Visit KoreaMindful South Korea
12-Day Wellness & Beauty Discovery
Embark on a transformative 12-day journey through South Korea's world-renowned wellness and beauty culture. This carefully curated itinerary blends ancient traditions with modern K-beauty innovations, offering immersive experiences from Seoul's cutting-edge beauty treatments to Jeju's healing herb gardens. Disconnect from the digital world at Healience Seonmaeul, find inner peace through temple meditation at Bulguksa, and discover the secrets of Korean skincare with personalized consultations. From traditional bathhouses to red ginseng spa treatments, kimchi-making to aromatherapy sessions, this tour is designed for those seeking rest, rejuvenation, and authentic Korean self-care practices.
12
Days
Max 6
Group Size
easy
Difficulty
- Traditional Korean bathhouse (jjimjilbang) experience
- Personal colour analysis and K-beauty consultation
- Red ginseng spa treatment at SPA 1899
- Temple stay experience at Bulguksa Temple with meditation
- Hands-on kimchi making class
- Healience Seonmaeul digital detox wellness retreat
- Aromatherapy and warm stone therapy in Jeju
- Herbal medicine workshop at K-Medi Center
- 11 nights accommodation (hotels, temple stay, and wellness resort)
- Daily breakfast and meals as specified in itinerary
- Domestic flights (Seoul-Jeju, Jeju-Seoul)
- KTX high-speed train (Seoul-Gyeongju)
- All wellness treatments and spa sessions
- Expert English-speaking wellness guide
- All entrance fees and activities as listed
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in itinerary
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities and upgrades
Arrive Seoul & Jjimjilbang Experience
Upon arrival at Incheon International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to Seoul. After settling into your hotel, experience a traditional Korean bathhouse (jjimjilbang) featuring therapeutic hot and cold baths, saunas, and mineral rooms. Your guide will introduce essential bathhouse etiquette before you unwind in this uniquely Korean wellness ritual.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel • Seoul
Seoul Sightseeing & Singing Bowl Workshop
Begin with a singing bowl workshop, experiencing resonant melodies in a meditative setting. Explore Insadong's traditional teahouses and craft stores, then visit Gwanghwamun Plaza. Tour the grand Gyeongbokgung Palace and witness the changing of the guard ceremony. Stroll through Bukchon Hanok Village, a beautifully preserved enclave of traditional Korean houses.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel • Seoul
Seoul Beauty & Fashion Tour
Start with a Personal Colour Analysis at Ocollor to discover the shades that best complement your skin tone. Visit Lee Moon Won Clinic for a scalp treatment rooted in traditional Korean medicine. Find tranquility at Bongeunsa Temple in the heart of Seoul. End with VIP shopping in Gangnam or Cheongdam-dong, browsing luxury boutiques with exclusive personalized services.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel • Seoul
Seoul Wellness & Red Ginseng Spa
Visit Seoul's K-Medi Center and Oriental Medicine Museum to explore ancient remedies. Experience soothing eye masks and massage mats at Bojewon Oriental Medicine Experience. Learn to incorporate herbal remedies into cooking at Yakseon Food Experience Center. Unwind with a 60-minute red ginseng spa treatment at SPA 1899 Donginbi, known for anti-aging benefits. End at Tea Therapy Haengrang for tea healing in a tranquil setting.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel • Seoul
Seoul to Gyeongju & Temple Stay
Take a 2.5-hour high-speed train to Gyeongju. Head to Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for your temple stay experience. Participate in an orientation, guided temple tour, sound meditation, and Buddhist rituals. Craft prayer beads and circle the pagodas after a simple vegan dinner.
Bulguksa Temple
Temple Stay • Gyeongju
Bulguksa Temple to Busan
Start with a 5am hike followed by Buddhist service with seated and walking meditation guided by a monk. After temple breakfast, visit Seokguram Grotto, an iconic stone temple. Explore Gyeongju National Museum with Silla dynasty relics, stroll through Daereungwon tomb complex, and if time permits, walk along Woljeong Bridge. Transfer to Busan for the coastal beauty.
Felix by STX
Hotel • Busan
Kimchi Making & Busan City Tour
Begin with hands-on Korean radish kimchi (Kkakdugi) making class led by expert instructors. Learn about kimchi's probiotic benefits for gut health. Visit BIFF Square to spot handprints of film directors and celebrities. Explore Jagalchi Market, Korea's largest seafood market, and the colorful Gamcheon Cultural Village. End with a scenic cable car ride over Songdo Beach with stunning coastal views.
Felix by STX
Hotel • Busan
Busan to Jeju Island
Fly to Jeju Island, famed for volcanic landscapes and natural beauty. Visit the Jeju Haenyeo Museum to learn about legendary female divers and witness a live demonstration (weather permitting). Hike up Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak) for stunning coastal views. Relax at Roble Coco Aroma & Beauty Shop with a Healing Package Therapy combining full-body aromatherapy, warm stone therapy, and personalized skincare.
Ocean Suites Jeju
Hotel • Jeju
Jeju Herb Garden & Southern Coast
Visit Jeju Herb Dongsan, a serene herb garden and wellness park with aromatic plants, flower gardens, and peaceful trails. Relax with a herbal foot bath and aromatherapy. Continue to Jeongbang Falls, one of Asia's rare waterfalls flowing directly into the sea. Conclude at Jusangjeolli Cliffs, famous for striking hexagonal basalt columns formed by volcanic activity.
Ocean Suites Jeju
Hotel • Jeju
Jeju to Healience Seonmaeul Wellness Resort
Fly back to Seoul, then drive 1 hour 20 minutes to Healience Seonmaeul Healing Resort. This peaceful wellness retreat offers an escape from the modern world with no Wi-Fi or TVs. Surrounded by nature, enjoy holistic programs focused on mindfulness, detoxification, yoga, meditation, and farm-to-table dining. Indulge in soothing spa treatments in serene atmosphere.
Healience Seonmaeul
Wellness Resort • Hongcheon
Healience Seonmaeul to Seoul
Start with a peaceful morning taking in the serene surroundings. After checkout, transfer back to Seoul where you'll have free time to explore. Indulge in last-minute shopping at Myeongdong or Insadong, or revisit a favorite café or landmark. This is the perfect opportunity to make the most of your remaining time before departure.
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun
Hotel • Seoul
Depart Seoul
Enjoy a relaxed morning before checking out. Your driver will transfer you to Incheon International Airport for your departure flight. Throughout this journey, you've experienced a balance of relaxation and wellness - from traditional spa treatments to serene temple environments. Safe travels!
From
$7,790
per person
Free cancellation up to 30 days
English-speaking guide included
Small group guarantee