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SEOUL TO BUSAN: ANCIENT PALACES, TRADITIONAL MARKETS AND SOUL

Q: What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-May): Perfect weather, cherry blossoms, comfortable temperatures, clear skies, ideal touring, beautiful landscapes, peak season, advance booking recommended. Fall (September-November): Excellent weather, autumn colors, comfortable temperatures, clear days, perfect hiking, beautiful foliage, ideal photography, outstanding conditions. Summer (June-August): Hot humid weather, monsoon season, heavy rainfall, challenging conditions, festival season, vibrant atmosphere, air conditioning essential. Winter (December-February): Cold weather, snow sports, winter festivals, clear skies, skiing opportunities, indoor attractions, cultural focus, dramatic beauty.

Royal palaces echoing with past glory, markets pulsing with tradition. Seoul to Busan, Korea's cultural depth.

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📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Explore Seoul through its palaces and lively districts, then reach Jeonju and its hanok where time seems to slow. End in Busan, between hills and shores, where markets and temples blend with sea air. A journey that lets you feel the Korean soul, from urban heart to everyday traditions.

Seoul: palaces radiate dynasty power
Jeonju: hanok village glows charm
Busan: port city faces sea
Temples: bells echo ancient souls

Your day-by-day itinerary

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Seoul

imperial capital glows palace majesty

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Day 1

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Night walk around Heunginjimun Gate and Dongdaemun Design Plaza, discovering Seoul's ancient walls.

Exploration of Gwangjang Market, famous for its street food stalls and artisanal products.

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Tasting traditional dishes like yukhoe and bindaetteok in the alleys of Gwangjang Market.

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Seoul

imperial capital glows palace majesty

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Day 2

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Visit to Eunpyeong Hanok Village, a traditional village surrounded by mountains.

Discovery of Jinkwansa temple and participation in a local Buddhist ceremony.

Sunset from Seoul Sky observatory at the top of Lotte World Tower.

Walk in the Gangnam district: Gangnam Style statue, Starfield library, Bongeunsa temple and Rodeo Street.

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Experience of local gastronomy with Korean barbecue in Gangnam.

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Distance: 12 km

Travel time: 25min

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Jeonju

traditional village preserves hanok beauty

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Day 3

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Visit to Gyeongbokgung palace and its gardens, with the national folk museum.

Discovery of UNESCO-listed Changdeokgung palace and the adjacent Changgyeonggung.

Break at Jeongdong Observatory to admire the view of Deoksugung and downtown.

Visit to Deoksugung palace and its historical reconstruction from the imperial era.

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KTX train journey to Jeonju, about 2h30.

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Distance: 200 km

Travel time: 2h30

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Busan

dynamic port anchors southern coast

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Day 4

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Discovery of Jaman Mural Village and its colorful frescoes.

Stroll through Jeonju Hanok Village and visit to Gyeonggijeon Shrine.

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Tasting of traditional bibimbap, Jeonju's specialty.

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Train journey to Busan (approximately 3h with connection).

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Evening walk in Nampo-dong district and at Jagalchi Market.

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Distance: 240 km

Travel time: 3h

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Busan

dynamic port anchors southern coast

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Day 5

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Exploration of Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, perched on sea cliffs.

Visit to Gamcheon Culture Village, colorful maze of artistic alleys.

Walk on Haeundae Beach, Busan's most famous beach.

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Tasting of fresh seafood at Jagalchi Market stalls.

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Distance: 18 km

Travel time: 35min

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-May): Perfect weather, cherry blossoms, comfortable temperatures, clear skies, ideal touring, beautiful landscapes, peak season, advance booking recommended.

Fall (September-November): Excellent weather, autumn colors, comfortable temperatures, clear days, perfect hiking, beautiful foliage, ideal photography, outstanding conditions.

Summer (June-August): Hot humid weather, monsoon season, heavy rainfall, challenging conditions, festival season, vibrant atmosphere, air conditioning essential.

Winter (December-February): Cold weather, snow sports, winter festivals, clear skies, skiing opportunities, indoor attractions, cultural focus, dramatic beauty.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 5 and 7 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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