Day 1: Arrival in Seoul, exploring the vibrant Myeongdong area and N Seoul Tower.
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morning
2 hours
1
Arrival and Transfer to Hotel
Take the AREX Express Train from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station, then transfer to subway line 4 for Myeongdong.
Arrive at Incheon Airport and travel to Myeongdong.
AREX Express Ticket: 9,500 KRW
Tips: Purchase a T-money card at the airport for convenient use on all public transport.
afternoon
3 hours
2
Lunch and Shopping in Myeongdong
The area is best explored on foot.
Have lunch at a famous noodle house and explore the shopping district.
Lunch: 10,000 - 15,000 KRW per person
Tips: Many shops offer tax refunds for tourists, so bring your passport.
evening
2.5 hours
3
N Seoul Tower
Take the Namsan Cable Car up to the tower entrance.
Enjoy panoramic night views of Seoul from the tower.
Cable Car Round Trip: 14,000 KRW
Tips: Visit on a weekday evening to avoid the largest crowds.
Day 2: A cultural day visiting a royal palace, traditional village, and a bustling market.
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morning
3 hours
1
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Take Subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station, Exit 5.
Explore the largest of the Five Grand Palaces.
Hanbok Rental: 15,000 - 25,000 KRW
Tips: Rent a Hanbok (traditional Korean dress) from a nearby shop to get free entry to the palace.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Bukchon Hanok Village
A short walk from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Stroll through a picturesque traditional Korean village.
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Tips: This is a residential area, so please be quiet and respectful of the residents.
evening
2 hours
3
Gwangjang Market
Take Subway Line 1 to Jongno 5-ga Station, Exit 8.
Experience authentic Korean street food for dinner.
Dinner: 10,000 - 20,000 KRW per person
Tips: The market can be very crowded; be prepared to wait for a seat at popular stalls.
Day 3: A unique tour to the DMZ, followed by souvenir shopping before departure.
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morning
5 hours
1
DMZ Half-Day Tour
Transportation is included as part of a pre-booked tour package from Seoul.
Visit the heavily fortified border between North and South Korea.
Tour Cost: 50,000 - 80,000 KRW
Tips: You must book a tour in advance and bring your passport on the day of the tour.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Insadong Souvenir Shopping
Take Subway Line 3 to Anguk Station, Exit 6.
Shop for traditional Korean crafts and souvenirs.
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Tips: Explore the Ssamziegil complex for unique, modern crafts from local artists.
evening
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3
Departure
Take an Airport Limousine Bus directly from Insadong or a nearby major hotel.
Travel back to Incheon International Airport for departure.
Bus Fare: approx. 17,000 KRW
Tips: Allow at least 90 minutes for the bus journey to the airport, depending on traffic.
Day 1: Arrival in Seoul, exploring the vibrant Myeongdong area and N Seoul Tower.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
2 hours
1
Arrival and Transfer to Hotel
Take the AREX Express Train from Incheon Airport to Seoul Station, then transfer to subway line 4 for Myeongdong.
Arrive at Incheon Airport and travel to Myeongdong.
AREX Express Ticket: 9,500 KRW
Tips: Purchase a T-money card at the airport for convenient use on all public transport.
afternoon
3 hours
2
Lunch and Shopping in Myeongdong
The area is best explored on foot.
Have lunch at a famous noodle house and explore the shopping district.
Lunch: 10,000 - 15,000 KRW per person
Tips: Many shops offer tax refunds for tourists, so bring your passport.
evening
2.5 hours
3
N Seoul Tower
Take the Namsan Cable Car up to the tower entrance.
Enjoy panoramic night views of Seoul from the tower.
Cable Car Round Trip: 14,000 KRW
Tips: Visit on a weekday evening to avoid the largest crowds.
Day 2: A cultural day visiting a royal palace, traditional village, and a bustling market.
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not mentioned
morning
3 hours
1
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Take Subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station, Exit 5.
Explore the largest of the Five Grand Palaces.
Hanbok Rental: 15,000 - 25,000 KRW
Tips: Rent a Hanbok (traditional Korean dress) from a nearby shop to get free entry to the palace.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Bukchon Hanok Village
A short walk from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Stroll through a picturesque traditional Korean village.
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Tips: This is a residential area, so please be quiet and respectful of the residents.
evening
2 hours
3
Gwangjang Market
Take Subway Line 1 to Jongno 5-ga Station, Exit 8.
Experience authentic Korean street food for dinner.
Dinner: 10,000 - 20,000 KRW per person
Tips: The market can be very crowded; be prepared to wait for a seat at popular stalls.
Day 3: A unique tour to the DMZ, followed by souvenir shopping before departure.
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not mentioned
morning
5 hours
1
DMZ Half-Day Tour
Transportation is included as part of a pre-booked tour package from Seoul.
Visit the heavily fortified border between North and South Korea.
Tour Cost: 50,000 - 80,000 KRW
Tips: You must book a tour in advance and bring your passport on the day of the tour.
afternoon
2 hours
2
Insadong Souvenir Shopping
Take Subway Line 3 to Anguk Station, Exit 6.
Shop for traditional Korean crafts and souvenirs.
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Tips: Explore the Ssamziegil complex for unique, modern crafts from local artists.
evening
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3
Departure
Take an Airport Limousine Bus directly from Insadong or a nearby major hotel.
Travel back to Incheon International Airport for departure.
Bus Fare: approx. 17,000 KRW
Tips: Allow at least 90 minutes for the bus journey to the airport, depending on traffic.
