2-Day DMZ Coast & Seoraksan Nature Escape

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On the first day of our journey, the magical Seoraksan Mountains await us. These "snowy rocky mountains" will reveal Korea's wondrous natural world. Easy trekking or a good workout—the choice is yours! Either way, a cable car ride is included.

The second day is dedicated to Korea's "dark" history.

A blue-green sea, and in the distance, the Diamond Mountains. But we won't be able to verify whether they are truly made of diamonds; they can only be seen with binoculars. After all, they are located in North Korea. The unique Demilitarized Zone Museum will tell the story of the two Koreas, and we can continue our exploration of history at the beautiful Hwajinpo backwater lake, home to the "summer cottages" of Kim Ilsung and Rhee Syngman.

Features

Why this tour

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Day by day

Your itinerary, day by day

You are welcome to arrive in Korea before the official start of the program. Upon request, we can assist with booking extra nights at the hotel prior to the tour.
Seorak National Park
09:00 · duration, hours: approximately 6
Seoraksan National Park (literally "Snowy Peaks") is considered the most beautiful national park in South Korea. In 1982, the park was included in the list of "Most Important Natural Heritage Sites by UNESCO".

The area of the park is 373 square kilometers, the park is located in the province of Gangwon-do.
- Seoraksan National Park: cable car, Sinheung-sa, Swaying rock
  There is a gondola in the park, which we will use to get almost to the top of one of the peaks of Seoraksan, on which the ruins of the ancient Kwonggeum Fortress (lit., "Kwon Geum Fortress") are located. We get to the peak on foot - it's about 20-30 minutes. From this peak, a magnificent panorama of the East Sea, the resort town of Sokcho and the mountain range of the park opens.
  
  Not far from the lower gondola station is Sineungsa Temple (originally built in the 6th century, but later rebuilt many times). The temple complex includes a statue of the Buddha of Unification (Thonil Buddha), the name of which reflects the desire of Koreans to unite the country.
  
  A picturesque route leads us to Hyndyl Pawi ("swinging rock"). A huge rock will sway at the touch of one person.
  
  Optional, if everybody is in: hiking to the top of Mount Ulsan Pawi; you will have to strain a little - the height of the rock is 873 m.
Hwajinpo Lake, Kim Il Sung's summer cottage, Lee Seung Man's summer cottage, Unification Observatory
09:00 · duration, hours: approximately 6
A journey through Korea's northeasternmost county, Goseong. We'll visit the DMZ, the summer residences of the former leaders of North and South Korea, and Seoraksan Mountain National Park.
- Hwajinpo
  A lake characteristic of Korea's east coast, formed by the gradual separation of a river mouth from the sea by alluvial sand. Hwajinpo is famous for its pine forests and magnificent beach.
  
  The shores of Hwajinpo are also home to the summer residences of Kim Il-sung and Rhee Syngman, the first leaders of the DPRK and the Republic of Korea.
- Unification Observatory
  The northernmost point of the Demilitarized Zone on the South Korean side, offering magnificent views of the East Sea and the Diamond Mountains in North Korea.
- DMZ Museum
  A unique museum in the Demilitarized Zone. From the history of the Korean War to unusual art objects and the famous Trabant.
- Goseong Wanggok Village
  Most of the houses in this village are over a hundred years old. And the surname of most of the residents is Ham. The village is protected by the state, which is why it has preserved its original appearance, with traditional houses roofed with shingles and thatch.
lunch (Korean style)
13:00 · duration, hours: approximately 1
We continue the excursion after lunch.
You are welcome to extend your stay in Korea beyond the official end of the program. Upon request, we can assist with booking extra nights at the hotel after the tour.

Practicalities

What is included

Included

entrance fee
transfers as in daily schedule
breakfasts, if selected accommodation with breakfasts (BB)
accommodation in accordance with your selection
only meals explicitly specified in the daily program

Not included

personal expenses and all other expenses not specified explicitly in the program

Where you go

Your route through Korea

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How much money should I exchange for daily expenses in South Korea?

For meals, budget around $20 per meal for lunch or dinner in a mid-range restaurant. For other daily expenses like transportation, shopping, and entrance fees to attractions, the amount will vary depending on your plans. It’s advisable to have some extra cash for unexpected expenses.

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Where should I exchange currency in South Korea?

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2-Day DMZ Coast & Seoraksan Nature Escape

Why this tour

Your itinerary, day by day

Seorak National Park

Hwajinpo Lake, Kim Il Sung's summer cottage, Lee Seung Man's summer cottage, Unification Observatory

lunch (Korean style)

What is included

Included

Not included

Your route through Korea

Frequently asked questions

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