Day 1 : Dinner Party: Seoul
Welcome to South Korea! Meet your included arrival transfer at the airport and join your other Solo-ish travellers for a welcome breifing. Then with your new travel mates, head out to get your first impression of Seoul with a cooking class. We'll make some of South Korea's most famous dishes like Bulgolgi or Bibimbap. Cook, eat and get to know your fellow travellers with a hands on experience making sone of the yummiest food you'll ever cook.
Make sure to arrive for your Welcome meeting at 3:00 pm, followed by your local cooking class.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
1h
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Korean culture is widely focused on food so what better way to start your time in South Korea! Make famous and delicious dishes like bulgolgi, tender flavorful beef, and bibimbap, a Korean rice dish. Then sit down together to enjoy the meal.
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Day 2 : We Day: Seoul
Get ready to practice the art of kicking and punching in a local taekwando class. This Korean Martial art will get your body moving and connect you with the culture. Then head to one of South Korea's most famous markets, Gwangjang Market. Try some local street food and shop some local handicrafts along side your Solo-ish travellers. This afternoon, learn from your CEO about the famous Confucian royal ancient shrine, Jongmyo Shrine. A quintessential Seoul day to connect with your group and CEO.
Taekwondo Class & Seoul Highlights Tour
Seoul
With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. Enjoy a day connecting with Korean culture, starting the day with a Taekwondo Class. Then continue to Gwangjang Market where we'll have a local lunch. Finish the day with a tour of the famous Jongmyo Shrine led by your CEO.
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 3 : G Day: Seoul
This morning, head to the train station and travel to Gyochon Hanok Village where it feels like you've traveled back in time. This picturesque hanok village will have you and your fellow Solo-ish travellers gushing at Korean culture. To start your historic Korean adventure, visit Daerungwon Tumuli Park and explore the tombs of barried kings. Then we're off to the Cheomseongdae Observatory, the oldest in all of Asia. This evening, we'll put on our Hanboks (traditional Korean wear) when we arrive to our Hanok stay, traditional Korean inn. Then prepare for a surprise with your group!
Gyochon Hanok Village Experience
Seoul
With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the worlds coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to 11. Immerse yourself into historic Korean life when we travel to Gyochon Hanok Village. Visit Daereungwon Tumuli Park and Cheomseongdae Observatory. This evening, try on a traditional Korean Hanbok at your Hanok stay.
Acommodation
Hwangnamgwan Hanok stay
Acommodation
Hwangnamgwan Hanok stay
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 4 : Gyeongju-si
Today we'll visit the iconic stops in Gyeongju-si. Stopping at Gyeongju Tower, a visit ot Bulguksa Temple, Seokgura Grotto and the Gyeongju National Museum. We'll enjoy the best that this Hanok village has to offer.
Bulguksa Temple
Gyeongju-si
Visit the six national treasures at the Bulguksa Temple. This UNESCO World Heritage site, from the 8th century, is considered the essence of Korean Buddhist culture.
Seokguram Grotto
Gyeongju-si
Perched on Mount Toham, the Seokguram Grotto is a beautiful example of enlightened Buddha and Buddhist art from the 8th century.
Gyeongju National Museum
Gyeongju-si
Visit the Gyeongju National Museum and learn about Korean culture and history during the Silla Dynasty, from 57 BCE to 935 CE.
Acommodation
Swiss Rosen Hotel Gyeongju
Acommodation
Swiss Rosen Hotel Gyeongju
Day 5 : Gyeongju-si to Busan
We're off to the next city, as we hop on a bus for Busan. On the way we'll visit the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village for a tour. Snap a photo of this picturesque town with your new Solo-ish bestie and enjoy the artistic side of Korea. This afternoon after arrival in Busan, we'll admire the beautiful coastline view from the Songdo Cable Car and Observatory deck. Then we'll go market hopping. Starting from Gukje Market, we'll peruse through local street food vendors, handicrafts and spices. Then to Jagalchi Market, full of fresh seafood like giant crabs, lobsters and squid, this is the largest seafood market in all of South Korea.
