Journey through a multifaceted nation
11 days to discover a nation of constant surprises and great contrasts, visiting unique places such as Seoul, Andong, Gyeongju, Busan, Gayasan National Park and Jeonju.
A different East. Among East Asian countries, South Korea is probably the one that has welcomed Western culture the most, which is reflected especially in the economy and lifestyle of its inhabitants. Film lovers know this well, as Korean films are increasingly rivaling those of Hollywood in quality, budget and now also in popularity. Walking through the streets of Seoul and other major Korean cities gives a sense of both strangeness and familiarity, between modern impulses and corners where traditions are preserved.
Korean contrasts. Indeed, next to the large skyscrapers, shopping malls, clubs and restaurants, there are unexpected quiet corners that can show us authentic traditional Korean life, placid Buddhist temples, typical dwellings and rituals still widespread among the population. The drive for innovation has never given way to repudiation of the past: one need only travel a short distance outside the major centers to discover country villages where time seems to have stood still and shrines that tell the story of ancient dynasties.
Beyond the surface. South Korea is a nation that attracts and exudes great fascination, despite not having any iconic monuments or places that can be said to be world-renowned. It is a land worth discovering above all to savor its unique atmosphere, peculiarities and contrasts, to immerse ourselves in a way of life that knows how to be both near and far at the same time, but will surely open our minds and touch us deeply.
Notes
This tour involves departure by plane. You will be able to leave from the airport of your choice, depending also on flight availability, and you will meet the rest of the group and chaperone directly at your destination.
You can make your travel experience even more personal by adding an extension of a few days at the beginning or end of the tour. We then always provide some optional excursions for an even more flexible experience.
The flat rate of $100 required at the beginning of the trip includes gratuities allocated to guides, drivers and all personnel involved for all related services rendered during the tour. Tourist taxes are also included.
- Assistant for departures from Milan Malpensa, Rome Fiumicino and Venice Marco Polo airports
- Return flight with baggage allowance included
- Airport taxes
- Airport/hotel transfers and vice versa
- GT bus for the exclusive use of Boscolo clients for visits as scheduled
- Assistance of accompanying guide from Italy starting from 15 participants
- Italian- or English-speaking guide for scheduled visits
- 9 nights’ accommodation with breakfasts included
- 5 lunches and 5 dinners
- All inputs provided in the program
- Personal WIFI radio guides throughout the trip
- The exclusive Boscolo Travel Kit
- Medical, baggage and pandemic risk insurance
- “No Problem” hotline, available 24/7
Local Italian-speaking guides cannot be guaranteed in Korea. Therefore, the Boscolo escort will be available to translate from English to Italian if necessary.
The menus chosen for the included meals represent a journey within a journey: a journey to discover the local culinary tradition, of which Koreans take great pride.