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Experience Korea Tour May 23 – June 2, 2016 Contact: [email protected] Sign up now! http://goo.gl/forms/4bbZvuwFPc
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
Contact: [email protected]
Sign up now! http://goo.gl/forms/4bbZvuwFPc
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
Contact: [email protected]
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Experience the best that Korea has to offer: a rich history, living culture, insightful museums, pulsating cities, and a taste of the world-famous Korean cuisine. South Korea truly is a swirl of ancient ways meeting modernity and with us you'll experience this county from a local perspective. From beyond the typical tourist path, we'll show you old neighborhoods and the best markets, explain the nuances of Korean culture, and dig into a wide variety of Korean favorite foods.
Why Korea?
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Why Our Tours are DifferentOur tours are different. The group will be small, limited to 12. The goal of our trip is simple: travel in a method that gives you better experiences. We will be passing on tourist traps in favor of sites of cultural interest. We will be using public transport. We’ll stay in guesthouses, traditional inns, and experience an overnight in an active temple. We'll also taste the most delicious Korean cuisine--where locals eat. Our pace of travel will be slower than a typical group which will allow us to gain a deeper understanding of Korea and its history and culture.
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Juno Kim left a successful career as a mechanical engineer in her home Seoul, Korea to pursue her dream of traveling the world. Since then, Juno has traveled more than 50 countries while building her career as new media specialist, photographer, and author.
Your Guide: Juno Kim
She believes there are always stories to tell, in any corner of the world. She’s been participating in numerous global-wide new media campaigns as a digital influencer. She also participated in several photography exhibitions. She is also the founder of the Asian Women’s Empowerment annual Conference. AWE has been focusing on inspiring Asian women to fulfill their dreams and potential. It makes Juno exceptionally happy to share the intricacies of Korean food and culture with travelers and is excited to lead small groups of travelers around her home country.
Juno and Stephen on their Korean traditional wedding ceremony
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Tour ItineraryDay 0 Arrival | May 22 Welcome meal in the evening. Accommodation is included this night. Day 1-3 Seoul | May 23 - 25 Dive into South Korea's political and commercial heart. Here you'll tour colorful palaces, wander through traditional neighborhood markets, do some urban hiking, check out the shopping scene, and sample the city's delicious street food. Day 4 Jirisan National Park and Templestay | May 26 Further south, we venture into one of the sacred mountains of Korea and some of its most scenic territory. We'll save the mountain climbing for another time (see “add on” to Seoroksan National Park below) and instead focus on Hwaeomsa Temple. Here Korean history, culture, and tradition have been preserved as well as Buddha’s teachings. At Hwaeomsa we'll do a Temple Stay to experience a traditional Buddhist monk's life. Give your chaotic mind a rest and discover your true self amidst incredible natural surroundings.
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Day 5-6 Yeosu | May 27-28 After getting our Zen, we'll travel to the beautiful port city of Yeosu. Here we'll explore the history of one of Korea's most famous seaman- Admiral Yi. The following day we'll venture out onto the sea ourselves to Dadohae National Park. This marine park encompasses about 1,700 islands and a whole lot of nice scenery. Day 7 Busan | May 29 Next up is Korea's second city: Busan. Here we'll hit the highlights that make this huge port city tick. If you love seafood, Busan is your place to indulge. We'll browse for live seafood at Jagalchi market and then have the hoe (raw fish) prepared straight away. Busan is also home to Korea's best-known beach. In the evening they'll be time for street snacks, shopping, bar-hopping, or just strolling around.
Tour Itinerary
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Day 8-9 Gyeongju | May 30 - 31 Gyeongju is Korea's ancient cultural city and the former capital of the once mighty Silla Kingdom. Here we'll see royal tombs, burial mounds, historic artifacts, traditional architecture, and an excellent museum and more. Day 10 Andong | June 1 Next we'll visit this historically conservative and traditional stronghold of Confucianism. First stop: Hahoe Village. This is the best-kept of traditional villages and maintains the lifestyle and housing that was once typical in rural Korea. Next up is the magnificent Dosan Seowan, founded by one of the country's two most important Confucian scholars. Here you'll witness the exemplary representation of classical Confucian architecture. Day 11 Return to Seoul | June 2 Tour finishes. Accommodation is not provided this night. If you are staying longer in Seoul we're happy to help you with any accommodation booking or sightseeing tips. Or join us for our add on weekend hiking trip to Seoraksan National Park, starting on the following day.
Tour Itinerary
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Tour Price: $1199PayPal transfer to [email protected] Non-refundable deposit of $200 due before April 23, 2016 Full payment due before May 1 *Refunds: trip cost excluding deposit can be refunded in full before May 1
Included ü Admissions to all included attractions and sights ü Eleven (11) nights of accommodations ü All transportation within South Korea (Excluding airport transfer) ü At least one (1) meal a day ü Welcome meals Not Included ü You will be responsible for some meals. Budget between $5-8 per meal ü Air tickets to and from Korea ü Visa (if necessary; most countries are visa-free to enter South Korea) ü Travel/health insurance (Browse policies at World Nomads, our
recommended travel insurance provider.)
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Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
Contact: [email protected]
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Packing List for Experience Korea trip (recommended) ü Weather of late spring in Korea can be hot during the day and
chilly at night. Pack light layer clothing and some warm clothes. ü Comfortable shoes for walking ü Moneybelt ü Cash (credit card is widely accepted and ATMs are easy to find,
but it’s always a good idea to carry some cash)
Useful Information ü Remember to pack light; we’ll be using public transportation and
you have to carry your own bags. ü Make sure to purchase a transit card (T-Money), which is a key to
Korea’s public transportation system. Any convenience store (7-Eleven, GS 25, etc) at the airport has them.
Accommodation The accommoda*on will range from doubles in family-‐run guesthouses and hotels to unique stays in tradi*onal inns and temple stays (mul*ple guests per room).
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Add-on Seoraksan National Park $175 3 Day 2 Night Hiking trip Experience the intense beauty of Korea’s mountainous terrain in Seoraksan National Park. • Day 1: Take a bus from Seoul to trailhead and hike up 5 – 6 hours
to the group cabin (dorm). Stay overnight on the mountain side with splendid views. Sleeping bag & blanket are provided.
• Day 2: Hike down through the rocky valley to the temples at the base of the national park. Take a bus into Sokcho City. Hoe (raw fish) meal (included ) and enjoy the costal view. Spend the night in a guesthouse in Sokcho.
• Day 3: Easy morning and bus trip back to Seoul Included ü All transportation to and from Seoul ü All accommodation ü Some meals including basic food for hiking (pre-packed) and seafood
dinner in Sokcho Not Included ü Hiking gear ü Snacks and extra food for hiking *Trip begins on June 3 (the day after Experience Korea Tour ends) ends on June 5.
Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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“What an amazing tour! I saw places that I never would have seen on my own and ate food that I never would have been brave enough to try on my own. Noel and Stephen were wonderful guides and full of great information on food, culture, and history. I would book another tour with them without any hesitation.” –Kathy from Wisconsin “We had the most amazing time with you and Noel Lau! Your Malaysian Food & Culture opened our eyes and made us appreciate the traditions and way of life of those in Southeast Asia! Thank you so much…sign us up for the next cultural tour!!!” –Jen from Pennsylvania
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Experience Korea Tour
May 23 – June 2, 2016
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Juno Kim [email protected] @RunawayJuno RunawayJuno.com Stephen Bugno [email protected] @gomadnomad gomadnomad.com
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