9-Day Adventure in South Korea with Halal Dining

Day 1: Arrive in Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Arrive in Seoul and start your adventure with a visit to the grand Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Take the airport limousine bus or a taxi to central Seoul.
KRW3000, 2 hours

11:30AM

Bukchon Hanok Village

Walk to Bukchon Hanok Village to explore traditional Korean houses.
A 15-minute walk from Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

EID Halal Korean Food

Enjoy lunch at EID Halal Korean Food in Itaewon.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station, then a 5-minute walk.
KRW15000, 1 hour

2:30PM

Namsan Seoul Tower

Head to Namsan Seoul Tower for panoramic views of the city.
Take a taxi or subway Line 4 to Myeong-dong Station followed by a cable car ride up the mountain.
KRW11000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Petra Restaurant

Dine at Petra Restaurant, known for its delicious Halal Middle Eastern cuisine.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station.
KRW20000, 1 hour
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Day 2: Explore Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

8:00AM

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Start your day early at the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
Take subway Line 2 or Line 4 to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Dongdaemun Market

Explore Dongdaemun Market for both traditional and modern shopping.
A short walk from Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Manis Kitchen

Enjoy a hearty Halal lunch at Manis Kitchen in Itaewon.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station.
KRW12000, 1 hour

2:30PM

Insadong Street

Spend your afternoon wandering through Insadong Street, known for its traditional tea houses and crafts.
Take subway Line 3 to Anguk Station.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Namdaemun Market

Head to Namdaemun Market, one of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Korea.
Take subway Line 4 to Hoehyeon Station.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Mr. Kebab

End your day with a Halal dinner at Mr. Kebab in Itaewon.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station.
KRW10000, 1 hour
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Day 3: Day Trip to Sokcho

Sokcho, South Korea

6:00AM

Depart for Sokcho

Catch an early bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Sokcho.
Bus travel from Seoul to Sokcho (roughly 2.5 hours).
KRW20000, 2.5 hours

9:00AM

Seoraksan National Park

Explore Seoraksan National Park and enjoy its breathtaking landscapes.
Take a local bus or taxi to the park entrance.
KRW4000, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Abai Village

Head to Abai Village for a Halal seafood meal.
Take a taxi from Seoraksan National Park.
KRW15000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Sokcho Beach

Relax at Sokcho Beach, a popular seaside retreat.
Short walk from Abai Village.
Free, 2 hours

3:30PM

Return to Seoul

Catch the bus back to Seoul.
Return travel by bus (roughly 2.5 hours).
KRW20000, 2.5 hours

7:00PM

Halal Guys Korea for Dinner

Enjoy a dinner at Halal Guys Korea, a popular spot for Halal food.
Take a taxi or subway to Itaewon Station.
KRW12000, 1 hour
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Day 4: Experience Tradition

Seoul, South Korea

8:00AM

Jogyesa Temple

Visit Jogyesa Temple, the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.
Take subway Line 1 to Jonggak Station.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Changdeokgung Palace and Huwon

Explore Changdeokgung Palace and its Secret Garden.
Take subway Line 3 to Anguk Station.
KRW8000, 2 hours

12:30PM

Dinner at Murree Halal Korean Food

Savor a Halal Korean meal at Murree Halal Korean Food.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station.
KRW15000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Walk along the scenic Cheonggyecheon Stream in downtown Seoul.
Take a short walk from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Dongdaemun Night Market

Spend your evening at Dongdaemun Night Market, shopping for souvenirs and tasting street food.
Take subway Line 2 or Line 4 to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Kervan Turkish Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious Halal Turkish dinner at Kervan Turkish Restaurant.
A short walk from Dongdaemun Night Market.
KRW18000, 1 hour
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Day 5: Travel to Gyeongju

Gyeongju, South Korea

8:00AM

Depart for Gyeongju

Take a morning train from Seoul Station to Gyeongju.
Train travel from Seoul to Gyeongju (roughly 2.5 hours).
KRW40000, 2.5 hours

11:00AM

Bulguksa Temple

Visit Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Take a taxi or bus from Gyeongju Station.
KRW5000, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Eden Valley

Enjoy a Halal meal at Eden Valley, a restaurant known for its vegan and Halal options.
Take a taxi from Bulguksa Temple.
KRW15000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Seokguram Grotto

