STEM School Trips to South Korea

Return flights from the UK

All in-country travel in an air-conditioned vehicle

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Full-board accommodation

Entrance fees for featured excursions

English-speaking local guide

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1 teacher place for every 10 students

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Student standing in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul

Sunset over Hanok folk village near Seoul

Yellow robot with arms and legs in a museum in South Korea

Gyeongbokgung Palace during cherry blossom season

An automotive manufacturing machine's red arm

Koreaon food at a market stall in Gwangjang, Seoul

From circuit diagram to robotics lab

Step into the future in South Korea, a dynamic destination where cutting-edge technology, world-leading innovation and rich cultural traditions go hand in hand.

In the bustling city of Seoul, students explore everything from robotics, AI and future mobility to royal palaces, traditional crafts and the global influence of K-culture. Packed with enriching experiences and real-world learning opportunities, this STEM-focused trip showcases how creativity, technology and cultural identity are shaping one of Asia’s most exciting and rapidly evolving nations.

Looking for something different in South Korea? Whether you’re after a cross-curricular experience or a trip focused on history, food or geography, we can tailor a tour to suit your group’s needs.

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Trip Highlights

Female student trying on VR glasses in the metaverse

Discover robotics and AI through interactive museum experiences

Master K-Pop choreography at a dance workshop

Person holding a phone in front of an 'Innovation' sign

Explore tomorrow’s innovations at Seoul Future Lab

Create Korea’s favourite fried chicken in a hands-on cooking class

Itinerary suggestion

1 Depart UK on overnight flight to Seoul, South Korea

1 Arrive in Seoul and meet your English-speaking local guide

2 Orientation walk through the Myeongdong neighbourhood

3 Namsan Cable Car to N Seoul Tower

4 Korean BBQ welcome dinner

5 Included meals: Evening meal

1 Hyundai Motor Studio Goyang

2 Gangnam COEX Mall and Starfield Library

3 Han River Cruise and Rainbow Fountain Show

4 Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Evening meal

1 Name Stamp Engraving Workshop

2 Explore the artistic streets of Insadong

3 Wear Hanbok attire to visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace

4 Gwangjang Market for local crafts and street food

5 Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Evening meal

1 Samsung Innovation Museum

2 Korean Fried Chicken Cooking Workshop with lunch

3 Korean Folk Village

4 Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Evening meal

1 Seoul Robot and AI Museum and Seoul Future Lab

2 K-Pop Dance Workshop

3 HiKR Ground

4 Farewell dinner and Cheonggyecheon Stream

5 Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Evening meal

1 Time at leisure

2 Transfer to airport for flight back to the UK

3 Included meals: Breakfast

Recommended excursions

Samsung Innovation Museum, Suwon

Step inside the story of modern technology at the Samsung Innovation Museum and discover how the inventions that shape everyday life have evolved over time. From the world’s earliest electrical innovations to cutting-edge advances in semiconductors, displays and mobile technology, interactive exhibits reveal breakthroughs that have transformed how we communicate, work and connect.

2 hours View on map

Hyundai Motor Studio, Goyang

Go beyond the showroom and discover the technology, engineering and design behind one of the world’s leading automotive brands at Hyundai Motor Studio, taking your students on a journey through the entire car-making process using virtual reality simulators and interactive elements. From design and manufacturing to safety testing and future mobility, find out how vehicles are engineered, built and tested, while exploring innovations such as autonomous driving, sustainable transport and smart mobility solutions.

2.5 hours View on map

Seoul Robot and AI Museum

Discover the technologies shaping the future at the Seoul Robot and AI Museum, a pioneering attraction dedicated to robotics, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Through a range of innovative exhibits, interaction with humanoid robots and demonstrations, students gain insight into how robots and AI are transforming industries, workplaces and everyday life. The museum itself was partially built using smart building techniques, automated robots and 3D printing.

1.5 hours View on map

Seoul Future Lab

Designed to inspire the next generation of innovators, Seoul Future Lab offers an exciting introduction to the technologies shaping tomorrow’s world, exploring topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, autonomous transport, drone technology and the metaverse. Your guide will be on hand to assist with translation.

1.5 hours

University Visit

During a student-led campus tour, learn about university life in one of the world’s most technology-driven countries and hear first-hand perspectives on studying science, engineering and technology. Available in term time only.

1.5 hours

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Considered to be the grandest of Seoul’s five royal palaces, wander through vast courtyards, ornate gates and beautifully restored palace buildings, including the impressive Geunjeongjeon Hall, where kings once presided over state ceremonies. For an even more memorable experience, explore the palace dressed in a traditional hanbok, adding to the atmosphere as you stroll through one of South Korea’s most iconic landmarks.

2.5 hours View on map

Korean Fried Chicken Workshop

Discover one of South Korea’s most popular street food favourites in this hands-on Korean fried chicken workshop. Learn the techniques behind the country’s famous crispy chicken, explore the flavours and traditions that have shaped Korean cuisine, and hear how family-run restaurants and global food brands have turned a local dish into a business success story. Includes lunch.

