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6-Day Classic South Korea Itinerary: Seoul – Busan – Jeju
Itineraries 2026-10-02 2 views 6 days
Experience three distinct settings—city, port, and island—all in one trip, connected by KTX high-speed rail and domestic flights.

Itinerary Overview

Days 1–3: Seoul → Day 4: Busan → Days 5–6: Jeju Island. The KTX takes about 2.5 hours between Seoul and Busan, and the flight from Busan to Jeju takes around 1 hour.

Days 1–3: Seoul

  • Day 1: Gyeongbokgung Palace (rent a hanbok for free entry) → Bukchon Hanok Village → Samcheong-dong → Insadong.
  • Day 2: Myeongdong → N Seoul Tower → Itaewon → Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain (night).
  • Day 3: Hongdae → Yeonnam-dong cafes → Gangnam shopping district → Apgujeong / Garosu-gil.

Day 4: Busan

Haeundae Beach → Busan Tower & Yongdusan Park → Gamcheon Culture Village → Jagalchi Market & Gukje Market. The Haeundae nightlife and fresh seafood at Jagalchi are two highlights of Busan.

Days 5–6: Jeju Island

  • Day 5: Hallasan Mountain or Udo Island → Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak → Seopjikoji → Haenyeo performance.
  • Day 6: Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum area → Cheonjiyeon Falls or Jusangjeolli Cliffs → Depart from Jeju Airport.

Tips

  • KTX tickets can be purchased via the Korail app or station ticket machines; it’s recommended to book in advance during peak seasons.
  • For travel from Busan to Jeju, flying is recommended—ferry tickets take longer and are more affected by weather.
  • Public transport on Jeju Island is limited; renting a car or hiring a private driver is more efficient.
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