South Korea Highlights

The museum was Korea’s first dedicated to paper and houses more than 3,000 artifacts. Exhibits highlight the history and craftsmanship of "hanji," traditional Korean paper long celebrated for its quality and durability.

Learn to cook traditional Korean dishes with an experienced instructor. Try your hand at making favorites like kimchi, bibimbap, and bulgogi, and take home the skills to enjoy a taste of Korea wherever you are.

Try on a hanbok, Korea’s traditional costume, while discovering more about Seoul’s history and culture.

Step into South Korea’s ancient capital on a guided tour of Gyeongju, a city rich with heritage and home to 31 National Treasures. Visit Tumuli Park, where royal tombs reveal the splendor of the Silla dynasty, and see Cheomseongdae, the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in the world. Conclude at Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, built in the 7th century, where pavilions and reflections create a timeless scene.

On the slopes of Mount Toham, the Seokguram Grotto houses a monumental Buddha gazing out to sea. Surrounded by intricate carvings of gods, Bodhisattvas, and disciples in high and low relief, the grotto is regarded as one of the finest masterpieces of Buddhist art in the Far East.

Explore the Gyeongju National Museum, home to artifacts that highlight the history of the Silla Dynasty.

As South Korea’s bustling port city, Busan is famous for its beaches, mountains, and temples. On your guided sightseeing tour, stroll through Yongdusan Park before ascending Busan Tower for panoramic views of the city. Sample the freshest seafood at Jagalchi Fish Market, browse the bustling stalls of Kukje Market, and experience the lively energy of BIFF Square, the heart of Busan’s film and cultural scene.

Seoul, South Korea’s dynamic capital, blends sleek skyscrapers and pop culture with palaces, temples, and bustling markets. Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, a restored canal dating back to the Joseon Dynasty, then browse Insadong Cultural Street for traditional crafts, teas, and hanbok. Visit Namsan Hanok Village to experience preserved Korean homes and heritage, and finish at N Seoul Tower and Observatory for breathtaking 360-degree views of the city.

Named by combining “Hi” and “Korea,” this high-tech playground showcases Korean culture through Extended Reality (XR). Visitors can explore interactive spaces filled with K-pop, hallyu, art, and smart technology—an experience designed to engage the younger generation and connect them with modern Korean trends.

The DMZ, created in 1953 by agreement between North Korea, China, and the United Nations, separates North and South Korea. Stretching 160 miles long and 2.5 miles wide, it remains one of the world’s most heavily fortified borders. On this excursion, visit Imjingak Park with its war memorials, view North Korea from the Dora Observatory, and walk through the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel discovered beneath the border.