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| Jeju Island Tours: Luxury
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| One of the best ways to see what all that Jeju Island has to offer is to drive along its coastal highway. With views of the deep blue sea and black basalt cliffs, a leisurely drive is the highlight of the trip. Whether you choose a luxurious Jeju tour by car or a budget tour by bike, it is all about enjoying the natural beauty of the Jeju coastline. Both have advantages: cruising around in a convertible car and sightseeing in style, while riding around on a bike is a fun-filled, youthful way to enjoy the island. |
| Luxury Tour |
| [Day 1] |
Air transportation (round trip, Korean Air or Asiana Airline) 180,000 won
Convertible car rental & gas 600,000 won
Olle Resort 750,000 won
Admissions (Hallim Park, Sanbanggulsa Temple) 7,200 won
Submarine tour 51,000 won
2 meals 30,000 won |
| [Day 2] |
Best 6 tourist site admissions 17,500 won
Lunch 15,000 won
Lotte Hotel dinner buffet 58,000 won
Seaes Hotel 630,000 won (with Ocean pool) |
| [Day 3] |
Admissions (Movie Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, Udo Island, Bijarim Forest) 13,100 won
2 meals 30,000 won |
| Total : 2,381,800 won |
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| Budget Tour
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| [Day 1] |
Air transportation (round trip, Jeju Air) 102,000 won
Bike rental (4 days) 40,000 won
2 meals 20,000 won
Yongcheonsu shower 1,000 won
Admissions (Hallim Park) 5,000 won
Private lodging 30,000 won |
| [Day 2] |
3 meals 30,000 won
Admissions (Sanbanggulsa Temple, Jusangjeolli) 4,200 won
Donnaeko camping (with tent rental) 10,000 won |
| [Day 3] |
3 meals 30,000 won
Private lodging 30,000 won |
| [Day 4] |
Admissions (Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, Udo Island, Bijarim Forest, Manjanggul Cave) 9,300 won
Kayak 13,000 won
2 meals 20,000 won
(* Price of meal (10,000 won) is based on baekban in Jeju restaurants which costs about 8,000~9,000 won.) |
| Total: 344,500 won |
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Luxury Tour: 2-nights, 3-days Driving Tour along the Coast
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On this luxury tour, you’ll see the coastal areas in a convertible car, which allows you plenty of freedom to do what you like, whether it is stopping to listen to the waves or enjoying a cup of tea. The roads are good and there aren’t many cars, and this makes the island a paradise for drivers. All in all, this is a great vacation. Follow us as we take a leisurely 2-nights, 3-day tour driving around Jeju Island.
How can I rent a car?
Rental car centers are located next to Gate 2 on the arrival floor (F1, Domestic Terminal) of Jeju International Airport. With a wide selection of companies offering similar rates, you can rent a car when you arrive or make a reservation in advance.
Most young people prefer a convertible car but there you may select a car of your choice. Rates range from 150,000 won to 250,000 won for 24 hours (including insurance).
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| Day 1 Drive Jeju’s Seobu (West) Coastal Drive |
The western coast of Jeju Island is characterized by a deep blue sea, black basalt cliffs, and a coastal road that provides an open view of the sea. Unlike other tourist venues, the attraction of this course is the beautiful natural coastline and beaches. Make sure to stop at Hyeopjae Beach to see the exquisite colors of the sea. Later, stop at Songaksan Mountain (despite its name, it is not a high mountain) for a submarine tour and enjoy the sky’s afterglow as the sunsets.
＊ Recommended Course
Jeju Airport → Iho Beach → Hyeopjae Beach → Moseulpohang Port → Songaksan Mountain → Sanbangsan Mountain |
| ● Nearby Tourist Attractions |
| ● Useful Tips! 1. Enjoy a Southeast Asian-style Pool Villa at Jeju- Olle Resort |
Olle Resort is all about relaxation, with an outdoor pool, restaurants, a spa, a putting green, and a DVD/book rental store. Olle is a “pool villa,” one of the few such accommodations in Korea. The most recommended are those with their own private pools. The suites, which are either single-story or two-story, have a wood-paneled interior, a jacuzzi, a home theater, and a fireplace. Best of all, each room has its own 8-meter-long pool where you can relax and have fun throughout the day. You can also enjoy golfing or yachting at Olle Resort.
