A Culinary Journey Through South Korea

Day 1: Seoul Exploration

Seoul, South Korea

8:00AM

Gwangjang Market

Start your day with a visit to Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Seoul, known for its street food stalls offering delicacies like bindaetteok and bibimbap.
Take the subway to Jongno 5-ga Station, which takes about 30 minutes.
Free entry, food prices vary, 2 hours

12:00PM

Insadong

Head to Insadong for a cultural experience and traditional Korean lunch at a local restaurant serving dishes like bulgogi and kimchi jjigae.
Walk from Gwangjang Market to Insadong, which takes about 15 minutes.
Lunch costs around 15,000 KRW, 2 hours

3:00PM

Bukchon Hanok Village

Explore the charming Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village with well-preserved hanok houses, and enjoy a cup of traditional tea at a local teahouse.
Take a short taxi ride from Insadong to Bukchon Hanok Village, which takes about 10 minutes.
Tea prices vary, 2 hours

7:00PM

Myeongdong Street Food

Indulge in the vibrant street food scene at Myeongdong, where you can try various Korean snacks like tteokbokki and hotteok.
Take the subway from Bukchon Hanok Village to Myeongdong Station, which takes about 20 minutes.
Dinner costs around 10,000 KRW, 2 hours
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Day 2: Seoul Gastronomy

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Namdaemun Market

Start your day at Namdaemun Market, the largest traditional market in South Korea, offering a wide variety of street food and local products.
Take a short taxi ride from your accommodation to Namdaemun Market, which takes about 15 minutes.
Free entry, food prices vary, 2 hours

12:00PM

Hanjeongsik Lunch

Enjoy a traditional Hanjeongsik meal, a full-course Korean dining experience with an array of banchan (side dishes), at a local restaurant.
Walk from Namdaemun Market to the restaurant, which takes about 10 minutes.
Lunch costs around 25,000 KRW, 2 hours

3:00PM

Korean Cooking Class

Take a Korean cooking class to learn how to prepare iconic dishes like bulgogi and kimchi under the guidance of a local chef.
Take a taxi from the restaurant to the cooking class location, which takes about 20 minutes.
Class fee around 50,000 KRW, 3 hours

7:00PM

Korean BBQ Dinner

End your day with a sizzling Korean BBQ dinner at a popular BBQ restaurant in Seoul, where you can grill your own meat and enjoy the flavors.
Take a taxi from the cooking class to the BBQ restaurant, which takes about 15 minutes.
Dinner costs around 30,000 KRW, 2 hours
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Day 3: Busan Delights

Busan, South Korea

9:00AM

Jagalchi Fish Market

Start your day at Jagalchi Fish Market, the largest seafood market in South Korea, where you can try fresh seafood dishes and explore the bustling market.
Take the KTX train from Seoul to Busan, which takes about 2.5 hours.
Free entry, food prices vary, 2 hours

12:00PM

Taejongdae Clam Tents

Enjoy a seafood feast at the Taejongdae Clam Tents, a popular spot for clams and other seafood dishes with a scenic view of the ocean.
Take a taxi from Jagalchi Fish Market to Taejongdae, which takes about 30 minutes.
Lunch costs around 20,000 KRW, 2 hours

3:00PM

Gamcheon Culture Village

Explore the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village, known for its vibrant murals and art installations, and grab a cup of traditional Korean tea at a local cafe.
Take a taxi from Taejongdae to Gamcheon Culture Village, which takes about 20 minutes.
Tea prices vary, 2 hours

7:00PM

Nampo-dong Street Food

Satisfy your evening cravings with a variety of street food at Nampo-dong, including hotteok, odeng, and freshly made kimbap.
Walk from Gamcheon Culture Village to Nampo-dong, which takes about 15 minutes.
Dinner costs around 10,000 KRW, 2 hours
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Day 4: Busan Cuisine

Busan, South Korea

9:00AM

Beomeosa Temple Stay

Experience a temple stay at Beomeosa Temple, where you can participate in meditation sessions and enjoy a traditional Buddhist meal with temple food.
Take a taxi from your accommodation to Beomeosa Temple, which takes about 30 minutes.
Temple stay costs around 50,000 KRW, 4 hours

1:00PM

Haeundae Beach Lunch

Have a relaxing beachside lunch at Haeundae Beach, known for its seafood restaurants offering dishes like hoe (raw fish) and sashimi.
Take a taxi from Beomeosa Temple to Haeundae Beach, which takes about 40 minutes.
Lunch costs around 25,000 KRW, 2 hours

