2025

K-Drama Tours & K-Pop Healing Tours in South Korea

Q: What is the difference between single and double occupancy?

Single Occupancy means that only one person will be staying in the room. The rate is based on one individual’s use of the room, and no additional guests are expected. Double Occupancy means that two people will be sharing the room. Please note that our policy does not involve arranging or assigning roommates for individual travelers. Double Occupancy is for family or friends wanting to share a room, and each tour participant must purchase a tour package.

Explore the real-life filming locations behind your favourite K-Dramas and K-Pop stories – from palaces and coastal cliffs to the cafés and neighbourhoods where iconic scenes were shot. Every tour blends sightseeing with something deeper: connection, mindfulness, and belongingness (정, Jeong).

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Meet You In Korea MultiCity KDrama Healing Tour “The Flagship” April 6-13, 2027

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Meet You In The Magic Shop K-Pop Healing Tour – Hometown edition “BTS Belongingness” April 20-27, 2027

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LUXURY K-Mindfulness, Beauty, & Longevity Retreat | Seoul & Jeju Island May 23-28, 2027

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Meet You In The Magic Shop K-Pop Healing Tour – Jeju edition “BTS Belongingness” June 3-10, 2027

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Meet You In Korea Seoul & Jeju K-Drama and K-Pop Healing Tour “The Hybrid” September 21-28, 2027

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Meet You In Korea MultiCity KDrama Healing Tour “The Flagship” October 19-26, 2027

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2026 Tours

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Meet You In Korea K-Drama Healing Reunion Tour: Coastal Edition (with Jeju Island) May 4–11, 2026 – Spring Tour

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Meet You In Korea Tour (Seoul + Jeju) K-Drama Healing Tour September 1 – September 8, 2026

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Meet You In Korea K-Drama Healing Reunion Tour: Coastal Edition (with Jeju Island) – Fall Tour: September 14–21, 2026

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Meet You In Korea Tour MultiCity K-Drama Healing Tour October 12 – October 19, 2026

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Meet You In Korea Tour MultiCity K-Drama Healing Tour October 26 – November 2, 2026

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What Are K-Drama Tours?

K-Drama Tours are a way to experience places, stories, and culture that bring your favorite K-Dramas to life. From historic palaces and charming neighborhoods in Seoul to seaside towns and scenic landscapes across S. Korea, these tours take you beyond the screen and let you experience in real-time the places you’ve only seen in your favorite K-Dramas.

At Noona’s Noonchi, we take this experience further. Being the original creators of K-Drama tours, we combine iconic filming locations with meaningful K-Culture experiences, wellness activities, and opportunities to connect with yourself and others along the way.

Rather than checking filming locations off a list, our healing tours are designed to help you experience S. Korea through the stories that first brought you here – while also helping you discover new stories of your own.

Our 7-night, 8-day Healing Tours are limited to small groups of up to 20 travelers and are personally led by Noona’s Noonchi CEO and founder, Jeanie Y. Chang, LMFT.

What's Included in a K-Drama Tour with Noona's Noonchi

Every Noona’s Noonchi K-Drama Healing Tour is thoughtfully designed around a combination of K-Drama, K-Pop and K-Culture experiences, local exploration and wellness.

The exact itinerary and filming locations vary by tour. Depending on the edition, you may explore Seoul’s historic neighborhoods, visit K-Drama filming locations in coastal towns, discover Jeju’s natural landscapes, or travel beyond Seoul to experience more of S. Korea.

What remains at the heart of every tour is the Noona’s Noonchi approach: experience S. Korea, connect with its stories and people, discover the warmth of jeong, and make space for yourself along the way.

Tour Info

Duration

7 Nights, 8 Days

Group size

Max 20 travellers

Age range

19+

Walking Type

Active - expect regular walking and exploration

Type Tour

K-Drama and K-Pop Healing Tour, with K-Culture and local experiences, and wellness activities

*Mindfulness Retreat is limited to 8 participants per tour.

