Today you’ll set out on a full day of diving into South Korean culture. Begin at Guui Station where you’ll meet a local chef for an introduction to Korean cuisine. Walk to nearby Jayang Traditional Market, a bustling spot filled with fresh produce, spices, and local specialties. Learn about key ingredients and shop for items to use in today’s cooking class. Under the chef’s guidance, prepare a traditional Korean meal while learning about the history and techniques behind each dish. Afterward, sit down together to enjoy your freshly prepared lunch.

In the afternoon, head to a Taekwondo training center in central Seoul. Change into a dobok (uniform) and join your certified English-speaking instructor for a one-hour beginner class. Learn the basics of Korea’s national martial art, including stances, punches, kicks, and a simple poomsae (form).

Set off with your guide and private driver for a full day of cultural immersion. Begin at the National Museum of Korea, the country’s premier cultural institution. Spend time exploring its impressive collection of royal artefacts, Buddhist art, ceramics, and calligraphy, offering a deeper understanding of Korea’s layered history.

Next, visit a welcoming home near the Han River for a special lunch experience. Prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients from the host’s farm, this home-cooked meal is an opportunity to share conversation and connect with a local family, with your guide on hand to facilitate meaningful exchange.

After lunch, stop at Mangwon Market, a favorite neighborhood spot filled with street food stalls and local sweets. Then continue to the lively Hongdae district, known for its youthful energy and creative vibe. Start with a hands-on Norigae-making workshop, crafting your own traditional Korean accessory.

Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Hongdae’s backstreets, quirky shops, and popular character stores like Kakao Friends and LINE Friends. Before returning to the hotel, stop by a self-photo studio for a lighthearted photo session – a popular local trend and fun way to capture the day.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Jeju Island. Shaped by volcanic forces, Jeju is famed for its dramatic coastlines, lava tubes, waterfalls, and island culture.

Upon arrival, meet your local guide and driver, then head to a nearby restaurant for a welcome lunch. Begin your island exploration with a visit to the Jeju Haenyeo Museum, dedicated to the island’s legendary women divers. These remarkable women harvest seafood without modern equipment, relying on centuries-old techniques passed down through generations. Afterward, witness a live Haenyeo diving demonstration, a rare and moving display of skill and resilience.

Continue to Seongsan Ilchulbong, a dramatic volcanic crater rising from the sea. Hike to the summit (about 30 minutes) for panoramic views over the coast and countryside before descending on foot. In the evening, enjoy a special Haenyeo-style dinner.

Today you’ll set out with your guide for a hike at Geomun Oreum, one of Jeju’s UNESCO-listed volcanic craters. Begin with a visit to the Jeju World Natural Heritage Center for an introduction to the island’s volcanic origins, then choose from a range of scenic trails through forested paths and along the crater rim. The trails wind through dense forests, along crater rims, and up to panoramic viewpoints, offering a peaceful and immersive experience of Jeju’s natural beauty and geological heritage.

Following the hike, enjoy a coastal drive with a stop at Hamdeok Beach, known for its calm turquoise waters and white sand. Continue to the Daekmeoru Coast for striking views of wave-carved volcanic rock and open sea.

This afternoon, visit Samseonghyeol, a tranquil sacred site linked to Jeju’s foundation legends, before heading to Dongmun Market. Walk through bustling lanes lined with local street food, fresh seafood, and island specialties before returning to your hotel for the evening at your leisure.

After breakfast, meet your guide for a full day exploring Jeju. Begin at Hallim Park, a beautifully landscaped botanical garden home to themed areas like Palm Tree Avenue, the Bonsai Garden, and subtropical greenhouses. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the O’sulloc Tea Museum. Learn about Korea’s tea culture, explore scenic green tea fields, and sample a variety of teas, being sure not to miss the museum’s signature green tea ice cream.

Next, visit Jusangjeolli Cliffs, where dramatic hexagonal basalt columns rise from the sea, formed by ancient volcanic eruptions and shaped by ocean waves. Then, continue to Yakcheonsa Temple, one of Korea’s largest Buddhist temples. Step inside the soaring main hall to see the towering Vairocana Buddha and thousands of intricately carved miniature statues lining the walls.

End the day at Jeongbang Falls, one of the few waterfalls in Asia that tumbles directly into the ocean. Take time to enjoy the views of the cliffs, sea spray, and surrounding forest before returning to the hotel for an evening at leisure.

Say goodbye to South Korea and head to the airport to catch your departing flight.