2 hours

K-Pop Dance Workshop and HiKR Ground

Immerse yourself in South Korea’s vibrant creative scene with a K-pop dance class and visit to HiKR Ground. Learn choreography inspired by one of the world’s most influential music genres before exploring interactive digital media installations that showcase Korea’s innovative approach to content creation, entertainment and tourism.

2 hours View on map

Student taking a photo at Starfield Library in COEX mall in Gangnam district, Seoul

Gangnam COEX Mall and Starfield Library

Discover one of Seoul’s most iconic modern landmarks at COEX Mall, a vast underground complex at the heart of the fashionable Gangnam district. Explore the spectacular Starfield Library, where soaring bookshelves create one of the city’s most photographed spaces, and experience a hub of shopping, culture and technology that reflects South Korea’s fast-paced urban lifestyle.

2 hours View on map

Namsan Cable Car

Soar above the city on the Namsan Cable Car and enjoy sweeping views across Seoul’s skyline as you climb towards N Seoul Tower. This short but memorable journey offers a fantastic photo opportunity high above the bustling streets below.

5 mins View on map

Namsan Tower and Pavilion on a sunny summer day in Seoul

N Seoul Tower

Rising high above the city on Namsan Mountain, N Seoul Tower has become one of Seoul’s most recognisable landmarks. Head to the observation decks for panoramic views stretching across the capital, spot famous districts from above, and watch the city come alive beneath you. By day or night, it’s one of the best places to experience the scale and energy of modern Seoul.

1.5 hours View on map

Han River cruise with the Seoul skyline in the background, South Korea

Han River Cruise and Rainbow Fountain Show

See Seoul from a different perspective as you cruise along the Han River, the waterway that flows through the heart of the city. Drift past soaring skyscrapers, landmark bridges and riverside parks while taking in views of the capital’s ever-changing skyline.

1 hour

Traditional Hahoe masks in Insadong district in Seoul, South Korea

Myeongdong, Insadong and Gangnam neighbourhoods

Explore Seoul: bright lights, bustling streets and endless food stalls make Myeongdong one of the city’s most exciting districts. Step into a different side of Seoul in Insadong, where traditional tea houses, artisan workshops and charming alleyways sit alongside galleries and craft stores. Famous for its stylish streets, cutting-edge architecture and global reputation, Gangnam showcases Seoul at its most modern.

2 hours

Gwangjang Market

Dive into the sights, sounds and flavours of one of Seoul’s oldest and most famous markets. Packed with bustling food stalls, traditional delicacies and local traders, Gwangjang Market offers an authentic taste of everyday life in the Korean capital.

1 hour View on map

Cheonggyecheon Stream

Flowing through the heart of downtown Seoul, Cheonggyecheon Stream is a striking green oasis surrounded by the city’s modern skyline. Take an evening walk along the waterside pathways, cross picturesque bridges and discover how a once-hidden waterway was transformed into one of Seoul’s most celebrated urban spaces.

30 mins View on map

The traditional folk village of Hanok near Seoul, South Korea

Korean Folk Village

Step back in time at a Korean Folk Village, where traditional houses, workshops and performances bring centuries of Korean history to life. Wander through recreated streets, watch age-old crafts and customs in action, and experience the sights and sounds of everyday life from Korea’s past.

1.5 hours

Learning outcomes

Tourists in Hanok folk village near Seoul, South Korea

KS3 Curriculum Links

Science, technology and society
Robotics, automation and artificial intelligence
Computational thinking and digital technologies
Cultural understanding and global awareness
Careers, aspirations and employability
Personal development and independence

Student walking down a street in Myeongdong neighbourhood

GCSE Curriculum Links

New and emerging technologies
Artificial intelligence, algorithms and computer systems
Working scientifically and engineering applications
Cultural capital and international awareness
Communication, leadership and teamwork
Globalisation

Typical accommodation

South Korea accommodation ★★★

Why groups like it:

We use 3-star accommodation as standard in South Korea (hostels and 4-star hotels available on request)
Located close to the attractions and points of interest in your itinerary
High standards of service

Facilities:

All rooms are en-suite
Twin rooms for students and staff (single rooms available on request)
Western and Korean breakfast options

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Travelbound delivered a once-in-a-lifetime trip for our students. I was particularly impressed that they managed a last-minute change to our flights so that we could still travel despite the international situation in the Gulf. We will use them again.

Sydenham and Dulwich Girls

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We have worked with Travelbound for our China trip for the past two years and have had a very positive experience on both occasions. The service has been reliable, efficient and good value for money. We have always felt well supported throughout the planning process, and the trips have run smoothly as a result. Highly recommended!

Jeanne Manuel School

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Thank you so much to all at Travelbound for making the trip such a very great success. The itinerary was incredible and the organisation the best that I have ever known on a school trip.

Warwick School

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We recently had the pleasure of working with Travelbound to organise our school trip to China, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Every aspect of the journey was thoughtfully curated, from safe, comfortable accommodations to immersive cultural experiences and knowledgeable guides, creating an unforgettable experience for our students.

Norwich School

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