K-Drama Tour Highlights

Visit real-life K-Drama filming locations across S. Korea
Explore historic sites, neighborhoods, cafes, coastal towns, and other places that you’ve seen on screen
Experience Korean culture beyond the dramas through local foods, activities, and cultural experiences
Take part in Noona’s Noonchi wellness experiences, including mindfulness sessions and guided group deep-dives
Discover different regions of S. Korea depending on your tour itinerary
Experience S. Korea alongside a small group of fellow K-Drama and K-Culture fans

Filming locations and activities vary by tour. Please check the individual tour pages for the itinerary and experiences included in your selected tour.

Inclusions

Noona's Noonchi wellness experiences, including mindfulness sessions and group guided deep-dives
English-speaking Korean tour guide
Experienced Korean tour manager
Industry guest speaker during a special dinner
4-star or similar hotel accommodations
Transport throughout the tour in a 28-passenger VIP limousine bus
7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, and 7 Dinners, Featuring a Range of Trendy Street Food, Traditional and Local Cuisine, and Popular Dishes
Admission fees for included historic sites and attractions
Korean cultural experiences and activities
Two-part payment plan option
Round-trip Seoul–Jeju flights on tours that include Jeju Island

Not Included

International flights & visa
Airport pick-up & drop-off service
Personal Expenses
Alcohol, non-water beverages, and food outside scheduled meals
Travel Insurance
Hotel stays outside the official tour dates

Why We Call It a "Healing Tour" (Not Just a Filming Location Tour)

Plenty of companies can take you to a K-Drama filming location. Very few can help you heal while you’re there.

That’s the difference with Noona’s Noonchi Tours. Our tours aren’t built around checking off locations. They’re built around connection. Every group includes real mindfulness sessions. Every group includes space to reflect, process, and bond with other fans. You don’t just see where a k-drama was filmed. You feel why it mattered to you in the first place.

This is why we call it a healing tour, not a location tour. The filming sites are the backdrop. Your healing is the journey.

Meet Jeanie Y. Chang

Mental Health Expert and Licensed Therapist

Every healing tour is personally led by Jeanie Y. Chang. Jeanie is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified clinical trauma professional. She has spent years helping people heal through mental health education. In 2023, she brought that experience to S. Korea and started Noona’s Noonchi Tours. Since then, more than 250 travellers from around the world have joined her.

Jeanie has written a bestselling book How K-Dramas Can Transform Your Life. She has spoken at TEDx and worked with brands like Google and the NFL. But on tour, she wears one hat: your mental health expert. She leads every wellness session herself. She wants you to leave S. Korea with more than photos. She wants you to leave with real healing.

What You'll Experience on Our K-Drama & K-Pop Healing Tours

Locations

K-Drama Location Tours – Walk through the real settings of shows like Goblin, Lovely Runner, Welcome to Samdalri, Hometown Cha Cha Cha, Twinkling Watermelon and many more, guided by a team that tracks new releases and updates locations as k-dramas premiere.

For ARMY

K-Pop & BTS Fan Experiences – Visit iconic BTS filming locations, MV and performance video backdrops, and member hometowns, making them tours built specifically for ARMY.

Wellness

Mental Health & Wellness Integration – Led by Jeanie Y. Chang, LMFT, every tour includes live wellness sessions, mindfulness meditation, guided group deep-dives, and mental health workshops, making this the only K-Culture tour built around genuine healing, not just sightseeing.

Group Size

Small Group Format – Tours are capped at 20 travelers, ages 19+, over 7 nights / 8 days, so every group builds real community, not just a shared itinerary. For the Luxury K-Mindfulness, Beauty & Longevity Retreat registrations are capped at 8 travelers.

Editions

Seasonal & Themed Editions – From MultiCity K-Drama tours to Jeju Island and coastal editions, to the Luxury K-Mindfulness, Beauty & Longevity Retreat, the experience keeps evolving with what’s trending in K-Culture.