Rate: 280,000 won~750,000 won per night
Tel: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) +82-64-799-7770 (Korean)
Homepage :
www.jejuolle.co.kr(Korean)
Location: Near Hagwi-ri Coastal Drive on Northwestern part of Jeju
| ● Useful Tips! 2. Explore Sea World at 20 meters below - Submarine Tour |
This submarine, which accommodates 50 passengers, descends 20 meters into the undersea world teeming with life. After boarding the first boat, passengers will enjoy a 15-minute ride out to sea before reaching the submarine dock and transferring to a yellow submarine. The submarine then takes you into the depths where you can view rainbow colored coral reefs and a variety of many fish. A diver lures a small shark and other fish towards the windows to the delight of passengers watching from within.
The finale of the submarine tour is the huge sea spray created as the submarine surfaces. When you return to shore, don’t forget to pick up your free photo next to the ticket counter. The trip takes about an hour.
Fare: 19+ years old: 49,500 won, 13~18 years old: 39,600 won, 12 and under: 29,700 won (Mara Maritime County Park has separate admission of 800 won~1,500 won)
Tel: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) +82-64-794-0200 (Korean)
Homepage: jejusubmarine.com(Korean)
Location: Songaksan Mountain |
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| [Day 2 Visit the Best Six Tourist Attractions in Seogwipo] |
On the second day, you’ll visit a number of attractions at the Jungmun Resort. After booking a hotel in the Jungmun area, rent a car – and you’ll be off to visit the sites! Even if you can’t see everything in a day, you’ll be more than satisfied with these six recommended destinations. |
| ● Best 6 Tourist Attractions in Seogwipo |
| ● Useful Tips! 1. Dine in Style with a Volcano Show - Lotte Hotel Dinner Buffet |
The highlight of the Jungmun tour is a dinner buffet at the Lotte Hotel. You’ll enjoy a very special experience complete with a delicious international cuisine and a live pop band performance. The highlight of this garden buffet is the volcano fountain show, which features special visual and sound effects, including a fire-breathing dragon and a fantastic fountain. We recommend that you have your dinner at 6:30pm and then enjoy the show at 8:30pm. The 12-minute show runs from April to mid November.
Price: 58,000 won
Tel: +82-64-731-4277~8 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Homepage : lottehotel.co.kr
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
| ● Useful Tips! 2. Get First-Class Service in a Hanok – Seaes Hotel |
If you want to enjoy the traditional ambience of Korea, then Seaes Hotel is your best choice. This is the first hotel in Korea to offer traditional Korean style accommodations in buildings that are traditional on the outside but have modern interiors. The hotel offers individual rooms with a garden, and some hotels come with an outdoor pool. Located on an ocean cliff, the surrounding landscape is fantastic.
Rate: 220,000 won~1,200,000 won per night
Tel: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) +82-64-735-3000 (Korean, Japanese)
Homepage : seaes.co.kr (English, Japanese)
Location: Next to the International Convention Center |
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| [Day 3 Drive Along Jeju’s Dongbu (East) Coastal Drive] |
On the last day, explore Jeju's Dongbu Coastal drive. This will take you to Seopjikoji and Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, as well as to Pyoseon Beach and Hamdeok Beach. We also recommend Jeju's most beautiful Jongdal-ri coastal drive. If you have time, visit Udo Island, which is famous as the film location of Il Mare.
* Recommended Course
Seogwipo → Pyoseon Beach → Seongeup Folk Village → Seopjikoji → Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak Peak → Bijarim Forest → Hamdeok Beach → Jeju Airport |
| ● Nearby Tourist Attractions |
| ● Useful Tips! 1. View the Other Side of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak – A Pleasure Boat to Udo Island Island |
Known as the island within an island, Udo can be reached by boat from Jeju. Once on the island, visitors can drive along the coastal road. But for a totally unique experience, board a pleasure boat, which will not only take you to Udo Island, but also treat you to a view of the cliffs on the opposite side of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak.
