Arrive in Seoul and transfer to your accommodation. Meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers and enjoy a Welcome Dinner this evening. Stay Three Nights: Seoul, Courtyard Seoul Namdaemun (D)

Insider Experience: Join your Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner at a traditional Korean-style BBQ house.

Fill up at breakfast this morning – you're in for a full day of sightseeing. The excitement begins with a tour of Gyeongbok Palace, the largest palace in South Korea. Built in 1392 at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty, it was the main royal palace for five centuries. After several Insider Experiences, your final stop for today is Insadong Antique Alley, where quirky amulets and jewellery among other wares are scattered across stalls. Poke around the many stalls, maybe picking up a souvenir or two. (B/L)

Insider Experience: At Gyeongbok Palace, witness the changing of the guard ceremony. Learn how to make South Korea's favourite dish, bibimbap, during a cooking class and demonstration. Visit Bukchon Hanok, a traditional hanok village, before visiting Jogyesa Temple for the chance to share tea with a monk.

Today is dedicated to the relationship between North and South Korea. You'll visit the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) to gain an understanding of the bordering countries. See Imjingak Park, the Bridge of Freedom and the Third Infiltration Tunnel, where it's believed that some 30,000 soldiers could pass through within an hour. You'll also spend time at the DMZ Theatre and Exhibition Hall, and the station, along with Dora Observatory, which offers binocular views into North Korea. (B/L)

After breakfast at your hotel, travel to Busan. Upon arrival in South Korea's second-largest city, you'll be taken on a city sightseeing tour of some of Busan's most well-known sites. Begin at Busan Tower, which offers a great vantage point to the city's bustling port. Visit Jagalchi Fishery Market, the largest seafood market in South Korea. Here, locals select seafood that is straight from the ocean and take their purchase to the market's chefs to be prepared just how they like it, for a fresher-than-fresh seafood lunch. Finish your explorations in Gamcheon Village, a mishmash of pastel-coloured houses, street art and art galleries. Stay: Busan, Avani Central Busan (B)

Insider Experience: Board one of South Korea's famous KTX Express Trains to Busan. Watch the beautiful countryside whip past your window, and jet right past busy cities as your train reaches speeds of over 300 kilometres per hour.

There's more of Busan to be explored this morning. At Taejongdae observatory, admire sweeping views of the natural wonders of Taejongdae Resort Park. Continue to the United Nations Memorial cemetery – the only one of its kind.

Afterwards, voyage to the seaside for a visit to Haedong Yonggung temple before journeying to Gyeongju. Stay Two Nights: Gyeongju, Lahan Select Gyeongju (B/D)

Set your sights on the World Heritage Bulguksa Temple resting on the slopes of Mt Toham. Built in 774 AD, the temple is considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art. Nearby, explore Seokguram Grotto and see the giant Sakyamuni Buddha, which is buried in the grotto's inner chambers. Afterwards, take a stroll across the green grounds of Tumuli Park, where over 200 royal tombs can be found and Family Choi's House, the oldest house in the area which was built in 1630, also visit the Cheomseongdae observatory. After time for dinner, this evening experience a special Insider Experience. (B/L)

Insider Experience: Join a moonlight walking tour of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, once part of the palace complex of ancient Silla.

Make the journey to Haeinsa Temple, a World Heritage site, located within Gayasan National Park. As one of the three principal Buddhist temples in South Korea, discover Buddhist scriptures, which have been carved into more than 80,000 wooden blocks. Afterwards, head to Dongdaegu train station to board a KTX Express Train to Seoul. Tonight, celebrate your holiday with your fellow travellers and Tour Director with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Stay: Seoul, Courtyard Seoul Namdaemun (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Travel by KTX Express Train to Seoul.

Breakfast is served at your hotel this morning before a transfer takes you to the Incheon International Airport where your South Korea adventure comes to an end. (B)

Arrive in Seoul and transfer to your accommodation. The capital of South Korea, Seoul blends modernity with tradition, offering historic palaces, K-pop culture, delicious street food and vibrant nightlife. Meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers and enjoy an Insider Experience this evening. Stay Three Nights: Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun or similar (D)

Insider Experience: Join your Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner at a traditional Korean-style BBQ house.

Today is dedicated to the relationship between North and South Korea. You'll visit the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) to gain an understanding of the bordering countries. See Imjingak Park, the Bridge of Freedom and the Third Infiltration Tunnel, where it's believed that some 30,000 soldiers could pass through within an hour. You'll also spend time at the DMZ Theatre and Exhibition Hall, and the station, along with Dora Observatory, which offers binocular views into North Korea. (B)

Fill up at breakfast this morning – you're in for a full day of sightseeing. After your first Insider Experience, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant to taste Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) considered to be a healthy dish with medicinal benefits too! Afterwards, embark on your second incredible Insider Experience for the day, followed by a visit to the National Museum of Contemporary Korean History. Gain an insight into how Korea propelled itself from being an agricultural society to the modern economic powerhouse that it is today.