4:00PM

Dongnae Pajeon Alley

Stroll through Dongnae Pajeon Alley, a street lined with restaurants specializing in pajeon (Korean savory pancakes), and taste different varieties of this popular dish.
Take a taxi from Haeundae Beach to Dongnae Pajeon Alley, which takes about 30 minutes.
Snacks cost around 10,000 KRW, 2 hours

7:00PM

Millak Raw Fish Town

End your day with a dinner at Millak Raw Fish Town, where you can enjoy a fresh seafood dinner with a view of the Gwangalli Bridge.
Take a taxi from Dongnae Pajeon Alley to Millak Raw Fish Town, which takes about 20 minutes.
Dinner costs around 30,000 KRW, 2 hours
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Day 5: Jeonju Gastronomy

Jeonju, South Korea

9:00AM

Jeonju Hanok Village

Explore the historic Jeonju Hanok Village, a UNESCO Creative City known for its traditional Korean architecture and local food culture.
Take the KTX train from Busan to Jeonju, which takes about 3 hours.
Entry to village is free, food prices vary, 2 hours

12:00PM

Bibimbap Lunch

Savor the iconic Jeonju bibimbap for lunch, a famous Korean mixed rice dish with various toppings served in a hot stone bowl.
Walk from Jeonju Hanok Village to a local restaurant, which takes about 10 minutes.
Lunch costs around 15,000 KRW, 2 hours

3:00PM

Hanbok Experience

Dress up in traditional Korean hanbok attire and take a leisurely stroll around Jeonju Hanok Village for a cultural photo shoot.
Walk to a nearby hanbok rental shop, which takes about 5 minutes.
Rental fee around 10,000 KRW, 1 hour

6:00PM

Nambu Night Market

Visit Nambu Night Market for a variety of street food options like hot dog skewers, tteokbokki, and Korean-style fried chicken.
Walk from Jeonju Hanok Village to Nambu Night Market, which takes about 15 minutes.
Dinner costs around 10,000 KRW, 2 hours
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Day 6: Gyeongju Tastes

Gyeongju, South Korea

9:00AM

Bulguksa Temple

Start your day with a visit to Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a temple food lunch experience with vegetarian dishes.
Take the KTX train from Jeonju to Gyeongju, which takes about 2.5 hours.
Temple entry is free, lunch costs around 20,000 KRW, 3 hours

1:00PM

Gyeongju Historic Sites

Explore the historic sites of Gyeongju, including the Royal Tombs and Cheomseongdae Observatory, while snacking on gimbap and hotteok from local vendors.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from Bulguksa Temple to the historic sites area, which takes about 15 minutes.
Snacks cost around 5,000 KRW, 3 hours

5:00PM

Anapji Pond Sunset

Witness a stunning sunset at Anapji Pond, a beautiful man-made pond surrounded by scenic walking paths, and enjoy a cup of traditional sikhye (rice beverage).
Walk from the historic sites area to Anapji Pond, which takes about 20 minutes.
Drink costs around 3,000 KRW, 1 hour

7:00PM

Gyeongju Sikhye Dessert

End your day with a special dessert of sikhye ice cream, a unique local treat combining traditional sikhye with creamy ice cream.
Walk to a nearby dessert shop, which takes about 10 minutes.
Dessert costs around 5,000 KRW, 1 hour
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Day 7: Sokcho Seafood

Sokcho, South Korea

9:00AM

Sokcho Fish Market

Start your day at Sokcho Fish Market, a bustling market known for its fresh seafood offerings and local specialties like squid sundae and hoe (raw fish).
Take a domestic flight from Gyeongju to Sokcho Airport, then a short taxi ride to the fish market, which takes about 30 minutes in total.
Free entry, food prices vary, 2 hours

12:00PM

Abai Village Lunch

Enjoy a seafood lunch at Abai Village, a charming fishing village in Sokcho famous for its seafood restaurants and stunning coastal views.
Walk from Sokcho Fish Market to Abai Village, which takes about 20 minutes.
Lunch costs around 25,000 KRW, 2 hours

3:00PM

Seoraksan National Park

Explore the natural beauty of Seoraksan National Park, a popular hiking destination with scenic trails and breathtaking mountain views.
Take a taxi from Abai Village to Seoraksan National Park entrance, which takes about 30 minutes.
Park entry fee around 3,000 KRW, 3 hours

7:00PM

Sokcho Seafood Dinner

End your culinary journey with a seafood feast for dinner, where you can enjoy a variety of fresh seafood dishes at a local restaurant in Sokcho.
Take a taxi from Seoraksan National Park back to Sokcho city center for dinner, which takes about 40 minutes.
Dinner costs around 30,000 KRW, 2 hours
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