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27OCT - 05NOV 2026 (10D8N) South Korea Autumn (Seoul, Andong, Gyeongju & Busan)
Cost Rm3900 per pax (12-18 pax) EXCLUDE FLIGHT & JEJU EXTENSION
Based on KRW1,000 = RM3.15 (Oanda 09Aug26) Final adjustments on trip cost is based on exchange rate at time of final collection.
OPTION for JEJU Extension 05-08 NOV 2026 (4D3N) Rm1800 EXCLUDE domestic flight Busan to Jeju

AIR ASIA X
27 OCT 2026 TUE KUL (KLIA2) to ICN (Seoul) 2250 0620+1
Vietnam Air
05 NOV 2026 THU PUS (Busan) to KUL via HAN (Hanoi) 1035 1900
AAX Rm666 (without checked-baggage) & Vietnam Air Rm869 (23kg checked-banggage) Fare check 08Aug2025
PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE FLIGHT TICKET UNTIL WE ADVICE.

Update 09 Aug 2026 – This is semi-backpacking trip using local public buses, trains and subways, NO chartered transport throughout trip except Jeju self-drive. It is important participants are able to manage your own luggage, preferably backpacks or softpacks, or trolley NOT more than 24", 20-22" is ideal. Large size 28" luggage is NOT ALLOWED on Yongo trips. Packing light and small bag ease your traveling experience. We do not send tour guide from Malaysia. Seoul based local tour leader will meet group at Busan airport. 

MPORTANT NOTICE This is meant to be a "free and easy" budget trip. Participants should be relatively fit, with a good sense of humour, and above all, have the right attitude for close travel with others through possibly some trying times. Most definitely, this is not a trip for prudes, whiners, fuss-pots, and other similarly assorted types! Although every effort will be made to stick to the given itinerary, ground conditions may change and cause some disruption and/or deviation from the norm. Otherwise, have fun! 

This is for people who like to travel like locals, taking local transportations and stay in local accommodations. Tour leader is living in Korea for over 20 years. His in-depth knowledge of cities and country-side made this itinerary uncommon and travel experience unparalleled.  

South Korea is the place to travel if one desires modern facilities and comfort while loving both nature and cultural experiences.  This trip is thoughtfully tailored to cover in and around Seoul, the modern, vibrant city wth futuristic touch and the latest trendsetting city in lifestyles and technology. The hightlights include a night stay inside UNESCO heritage site of Hahoe Folk Village and tour of Gyeongju, another UNESCO ancient city. And explore Korea's second largest city, Busan, popular for its K-Movie culture scene, seafood and beautiful natural coastline.

 

Day 1 KLIA-2 Meet 8PM at KLIA2. 27 OCT 2026 (TUE) for AIR ASIA X direct flight to Seoul departing at 2250 or 10.50PM Flight time 6h30

Day 2 SEOUL LANDMARKS Arrived Seoul airport 620AM 28Oct 2026 (WED). Local guide will meet group at airport and travel by train/bus to hotel in downtown Seoul. Once settled luggages at hotel, we visit main attractions within the vicinity of 600-year history Gwanghwamun Square, the epic centre of Seoul Metropolitan City. First stop, Gyeongbokgung Palace & Changing of Guards Ceremony. Then the square itself and follows by Cheongyecheon stream and Bukcheon Village. ON (Overnight) Seoul

Day 3 SEOUL GANGNAM STYLE Gangnam literally means 'South of the river', and this district in Seoul that lies along the south banks of the Han River (or Hangang in Korean). This is an upscale modern area home to gleaming skyscrappers, designer brands and stylish nightclubs and as popular depicted in PSY's hit song 'Gangnam Style'. It's also home to country's top plastic surgery clinics and K-Pop entertainment companies. We visit the COEX Mall (largest underground shopping mall in Asia) in Gangnam, then the tallest in Korea and world's 5th tallest building, Lotte World Tower-Mall, and Seokchon Lake Autumn trees. On the way back to hotel, we may have dinner at Ikseondong, Seoul's hipster maze-like streeets of restaurants, cafes and handicraft shops. ON Seoul.

 

Day 4 SEOUL TOWER & LOCAL MARKETS Before visitng the Tower, we have brunch at Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest & largest in Korea, to taste some local most popular traditional food. Seoul Tower, aka Namsan Tower, it is a communication and observation tower located on Namsan Mountain in central Seoul. At 236m, it marks the highest point in Seoul. Then, we move to Namdaemun "Great Southern Gate", it has the large traditional market offers authentic local foods, and selling various affordable goods from personal items, indoors and outdoors items. After lunch, we move to nearby trendy Myeongdong shopping district, and upmarket Hyundai Duty Free Departmental Store. ON Seoul.

  

Day 5 UNESCO ANDONG HAHOE FOLK VILLAGE Morning, we train or bus 2.5hr+ to Andong city. From Andong, we take a local bus westward to UNESCO world heritage site Hahoe Folk Village. The village has tile-roofed centuries old buildings and homes, and been visited by tourists included Queen Elizabeth and President George Bush. The living working village is surrounded by Nakdonggang River, and it preserves Joseon-style architecture (1392 to 1897). We will take a tour around the village before sunset and stay a night in the traditional house (hanok) inside the UNESCO village itself. ON Hahoe Folk Village, Andong.

Day 6 UNESCO GYEONGJU CITY After check-out, we bus or train heading further south to Gyeongju City via Andong Terminal. The journey takes about 1.5 hours. Gyeongju, an ancient captial of Silla Kingdom (57BC to 935AD), is described as an open museum because of its any tombs and UNESCO listed historical placces. We visit Tombs of Silla Kings in Royal Tumuli Park - Daereungwon Tomb Complex and Cheomseongdae, and ancient astronomical observatory. Cheomseongdae (built 647 AD) means star-gazing tower adn is the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia. ON Gyeongju.

