Women in colorful hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, South Korea

South Korea 2027 · Culture, Cuisine & Connection

Seoul & Busan

June 24 – June 30, 2027 · 7 Days / 6 Nights · $4,298 per person

Women-Only Group TripHanbok & PalaceKorean Cooking ClassHigh-Speed TrainBusan Coastal Scenery
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South Korea — Culture, Cuisine & Connection

7 days / 6 nights · June 24–30, 2027 · Seoul & Busan · 6 women · Private rooms

Discover Seoul and Busan through flavors, traditions, and coastal scenery.

Experience South Korea through its flavors, traditions, and coastal scenery. From exploring a royal palace in traditional hanbok to sharing Korean barbecue and discovering Busan's waterfront, this small-group adventure brings together memorable experiences and meaningful connection.

Enjoy guided outings, shared meals, and time to recharge, with Dee hosting throughout the week.

This women-only trip is designed with the Wander The Horizon signature: an intimate group of just 6 women, private rooms, culturally immersive experiences, and enough breathing room to actually enjoy it.

Travel solo, not alone.

Your South Korea Experience

  • ✓Traditional hanbok rental, a palace visit, and a planned photo session
  • ✓Hands-on Korean cooking class
  • ✓Guided evening food tour in Seoul
  • ✓High-speed train travel between Seoul and Busan
  • ✓Guided cultural and coastal experiences in Busan
  • ✓A free afternoon in Seoul
  • ✓Welcome and farewell dinners
  • ✓Your own private hotel room throughout the trip

Trip Snapshot

DestinationSeoul & Busan, South Korea
DatesJune 24–30, 2027
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
Group Size6 Women
StyleCulture + Cuisine + Connection
AccommodationsPrivate rooms throughout
AirportIncheon (ICN)
Price$4,298 per person
Deposit$400 non-refundable
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Limited to 6 women · Payment plans available

Your Journey

Full Itinerary

Seven days of culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty — from Seoul's royal palaces to Busan's vibrant waterfront.

Day 1 – Thursday, June 24

Welcome to Seoul

Arrive at Incheon International Airport and take your arranged transfer to the hotel. Settle into your private room and enjoy time to rest before meeting the group. That evening, gather for a Korean welcome dinner and get to know the women sharing this adventure.

Included meal: DinnerOvernight: Seoul
Day 2 – Friday, June 25

Royal Seoul, Traditional Dress & Photos

Begin the day with a hanbok fitting before visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace with a local guide. Enjoy a planned photo session in your traditional attire and learn about Korea’s royal history. After lunch, return to the hotel for a break before gathering for dinner.

Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerOvernight: Seoul
Day 3 – Saturday, June 26

A Taste of Korea

Discover Korean ingredients and cooking traditions during a hands-on class, then enjoy the meal you helped prepare. Take an afternoon break before heading out together for a guided evening food tour. Taste a selection of local dishes while learning about Seoul’s dining culture.

Included meals: Breakfast, cooking-class lunch, and food-tour dinnerOvernight: Seoul
Day 4 – Sunday, June 27

From Seoul to the Coast

Travel together by high-speed train to Busan. After lunch and hotel check-in, enjoy a relaxed introduction to the city’s coastal scenery. End the day with a group dinner and a new setting to explore.

Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerOvernight: Busan
Day 5 – Monday, June 28

Discover Busan

Explore Busan with a local guide, discovering its cultural neighborhoods, coastal views, and food traditions. Our planned route will feature selected highlights such as Gamcheon Culture Village and the Jagalchi market area, with time for lunch and a rest break before dinner.

Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerOvernight: Busan
Day 6 – Tuesday, June 29

Back to Seoul & Time for Yourself

After breakfast, travel back to Seoul by high-speed train. Enjoy a free afternoon to browse shops, visit a café, book a personal activity, or simply relax. Lunch is at your own expense today. That evening, reconnect for a farewell dinner and celebrate the experiences you’ve shared.

Included meals: Breakfast and dinnerOvernight: Seoul
Day 7 – Wednesday, June 30

Until Next Time

Enjoy breakfast before check-out and your arranged transfer to Incheon International Airport for your flight home.

