Visit Korea - for Middle & High School Students

A primary step towards creating a culture of greater trust. and understanding among the next generation of global leaders. Our role is to ensure that these relationships are effective, enduring and mutually beneficial. For students who have been learning the Korean language in their schools, this program provides a great opportunity to go beyond the classroom and books, and be immersed in Korea's culture. After having taken Korean as a world language ,they can first-handedly experience their classroom learning. During the visit, they will be able to gain a better understanding of its rich history, experience its modern day culture, and engage with native Korean students.

Our tours are designed to deepen student's knowledge of the world so that they are better able to enhance cultural understanding in their classrooms and communities. The itinerary includes Seoul, Gyeongju, and Chonan City.

Applications are now open for Summer 2023. Students will be required to complete a creative project before and after the program.

Trip Highlights

• Seoul, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Blue House, Insadong Antique Alley, Seoul Tower on Samsan Mountain, Yongin Folk Village, DMZ, National Cultural Museum and more
• Gyeongju - former capital of the Silla Kingdom and historic heart of the nation, National Museum, Tumuli Park
• Independence Hall of Korea in Cheonan and Hyungchoong Sa in Asan

What's Included

• Non-stop airline to Korea
• 8 nights, 9 days - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Led by a qualified guide and charter bus
• Travel insurance is provided

What's Not Included

• Personal spending and expenses
• Upgrades to airline seats and boarding

Student Projects

A) Select a book that is based on the history or culture of Korea. It may be either a fiction or nonfiction book (biography, history, current affairs, etc.). Write a detailed summary and what you learned and/or found surprising about Korea after completing the book. (Make sure to include the title and author of the book you chose!)

B) Create a short presentation introducing your school's Korean language class. You can talk about your teacher, fellow classmates, what projects you have done, events or field trips, clubs, or any memorable or interesting things about your class. It can be in any creative form - video, powerpoint, etc.