Our Story: The Original K-Drama Healing Tour

We started this journey in 2023. We were the first company to introduce K-Drama tourism and turn it into a true healing experience. Since then, more than 250 travellers from around the world have joined us in S. Korea.

Some come alone. Some come with a parent, a partner, or a best friend. All of them leave as part of a bigger community. This isn’t a one-time tour company. This is a growing global family of K-Culture fans who found something deeper than sightseeing.

Best Time to Visit & Travel Tips

Best Time to Travel

Tours run from mid-March through the end of October, giving you a choice of spring blossoms, summer energy, or golden autumn scenery depending on the edition you book.

Group Size & Age

Maximum 20 travelers per tour*, ages 19 and up.

Meeting Points

Tour starts in Seoul – full details are shared with tour participants upon registration.

Dietary Needs

Let us know in advance – we do our best to accommodate all dietary requirements throughout the trip.

Local Etiquette

Dress modestly at temples and traditional sites, and be respectful when visiting filming locations that are also real neighborhoods and businesses.

*Only for K-Drama and K-Pop Healing Tours. Luxury K-Mindfulness, Beauty & Longevity Retreat has maximum 8 travelers per tour.

Noona's Noonchi vs. Other K-Culture Tour Operators

Noona’s Noonchi is the original K-Drama healing tour operator – the first to combine real filming-location travel with genuine mental health support, led by a licensed therapist.

Category	Noona’s Noonchi	Others
Tour Leadership	Led on-site by a licensed therapist (LMFT) offering real wellness sessions alongside a licensed Korean tour guide	Standard tour guides, no mental health integration
Group Size	Capped at 20 travellers* for genuine connection	Often larger, less personal groups
Content Freshness	Itineraries updated as new K-Dramas/K-Pop content releases	Static location lists, rarely updated
Experience Type	Healing + fandom + culture, built around belongingness (Jeong)	Primarily sightseeing-focused
Track Record	The original K-Drama healing tour operator	Newer entrants following the trend
Community	Deep pre-trip bonding and ongoing community post-tour	Minimal community-building
Payment Options	Pay in full or choose a two-part payment plan	Varies, often full payment only

*Only for K-Drama and K-Pop Healing Tours. Luxury K-Mindfulness, Beauty & Longevity Retreat has maximum 8 travelers per tour.

FAQs

What's included in a K-Drama & K-Pop healing tour?

Every tour includes guided visits to real filming locations, live wellness sessions, mindfulness meditation, guided group deep-dives, and mental health workshops, all across a 7-night / 8-day small-group itinerary.

How many people are on each tour, and is it suitable for solo travellers?

Tours are capped at 20 travellers, ages 19 and up. Some guests come alone, some come with a parent, partner, or best friend - all leave as part of a bigger community.

What is the difference between single and double occupancy?

Single Occupancy means that only one person will be staying in the room. The rate is based on one individual’s use of the room, and no additional guests are expected.

Double Occupancy means that two people will be sharing the room. Please note that our policy does not involve arranging or assigning roommates for individual travelers. Double Occupancy is for family or friends wanting to share a room, and each tour participant must purchase a tour package.

Can I request to share a room with a friend?

Yes. Once payments are made, please email nntours@noonasnoonchi.com with the following details: Your names, email addresses, tour dates, and your intention to share a room. Upon receiving your email, we will assign you and your friend to the same room.

What is your cancellation and refund policy?

All tour reservations are fully refundable if you cancel within 7 days of booking. If you cancel after 7 days but at least 45 days before your tour, we will refund 50% of your payment. Cancellations made within 45 days of the tour are non-refundable.
If we need to cancel a tour due to unforeseen or exceptional circumstances, we will provide a full refund of your purchase price. We cannot provide refunds if you choose not to participate in any part of the tour.
Note: We apply a processing fee to all cancellations.

Do I need a visa or K-ETA to travel to South Korea?

