Solo-ish South Korea

This eight-night tour by G Adventures is designed for solo travellers keen to travel in a group without the usual single supplement. Beginning in Seoul, there’s time to explore its Hanok villages, squeeze in a taekwondo class, and try the snacks at Gwangjang Market—where the atmosphere is as colourful as the surroundings.

From the bustle of the capital, the group travels east to Gyeongju, a place dotted with tumuli mounds and Buddhist temples such as Bulguksa, where a Hanok stay offers a taste of traditional architecture and an opportunity to slip into a hanbok, the traditional costume. The final stop is Busan, where the sea breeze brings a difference in pace, with coastal treks around Dongbaek Island and visits to temples like Haedong Yonggungsa.

The itinerary is tightly packed yet leaves time for solo wandering or choosing an evening karaoke session. The Chief Experience Officer handles the logistics while local guides provide sharp insights, helping to make the trip feel less like a checklist and more like a genuine acquaintance with the country’s many layers.