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China & South Korea

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China and South Korea are two of East Asia's most compelling destinations, each offering a striking blend of ancient heritage and modern dynamism. China draws travellers with its sheer scale and diversity — from the Great Wall and terracotta warriors to the karst landscapes of Guilin and the neon-lit streets of Shanghai. South Korea captivates with its UNESCO-listed palaces, temple-stay programmes, volcanic Jeju Island, and a globally influential pop culture scene centred on Seoul. Together, they offer independent and group travellers an immersive deep-dive into East Asian history, cuisine, nature, and contemporary city life.

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China & South Korea · 15 days

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China and South Korea: East Asia Adventure (Self-Launched)

A self-launched, backpacker-friendly version of the classic 15-day Beijing-to-Seoul route — ancient wonders, futuristic cities and endless street food done independently. Ride the bullet train from Beijing to Xi'an, walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu, stand before the Terracotta Warriors, and cross into South Korea for a hanok stay, palaces, temples and coastal Busan before finishing in Seoul. All transport, stays and activities are bookable yourself, typically for a fraction of the guided-group price.

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