An inter-city bus connecting major tourist attractions in South Korea will start operating this week for the convenience of foreign travelers, the culture ministry said Monday.

The service, named K-travel Bus, will exclusively serve foreigners who want to travel outside the capital city starting from Friday, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said.

Passengers will tour around the nation for two days for US$170, a trip that includes transportation, lodging, an English-speaking guide and admission fees.

The bus will take foreign visitors to major tourist destinations in Gangwon Province, Gyeongsang Province and Jeolla Province, as well as this year's tourism picks -- Tongyoung, Jecheon and Muju.

Foreigners can make reservations at www.k-travelbus.com. (Yonhap)