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Tours to South Korea

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Join us for an unforgettable journey through South Korea, a land where ancient traditions meet modern wonders.

This escorted, small-group tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture of a country that is both cutting-edge and deeply rooted in its past. Whether you’re wandering through bustling city streets, serene mountain parks, or historic UNESCO World Heritage sites, South Korea is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Explore the Highlights of South Korea

Whether you're passionate about history, intrigued by futuristic cities, or looking to connect with nature, South Korea has something for everyone. Imagine stepping inside grand palaces, tasting traditional dishes you’ve crafted yourself, or gazing over the Demilitarized Zone into a world few will ever see.

Perhaps you’d like to explore historic temples, wander through colourful villages, or hike through a UNESCO-protected national park? Or, maybe you just want to take in as much as possible without having to plan every stage yourself?

The must-see sites of South Korea include:

  • Gyeongbok Palace
  • The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
  • Seoraksan National Park
  • Gamcheon Cultural Village 

Why Riviera Travel is the perfect choice

At Riviera Travel, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality travel experiences, and our South Korea tour is no exception. You’ll enjoy the convenience of fully escorted travel, with all accommodation and transport arranged, and expert guides on hand to share their deep knowledge of each destination. Our small group sizes mean more personal attention, ensuring you never miss a moment of discovery. 

When designing the tour, I wanted it to really showcase the best of what South Korea has to offer so it is a really varied trip. All of the included activities are unique from cultural and historical sites to natural beauty and epic food experiences.

Linda, Senior Product Manager

What people think of Riviera Travel Tours

At Riviera Travel, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences. But don’t just take our word for it—hear from our satisfied travellers! From the seamless organisation to the expert guidance of our tour managers, our guests consistently rate us highly for providing unique, immersive journeys that exceed expectations. 

This was a fantastic tour from beginning to end. It covered everything we wanted to see in Japan. All the main places of interest were covered and all the guides were very knowledgeable and their passion for Japan was conveyed in their enthusiasm.

Guest on our Best of Japan tour

The trip was absolutely fantastic. Everything was sorted for us with a brilliant tour manager and excellent tour guide. The tour is varied and enables you to see lots. I found it to be good value for money and would absolutely recommend it to others.

Guest on our India Tour

We have always wanted to travel to Vietnam and Cambodia and this tour was just what we wanted. As I have said before the local tour guides were superb, telling us about their families personal experiences in both countries.

Guest, Alison, on our Vietnam and Cambodia tour

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