Tour Overview
From an abandoned quarry to an art and tourism destination, visit Pocheon Art Valley, a popular filming location for Korean dramas. [Herb Island Paradise] boasts over 340 varieties of herbs, attracting guests from variety shows like "RUNNING MAN, Dad is Back." Enjoy authentic Korean cuisine with [local vegetable sambal] for dinner, each bite of which will leave you unforgettable. Escape the hectic city life and experience the fresh air of rural Korea for a relaxing break. Fully private transportation saves time waiting for transportation, making the experience comfortable and suitable for all ages. Chinese-speaking staff provide assistance throughout the tour, ensuring smooth communication.
[Abandoned Quarry Transformed into Pocheon Art Valley]
Besides being the filming location for "Can You Hear My Heart?", the newly popular Korean drama "Legend of the Blue Sea" also filmed here, making this area an instant hit. Art Valley's most impressive features are its angular mountain walls and turquoise lake, while the expansive scenery of the sculpture park is truly refreshing. A former abandoned quarry, now transformed into a popular tourist destination by incorporating cultural and artistic elements, the site offers unforgettable views of Cheonju Lake. Tours include exclusive monorail tickets.
[Exciting Herb Journey – Herb Island]
A popular filming location for Korean variety shows like "RUNNING MAN, Dad is Back," this is the world's largest indoor botanical garden, boasting over 340 varieties of herbs cultivated within its greenhouses. More than just a herb exhibition space, it's a fairytale-like amusement park. Even a full day here won't be boring. The herb-based breads and snacks are also not to be missed.
[Searching for the Aroma of Traditional Wine – Sanha Winery]
Pocheon has long been renowned for its clear waters, making the traditional wine made with this water a truly mellow and delicious favorite. Sanha Winery, nestled in a traditional courtyard style, is not only a museum but also offers a variety of experiences, including winemaking, unlimited tastings of hawthorn wine, and strolls through the gardens.
Enjoy the [Local Vegetable Rice Bowl] for dinner.
The restaurant features a variety of fresh vegetables harvested daily from their own organic farm, paired with stir-fried pork slices in their homemade fermented black bean sauce, creating a traditional local dish. Enjoy the simple yet delicious flavors of home.
Activity process
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12:45 SC Bank, Hongdae Subway Exit 5
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13:15 Myeongdong Station Exit 2
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13:30 Meet at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station Exit 11
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15:00 Arrive at Hawthorn Winery and enjoy unlimited hawthorn wine tasting for about 1 hour
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16:15 Arrive at Pocheon Art Valley and enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature. Free time for about 1.5 hours
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18:00 Dinner: [Local Vegetable Rice Dinner] Meal time: approximately 1 hour
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19:30 Visit Vanilla Island Park's Evening Light Festival. Free time for about 1 hour
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20:30 Return to Seoul. Travel time is about 1.5 hours.
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22:00 Arrive at Dongdaemun/Myeongdong/Hongdae and disband, ending a wonderful day
Travel Notes
1. This tour is for 6 people. One infant under 3 years old can accompany each of the two adults free of charge (but not including seat, meal, and entrance fees).
2. The tour price includes all listed entrance fees, dinner, transportation, driver, and Chinese-speaking staff.
3. Lunch is not included on the day of the tour. Please enjoy it in advance or bring your own food to eat during the tour.
4. If attractions/restaurants charge entrance fees or meal fees for children under 3 years old, these will be paid on-site.
5. Each participant will receive a bottle of Korean distilled water and a complimentary [Jeju Direct Orange Rice Cracker] (excluding children under 3 years old).
6. To ensure fairness to all participants, it is your responsibility to arrive at the meeting point on time. Latecomers will not be accommodated. If the meeting time remains unchanged, no further individual contact will be made before departure. Please simply arrive at the meeting point on time as originally scheduled in the itinerary.
7. If a guest fails to arrive at the meeting point on time due to personal reasons, our staff will not be responsible for notifying or waiting for them. No refunds will be given. Please note this.
8. Special Dietary Requirements: Due to the diverse culinary culture in Korea, most restaurants only offer one menu. Meals provided on the itinerary are pre-ordered. If you have special dietary requirements, such as vegetarianism or food allergies, please prepare them yourself. However, no refunds will be given for such requests.
9. The above times are approximate and are subject to change based on traffic and weather conditions. We will depart as scheduled even if it rains. Please note that the tour will not depart until 12:00 PM.
10. Due to frequent traffic congestion in South Korea, we strongly recommend that you avoid arriving in Korea on the first day or returning to your home country on the last day to avoid missing your meeting time or flight.
11. If the tour is canceled due to inclement weather (e.g., typhoons, snowstorms) or other force majeure, we will notify you by 6:00 PM on the business day before departure and arrange for a rescheduling or refund.
12. If the meeting time is changed, our staff will contact you via WhatsApp, Line, or WeChat one to two days before departure.
13. All our tour buses are insured with the Korean government's comprehensive insurance, but we recommend that you purchase your own travel insurance for more comprehensive coverage.
14. Friendly reminder: If any unexpected incidents occur during the tour, we will do our best to assist you. However, we will not be held responsible for any injuries or deaths caused by unforeseen circumstances. Please note this.
Tour Pricing
The cost includes:
All expensive entrance fees, lunch, transportation, driver and Chinese staff fees listed in the itinerary are included
The cost does not include:
Personal expenses, transportation, meals, etc. not stated in the itinerary
Cancellation Clauses
Cancellations made 15 days prior to the start of the trip will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 8-14 days (including the 8th day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made 0-7 days prior to the start of the trip will not be refunded.
If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A 10% handling fee will be deducted for the refund. Alternatively, the event may be rescheduled to a later date, in which case no refund will be made.
Rescheduling requests due to personal reasons will be deemed cancellations and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy outlined above.
If participation is terminated due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.
Meeting point:
Hongdae/Myeongdong/Dongdaemun
Getting There
Please choose your own meeting location.
12:45 a.m. / SC Bank, Hongdae Subway Station, Exit 5
1:15 p.m. / Myeongdong Station, Exit 2
1:30 p.m. / Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, Exit 11
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
