Seoul and Busan, Republic of Korea
Artificial Intelligence, robotics and digital innovation, blended with Korean culture.
Computer Science / Robotics themed school trips from £1099 for 8 days
A Computer Science and Robotics trip to Seoul and Busan, South Korea
Here's a typical 6-8 day itinerary, from £1099
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival in Seoul, transfer to accommodation.
Day 2: Seoul
Gyeongbokgung Palace: visit this impressive palace from the Joseon Dynasty and learn about Korean history
Bukchon Hanok Village: wander through this neighbourhood of traditional hanoks, or Korean homes
Alive Museum and Dynamic Maze: enjoy photo opportunities galore as you navigate the challenges with your friends
N Seoul Tower: enjoy a night-time view over the city
Day 3: Robots and technology
Robot and AI Museum: Seoul's newest museum, built by robots, offers an insight into the world of robots and artificial intelligence
Robot building workshop: an opportunity to create and program robots
Han River Cruise: see Seoul from a different angle
Myeong-dong: explore Seoul's famous shopping and street food district
Korean BBQ: enjoy a classic Korean BBQ, where you cook the food yourself on a grill in the centre of the table
Day 4: Study in Korea
Seoul National University or Korea University: an opportunity to find out about the latest computing and robotics research, such as the healthcare robotics lab at SNU
Seoul Smart City: see predictions of life in 30 years with integration of technology into urban planning and government functions
Zzang Arcade: play four floors' worth of arcade games
Hongdae: enjoy a stroll through this buzzing neighbourhood full of music, shopping and street performances
Day 5: Busan
Travel to Suwon
Samsung Innovation Centre: find out about achievements the company has made and their future development ideas and plans
Travel to Pohang
Robo-life Museum: "meet robots that are already part of our daily lives, knowingly and unknowingly"
Travel to Busan
Yacht Tour: see the sun set over the sights of Korea's second largest city from a comfortable yacht
Day 6: Temples and Science
Seokbulsa Temple: see the rock carved Buddha reliefs in this temple high on a mountain outside Busan via a panoramic cable car ride
Busan National Science Museum: hands-on learning themed around space exploration and energy
Skyline Luge: enjoy a very practical application of gravity
Haeundae Beach: arguably Busan's best beach, relax and enjoy the traditional streetfood snack of eomuk (fishcakes)
Gwangali Marvelous Drone Light Show: if we visit Busan on a Saturday, enjoy a choreographed dance of drones formation flying to spell out messages against the night sky
Day 7: Lotte World
Return to Seoul by high speed bullet train
Lotte World Amusement Park: enjoy the attractions of this indoor and outdoor theme park
COEX Mall: explore the world's largest underground shopping centre in Gangnam which also boasts a VR centre, an aquarium and library
Karaoke: what better way to finish the trip than enjoying the Korean pasttime of noraebang?
Day 8: Return
Transfer to airport, return flight to home country.
Extra activities can be added on travel days depending on flight timings. An extra day can also be added to visit the DMZ to see into the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and learn about the Korean War.
Academic
Robot and AI Museum
Samsung Innovation Centre
Metro Farm
T.um experience
Robo-life Museum
Busan Science Museum
Culture
Sightseeing tours
Markets
University visits
Food experiences
Street art and seasonal events
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Fun
Karaoke
Skyline Luge
Shopping opportunities
Lotte World
Haeundae Beach
Yacht tour
Pricing is based on 30 students with 3 free teacher places, staying in hostel accommodation and using public transport, following the example 6-8 day itinerary. International flights are extra. Please contact us for an individual quote for the number of teachers and students you wish to attend.
Why choose Think Outside The Classroom for your school trip to Seoul and Busan, South Korea?
100% Financial Protection
With Travel Trust Association membership (member X0993), any money paid for a school trip goes into a trust account that can only be released after you return from your school trip or to other companies offering equal financial protection. This ensures all money paid is 100% protected until after you return.
Fully Risk Assessed
All our educational visits have full risk assessments available. We are of course happy to provide additional risk assessments as needed by your school. Additionally, all our trip leaders have police clearance certificates for working with young people, and Think Outside The Classroom Ltd has full public liabilty and professional indemnity insurance cover.
Completely Customisable
Want a shorter residential trip? Want to add specific attractions? Want more comfort with twin rooms in hotels and private coach transfers, or to keep the price affordable with hostels and public transport where feasible? We've got you covered - just ask and we can make a trip perfect for your requirements.
Support On Location
You will have a personal guide to lead your group whilst on your school trip to Seoul and Busan, and a 24 hour emergency contact number. We make sure teachers supporting your trip are comfortable with local SIM cards or other means of staying connected provided, plus extra refreshments throughout each day of the trip. Our trip leader will also brief the teachers each day with full information about the plans, such locations, activities and supervision needed.