Discover Seoul is Access Lite's 5-day Seoul group tour from the Philippines, departing April 13 to 17, 2027. The trip pairs the city's palaces, markets, and neighborhoods with a day out to Nami Island, plus hands-on moments like wearing hanbok and rolling your own gimbap. An Access Expert travels with the group from Manila and back, with an English-speaking local guide on the ground. Rates start at USD 838 per adult, and round-trip international airfare with checked baggage is included.
Discover Seoul and South Korea
Seoul moves fast, and that's most of the fun. A 600-year-old palace sits a short walk from glass towers, and a quiet hanok alley can open onto a street full of cafés and skincare shops. You can spend a morning learning how kings lived and an evening watching Hongdae come alive.
Mid-April is a good time to see it. The winter cold has lifted, the trees along the Han River and Namsan are green again, and days are mild enough to spend mostly outdoors. Seoul's cherry blossoms usually peak in early to mid-April, so if the season runs late, you may still catch the last of them, especially on the slopes of Namsan.
For many Filipino travelers, Korea is a first trip abroad or a return to somewhere they already love. This South Korea group tour is built for both. Flights, hotels, transfers, and entrance fees are arranged, so every day of this Seoul itinerary goes to seeing the city instead of planning it.
Your South Korea Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Manila to Incheon, Dumulmeori, and Nami Island
Fly from Manila to Incheon, where your local guide meets the group. Head east out of the city to Dumulmeori, where two rivers meet under old zelkova trees, and the water sits still in the morning. Continue to Nami Island for an easy walk along its tree-lined paths before checking in to your hotel.
Day 2: COEX Starfield Library and Lotte World or Everland
Start at COEX Mall in Gangnam and the Starfield Library, where shelves of books rise floor to ceiling in the middle of the mall. Spend the rest of the day at your choice of theme park: Lotte World, one of the world's largest indoor parks, or Everland, Korea's biggest outdoor park, with its own safari zone.
Day 3: Korea Seaweed Museum and N Seoul Tower
A hands-on cultural morning. At the Korea Seaweed Museum, dress in traditional hanbok and learn to make gimbap from scratch, then eat what you roll. In the afternoon, go up Namsan to N Seoul Tower and its love padlock terraces, where couples and friends leave locks with their names. The view takes in the whole city, from the palaces to the river.
Day 4: Ginseng, Ikseon-dong, Hongdae, and the Painters Show
Learn about Korea's most famous root at the National Ginseng Gallery, then stop at a cosmetics shop to stock up on Korean skincare. In the afternoon, wander Ikseon-dong, where low-roofed hanoks now hold small cafés and boutiques, before heading to Hongdae and its street art. End the night at the Painters show, a live performance where artists paint to music and the canvases change before your eyes.
Day 5: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Myeongdong, and Departure
Spend the morning at Gyeongbokgung, Seoul's largest royal palace, with mountains framing its gates. Visit the Red Pine Gallery and an amethyst workshop, then head to Myeongdong and the duty-free shop for one last round of shopping. Pick up snacks and pasalubong at a local cookie and souvenir shop before your transfer to the airport and the flight home.
Highlights of Your Seoul Journey
- Seoul in spring. Mild days, green hillsides, and a chance of late cherry blossoms around Namsan.
- Nami Island and Dumulmeori. A slower first day by the river, outside the city.
- Hanbok and gimbap. Dress the part and make one of Korea's best-loved dishes yourself.
- Your pick of theme park. Lotte World indoors or Everland outdoors.
- Palaces and hanok streets. Gyeongbokgung and Ikseon-dong show the city's older side.
- Shopping, sorted. Skincare, Myeongdong, duty-free, and a final stop for pasalubong.
- Flights included. Round-trip airfare from Manila with checked baggage, and an Access Expert with you the whole way.
What's Included in Your Seoul Tour Package?
Included
- Access Expert leading the group throughout
- Round-trip international airfare with checked baggage
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 3-star to 4-star hotel accommodations
- Transportation for the entire trip
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
Not included
- Visa fees and processing, if required
- Single supplement
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Taxes
- Gratuities
Tour Dates and Pricing
Departure: April 13 to 17, 2027
Rate: From USD 838 per adult
Group size: Up to 30 travelers
Starts and ends in: Incheon
As a Korea tour package from the Philippines, the rate covers your flights, hotels, ground transport, guides, entrance fees, and the meals listed in the itinerary.
A PHP 20,000 deposit secures your place once your booking is confirmed, and the balance is due at least 45 days before departure. You can pay by bank transfer or credit card (card payments carry a 5% bank fee). BDO credit cardholders can use a 3-month, 0% installment plan.
Rates may vary by travel month and hotel availability. Solo travelers pay a single supplement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Traveling to South Korea
Do Filipinos need a visa for South Korea? Yes. Most Philippine passport holders need a tourist visa before traveling to South Korea, applied for through the Korea Visa Application Center in Manila. Visa fees aren't included in the rate, but our team can help you prepare and process your application. Apply early, since processing times can stretch in peak season.
Are flights from Manila included? Yes. Round-trip international airfare with checked baggage is included, and the group flies together with your Access Expert.
What is the weather like in Seoul in April? Mild and changeable. Days are usually comfortable for walking, while mornings and evenings can be noticeably cool. Pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable shoes.
Will we see cherry blossoms? Possibly. Seoul's blossoms usually peak in early to mid-April and the exact timing changes every year. If the season runs late, you may see the last of them around Namsan and N Seoul Tower on Day 3.
Is this group tour good for families and first-time travelers? Yes. The trip is designed for solo travelers, couples, families, and seniors, and the theme park day gives families an easy win. Your Access Expert handles the logistics so first-timers can just enjoy the city.
What currency is used in South Korea? The Korean won (KRW). Cards are accepted almost everywhere in Seoul, but keep some cash for street food and smaller shops.
What happens if the group doesn't reach the minimum number of travelers? Your trip still goes ahead with the current group. Where possible, Access Travel will upgrade travelers to a private tour, though private tour rates may differ from the original rate.
Can I extend my stay in Korea? Yes. Let us know when you book and we'll arrange extra nights in Seoul or help you add another stop.
Book Your Seoul Journey with Access Lite
If you've been planning South Korea travel from Manila, this is the simplest way to do it. Five days, flights included, and someone who knows the city with you the whole time. Seats are limited, and visa processing takes time, so the earlier you reserve, the easier everything else becomes.
Send us a message to reserve your place on the April departure, or ask us anything about the trip. Our team replies 10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.