South Korea

Immerse yourself in Korea’s beauty culture at Hongdae Beauty Shop, a one-stop venue for hair styling, skincare and other beauty needs. Get pampered by a makeup artist at Skinanniversary, and for maximized primping, upgrade your session to get eyelash extensions and have your hair done by a ...

Enjoy traditional court cuisine in the charming atmosphere of Korea House and delight in a cultural performance of song, dance and drums on stage. You’ll feel like royalty as superior chefs present a buffet dinner of Korean dishes of the Joseon Dynasty. Then watch eight performances combined in a ...

Escape Korea's bustling capital for the stunning mountain landscape of Seoraksan National Park. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve contains 30 imposing granite peaks that rise above deep valleys and crystal-clear streams. Travel like a local, using public transportation from Seoul via coach and taxi to ...

See kitchen knives, cutting boards and cooking utensils transformed into remarkable musical instruments at Nanta (also known as Cookin'). These tools help create the sound of 'samulnori,' or traditional Korean percussion quartet melodies, as four flustered cooks attempt to prepare an entire wedding ...

Be entertained by MISO, a 1.5-hour Korean performance at the Jeongdong Theater in Seoul. To the delight of domestic and foreign audiences, this music-and-dance spectacle uses traditional Korean movements, percussion and theatrical devices to tell a love story based on a satirical novel written ...

Take a break from the city on this half-day tour that combines a hike on Mt Bukhan with a rejuvenating Korean spa experience. Your guide will select a 2- or 3-hour route, depending on the group's skill level, taking you past granite peaks and crystal-clear streams on Seoul's highest mountain. At the ...

At Lotte World Theme Park, located in downtown Seoul, there are plenty of attractions to entertain the entire family. Experience thrilling rides and a cultural extravaganza, or exchange the excitement for tranquil natural surroundings at the lake with friends or that special someone. Select a half ...

Learn the art of wearing 'hanbok,' traditional Korean attire, and discover how to make kimchi during this cultural experience in Seoul. you'll practice Korean customs as you learn greeting etiquette and play folk games, and enjoy the chance to sink your teeth — and hands — into the country's ...

Spend a morning in Seoul at an authentic 'jjimjilbang,' a traditional Korean spa. Join locals at one of the city's indoor, communal bathhouses, soaking your muscles in a hot pool and relaxing at the sauna. An expert practitioner completes your experience with a full-body scrub, oil massage, cucumber ...

Spend your morning at two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Seoul with a local guide. This 3.5-hour coach tour reveals the highlights of Changdeokgung Palace, a royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty that features stunning pavilions. View the royal family residence and then learn about the significance of ...