Golden autumn in the land of Kimchi

Duration 5 days
Destination South Korea

Experience a golden autumn in South Korea, starting with the romantic Nami Island, where rows of golden ginkgo trees create a stunning landscape. Journey through history as you explore the grand Gyeongbokgung Palace and visit the impressive Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon, a masterpiece of Joseon architecture and military engineering. Your adventure combines world-class thrills at Everland theme park with panoramic city views from Namsan Tower, complete with a hands-on kimchi-making class and a traditional Hanbok experience

DAY 1: Hanoi – Seoul

07:30 – Bus and tour guide pick up the group at Hanoi Opera House and transfer to Noi Bai International Airport. The guide assists guests with check-in procedures for flight to South Korea.
16:30 – Arrive at Incheon International Airport and complete immigration procedures.
Local guides and vehicles welcome the group at the airport and transfer to a local restaurant for dinner.
Check-in at 4-star Park Habio Hotel (or equivalent) and rest.
Overnight in Seoul.

DAY 2: Seoul – Nami island – Gyeongbok Palace

05:50: Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, depart for Nami Island – famous for its scenic beauty with vibrant maple leaves and golden ginkgo trees. The island gained fame as the filming location of the romantic Korean drama “Winter Sonata”.
Lunch with the island’s signature grilled chicken dish at a local restaurant.
Return to Seoul and visit:
● Gyeongbokgung Palace – the first and largest palace of the Joseon Dynasty, a symbol of traditional Korean architecture influenced by Chinese culture.

● National Folk Museum – the only museum in Korea dedicated to traditional folk culture, showcasing over 4,000 artifacts related to Korean daily life and heritage.

● The Blue House (Cheongwadae) – the official residence and workplace of the President of South Korea (outside photo stop only).

Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Park Habio Hotel or equivalent in Seoul.

DAY 3: Seoul – Suwon Fortress – Everland

● After breakfast, the bus will take the group to visit and shop at the Government Ginseng Store, a place certified by the government for its product quality.
● Next, the group will continue to visit Hwaseong Fortress, located in Suwon city, South Korea. This cultural landmark is a masterpiece designed by the thinker Jeong Yak Yong and stands as a brilliant symbol of the fusion between traditional Joseon architecture and innovative military engineering.The group will have lunch at a local restaurant.
● In the afternoon, the bus will take the group to Everland Park — the largest themed park in South Korea and ranked 5th among the world’s top 10 most visited amusement parks. The park is divided into five themed zones: Global Fair, American Adventure, Magic Land, European Adventure, and ZooTopia. Each zone offers guests a unique experience. Here, visitors can explore the Safari Zoo with white tigers and giant polar bears, stroll through vibrant flower gardens, and enjoy a variety of thrilling rides and attractions.
● Dinner will be served at a local restaurant.
● Overnight at Park Habio Hotel in Seoul or a similar hotel.

DAY 4: Seoul city tour – Namsan tower

Guests have breakfast at the hotel.
Then the company’s tour bus will take guests to visit and shop at:
● Red pine essential oil center

● Domestic cosmetics store with a wide variety of products
● Duty-free center – offering a wide range of popular domestic and international products.
● Lunch.
● The group will visit, take photos, and enjoy the panoramic view of Seoul at Namsan Tower, an iconic landmark and the tallest point in Seoul. The tower is famous for the “love locks” attached by millions of couples from around the world. Guests may take the elevator to the top of the tower for a full view of Seoul (optional, at own expense).
● Visit Namsan Hanok Village to learn about the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Korean people.
● Guests have free time to shop again at Myeongdong, Seoul’s most famous fashion district.
● Dinner at a local restaurant.
● Overnight at Park Habio Hotel in Seoul or equivalent.

DAY 5: Seoul – Kimchi Hanbok – Hanoi

7:00 AM: Guests have breakfast and complete hotel check-out procedures.
8:00 AM: Transfer with guide to visit the Herbal Museum. Experience a kimchi-making class and try on traditional Hanbok costumes for memorable photos.
10:30 AM: Shopping at the agricultural products store featuring valuable items such as fresh ginseng and lingzhi mushrooms.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, free time for shopping at Ponglim Department Store and packing luggage.
2:30 PM: Transfer to Incheon Airport for the flight back to Vietnam.
9:00 PM: Arrival at Noi Bai Airport. Transfer to the original meeting point. End of the program.


 

Why choose this tour?

✅ Enjoy “Galbitang” – Korean beef short rib soup and many other famous Korean delicacies
✅ Check in at the romantic Nami Island, glowing with rows of golden ginkgo trees
✅ Visit the Royal Palace – Gyeongbokgung, a historical site from the Joseon Dynasty since 1935
✅ Explore The Blue House – the Presidential Residence of South Korea
✅ Discover Everland Theme Park, the largest outdoor amusement park in Korea
✅ Experience traditional folk games at the historic Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon
✅ Try your hand at making kimchi and dress up in the traditional Hanbok
✅ Shop till you drop at Myeongdong Market, the most bustling shopping area in Seoul


 

Inclusions:

● Round-trip airfare with Vietnam Airlines: Hanoi – Seoul – Hanoi (23kg checked baggage + 10kg carry-on + light meal on the plane).

● Accommodation at 3-4 star hotels as per program, standard 2 guests per room (single guests will share triple rooms by gender). Children share room with parents.

● Meals according to the program, standard $10-12 per person per meal.

● Certified translation fees and visa application fees for South Korea.

● Transportation and sightseeing as per the itinerary.

● Enthusiastic and experienced tour guide throughout the trip.

● Entrance tickets included for sightseeing spots (one-time entry).

● International travel insurance according to the program.

● Drinking water provided during the trip, 1 bottle per guest per day.

Exclusions:

● Passport issuance fee

● Tips for guide and driver: 6 USD/person/day × 5 days = 30 USD

● Single room supplement (if applicable): 100 USD/person/night

● Re-entry visa fee for Vietnam (for overseas Vietnamese and foreigners)

● Personal expenses: phone bills, laundry, transportation outside the program, beverages during meals, and other personal costs not included above

● VAT (Value Added Tax)