Fare: 19 years old and older: 15,000 won, 13 years old and below: 8,000 won (There is a separate admission of 1,000~1,500 won to Maritime Park)
Tel: +82-64-1330 (Korean)
+82-64-784-2333 (Korean)
Homepage : jejuseaworld.co.kr(Korean)
Location: Udo dock near Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak
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| * 3 Useful Tips for Traveling in Jeju |
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Contributor : Park, Ji-hyun
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| Budget Tour – 3-Night 4-Day Biking on the Coastal Drive! |
The roadway along the deep blue coastal waters offers a paradise for cyclists. Most of the drive is flat and automobile traffic is light, allowing for the full enjoyment of biking from spring to autumn. Being physically fit and having the spirit of determination are prerequisites for the budget tour since you will be pedaling all day long. While it may be more tiring than the luxury tour, biking allows a closer look at Jeju’s natural wonders, so more and more people are opting for it. Here is a preview of the youthful type of a 3-night 4-day budget tour of Jeju.
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| * How can I rent a bike? |
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A mecca for biking, Jeju has many bike rental shops. Make a phone reservation for pick-up service at Jeju Airport or the Ferry Terminal (with a minimum 3-day rental). Remember to give an accurate account of your height, weight, gender, number of days you will stay, and sightseeing itinerary. Some companies supply raincoats, baggage ropes, locks, maps, camp stoves, burners, and mats for free as part of the rental package, so check it out in advance. Bike rental fees range from 6,000 won to 10,000 won depending on the type of bike and length of use. Helmet rental is about 3,000 won.
Recommended! Hiking Jeju-do:
Bike rental 5,000 won~7,000 won per day (for 3-day rental)
Telephone: +82-64-721-4802 (Korean) +82-11-639-4802 (Korean)
hikingjejudo.co.kr (Korean) |
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| [Day 1: Jeju Airport ~ Hyeopjae Beach (about 34km)] |
Pick up your bike at Jeju Airport and start your trip. On the first day, you will sightsee the northwestern part of the island. Traveling west on the coastal road from the airport, the deep blue sea and black stone beaches will be on your right side. Passing by Iho Beach on the way to Oedo-dong, you’ll see many old Jeju-style houses. Mid-way along the Suwol-ri Coastal Drive, you’ll come to a natural basalt pool filled with seawater. Then, enjoy the jade colored waters of Hyeopjae and Geumneung beaches before wrapping up the first day.
Accommodations include many private lodgings nearby, as well as camping on the beach (in July and August).
Rates are between 30,000 won and 50,000 won per night. Day 1 includes some ascents that may tax your energy, but the landscape is so beautiful it will be well worth it.
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* Recommended Course
Jeju Airport →
Yongduam Rock → Iho Beach → Aewolhang Port → Gwakji Beach →
Hallim Park →
Hyeopjae Beach
● Sightseeing Point!
Hagwi-ri~Aewol-ri Coastal Drive: This part of the road offers the best combination of the blue sea and black basalt rocks, and the endless stretches of strange rock formations are wonderful for taking photos. Near the town of Gonae-ri, you may also see the famous women divers of Jeju. |
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Make your Bike Trip More Enjoyable!
Enjoy a Yongcheonsu Shower for 1,000 won
Since the old days, local people have enjoyed yongcheonsu (springwater) showers. Shower facilities were built at the spot where the springwater comes from and are managed by the community. Visitors can enjoy a shower of healthy refreshing water from some deep underground springs. Admission is only 1,000 won. A towel and soap is provided and the shower is opened from 9am till 10pm.
Open all year round. It is located on the coastal drive at Dodu-dong.
Telephone: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
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| [Day 2: Hyeopjae Beach ~ Seogwipo (about 80km)] |
The Day 2 itinerary is relatively easy. Unlike the first day, this part follows a flat and virtually traffic-free road. The best attraction is the cacti, which can be seen after you pass through the town of Wollyeong-ri. You’ll continue to see these cacti until you reach Sanbangsan Mountain, and again from Songaksan Mountain past Moseulpo Port. However, be sure to stay focused as you enter the Jungmun Resort, where the coastal drive ends and downtown roads (with more traffic) appear. The Jungmun resort offers numerous tourist attractions, so be sure to work it into your schedule ahead of time. |
* Recommended Course
Hyeopjae Beach → Moseulpohang Port →
Songaksan Mountain → Sanbangsan Mountain →
Jusangjeolli →
Jungmun Beach →
Oedolgae Rock
● Sightseeing Point!
