Tour Overview
When visiting Busan, you can't miss Jinju's cherry blossom viewing area. Jinju's Hadong Shimni Cherry Blossom Road is known as the most beautiful road in South Korea. Enjoy lunch with a seafood pancake set recommended by renowned chef Baek Jong-won for a fulfilling day, not to be missed!
Tour Dates: April 1-9, 2019
Recommended Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Busan & Jinju:
[Maikdo Ecological Park for Cherry Blossom Viewing in Busan, South Korea]
Maikdo Ecological Park, located near the mouth of the Nakdong River in Jinju, South Korea, has long been a popular spot for Busan residents to enjoy cherry blossoms. While cars are prohibited, the Busan Cherry Blossom Road, which stretches along the Nakdong River, is a perfect choice for travelers seeking a leisurely stroll beneath the cherry blossom trees in Jinju, South Korea.
[Cherry Blossom Viewing in Jinju, South Korea - Hadong Sim-ni Cherry Blossom Road]
Located near Busan, Hadong Sim-ni Cherry Blossom Road boasts taller cherry trees. Two rows of snow-white cherry blossoms stretch down the road, forming a perfect arc. Walking along the road, the pink and white blossoms are reflected on the river, creating a breathtaking scene. Legend has it that walking hand in hand with your loved one while walking along the road promises a life of eternal happiness, earning it the nickname "Wedding Road." Every year during Korea's cherry blossom season, the road is blanketed in vibrant blossoms, complemented by the stunning views of the Seomjin River and Jirisan Mountain. It's considered Korea's most beautiful road!
[Jinju, South Korea] Many historical events are closely linked to Jinju, including the Jinju Victory, one of the three great victories of the Imjin War, the martyrdom of Yeon-jeop during the Imjin War, and the Jinju Peasants' Uprising of 1862, the starting point of the nationwide peasant uprising. Jinjuseong, Korea, was known as Gyureseong during the Three Kingdoms Period and Juseokseong during the Goryeo Dynasty. It was renamed Jinjuseong during the Joseon Dynasty. These walls, built in the late Goryeo Dynasty to defend against Japanese pirates, became a crucial barrier during the Imjin War (1592), the 25th year of King Seonjo's reign, preventing Japanese pirates from invading Jeolla Province. The First Battle of Jinjuseong, one of the three major victories of the Imjin War, is remarkable for the fact that with only 3,800 soldiers at the gates, they not only successfully resisted the Japanese pirates, who outnumbered them tenfold, but also prevented the enemy from invading Jeolla Province, a key food source. Jinjuseong is filled with stories of patriotic loyalty, including Juseok Tower, the monument dedicated to Kim Si-min's victory over the enemy, the Yigi Shrine, the Seojangdae (West General's Terrace), the Bukjangdae (North General's Terrace), the Jangnyeoshrine (Changnyeo Shrine), the Jinju National Museum, the Hoguksa Temple, and an outdoor performance hall. (Source: Korea Tourism Organization)
Activity process
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07:30 Meet at Busan Seomyeon Station Exit 12
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08:15 - 09:30 Maidao Ecological Park - Romantic Cherry Blossom Road
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11:30 - 12:30 Lunch - Seafood Pancake Set ※Recommended by Korean food chef and host Baek Jong-won
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13:00 - 14:00 Jinju Riverside Cherry Blossom Avenue
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15:00 - 16:30 Hadong Shimri Cherry Blossom Road ※Known as the most beautiful road in Korea
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19:30 Dismissal at Busan Seomyeon Station Exit 12
Travel Notes
- Departures on April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, and 9, 2019
- Combined tours - Departures for groups of six or more
- Hotel transfers are provided for chartered tours (Busan, South Korea only). Additional charges apply to hotels outside of Busan, South Korea.
- Departures will be made on rainy days, unless there is a downpour. In the event of inclement weather, a rescheduled date or full refund will be arranged.
- If the tour cannot be completed due to insufficient numbers or an emergency at the travel agency, a full refund will be issued.
- No refund will be given if the tour cannot be completed due to traffic conditions on the day of departure.
- Date changes: Requests must be made at least 7 days before departure. A handling fee of KRW 10,000 will be charged for each successful date change.
Tour Pricing
The cost includes:
1. Busan Cherry Blossom Viewing Entrance Fee
2. Lunch
2. Driver/Tips
3. Vehicle Fees/Gas/Tolls
The cost does not include:
1. Personal expenses
2. Personal insurance
Cancellation Clauses
Standard 10-Day Cancellation Policy
Full refund if canceled 11 days before travel
If a passenger cancels their reservation between 3 days (including the 3rd day) before the start of their trip, no refund will be given.
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 cancelled due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, no refunds will be given.
In the event of force majeure such as natural disasters, Tripbaa will proactively notify the applicant of postponements or refunds.
Standard 10-Day Cancellation Policy
Full refund if canceled 11 days before travel
Cancellations made between 3 and 10 days before the start of the trip (including the 10th day) will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made within 3 days before the start of the trip (including the 3rd day) will not be refunded.
Cancellations made within 3 days before the start of the trip (including the 3rd day) will not be refunded.
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Requests to reschedule due to personal reasons will be deemed cancellations and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy outlined above.
If participants cancel their participation during the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refunds will be given.
In the event of force majeure such as natural disasters, Tripbaa will proactively notify you of a postponement or refund. Passengers who cancel their trip 11 days before the start of their trip will receive a full refund.
Passengers who cancel their trip 11 days before the start of their trip will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made between 3 and 10 days before the start of the trip (including the 10th day) will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made 3 days before the start of the trip (including the 3rd day) will not be refunded.
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 cancelled due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, no refunds will be given.
If a natural disaster or other force majeure event occurs, Tripbaa will proactively notify the applicant of any postponement or refund.
Cancellations made 11 days before the start of the trip will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 3-10 days (including the 10th day) before the start of the trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellation within 3 days (including the 3rd day) before the start of the trip will not be eligible for a refund.
If participation is cancelled due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, no refund will be given.
If a natural disaster or other force majeure event occurs, Tripbaa will proactively notify you of any postponement or refund.
Cancellations made 11 days before the start of the trip will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 3-10 days (including the 10th day) before the start of the trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellation within 3 days (including the 3rd day) before the start of the trip will not be eligible for a refund.
If participation is cancelled due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, no refund will be given.
If a natural disaster or other force majeure event occurs, Tripbaa will proactively notify you of any postponement or refund.
Cancellations made 11 days prior to the start of the trip will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 4-10 days (including the 10th day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 50% handling fee.
Cancellations made 3 days (including the 3rd day) prior to the start of the trip will not receive a refund.
Rescheduling requests due to personal reasons will be deemed cancellations and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy outlined above.
If participation in the event is terminated due to reasons beyond the organizer's control, no refund will be given.
In the event of force majeure such as natural disasters, Tripbaa will proactively notify you of postponements or refunds.
Meeting point:
Busan Seomyeon Station Exit 12
Getting There
07:30: Meet at Exit 12 of Busan Seomyeon Station
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