Arrive in Seoul and roll straight into flavor town. Your private transfer whisks you to the hotel, where golden, crackly Korean fried chicken and a cold local beer (or fizzy soda) await at a welcome dinner that sets the tone for what’s to come: indulgence with intention.

Start with a proper hotel breakfast, then dig into the past at the COEX Kimchi Museum. Head to Gwangmyeong for a city tour and market crawl before donning aprons at Daniel Gray’s house (yes, the one from Netflix and Chef’s Table). You'll shop fresh, cook slow, and taste faster than you probably should. Evening? Yours to explore (or nap).

Step into the world of Korean craftsmanship with a visit to a traditional blacksmith’s forge, where you’ll meet master knife makers who have preserved centuries-old techniques. Watch sparks fly as they shape steel into elegant, functional works of art. Then, dive into the deep flavors and stories behind Korea’s traditional alcohol with a tasting session led by a renowned soju master. It’s a unique blend of fire, flavor, and culture you won’t forget.

Hop a train to Jeonju, home of bibimbap and the slow food gospel. Eat legendary noodles for lunch, wander hanok alleys like you're time traveling, then dive deep into the delicious rabbit hole that is kimchi. Top it off with makgeolli and its hundred sidekicks served brass-bowl style. Sleep it off in a cozy hanok.

Switch hanok for hotel and trek to Sunchang, Korea’s red pepper paste paradise. Join the red chili cooking class and visit O'nggi kimchi pot ceramics center and visit a modernized Korean market where traditional shops and young entrepreneurs work side by side. Sample, stir, then hike off the spice at Mt. Gangcheon. Dinner is at the bibimbap restaurant of legend, a spot so revered its chef is basically edible royalty. Optional craft brews to toast the night.

Delve into Korea’s culinary soul with a hands-on Banchan (side dish) cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare the colorful and flavorful small plates that accompany every Korean meal. Guided by a local expert, you’ll chop, stir, and season your way through a spread of traditional recipes—from soy-marinated vegetables to spicy kimchi and sesame-infused greens.

Then, breathe in the serenity of the Jeonju Tea Farm, nestled in the gentle hills outside the city. Walk through rows of lush green tea bushes, learn about Korea’s tea cultivation practices, and savor a freshly brewed cup while overlooking the tranquil landscape. It’s a perfect pairing of taste and tradition in the heart of Jeolla province.

Eat like a local, literally. A Busan resident invites you home for lunch—expect japchae, banchan, and stories. Hit the supermarket for snacks you’ll end up hoarding. Then Jagalchi Seafood Market for all things wriggly, followed by a sunset seafood BBQ with ocean views. Busan nightlife calls. Or don’t answer. Up to you.

All aboard the KTX back to Seoul. Your afternoon is wide open: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Namsan Tower, or maybe just café-hop like it’s a competitive sport. Dinner is a final hurrah—think Korean BBQ in lively Hongdae, all sizzle and soju.

Opt for a morning tour to the DMZ and peer into North Korea. Or sleep in. Tonight, it’s one last delicious embrace of Korean BBQ and then a proper unwind at a mega-spa—scrubs, saunas, snacks, the works. You’ve earned it.

Wave goodbye to Korea (and your food baby). Private airport transfer included. Take snacks for the road. You’ll miss them.