South Korea
Flying Time 9.5 hours +
Popular Time to Visit: Mar-May, Sep-Nov
Time: South Korea is 4 hours behind NZ
Great for: Culture, Cuisine, Nature, Scenery, Activities, Trekking, Cruises.
Languages: South Korean. Some English.
South Korea remains quite a mystery for many travellers from New Zealand. Not as well-known as Japan and without the iconic sites of China, a tour of South Korea is for many something of a step into the unknown.
A holiday to South Korea therefore offers the chance to experience a destination rarely visited by Kiwi travellers.
Despite remaining off the popular tourist trail, South Korea is a dream destination – an intriguing, welcoming nation which seamlessly combines the conveniences of modernity with a deep reverence for their remarkable 5000-year-old cultural heritage.
Almost all holidays to South Korea begin in Seoul, South Korea's bustling capital city. Experience the old and new and make a visit to the DMZ and the border with the North. Culture buffs will want to make Gyeongju high on the list whilst outdoor lovers will enjoy Seoraksan and Jeju Island.
South Korea Highlights
Classic South Korea
South Korea Journey
7 nights from $4,795 pp
12 nights from $5,895 pp
14 nights from $7,495 pp
"The best of South Korea in a week. Flights, Hotels, Rail Tickets & Transfers all included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan and time for your own explorations.
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"Two-week South Korea partly-guided journey. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes & Transfers all included".
South Korea journey from Seoul to Jeju Island via Andong, Gyeongju & Busan.
A partly guided South Korea holiday covering a great mix of culture, history, city and nature from north to south.
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"Partly Guided 2-week South Korea Journey. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes & Transfers all included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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Classic Japan & South Korea - 18 nights from $7,995 pp
This Classic Japan & South Korea journey will take you across Japan by bullet train from Tokyo via Hakone, Takayama, Kanazawa, Hiroshima and Miyajima Island to Kyoto, on a 12-night partly-guided journey through the best of Japan. Enjoy some time with a guide and plenty of time to explore independently.
From Osaka, fly to Busan, for a 6-night South Korean journey. Begin in South Korea's second city where you have a day tour and full day excursion to UNESCO Gyeongju included. Take the bullet train to Seoul and explore South Korea's vibrant metropolis, with a visit to the DMZ included.
Flights from NZ, Rail Tickets, Tours, Transportation.
Flavours of Korea
12 nights from $6,795 pp
Family South Korea
12 nights from $6,795 pp
Luxury South Korea
14 nights from $8,795 pp
"South Korea's culinary and cultural icons. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes, Transfers & some Tours included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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"Activity filled South Korean family holiday. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes, Transfers & Tours included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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"An active South Korea Holiday in Style. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes, Transfers & Tours included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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Active Japan & South Korea - 15 nights from $6,995 pp
This Japan & South Korea journey offers a great mix of iconic sights and activities across both countries. Experience the vibrant South Korean cities of Seoul and Busan, see the history in Gyoeongju and go hiking in Seoraksan National Park and Jeju Island.
In Japan, experience Tokyo & Kyoto, cycle the Shimanami Kaido and spend a day walking the Nakasendo Trail in the Kiso Valley. Finally, enjoy 4 days walking the famous Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail to round of a fabulous active South Korea and Japan holiday.
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Classic Holiday
18 nights from $9,795 pp
Classic Holiday
16 nights from $7,795 pp
Classic Holiday
15 nights from $8,795 pp
"Discover these superb regions of South Korea. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes, Transfers & Tours included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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"Discover the best of South Korea. Flights, Hotels, Rail Passes, Transfers & Tours included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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"Premium Cruise from Taiwan to Osaka. Flights, Cruise, Hotels, Transfers included".
Private South Korea holiday travelling from Seoul to Busan via Gyeongju.
Great value South Korea holiday with excursions in Seoul & Busan and plenty of time for your own explorations.
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East Asia Journey - 21 nights from $8,995 pp
Discover Japan, South Korea & Taiwan on a superb tailor made East Asian journey. Travel across Japan by bullet train from Tokyo via Kanazawa to Kyoto. Enjoy some time with a guide and plenty of time to explore independently and see the very best of Japan in 10 nights.
Fly to Busan, for a 6-night South Korean journey. Explore Busan, Andong & Gyeongju. Take the bullet train to Seoul and explore South Korea's vibrant metropolis, with a visit to the DMZ included. Fly to Kaoshiung in Taiwan and discover the unique culture of the island, ending your journey in Taipei.