• DESCRIPTION

    INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE
    Martial Arts is highly beneficial not only in conditioning the body, mind, and soul, but it is also very useful in self-defense. Others engage in training because of their passion for the culture and history behind it. Indeed, martial arts is one of the oldest forms of fighting and it has survived until today. There
    are many different types of martial arts, including Taekwondo, Karate, Jiu Jitsu, Tai Chi, Taekkyeon, Kalaripayattu, Muay Thai and more. Travel to destinations where martial arts originated and are still practiced for a number of reasons: as self-defense, military and law enforcement applications, mental and spiritual development; as well as entertainment and the preservation of a nation’s intangible cultural heritage.

    Taekkyeon is a representative traditional martial art of Korea. It is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Taekkyeon is characterized by fluid, dynamic foot and knee movements called ‘Stepping-on-Triangles.’ The goal of taekkyeon is to knock over the opponent with these movements. Kyulyun taekkyeon was originally a group competition, in which a group of people from different villages held a team match in honor of their villages. It is a part of traditional Korean martial arts and folk culture that was prevalent in Seoul.

  • Inclusions

    4 nights’ stay in Seoul at 4 star hotel
    Daily breakfast
    Half day Seoul city tour – sharing basis
    Korean martial arts Taekkyeon experience (2 hours)
    Korean martial arts Taekwondo experience (2 hours)
    Return airport transfers.

  • Day 1

    Arrival at Seoul Incheon International Airport.
    Private transfer from airport to your hotel.

    Overnight at the hotel in Seoul area.

    Day 2

    Breakfast at the hotel. Half day Seoul city tour.
    Visit Gyeongbok Palace & Folklore Museum
    GYONGBOK PALACE: Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the “Northern Palace” because it is located more toward the north, compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeongheegung (Western Palace). Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful and remains the grandest of all the five palaces.
    Followed by visit to Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and Ginseng Center, you will be dropped at City Hall and spend rest of the day exploring the city, return to your hotel on your own.

    Overnight at the hotel in Seoul.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 3

    Experience Korean Martial Art – Taekkyeon
    After breakfast at hotel, procced to Insadong to learn basics of Taekkyeon, a traditional Korean martial art. Taekkyeon is a representative traditional martial art of Korea. It is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and designated as a Major Intangible Cultural Heritage of Korea No. 76. Taekkyeon is characterized by fluid, dynamic foot and knee movements called “Stepping-on-Triangles.” The goal of taekkyeon is to knock over the opponent with these movements. Kyulyun taekkyeon was originally a group competition, in which a group of people from different villages held a team match in honor of their villages. It is a part of traditional Korean martial arts and folk culture that was prevalent in Seoul.
    Stage 1
    Preparation: Putting on the uniform/ Learning about the history of taekkyeon (video lesson)
    Stage 2
    Basics of Taekkyeon: Learning traditional greetings and basic posture of Taekkyeon
    Stage 3
    Taekkyeon practice: Learning and practicing basic and advanced movements
    Stage 4
    Play time: Trying out Taekkyeon moves such as stepping on the foot, punching the chest, kicking, and having a match with others.
    Stage 5
    Wrap-up: Final stretching and taking photos with Taekkyeon masters / Receiving your Taekkyeon experience certificate

    Overnight at the hotel in Seoul.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 4

    Breakfast at hotel. Experience Korean Martial Art – Taekwondo
    After pickup from your Seoul city hotel, you’re transferred to a taekwondo studio for your 2-hour taekwondo class. After you’ve changed into a martial arts uniform and tied your belt, start with some warm-up activities. Watch as your expert instructor go through basic taekwondo movements before you have time to practice kicking various targets and sparring with partners. Throughout the session, learn what it takes to train the mind and body through this disciplinary Korean martial art form — an official sport in the Olympics. Once you’ve had time to perfect your form, write your wishes on a board, which you’ll then attempt to break by kicking. By writing something you’re hoping for or wanting to accomplish, you’ll break through limitations to achieving your dreams. While black belt tests require a breaking routine that uses a variety of kicks, such as spinning hook kicks and flying side kicks, you’ll learn a simplified version in this introductory class. Complete your class with a certificate to celebrate your accomplishment before you’re transferred back to your hotel

    Overnight at the hotel in Seoul.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 5

    Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer from your hotel to Seoul International Airport.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Tour Ends

  • EXCLUSION

    Airfare
    Visa
    Optional tours, excursions and activities.
    Travel Insurance
    All other services not mentioned under ‘Inclusions’
    Price in AED includes return economy class airfare from Dubai.

  • TERMS & CONDITIONS

    *Prices mentioned is starting from, per person based on 2 persons travelling together and sharing twin/double room, subject to seasonal surcharges and availability.

    Price in AED includes return economy class airfare from Dubai.

    ITL World reserve the right to amend the prices in case of currency fluctuations, changes in rates of exchange, and/or fuel costs, special or high season charges and hike in the airline/hotel/rail/land transportation charges before the date of departure.

    For convenience of passengers and / or feasibility of operations, ITL World or their service providers may sometimes amend the itinerary.

    International hotel check in time is between 2pm and 3pm and check out time is between 11am and 12pm. (Exceptions apply). Early check in and or late check-out is subject to availability of rooms and may be chargeable.

    It is the responsibility of the passengers to ensure they hold valid passport, visa, travel and medical insurance, vaccination etc., as applicable for each destination.

    City/tourist tax as applicable, must be paid directly at the hotel.

    To assist with visa application process, ITL World would provide copies of air tickets, travel insurance and other ground service vouchers for bookings made and fully paid for. Approval and issuance of visa is at the discretion of respective Embassies or Consulates and ITL World cannot in anyway influence this process. Certain nationals however receive visa on arrival in select countries, subject to prior online approvals