South Korea group tours for solo travelers

AVG TEMPERATURE 32°C
LANGUAGE Korean
CURRENCY South Korean won (₩)
TIMEZONE GMT+9

Trips to South Korea

Why travel solo to South Korea?

Weather icon What's the weather like in South Korea?

South Korea has four distinct seasons, with hot, humid summers (Jun-Aug) and freezing cold, snowy winters (Dec-Mar). Average summer temperatures range from 70ºF to 90ºF (21ºC to 32ºC), while winter temperatures range between 20ºF and 45ºF (-6ºC and 7ºC).

Star icon Top three activities

1. Take a masterclass in Taekwondo
2. Stay overnight in a Buddhist temple
3. Learn to cook a Korean feast

Wine icon Top five dishes to try

1. Kimchi – a side dish of fermented cabbage, served with everything
2. Japchae – marinated beef and mixed mushrooms on a nest of sweet potato noodles
3. Bibimbap – a colorful bowl of crunchy fried rice, veggies & beef topped with a fried egg
4. Jjamppong – spicy seafood noodle soup
5. Korean fried chicken – street food-style chicken with crispy batter and a fiery sauce

Card image

Top places to visit in South Korea

Seoul

Home to half the country’s population, the hi-tech capital retains a traditional character. Ancient palaces sit beneath towering skyscrapers, Buddhist temples are dwarfed by gleaming shopping malls and sprawling street markets are served by the cutting-edge subway.

Busan

On the southern tip of the Korean peninsula, this laidback port city is famed for its gorgeous beaches, seafood market and international film festival. Don’t miss the neighborhood of Gamcheon with its tumble of brightly painted houses against a backdrop of forested mountains.

Gyeongju

Chock full of tombs, palaces, rock carvings and pagodas, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom is a treasure trove of cultural sites, a ‘museum without walls’. Dine like a king over a traditional 12-course meal and stay in an authentic hanok for a truly local experience.

Jeju

A subtropical island with a pristine volcanic landscape, Jeju is South Korea’s answer to Hawaii. Climb to the rims of ancient craters to watch the sunrise, explore lava caves and rocky coastlines, and switch off from modern life in the peaceful healing forests.

Subscribe to our newsletter

SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER

Hear about our new adventures before anyone else

Hear about our new adventures before anyone else.

Be the first to hear about exclusive Flash Pack offers.

Access exciting competitions.

Receive weekly inspiration and travel stories from solos just like you.