Spend your afternoon at Seokguram Grotto, another UNESCO site.
Take a taxi or bus from Eden Valley.
KRW5000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Naan Bang

Dine at Naan Bang, offering delicious Halal Indian cuisine.
Take a taxi back to Gyeongju city center.
KRW20000, 1 hour
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Day 6: Explore Gyeongju

Gyeongju, South Korea

8:00AM

Gyeongju National Museum

Start your day with a visit to the Gyeongju National Museum.
Take a taxi or walk from your accommodation.
Free, 2 hours

10:30AM

Visit Anapji Pond

Stroll around the beautiful Anapji Pond.
Take a short walk from the museum.
KRW2000, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Myungpum Insam

Enjoy a Halal-friendly ginseng chicken soup at Myungpum Insam.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
KRW15000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Cheomseongdae Observatory

Visit the ancient Cheomseongdae Observatory.
A short walk from the restaurant.
KRW2000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Tumuli Park

Explore Tumuli Park to see the ancient burial mounds.
A short walk from Cheomseongdae Observatory.
KRW3000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Bombay Brau

Dine at Bombay Brau offering Halal Indian cuisine.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
KRW18000, 1 hour
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Day 7: Travel to Busan

Busan, South Korea

8:00AM

Depart for Busan

Catch an early morning train from Gyeongju to Busan.
Train travel from Gyeongju to Busan (roughly 1 hour).
KRW12000, 1 hour

10:00AM

Haeundae Beach

Start your day relaxing on Haeundae Beach, one of Korea's most famous beaches.
Take a taxi from Busan Station.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Halal Korean BBQ

Enjoy a Halal Korean BBQ lunch at Halal Korean BBQ.
Walk to nearby Haeundae Station and take subway Line 2.
KRW20000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Gamcheon Culture Village

Explore the vibrant streets of Gamcheon Culture Village.
Take subway Line 1 to Toseong Station, then a village bus or walk.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Busan Tower

End your day with a visit to Busan Tower for panoramic views.
Take subway Line 1 to Nampo Station.
KRW8000, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Punjab Indian Restaurant

Dine at Punjab Indian Restaurant offering Halal Indian cuisine.
A short walk from Busan Tower.
KRW18000, 1 hour
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Day 8: Discover Busan

Busan, South Korea

9:00AM

Yongdusan Park

Start your morning at Yongdusan Park, known for its Busan Tower and stunning city views.
Take subway Line 1 to Nampo Station.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Jagalchi Fish Market

Explore Jagalchi Fish Market, Korea's largest seafood market.
Walking distance from Yongdusan Park.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sarang Sikdang

Enjoy a Halal Korean meal at Sarang Sikdang, offering a variety of dishes.
Take a taxi to the restaurant.
KRW15000, 1 hour

2:30PM

Beomeosa Temple

Visit Beomeosa Temple, a Buddhist temple nestled in the mountains.
Take a taxi or bus from the restaurant.
KRW4000, 2 hours

5:00PM

Shopping at Centum City

Shop at Centum City, home to the world's largest department store, Shinsegae.
Take subway Line 2 to Centum City Station.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Halal Kitchen

End your day with dinner at Halal Kitchen, known for its authentic Halal Korean cuisine.
Take a taxi or subway back to your accommodation.
KRW20000, 1 hour
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Day 9: Return to Seoul

Seoul, South Korea

9:00AM

Seoul Forest

Explore the beautiful Seoul Forest, a large park in the heart of the city.
Take subway Line 2 to Seoul Forest Station.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at EID Halal Korean Food

Enjoy a final Halal meal at EID Halal Korean Food in Itaewon.
Take a taxi or subway Line 6 to Itaewon Station.
KRW15000, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Myeongdong

Spend your afternoon shopping and snacking in the vibrant district of Myeongdong.
Take subway Line 4 to Myeong-dong Station.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit Namsan Hanok Village

Visit Namsan Hanok Village to experience traditional Korean architecture.
Take a taxi or subway Line 4 to Chungmuro Station, then a short walk.
KRW5000, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Sariwon

Enjoy a farewell dinner at Sariwon, serving Halal Korean BBQ.
Take a taxi or subway back to Itaewon.
KRW20000, 1 hour
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