-Yongsu-ri Coastal Drive : Here, six 60-meter high wind turbines are in operation, creating an unusual sight. At Yongsu-ri, you’ll get a feeling for the quiet ambience of a Jeju town.
-Sindo-ri Coastal Drive : This town is famous for squid fishing. At the port, you will find five to six middle-aged women selling squids. Be sure to see the interesting method for drying the squid. A squid, at only 1,000 won, is tender with a salty flavor.
Others: Wind turbines, cacti, squid town, Oedolgae Rock, Jungmun Beach Hotel walking paths along the cliff |
| ● Nearby Tourist Attractions |
※ Make your Biking More Enjoyable!
Lotte ~ Silla ~ Hyatt Hotel Cliff Walking Path
This is the best highlight of the trip, which are the walking paths at Jungmun Resort. First, visit the theme park on basement level 3 of Lotte Hotel, where the drama All In was filmed. As you walk straight ahead from the Windmill Garden, you’ll see the Jungmun Beach Observatory and to the right, you’ll come upon the entrance to the cliff’s walking path. This path is also connected to the walking paths of the Silla and Hyatt hotels. The surrounding landscape is fantastic. The film locations of the movie Swiri and the drama All In are located here. There are a few connections to the beaches along the path. A round trip takes about an hour.
Telephone: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) +82-64-731-1000 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) |
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| [Day 3: Seogwipo ~ Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (about 50km)] |
After visiting numerous tourist attractions on day 2, you’ll return to the quiet Ilju Drive and Coastal Drive. The first half of the itinerary will cover Ilju Drive, while the latter half covers the flatter Coastal Drive. There are no attractions, so you can pedal your way to the next destination of Seopjikoji at a leisurely pace. But be prepared for many ascending areas on your way up to Seopjikoji. |
* Recommended Course
Seogwipo → Sinyeong Movie Museum → Pyoseon Beach → (Seongeup Folk Village) → Seopjikoji → Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak
● Sightseeing Point!
Pyoseon-ri Coastal Drive : The sparse traffic makes biking relatively easy. Enjoy the Jeju Sea and take a break at the expansive white sandy beach of Pyoseon. The beach is famous for its beautiful waters all year round. |
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※ Make your Biking More Enjoyable! ‘Wahaha Guesthouse'
In the Seongsan Ilchulbong area, there are many private lodges and motels with rates between 30,000 won and 40,000 won. If you want to stay at a guesthouse, we recommend Wahaha Guesthouse located along Pyoseon-ri Coastal Drive. It has dormitory rooms available for only 10,000 won. However, this will require you to shorten your Day-3 itinerary and add more on Day 4.
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For more on mid to low-priced accommodation in Jeju, click here!
(including Wahaha Guesthouse) |
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| [Day 4: Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak ~ Jeju Airport (about 70km)] |
Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak is famous for its sunrises. Bike up early in the morning for the sunrise (round trip 40 minutes) and bike your way towards the northeastern part of Jeju. Day 4 presents two options: the first one is a trip to Udo Island and the second is a trekking experience on an oreum (volcanic formation). Select one of the options to enjoy in the morning. In the afternoon, you’ll be biking a long way on the coastal drive. Both options would be too much to squeeze into one day.
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* Recommended Course
Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak → (Option 1: Udo Island, Option 2: Darangswi Oreum & Bijarim Forest) → Manjanggul Cave → Hamdeok Beach → Jeju Airport
● Sightseeing Point!
Hado-ri ~ Jongdal-ri Coastal Drive : This is the most romantic coastal drive in Jeju. On the right, you will see the endless jade-colored sea where you can enjoy swimming. Along Hado-ri Coastal Drive, take a break at Seokdawon, where you’ll see smooth stones of every shape precariously balanced upon one another. During the low tide in August, you can walk to Tokkiseom (Rabbit) Island to see crinum (amaryllis family) in full bloom. |
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※ Make your Biking More Enjoyable!
1. Kayaking at Hamdeok Beach
At Hamdeok Beach, you can enjoy an hour of leisurely kayaking. It is safe since the water is shallow (for the average person), and after brief instructions, you are good to go! You won’t need a swimsuit since swimwear is available for rental. Both one- and two-person kayaks are available at a fee of 13,000 won per hour.