On December 11, 2024, the Republic of Korea extended the K-ETA exemption for U.S. citizens visiting Korea for up to 90 days for business or tourism through December 31, 2025.
If you are not a U.S. citizen, please check with the Korean embassy or consulate in your country for the latest visa and entry requirements before traveling.

Will there be mental health or wellness sessions on the tour?

Yes, every tour includes live wellness sessions, mindfulness meditation, guided group deep-dives, and mental health workshops, led personally by Jeanie Y. Chang, LMFT.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Yes, let us know in advance, and we do our best to accommodate all dietary requirements throughout the trip.

Customer Reviews

“As a two-time tour participant, I can honestly say the Noona’s Noonchi formula of combining the culture and history of Korea through the lens of K-Drama, K-Pop, and mental health is utterly unique. There are no shortcuts with the planning; every detail is thought out, and the tours evolve as new dramas are released.”

Amanda, USA

“Witnessing belongingness and mindfulness with Noona’s Noonchi was the best experience I’ve had in a long time. From the very first day, the team gives you the warmest welcome.”

Shirlie, Canada

“The description of the tour exceeded all of my expectations. My first time in Korea was such a memorable one. Thanks to all who made it possible. I had so much fun meeting everyone, visiting K-drama locations, and trying new food. I will be back soon, Korea”

Noah Harrington

“This tour truly captured lightning in a bottle with the fantastic chemistry of the participants and the organizers. I felt that there was so much for us to see and do while also giving space for some free time to explore. Watching dramas since my return has added an extra element of the “I’ve been there” feeling, and I love it. This tour was the perfect balance of examining why K-Drama is so beneficial for mental health while also exploring the culture and history of an amazing country.”

Mason Vance

“I have not felt this physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy for a long time. This trip was the key to that feeling! Thank you for all that you did and for organizing such a wonderful experience.”

Ava Winchester

K-Drama Tours & K-Pop Healing Tours in South Korea

2027 Tours

Meet You In Korea MultiCity KDrama Healing Tour “The Flagship” April 6-13, 2027

Meet You In The Magic Shop K-Pop Healing Tour – Hometown edition “BTS Belongingness” April 20-27, 2027

LUXURY K-Mindfulness, Beauty, & Longevity Retreat | Seoul & Jeju Island May 23-28, 2027

Meet You In The Magic Shop K-Pop Healing Tour – Jeju edition “BTS Belongingness” June 3-10, 2027

Meet You In Korea Seoul & Jeju K-Drama and K-Pop Healing Tour “The Hybrid” September 21-28, 2027

Meet You In Korea MultiCity KDrama Healing Tour “The Flagship” October 19-26, 2027

2026 Tours

Meet You In Korea K-Drama Healing Reunion Tour: Coastal Edition (with Jeju Island) May 4–11, 2026 – Spring Tour

Meet You In Korea Tour (Seoul + Jeju) K-Drama Healing Tour September 1 – September 8, 2026

Meet You In Korea K-Drama Healing Reunion Tour: Coastal Edition (with Jeju Island) – Fall Tour: September 14–21, 2026

Meet You In Korea Tour MultiCity K-Drama Healing Tour October 12 – October 19, 2026

Meet You In Korea Tour MultiCity K-Drama Healing Tour October 26 – November 2, 2026

What Are K-Drama Tours?

What's Included in a K-Drama Tour with Noona's Noonchi

Tour Info

Duration

Group size

Age range

Walking Type

Type Tour

K-Drama Tour Highlights

Inclusions

Not Included

Why We Call It a "Healing Tour" (Not Just a Filming Location Tour)

Meet Jeanie Y. Chang

Mental Health Expert and Licensed Therapist

What You'll Experience on Our K-Drama & K-Pop Healing Tours

Locations

For ARMY

Wellness

Group Size

Editions

Our Story: The Original K-Drama Healing Tour

Best Time to Visit & Travel Tips

Best Time to Travel

Group Size & Age

Meeting Points

Dietary Needs

Local Etiquette

Noona's Noonchi vs. Other K-Culture Tour Operators

FAQs

Customer Reviews

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