Included meal: Breakfast

*This is a planned itinerary. Activity order, venues, and timing may change based on supplier availability, weather, and local conditions.

Experience

Highlights

The moments that make this South Korea journey unforgettable.

Hanbok & Gyeongbokgung Palace

Hanbok & Gyeongbokgung Palace

Dress in traditional Korean hanbok and explore one of Seoul’s most iconic royal palaces with a local guide. A planned photo session captures the moment against centuries-old architecture.

Seoul evening food tour

Seoul evening food tour

Taste your way through Seoul’s vibrant food scene on a guided evening tour. Sample local favorites while learning about the city’s dining culture and culinary traditions.

Busan’s culture & coast

Busan’s culture & coast

Discover Busan’s colorful Gamcheon Culture Village, explore the Jagalchi market area, and take in the coastal views that make this city unforgettable.

Korean cooking class

Korean cooking class

Roll up your sleeves and learn to prepare authentic Korean dishes during a hands-on class. Then sit down together and enjoy the meal you created.

High-speed train to Busan

High-speed train to Busan

Travel between Seoul and Busan on Korea’s high-speed KTX train, watching the landscape shift from urban skyline to rolling countryside and coastal scenery.

Connection & celebration

Connection & celebration

From the welcome dinner in Seoul to the farewell celebration, every shared meal deepens the bonds between your small group of women.

Your Investment

Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • ✓Six hotel nights in a private room with a private bathroom
  • ✓Daily breakfast
  • ✓All lunches and dinners listed in the itinerary
  • ✓Welcome and farewell dinners
  • ✓Guided Seoul palace experience
  • ✓Hanbok rental and a planned photo session
  • ✓Korean cooking class
  • ✓Guided evening food tour
  • ✓Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Seoul and Busan
  • ✓Guided Busan sightseeing
  • ✓Transportation and admissions for scheduled activities
  • ✓Scheduled arrival and departure transfers between ICN and the Seoul hotel
  • ✓Hosting by Dee throughout the trip
  • ✓Pre-trip group preparation and communication

What's Not Included

  • ✗International airfare
  • ✗Lunch on Day 6
  • ✗Activities and transportation during free time
  • ✗Personal purchases
  • ✗Alcohol and drinks beyond those specified with included meals
  • ✗Travel insurance
  • ✗Passport, visa, or entry-authorization expenses, if applicable
  • ✗Gratuities unless specified in the final booking details
  • ✗Transfers outside the scheduled airport-transfer arrangements

Meals Note

Meals are included from the welcome dinner through breakfast on departure day, except lunch during the free afternoon on Day 6.

Trip Price

$4,298

per person · single occupancy · private room

$400 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot

✦ Payment plans available

PayPal Pay Later accepted

I'm Interested

Limited to 6 women

Good to Know

Physical Level

Moderate

This trip includes walking, public transportation, train-station navigation, and some stairs or uneven surfaces. Guests should be comfortable managing their luggage during hotel changes and train travel.

Weather

Warm & Humid

June can be warm, humid, and rainy. We'll include rest breaks where practical and adjust activities when needed.

Your Space

Private Room

Every guest has a private room throughout the trip. We'll stay three nights in Seoul, two nights in Busan, and return to Seoul for the final night. Hotel details will be shared once arrangements are confirmed.

Travel Planning

Plan to arrive at Incheon International Airport (ICN) on June 24 and depart from ICN on June 30. International travel may require additional days. Please wait for confirmed arrival and departure guidance before purchasing airfare.

Meet Your Host

Dee, Trip Host

Trip Host

Dee

Dee is the founder of Wander The Horizon LLC, a Registered Nurse, a veteran, and a traveler with more than 16 years of solo travel experience.

She creates small-group experiences that give women space to explore, connect, and enjoy traveling together.

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Come for the Food, Culture & Coastal Scenery

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Common question

“I'm coming solo. Will I fit in?”

Yes. Most women come solo. With only 6 spots, this group is intimate and connected — we do a pre-trip call so you arrive already feeling included.

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South Korea is calling.

June 24–30, 2027 · $4,298 per person · Limited to 6 women · Private rooms

Seoul & Busan · Culture, Cuisine & Connection