South Korea

South Korea Travel Guide

South Korea welcomed 17 million tourists in 2024, a 15% increase from 2023, driven by visitors from China, Japan, and the USA, with tourism revenue exceeding $15 billion.

  • Capital: Seoul
  • South Korean Won
  • Visa Required
  • Best: Spring (March–May), Autumn (September–November)
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About South Korea

South Korea welcomed 17 million tourists in 2024, a 15% increase from 2023, driven by visitors from China, Japan, and the USA, with tourism revenue exceeding $15 billion.

Quick facts

capital
Seoul
currency
South Korean Won
language
Korean
population
51 million
arrivals (int’l)
~17 million (2024)
overnight stays
~60 million (est. 2024)

Best time to visit

Spring
March–May
Cherry blossoms, mild weather
Summer
Autumn
September–November
Autumn foliage, pleasant temperatures
Winter

Travel tips

General
General

Plan your South Korea trip

Tell us roughly when and who is travelling. You will get a costed itinerary — flights, hotels, sightseeing and visa — usually the same working day.

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Top attractions in South Korea

The places most of our travellers ask about — we build them into your itinerary.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Historic Joseon dynasty palace

Jeju Island

Volcanic island with beaches and trails

DMZ

Unique border zone experience

Cities in South Korea

Tap a city for where to stay and what we can arrange there.

Seoul, South Korea

Seoul

South Korea tour packages

Starting points, not fixed departures — every one is adjusted to your dates.

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South Korea: Seoul & Busan

Palaces, markets and K-culture in Seoul, then the KTX train to Busan for the coast and temples.

  • Autumn colour at the Seoul palaces
  • Gyeongbokgung palace and Bukchon Hanok village
  • N Seoul Tower on Namsan
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Practical information

Money & Currency

Currency
KRW
Cards
Widely accepted
EMV adapters
Type C, F
ATMs
Widely available

Safety & Emergencies

Safety
Very safe
Emergency
112

South Korea: common questions

What travellers from Surat ask us before booking.

By season: Spring (March–May) — Cherry blossoms, mild weather; Autumn (September–November) — Autumn foliage, pleasant temperatures. Tell us when you can travel and we will say honestly whether it is a good window for South Korea or suggest a better one.

The currency is KRW. Cards: Widely accepted. Forex guidance is part of every booking.

Popular sights in South Korea include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jeju Island and DMZ. Tell us which ones matter most and we will build the itinerary around them.

The main language is Korean. Our team speaks Gujarati, Hindi and English, so you can plan the trip in whichever you prefer.

Visa Required. Our visa desk handles the whole application — document checklist, appointment, submission and tracking until your passport is back. Call +91 97278 86777 or send an enquiry.

Yes. We plan the whole trip from Surat — flights from Surat, Ahmedabad or Mumbai, hotels, transfers, sightseeing and visas — as one costed itinerary with a single point of contact.

Ready to explore South Korea?

Send us your dates and we will come back with a costed itinerary and honest advice about the season — free, and with no obligation. Mon–Sat, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm IST.

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