A Journey of Discovery, Identity, and Connection for our future leaders


📍 South Korea | December 26, 2025 – January 2, 2026

What is the Dream Tour?

It is our Dream to grow and develop future leaders.

The 2025 Dream Tour is more than a trip—it's a transformative, identity-building experience designed for Korean adoptees and ASIA Families volunteers ages 18–35. Sponsored by ASIA Families, this unique 8-day journey offers participants the chance to experience Korea not as tourists, but as locals—immersed in the culture, language, and everyday life of the country.   


The trip will be free for participants—ASIA Families will sponsor the entire program. You will only be responsible for covering your airfare and travel insurance.

The tour is rooted in ASIA Families’ vision to empower young people by helping them reconnect with their heritage and develop as future leaders in their communities. Participants will deepen their connection to Korean culture, engage in meaningful service, and form lasting friendships with fellow adoptees, ASIA Families volunteers, and Korean locals.  

Whether you’ve always dreamed of visiting Korea or have been searching for a deeper connection to your roots, the Dream Tour is your opportunity to explore, reflect, and grow.



Tentative Tour Highlights

  • Cultural Immersion

  • Hands-on Korean cooking classes

  • Historical and cultural site visits

  • Korean language workshops

  • Community Building

  • Bond with participants.

  • Collaborate with Korean young adults in friendship-building activities

  • Reflect on shared experiences of identity and belonging

  • Meet Korean Leaders

  • Hear firsthand from professionals in education, business, and the arts

  • Learn about the culture of modern-day Korea

  • Give Back Through Service

  • Engage in meaningful volunteer work with underserved communities

  • Learn the value of service through a Korean cultural lens

  • Create Your Story

  • Document your journey in a 3–5 minute impact video

  • Share your identity exploration with the ASIA Families community


Who Should Apply?

Ideal applicants are:

  • Korean adoptees ages 18 to 35

  • Connected to ASIA Families for at least 3 years (priority given to 5+ years)

  • Past participants in ASIA Families programs (e.g., Korean Culture School, Camp Rice, previous tours or other events)

  • Individuals who have volunteered with ASIA Families within the past 5 years

  • Passionate about connecting with their Korean identity and sharing their story

🛂 A valid passport (not expiring before Jan 2027) is required.


Application Process

📝 Apply by May 30, 2025
Applications open May 1, 2025. Selected participants will be notified in June.

Applicants must submit:

  1. Completed application form

  2. A short bio (500–1,000 words)

  3. A written OR video essay about your adoption experience and what you hope to gain

  4. Two references (submitted separately to koreatour@asiafamilies.org by June 15, 2025)

  5. Headshot (JPG or PNG)

✈️ Note: Participants are responsible for their own airfare and travel insurance.

What Past Korea Tour Participants Say

“This trip brought me closer to my roots.”
— A Tour alum

“Made me feel more connected to Korean culture/people, our foster family, and other tour families/staff..”
— Korean adoptee, a former Tour participant

FAQs

Is this a birth search tour?
No. While the Dream Tour encourages personal reflection and cultural connection, it is not a birth-family search program.

Can I apply if I haven’t volunteered recently?
We prioritize applicants who have volunteered in the past 5 years. If you’re not sure whether you qualify, please reach out to us at info@asiafamilies.org.

How many people will be selected?
Only 25 participants will be selected to keep the experience intimate and meaningful.

Do I need to speak Korean?
Not at all! Language workshops will be part of the experience, and translators will be available as needed.

Application Review Committee will review the applications and notify you by June 30, 2025.

Be a Part of the Dream Tour Legacy

For 15 years, ASIA Families has supported Korean adoptees in reclaiming their heritage and forming strong community bonds. The Dream Tour is a celebration of that legacy—and your opportunity to be part of something deeply personal and profoundly powerful.

🌟 Deadline to Apply: May 30, 2025
📧 Questions? Contact us at koreatour@asiafamilies.org