6-Day Explore Korea — Seoul, Nami Island & Seoraksan
📍 Seoul – Nami Island – Seoraksan · Activity provider: Akasa Journey
- Departs from
- Medan (KNO)
- Airline
- Full service, via Kuala Lumpur
- Hotels
- Local 3-star
- Duration
- 6 days
- Tour leader
- Indonesian-speaking
- Meals
- Halal / Muslim-friendly
Photos: Frank Schulenburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), Shinae Hyun (CC BY-SA 4.0), Christophe95 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Eugene Lim (CC BY 2.0), Republic of Korea (CC BY-SA 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons
Six days in South Korea from Medan: stroll Nami Island, ride the cable car on Mount Seorak, wear a hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace, and shop in Myeongdong and Hongdae.
About this activity
- ⏱Duration6 days
- 🗣Live tour guideIndonesian
- 🚐Pickup includedGroup departure from Kualanamu Airport, Medan
- 👥Group sizeGroup tour, minimum 15 travelers
Highlights
- •Walk the famous tree-lined paths of Nami Island
- •Ride the Seoraksan cable car up to Gwongeumseong Fortress
- •Wear a traditional hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace
- •See Seoul from N Seoul Tower
- •Shop in Myeongdong, Dongdaemun, Hongdae, and duty free
Full description
A great first trip to Korea: depart as a group from Medan with an Indonesian-speaking tour leader, stay in 3-star hotels, and enjoy halal meals.
The trip mixes nature (Nami Island and Mount Seorak), culture (palaces, temples, and hanbok), and modern Seoul with its favorite shopping streets.
Departure dates & prices
| Departure date | Price | Seats left |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 12 Nov 2026 | $1,094 | 15 |
| Thu, 3 Dec 2026 | $1,094 | 20 |
Costs not included in the price
- Korea visa processing (per person)$41
- Tips for tour leader, guide & driver (per person)$50
Includes
- ✓Return flights Medan – Korea (via Kuala Lumpur) with airline baggage allowance
- ✓Local 3-star hotels (twin sharing)
- ✓Meals as per itinerary (halal / Muslim-friendly)
- ✓Tour coach transport in Korea
- ✓Entrance tickets as per itinerary
- ✓Indonesian-speaking tour leader and local guide
- ✓Travel insurance
- ✓Daily bottled water
Not included
- ✕Korea visa fee
- ✕Tips for tour leader, guide, and driver
- ✕Single room supplement
- ✕Excess baggage
- ✕Personal expenses and optional tours
- ✕Customs duties on purchases
Itinerary
Day 1 · Medan – Kuala Lumpur – Incheon
Meet at Kualanamu Airport and fly to Incheon via Kuala Lumpur (overnight flight).
🍽 Meals: In-flight meals
Day 2 · Seoul – Nami Island
Arrive in Incheon. Stop at the Gangnam Style statue and the Starfield Library at COEX, then cross to Nami Island and walk the Soyanggang Sky Walk.
🍽 Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Day 3 · Seoraksan – Seoul
Ride the Seoraksan cable car to Gwongeumseong Fortress, visit Sinheungsa Temple and its bronze Buddha, then return to Seoul for N Seoul Tower and night shopping in Dongdaemun.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 4 · Palace & Seoul shopping
Visit a ginseng center and cosmetics shop, wear a hanbok at Gyeongbokgung Palace, shop at the duty free, and explore Myeongdong.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Day 5 · Seoul – Kuala Lumpur
Kimchi-making class, Hongdae, souvenir shopping, then transfer to the airport for the flight home.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
Day 6 · Kuala Lumpur – Medan
Transit in Kuala Lumpur and arrive back in Medan.
🍽 Meals: In-flight meals
Places you'll visit
1.Starfield Library (COEX)
A giant library with 13-meter bookshelves inside the COEX mall.
📷 Sean Young (CC BY 4.0)
2.Nami Island
A small island with tree-lined paths, made famous by the K-drama Winter Sonata.
📷 Shinae Hyun (CC BY-SA 4.0)
3.Seoraksan National Park
Beautiful granite peaks, at their best in autumn.
📷 Christophe95 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
4.Gwongeumseong Fortress
A rocky summit reached by cable car, with views over the Seorak range.
📷 Lcarrion88 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
5.Sinheungsa Temple
An ancient temple at the foot of Seoraksan with a giant bronze Buddha.
📷 Steve46814 (CC BY-SA 3.0)
6.N Seoul Tower
Seoul's iconic tower on Namsan Hill with views over the whole city.
📷 Eugene Lim (CC BY 2.0)
7.Dongdaemun
Night shopping district around the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
📷 lumoplank (CC0)
8.Gyeongbokgung Palace
The main palace of the Joseon dynasty — even better in a hanbok.
📷 Frank Schulenburg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
9.Myeongdong
Seoul's paradise for cosmetics and street food.
📷 Sgroey (CC BY-SA 4.0)
10.Hongdae
Youthful neighborhood of cafés, street music, and quirky shops.
📷 lumoplank (CC0)
Important information
What to bring
- •Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
- •Warm jacket — autumn temperatures are around 5–17°C
- •Comfortable walking shoes
- •Type C/F plug adapter (two round pins)
- •Personal medication
Know before you go
- •Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 15 travelers.
- •Travelers aged 60+ should be accompanied by a family member.
- •The order of visits and hotels may change due to weather or local conditions, with equivalent quality.
- •Visits to the ginseng center, cosmetics shop, and duty free are part of the tour program.
Frequently asked questions
Are the meals halal?+
Yes, we arrange halal or Muslim-friendly meals throughout the trip.
Is the visa included?+
No. The Korea visa fee is paid separately, and we help with the application through Visacepat.
When is the best time to visit Korea?+
Autumn (October–November) and spring (April) are favorites thanks to the cool weather and beautiful scenery.
Can I have a room to myself?+
Yes, with a single room supplement. Ask us on WhatsApp.