I can only recommend choosing Antje and Dony - two of the loveliest tour guides.

Kristina S. Fall Foliage Trip, October 2024

From the moment I landed, I knew this would be a trip to remember. The stunning landscapes, vibrant colors, and cultural richness of Korea were incredible, but what truly made this journey unforgettable were the people I met and the extraordinary guides who led the way. Our guides, Antje and Dony, were absolutely fantastic. Their professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail were second to none. [...] Each dish we had told a story of the region’s history and culture, and I can honestly say it was some of the best food I’ve ever tasted. If you’re looking for a truly unique, high-quality tour that’s perfectly planned and offers something you can’t find anywhere else, look no further. I'm already planning my next adventure with Antje and Dony – it was that good!

Anne T. Fall Foliage Trip, October 2024

The trip was beyond expectations, filled with a lot of magical moments, fulfilling my travel dreams and more. The itinerary and every single stop were selected with great care and you could feel that. A great mixture of cultural experiences, old and new, as well as fun activities and time together. The trip was planned perfectly with beautiful spots you will not see as a "normal" tourist. The way our guides made every single experience spot on and beyond, was perfect. [...] Antje and Dony (and all the nice ladies in the group) made me feel welcomed in a group of strangers, being encouraged to experience places and adventures I would've never dreamed of visiting. When another trip will be announced: book that trip! It is more than worth it.

Tanja K. Spring Trip, April 2024

Wow, this trip was simply... WOW! Much more than I could have ever imagined. Antje and Dony make a wonderful team! I feel like in 9 days I got to do most of the things I dreamt of doing for 14 years of being a fan of the Korean culture and food. We had amaaazing food, and Antje and Dony were always open to hear from us what we wanted to do in the trip, so they were also flexible with the schedule! I only have good things to say about this trip. I'll take the memories of it in my heart forever. And I'm crossing fingers Antje and Dony will organize a fall trip on the west coast of Korea, because I would 1000% trust them again for another one of these!

Melisa D. Spring Trip, April 2024