SOUTH KOREA – WHERE LIFE GIVES YOU MORE THAN JUST TANGERINES
DEPTH, WOMEN’S STORIES, AND TRADITIONAL HARMONY
A journey that reveals not only the landscapes of South Korea but also its soul – through a woman’s perspective, with a slower pace and deeper meaning. On this 13-day women’s tour, we will explore not only the iconic sights of Seoul, Jeju, and Busan, but also immerse ourselves in the feminine side of Korean culture – from the world of the haenyeo women divers to the silence of Buddhist retreats. Our journey includes a visit to the campus of Ewha Womans University, a symbol of women’s education in Asia; a stroll through a royal palace in traditional hanbok attire; and a hands-on kimchi-making workshop. On Jeju Island, we will dedicate a full day to the heritage of the haenyeo women who preserve the tradition of free diving for collecting seafood. We will take part in a volunteer program, discover Korea’s most beautiful tea plantations and artisan workshops, learn the natural secrets of Korean beauty care, and end the trip with a Buddhist temple retreat – where silence and mindfulness take on a new meaning. Our accommodations are carefully selected sustainable stays, hanok-style boutique hotels, and locally run guesthouses – fostering connections not only to places but also to people. The trip combines walking tours, culinary experiences, community encounters, and deep cultural insights – all through the lens of women’s stories, in a country where tradition and modernity live in unique harmony.
DETAILS
Journey
Flights vary depending on the country of origin.
The cost of flights varies depending on the country of origin.
Domestic flights, Seoul–Jeju and Jeju–Busan: max. 200 USD
KTX high-speed train between Busan and Seoul
Participation Fee
Spring trip: 2969 EUR
Fall trip: 3600 EUR
Deposit: 40% – upon booking.
Second installment: 60% – 60 days before departure.
The participation fee does not include the price of the flight ticket, but we can assist with the booking.
Maximum 20 participants.
The participation fee also includes a 50 EUR donation, of which half will go to a local South Korean women’s organization and the other half to a Hungarian women’s advocacy organization.
Accommodation
Twin or triple accommodation with breakfast included
Seoul: South Korea’s first sustainable boutique hotel
Jeju: Korean-style guesthouse
Busan: Traditional accommodation or Korean-style lodging
Seoul: Hanok traditional accommodation
Dates
First departure: May 28 – June 9, 2026
(13 days / 12 nights)
Available spots for the trip: 18
Second departure: October 6-18, 2026
(13 days / 12 nights)
Available spots for the trip: 18
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Day 1 - Journey
- Travel to Korea from your country of origin.
Day 2 – Gangnam, Insadong Art District, and Traditional Dinner
- Arrival at Incheon International Airport
- Transfer to the accommodation in Seoul’s Gangnam district
- Early evening walk in Seoul’s Insadong Art District
- Traditional Korean dinner
Day 3 – Cradle of Women’s Knowledge, Palace Visit in Hanbok, Kimchi Making
- Our day begins at the cradle of Korean women’s knowledge – the campus of Ewha Womans University. As one of the largest women’s universities in the world, it offers an inspiring environment that is both modern and steeped in history.
- From here, we step through the gates of the past as we explore Gyeongbokgung Palace dressed in traditional hanbok, quite literally stepping into history. We will also visit the Palace Museum.
- In the afternoon, we’ll become masters of Korean flavors ourselves during a kimchi-making workshop – and not just anywhere, but at the Kimchi Museum itself.
Day 4 – Magical Jeju Island and Discovery of the Korean Sauna World
- We depart for Jeju Island on a morning flight.
- Upon arrival, transfer to the accommodation to drop off our luggage.
- In the afternoon, we explore the Korean sauna world, which is not only a truly refreshing and relaxing experience but also a social event for Koreans.
Day 5 – With the Haenyeo, the Free-Diver Women
- We dedicate our entire day to the heritage of the haenyeo. If you’d like to explore this fascinating slice of Korean culture before the trip, we recommend watching the Netflix series When the Camellia Blooms.
- At the Haenyeo Museum, we will learn about the history of these brave, bottle-free diving women – a tradition recognized as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. Afterwards, as part of a volunteer program, we will help clean the shoreline ourselves.
- The day concludes with the Haenyeo Kitchen culinary experience – savoring the true flavors of the sea.
Day 6 – Excursion to Hallasan, the Highest Mountain in Korea
- From the depths to the heights – today we head to Hallasan, Korea’s highest volcanic mountain.
- In the evening, we check in to our accommodation on the southern coast of the island.
Day 7 – Dongbok Fishing Village and Camellia Arboretum
- We will visit Dongbok Fishing Village, where we will also take part in a handicraft workshop.
- Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a refreshing walk in the nearby Camellia Arboretum.
Day 8 – Discovering the World of Korean Tea and Natural Beauty Care
On our last day on Jeju, we explore Korean tea culture at the Osulloc Tea Museum workshop. Then we visit the Innisfree Experience Center, a flagship for natural Korean beauty products.
In the afternoon, we fly onward to Busan.
Day 9 – Visit to Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and Gamcheon Culture Village
- Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, welcomes us with a visit to one of the world’s most iconic Buddhist temples – Haedong Yonggungsa. Unlike most sacred sites of its kind, this remarkable temple was built not in the mountains but along the coastline.
- In the afternoon, the colorful alleyways, murals, galleries, and refugee stories of Gamcheon Culture Village reveal another side of Korea – creativity born from vulnerability.
Day 10 – Seoul, KTX High-Speed Train, and Korean Cooking Workshop
- In the morning, we return to Seoul by KTX high-speed train.
- We will prepare our own lunch during a Korean cooking workshop – so we can take the flavors of Korea home with us as a lasting memory.
Day 11 – Full Day at a Special Buddhist Retreat
- We conclude our journey with a Buddhist temple retreat, where time slows down, thoughts clear, and we step into the deepest layers of Korean culture through meditation practice – into the silence.
Day 12 – Free Day in Seoul
Full day at leisure in Seoul for individual exploration – with recommendations and tips provided, of course.
Day 13 – Departure for the return journey, depending on your home country.
- Travel from Incheon International Airport back to your home country.
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Price includes
- Accommodation for 11 nights in twin or triple rooms, with breakfast included.
- Private airport transfer upon arrival and departure.
- Local transportation
- KTX high-speed train from Busan to Seoul (standard seat)
- Bus transfers as per the program, plus a T-money card for public transportation, preloaded with 20,000 won.
- Participation of a Hungarian-speaking and local guide throughout the trip.
- All tours, activities, and entrance fees included in the program (e.g., kimchi workshop, Haenyeo encounter, tea workshop, temple program).
- Meals as per the program
- Breakfast daily, except at the Jeju accommodation.
- One traditional Korean dinner on the first day
- Haenyeo dinner, kimchi workshop, and K-food cooking class (bibimbap or kimbap).
- Lunch is also included on the day of the Buddhist temple program.
The price does not include
- Accident and travel insurance
- Flight ticket between your home country and Seoul
- Domestic flight tickets between Seoul–Jeju and Jeju–Busan (maximum 200 USD)
- Meals not listed in the program
- Tips: 50 USD per person will be collected by the guide upon arrival
- Personal purchases
- Single room supplement
Cancellation Policy
90 days: before the start of the trip: 50% of the paid amount will be refunded.
60 days: before: 30% of the paid amount will be refunded.
30 days: the paid amount is non-refundable, but the trip can be transferred to another person.
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