 

Day 7 UNESCO GYEONGJU CITY Today we hop into local buses to visit three main attractions. Firstly, UNESCO-listed Bulguksa Temple, follow by Gyeongju National Museum to learn more about the city’s ancient past, and then Woljeonggyo Bridge, which built during the Unified Silla period (AD 676-935), but was burnt down and rebuilt in 2018 to become the largest wooden bridge in Korea. ON Gjeongju.

 

Day 8 BUSAN FISH MARKET & GAMCHEON VILLAGE Morning 1 hour bus to Busan city, and further 40mins of subway to our Hotel in Nampo area, which is the central commercial and shopping area in Busan. Once settled our luggage at hotel, we visit the Fish Market of Jagalchi (Korea's largest seafood market) and sample some typical local lunch nearby. With short bus ride, our next stop is Gamcheon Culture Village. The area is known for its steep streets, twisting alleys, and brightly painted houses, which have been restored and enhanced in recent years to attract tourism. Later, if time permit, to visit Songdo area where one can enjoy the Cable Car ride over the ocean, or simply stroll along the Skywalk, i.e. features sections with a clear glass floor that create the feeling of walking on top of the ocean. On the way back to hotel, we visit BIFF square - a "Star Street" dedicated to film, related to the world-famous Busan International Film Festival. And spot the hand printings (cemented on the street) of famous movie celebrities include Zhang Yimou, Oliver Stone and Kitano Takeshi. ON Busan.

 

Day 9 BUSAN HAEUNDAE After breakfast, we subway to Haeundae, the area is the location of one of the most popular beaches in Korea. Here, you can take the Sky Capsule, some colourful mini trains slow ride along a coastal rail, or some may prefer to stroll along a walkway right next to the train to enjoy the view. Afternoon is free and easy and time to finish your shopping list before fly home. The area is perfect place to shop and eat includes Gukje Market (International Market), Bupyeong Kkangtong Market and Lotte Department Store. Nearby Busan Tower, a symbol of Busan that at theight of 120m, its observation deck offers city and sea view. ON Busan.

Day 10 BUSAN to KUALA LUMPUR Depart 10.35AM 05 NOV 2026 (THU) with Vietnam Airlines via Hanoi (HAN), landing Kuala Lumpur 1900 or 7PM.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Trip Cost cover accommo|dation, transportation to sites mentioned in itinerary.
2. Accommodations will be in budget to mid-range hotels, local homestays and guesthouses on twin share except Hanok Folk Village, multi-share.
3. Not covered are Flight cost Rm1500 (estimates) and Meals KRW40,000 per day (Rm140 x 11d=Rm1540 estimate), Entrance Fees Rm350 (estimate) and optional activities.
4. Cost is subject to change depending on fluctuations in exchange rate.
5. Non-refundable deposit of Rm2000 (main trip) is payable to secure your booking on first-come basis. Additional deposit for Jeju extension is Rm800.
6. Participants are responsible to purchase TRAVEL INSURANCE prior to departure, and be adequately insured.

Contact Wong Chun Fook +82 (10) 57113989 cfwong7@gmail.com
Contact Yeow Lim +6016 209 3360  tanyeowlim@gmail.com

JEJU EXTENSION (Post-Trip)
Cost per pax Rm1800 (minimum 4pax) EXCLUDES one-way Domestic flight from Busan to Jeju.
Note - Busan to Jeju flight details to be advised nearer departure date.
08 NOV 2026 SCOOT Airline JEJU - KUL via SIN 0855 1810 (Rm878 Fare check 08Aug2025)

Day 1 NORTHERN JEJU.  Fly Busan toJeju 05 Nov 2026. As soon as we pick-up our rental private vehicle, which will be our mode of transport in Jeju. We first check-in hotel and then explore the northern coastal road for some scenic photo spots. ON Jeju.

Day 2 SOUTHERN JEJU. After breakfast, we drive straight to Yongmeori Coast at the southern Jeju. The UNESCO-listed Yongmeori (means Dragon Head) is a rough and dramatic coastline shaped from volcano lava eruptions. Walking along the spectacular rock formations is an eye-catching experience. Before lunch, we may have a mini Olle Trail experience, i.e. walking trails pass through landscapes, small villages, farms, and coastline. Later, we visit the world’s largest optical art museum - Alive Museum, or fun at Fruit Picking (subject to seasonal factor) before head back to Hotel. ON Jeju.

Day 3 EASTERN JEJU. Today, we explore the eastern-end of Jeju begin with UNESCO's site Manjanggul Cave, which is one of the finest lava tunnels in the world. Only 1km of the 13,422m Manjanggul Cave is open to tourists with comfortable temperature of 11~21℃ all year-round. We then climb another UNESCO World Heritage's site Seogsan Ilchulbong, a tuff cone crater rose 90m from under the sea in a volcanic eruption over 100,000 years ago. "Ilchulbong" means Sunrise. Later, we visit Seopjikoji - a popular site for Korean Drama "All-in" overlooking East China Sea from the cliff. On the way back to hotel, we make a brief stop at Seonggeup Folk Village - which is a small town with traditional houses hold unique local culture of the black lava rock walls. ON Jeju.

Day 4 JEJU KUL. Fly Scoot airlines CJU-KUL departing 0855 AM to Kuala Lumpur via Singapore (SIN) on 08 Nov 2026 SUN.