10-Day Adventure Itinerary in Seoul

  1. Day 1: Bukhansan National Park
    1 hour (9.5 miles) from Incheon International Airport

    Hike along one of Seoul's most scenic trails, summit peaks and enjoy panoramic views from Baegundae Peak.

  2. Day 2: Namsan Tower
    40 minutes (8.5 miles) from Bukhansan National Park

    Hike up to the iconic tower, enjoy a panoramic view of Seoul, and visit a variety of museums and cultural exhibitions.

  3. Day 3: Myeong-dong Street Food Tour
    30 minutes (6.5 miles) from Namsan Tower

    Taste delicious Korean street food from various stalls while exploring one of Seoul's bustling shopping districts.

  4. Day 4: Gwangmyeong Cave
    1 hour (17 miles) from Myeong-dong Street

    Visit the largest cave theme park in Korea, filled with illuminated art installations and underground adventure courses.

  5. Day 5: Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
    2 hours (53.5 miles) from Gwangmyeong Cave

    Experience the breathtaking beauty of Cherry Blossoms, take part in traditional Korean activities, and enjoy delicious festival food.

  6. Day 6: DMZ and JSA
    2 hours (43 miles) from Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival

    Take a tour to South Korea's most heavily guarded border and step into North Korea at the Joint Security Area.

  7. Day 7: Gyeongju Historic Area
    4 hours (186 miles) from DMZ and JSA

    Step back in time to the Silla Kingdom and explore ancient royal tombs, temples, and palaces.

  8. Day 8: Seoraksan National Park
    2 hours (120 miles) from Gyeongju Historic Area

    Explore stunning mountain landscapes, hike to waterfalls, and take in the beauty of Korea's natural beauty.

  9. Day 9: Hangang River Kayaking
    2 hours (105 miles) from Seoraksan National Park

    Kayak down the Hangang River and take in the scenery of Seoul from a different viewpoint.

  10. Day 10: Lotte World Adventure
    2 hours (12 miles) from Hangang River Kayaking

    Enjoy a day of adventure at one of the world's largest indoor theme parks or visit the adjacent aquarium and shopping mall.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bukhansan National Park (4-6 hours, Free)
  • Namsan Tower (2-3 hours, 12,000 KRW)
  • Myeong-dong Street Food Tour (3-4 hours, 35-45,000 KRW)
  • Gwangmyeong Cave (2-3 hours, 8,000 KRW)
  • Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (5-6 hours, Free)
  • DMZ and JSA (8-9 hours, 140,000 KRW)
  • Gyeongju Historic Area (6-7 hours, Free)
  • Seoraksan National Park (5-6 hours, Free)
  • Hangang River Kayaking (2-3 hours, 50-70,000 KRW)
  • Lotte World Adventure (5-6 hours, 59,000 KRW)

  • Total Estimated Costs: 314,000 KRW

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a temple stay at one of Korea's famous Buddhist temples or a K-pop concert. Alternatively, shorten the itinerary by skipping Seoraksan National Park or Gyeongju Historic Area.

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