Telephone: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) +82-11-697-4466 (Korean)
Location: Part of the coastal area where there is a Gureum Dari (Cloud Bridge) at Hamdeok Beach
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2. Two-Hours of Biking on Udo Island
Udo is an island located near Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. With a road along the coast, it is great for biking. The island also has some tourist attractions such as Sanho (Coral) Beach and Udo Lighthouse that you can visit. Otherwise, just enjoy the bike trip. There are two or three bike rental shops at Udo Port. Make sure to get a lock (a must whenever you want to stop and park) and an island map (it is in Korean, but it will still be useful to know the route) when renting a bike.
→ For more on Udo Island, click here! |
3. Two-Hour Trekking on Darangswi Oreum!
In Jeju, there are 360 oreums. A volcanic cone that failed to explode, an oreum is like a small hill. The trekking course on Darangswi Oreum near Bijarim Forest is quite difficult with a 30-degree ascent, but once you reach the top, the fantastic view of Jeju Sea, Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, and Udo Island can be seen, making the upward climb all worthwhile. The course takes about two hours round trip.
Telephone: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) |
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Recommended Campsite in Jeju - Donnaeko Resort!
Located in Seogwipo, Donnaeko is a backpackers’ favorite. This campsite terrain is terraced, allowing only one or two tents on each terrace for greater privacy. The site shares a fountain and some restrooms and there are camping kits available for rental. The valley located next to the site makes this a very popular summer destination.
Camping kit per day (tent) 2,000~4,000 won
Tent (4~10 persons) 2,000 won~10,000 won
Sleeping bag 2,000 won, camp stove 1,000 won
Telephone: +82-64-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
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Important Biking Know-How!
1. When biking, make sure to keep to the right side of the road. If you get a flat tire or you encounter problems with the gears, find a nearby bike shop quickly before you encounter a bike injury. Don't forget to get the telephone number or the business card of your bike rental shop in case of emergency.
2. Always prepare a liter of water, a rain jacket, a hat, sunglasses, sun cream, towels, band-aids, and some medicine. Since you are sure to perspire a lot during the bike ride, make sure to have an extra change of clothes. Also, wear a fanny pack around your waist where you can keep items you’ll use frequently.
3. For longer bike trips, make sure to get a padded bike seat cover and bike gloves.
4. In summer, ride mainly in early morning or late afternoon. Try to avoid the heat at the peak of the afternoon. Instead take a break at a nearby tourist attraction or in a coffee shop. |
Tip. How to Get to Jeju!
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Company |
Time
(One-way) |
Price in won
(One-way) |
Travel Destinations |
Telephone |
| Air |
Korean Air
Asiana Airlines |
65 mins
(From Gimpo) |
73,000 ~92,000
(Gimpo-Jeju) |
Gimpo, Daegu,
Busan, Incheon,
Yangyang, Yeosu |
Korean Air 1588-2001
(Korean, English)
Asiana Airlines 1588-8000
(Korean, English) |
| Jeju Air |
75 mins
(From Gimpo) |
51,000~59,000
(Gimpo-Jeju) |
Seoul, Gimpo, Busan |
1599-1500
(Korean, English) |
| Hansung Airlines |
85 mins
(From Gimpo) |
59,000~69,000
(Gimpo-Jeju) |
Gimpo, Cheongju |
1599-9090
(Korean, English) |
| Sea |
Ohamana |
13 hrs |
53,000~140,000 |
Incheon |
+82-32-889-7800
(Korean) |
Seolbongho,
Cozy Island |
11 hrs |
36,000~60,000 |
Busan |
+82-51-463-0605
(Korean) |
Pink Dolphin,
Car Ferry Rainbow |
3 hrs ~4.5 hrs |
21,000~86,000 |
Mokpo |
+82-61-243-1927
(Korean) |
Gangnampungho,
Hanil Car Ferry |
3 hrs |
19,000~43,000 |
Wando |
+82-61-554-8000
(Korean) |
| Namhae Gosok Car Ferry |
4 hrs |
18,000 ~75,000 |
Goheung
(Nokdonghang Port) |
+82-61-842-6111
(Korean) |
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| * 3 Useful Tips for Traveling in Jeju |
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Contributor : Park, Ji-hyun
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