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South Korea: Seoul Searching with Rustic Pathways

by: Rustic Pathways

10 (11)Verified

Embark on an adventure in Seoul, exploring historical districts and palaces, hiking peaks, and dancing like BTS in a K-Pop training factory. Try hands-on experiences like learning to cook traditional Korean cuisine and embark on a bicycling adventure, followed by a session to learn basic Korean language skills. Our Seoul Searching 8-day program is the ultimate South Korean adventure. We also have...

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Program Highlights

Hike the peaks that nestle the capital city before celebrating with tea before the world’s oldest Confucian shrine.

Visit a Korean palace and learn to make traditional Korean cuisine.

Explore traditional Korean markets, trying local food from different stalls.

Experience a Kpop star makeover at the hair salon and makeup stand, then learn to dance like a Kpop star.

Go to the Han River and enjoy a Korean fried chicken picnic.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • South Korea
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025, 2026, 2027Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Cooking
  • Cycling
  • Dancing
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Adventure TravelCommunitas Award | Leadership in Community Service and CSRTravel Weekly Magellan Awards | Best Health & Safety InnovationsInternational Travel Awards | Best Tour OperatorSkift IDEA Award: Industry Innovators | Tour Operator

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

11

South Korea review

August 01, 2025by: Ray Kearney - United StatesProgram: South Korea: Seoul Searching with Rustic Pathways
10

I really enjoyed the service—teaching English to students and everything that came with it! I loved connecting with locals and learning about their culture. Huge shout out to Chang-Mo, Heeju, Yuri, Annabel, and Amy—they were amazing group leaders and made the whole experience even better!!!!!!!!

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Rustic Pathways responded to this reviewAugust 13, 2025

Hi Ray! Thanks so much for your kind words about our program and your leaders. They're pretty great! And the trip wouldn't have been the same without you. Thanks so much for exploring Korea with us. See you next summer?

I had the best time ever!

July 24, 2025by: Victoria Kearney - United StatesProgram: South Korea: Seoul Searching with Rustic Pathways
10

Initially, I was scared to go on this trip. Even once we got there I was still nervous. As soon as I met the group leaders and one of the students, I felt right at home. Everyone was so nice, and I genuinely had the best time ever. I loved being immersed in the Korean culture.

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Rustic Pathways responded to this reviewAugust 13, 2025

Hey Victoria! Traveling abroad to a new country is always a little nerve-wracking, even for adults. But we're proud you took that huge step and decided to travel despite being a little scared! We're thrilled you had a great time. We bet now you feel like you can take on anything, right? We hope to see you again next summer on a new adventure!

Best time ever!

July 24, 2025by: Marlo Corddry - United StatesProgram: South Korea: Seoul Searching with Rustic Pathways
10

On my Korea trip, I met some really cool people, had life changing experiences and made so many new connections. I really bonded with everyone on the trip and the group leaders were so amazing. 10/10 would go on another trip!!

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Rustic Pathways responded to this reviewAugust 13, 2025

Hey Marlo! We're so happy to hear you had a great time in Korea and that you made genuine connections and memories. It's what travel with us is all about! We hope to see you on another summer adventure next year!

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • South Korea

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Cooking
  • Cycling
  • Dancing

Availability

Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • High School Freshman (1st Year)
    • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
    • High School Junior (3rd Year)

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
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    Rustic Pathways

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    Embark on an adventure in Seoul, exploring historical districts and palaces, hiking peaks, and dancing like BTS in a K-Pop training factory. Try hands-on experiences like learning to cook traditional Korean cuisine and embark on a bicycling adventure, followed by a session to learn basic Korean language skills. Our Seoul Searching 8-day program is the ultimate South Korean adventure. We also have a combination program that brings together two popular programs – Japan: Tokyo Fusion and Seoul Searching: Modern Korea. Navigate Tokyo's hidden alleys and explore the iconic Kanazawa castle for one week, then jet off to Seoul the next.

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