Private Vehicle
Gyeongju-si - Busan
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Gamcheon Culture Village
Busan
Explore the pastel-coloured village of Gamcheon, nestled in the side of a mountain, with uniquely painted houses, murals, cafes, and shops.
Songdo Maritime Cable Car Ride
Busan
Ride the mile long gondola up to Songo Sky Park for an amazing view of the Busan coast. Visit the Observatory deck and then take the Cable car back down.
Gukje Traditional Market
Busan
Gukjesijang or Gukje Market is nestled near Biff Square, a well-known modern movie district in Busan. The market once was a place for refugees to earn a living over the period of the Korean War. Now, it's a bustling international market where loads of food, home goods, clothes, souvenirs and more can be found.
Jagalchi Fish Market
Busan
Discover this market and major attraction at Nampo Port. Wander through the rows of stalls selling everything you can dream of from the sea. Watch as locals haggle for the best price and fishmongers hawk their wares.
Acommodation
Felix Hotel by STX
Acommodation
Felix Hotel by STX
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : Busan
Experience the natural side of Busan with your fellow Solo-ish friends this morning on the Dongbaek Island Coastal Trek. Just under 1 km, this easy trail will take you beneath the endemic trees, by the lighthouse, a famous mermaid statue and through the historic APEC House. We'll stay by the coast as we head to the Haedong Yonggungsa seaside temple and explore this beautiful Buddhist temple built into the cliffs. Then in the evening, opt to join your Solo-ish mates and climb aboard for a night yacht ride along the Busan coast.
Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island (APEC House) Visit
Busan
Visit Haeundae Beach, one of Korea's most beautiful beaches. Enjoy a walk along the shore, or take a swim (don't forget your suit!) And see the famed APEC House built to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Corporation (APEC) summit meeting in 2005 on Dongbaek Island.
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Visit
Gijang-gun
Originally built in 1376, this picturesque, cliffside Buddhist temple overlooks the East China Sea. Opt to grab a bizarre local snack at the traditional market. Legend foretells that should you pray here, at least one of your wishes will come true.
Acommodation
Felix Hotel by STX
Optional Activities - Day 6
Spend an evening admiring the coastline of Busan while cruising from the deck of a yacht.
Acommodation
Felix Hotel by STX
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 7 : Busan to Seoul
Catch a fast train back to Seoul this morning and get ready to explore. Heyyyyy sexy lady, we'll explore the famous Gangnam neighborhood checking out the popular Coex Mall and Gangnam CBD. This evening we'll walk along the Han River Park, taking in spectacular city views and checking out the floating island. Opt to rent a swan boat or bicycles for a cute ride with your Solo-ish buddies.
Bullet Train
Busan - Seoul 2h30m
Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.
Gangnam has plenty to do and see in this historically rich, fast-developing neighbourhood. Gangnam Station is the busiest subway station in Seoul and has a huge underground shopping centre, so feel free to shop until you drop. Visit the Gangnam Coex Mall, the largest underground shopping mall in Asia. And explore the best of the Gangnam CBD.
Han River Park & Floating Island
Seoul
Visit the riverside park that lights up at night. Walk along the floating island, watch the fountain show and opt to rent a bicycle or swan boat.
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 8 : Me Day: Seoul
Your Me Day is all about... well, You! You get to decide how you want to spend your last day in Korea! Interested in a solo adventure? Go for it! Or maybe opt to join your CEO for the day and take a day trip to the border of North and South Korea at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and then to the famed Deoksugung Palace. Or plan a friend date with your new Solo-ish best friends. However you choose to spend it, this evening we'll all come together for one last farewell dinner together. I'm not crying... I got gochujang in my eyes.
Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for an incredible activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Acommodation
Hotel Prince
Day 9 : Seoul
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