Last stop of your journey is Bukchon Hanok Village, a charming neighbourhood consisting of traditional hanok houses, showcasing Korea's architectural heritage. Explore the narrow alleyways, experience the peaceful atmosphere, and admire the beautifully preserved structures. (B/L)

Insider Experience: Visit Jogyesa Temple for the chance to share tea with a monk and experience the unique culture of Korean Buddhism. Explore the fascinating temple compound and marvel at ancient well-preserved Buddhist treasures. Embark on a tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest palace in South Korea. Built in 1392 at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty, it was the main royal palace for five centuries. Witness the changing of the guard ceremony, a tradition that has been performed for centuries in Korea and is a symbol of the nation's rich culture and history.

After breakfast at your hotel, embark on your Insider Experience. Upon arrival in South Korea's second-largest city, you'll be taken on a city sightseeing tour of some of Busan's most well-known sites. Begin at Busan Tower, which offers a great vantage point to the city's bustling port.

Visit Jagalchi Fishery Market, the largest seafood market in South Korea. Here, locals select seafood that is straight from the ocean and take their purchase to the market's chefs to be prepared just how they like it, for a fresher-than-fresh seafood lunch. Explore the quirky Gamcheon Village, a mishmash of pastel-coloured houses, street art and art galleries.

Your final stop of the day is the United Nations Memorial Cemetery, a significant and poignant site commemorating the Korean War. Transfer to the hotel to check in then this evening, head out to the neighbourhood market for a fresh seafood dinner, the speciality of Busan. Stay: Busan, Shilla Stay Haeundae (B/D)

Insider Experience: Board one of South Korea's famous KTX Express Trains to Busan, a vibrant coastal city in South Korea offering beautiful beaches, lively markets and fresh seafood. Watch the beautiful countryside whip past your window, and jet right past busy cities as your train reaches speeds of over 300 kilometres per hour.

Today, visit Dongbaekseom Island (island of Camellias) located at the right end of famous Haeundae Beach. Soak in the views of the beautiful coastline on a scenic coastal trail around the island's nature forest. Head to Mipo station (Blue Line Park) near Haeundae beach to board the Busan Sky Capsule, a unique observation deck offering panoramic views. Afterwards, enjoy your Insider Experience for lunch.

Continue to Haedong Yonggungsa Seaside Temple, located on the seaside and offers a stunning view of the ocean, then journey to Gyeongju, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, visit Daereungwon tomb complex (Tumuli Park). You'll have a chance to see Cheomseongdae observatory and Family Choi's House, the oldest house in the area built in the 1600s. Stay Two Nights: Lahan Select Gyeongju (B/L)

Insider Experience: Learn how to make Korea's favourite dish, bibimbap. Enjoy a hands-on experience in making this traditional Korean dish and learn about the history, ingredients and preparation techniques making it a fun and educational experience for foodies.

This morning, after breakfast, your exploration of Gyeongju continues with a visit to the religious architectural complex of Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple, both World Heritage-listed. Both sites highlight the mastery of the architects and artists of the Silla Kingdom era. Marvel at the vast collections of artifacts at the Gyeongju National Museum including relics and royal treasures and enjoy a comprehensive insight into the art, culture, and history of the Silla dynasty.

Travel to Yangdong Folk Village, a traditional yangban (Korean Aristocracy) village from the Joseon dynasty. Explore the charming neighbourhood consisting of traditional hanok houses against a backdrop of beautiful natural scenery. Head back to Gyeongju and embark on the leisurely evening walk to the Woljeong Bridge, and the historical “gateway” connecting the royal palaces of Silla to the south, on the Namcheon stream. End the walk at the Wolji pond, an artificial pond located in Gyeongju National Park. (B/L)

Make the journey to Haeinsa Temple, a World Heritage site, located within Gayasan National Park. As one of the three principal Buddhist temples in South Korea, discover Buddhist scriptures, which have been carved into more than 80,000 wooden blocks. Afterwards, head to Daegu train station for your Insider Experience. Tonight, celebrate your holiday with your fellow travellers and Tour Director with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. Stay: Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun or similar (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Travel by KTX Express Train to Seoul.

Breakfast is served at your hotel this morning before a transfer takes you to the Incheon International Airport where your South Korea adventure comes to an end. (B)