Day 1: Arrive in Seoul
1h 35m transit
1
Incheon International Airport
Follow official AREX signs and keep the arrival plan light.
1h 00m transit
2
Seoul Station
Use the airport railroad and confirm whether the chosen service is express or all-stop.
20m transit
3
Cheonggyecheon evening walk
Walk one short section rather than trying to cover the whole stream after a flight.
15m transit
Seoul base
Three-night base near a useful subway interchange.
3 nights₩690,000
Day 2: Royal Seoul
20m transit
1
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Arrive near opening, confirm the current closure day, and allow time for the grounds.
₩6,000
22m walk
2
Bukchon Hanok Village
Follow visitor-hour signs, keep voices low, and remember this is a residential neighborhood.
18m walk
3
Insadong
Use the main street and side lanes for lunch, tea, and crafts.
15m transit
4
Gwangjang Market
Go with a few dishes in mind and carry a payment backup.
₩50,000
Day 3: Markets & the Han River
1h 43m transit
20m transit
1
Namdaemun Market
Start earlier for active food lanes and easier navigation.
15m transit
2
Namsan cable car area
Choose the cable car, bus, or a signed walk based on weather and queues.
25m transit
3
National Museum of Korea
Use the museum as a focused indoor afternoon rather than crossing the city repeatedly.
20m transit
4
Banpo Hangang Park
Finish by the river only if weather and seasonal programming make it worthwhile.
Day 4: Seoul → Gyeongju
3h 50m transit
25m transit
1
Seoul Station
Arrive with time to find the correct KTX platform.
2h 10m transit
2
Gyeongju Station
Reserve the KTX leg and note that the high-speed station is outside the historic center.
40m transit
3
Bulguksa Temple
Use a taxi or timed bus from the station and respect active worship areas.
35m transit
Gyeongju base
Two-night base near the central heritage zone.
2 nights₩340,000
Day 5: Silla heritage
15m transit
1
Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex
Begin early and keep the day centered on the walkable Silla heritage zone.
18m walk
2
Cheomseongdae Observatory
Continue through the park rather than taking another vehicle.
15m walk
3
Gyochon Village & Woljeonggyo Bridge
Use the village for lunch and remain for the bridge as light softens.
24m walk
4
Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
Time the final visit for evening illumination after checking current hours.
Day 6: Gyeongju → Busan
1h 55m transit
30m transit
1
Gyeongju Station
Leave the historic center with a station buffer.
40m transit
2
Busan Station
Use the booked rail service and keep luggage accessible for a short journey.
20m transit
3
Jagalchi Market
Use the market and BIFF Square as a flexible arrival outing.
25m transit
Busan base
Three-night base near a subway interchange that serves both coasts.
3 nights₩600,000
Day 7: East Busan coast
2h 39m transit
1h 00m transit
1
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Leave early and expect stairs; use official transit or a metered taxi for the final approach.
35m transit
2
Haeundae Beach
Return toward the city for lunch and a shoreline walk.
25m transit
3
Cheongsapo
Use the local coastal connection and verify any timed scenic-train ticket.
35m transit
4
Gwangalli Beach
Finish with the bridge view after sunset, then return by subway.
Day 8: Gamcheon & central Busan
1h 57m transit
45m transit
1
Gamcheon Culture Village
Arrive early, follow the marked visitor paths, and respect residential lanes.
20m transit
2
Songdo Bay
Use the waterfront or cable car only if visibility is good.
20m transit
3
BIFF Square & Nampo-dong
Return to the central food and shopping district for the final evening.
Day 9: Depart Busan
1h 00m transit
1h 00m transit
1
Gimhae International Airport
Use the light rail and subway or an official taxi, preserving extra time for transfers.