Jeju East Highlights – Custom Private Guided Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Saryeoni Forest Path Red Ascension Entrance

   Saryeoni Forest Path is a forest walking trail that starts from Bijarim-ro and goes through Mulchat Oreum Volcanic Cone and Saryeoni Oreum Volcanic Cone. Its starting point is located at National Road No. 1112, which is thick with cedars. A variety of species of trees grow in the forest, such as Konara Oak, Red-Leaved Hornbeam, Snowbell, Hinoki Cypress, and cedar. The average altitude is 550m.

   60 minutes here

2. Seongeup Folk Village

   Seongeup Folk Village is a small town that holds a vast amount of culture over a wide period of time from 1410 to 1914. Cultural properties in the folk village have been handed down from generation to generation and include treasures such as residential houses, Confucian shrines and schools, ancient government offices, stone statues, large millstones (pulled by horses or ox), fortress ruins, and stone monuments. Among the cultural gems of the folk village are intangible cultural assets such as folk plays, native foods, local folk craftsmanship, and local dialect. Even the trees are an important part of the area’s heritage. Several zelkova and nettle trees that are hundreds of years old stand at the center of the village, preserving the dignified atmosphere of a bygone era. The Seongeup Folk Village shows the unique culture of Jeju Island. The local tongsi (traditional Jeju restroom) are especially well-known characteristics of Jeju folk culture.

   60 minutes here

3. Gwangchigi Beach

   [Gwangchigi Beach] is One of Olle Trails of Jeju. You can see the entire side view of Seongsan Ilchulpeak at Gwangchigi Beach. Recently Gwangchigi Beach has become an attention as one of 10 secret scenic attractions in Jeju sland 5. Seongsan sunrise peak [Seongsan Ilchul-bong Peak] rose from under the sea in a volcanic eruption over 5,000 years ago. Located on the eastern end of Jejudo Island, it looks like a gigantic crown. The ridge provides an ideal spot for walks and for horse riding as well.

   60 minutes here

4. Seopjikoji

   Seopjikoji, which is located on the east coast of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, is a beautiful coastline filled with canola flowers during the spring, Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak rising up in the background, and the stunning Sinyang Beach nearby. Here you can see the traditional beauties of Jeju, such as a vast land filled with canola flowers growing on the hill, Jeju ponies grazing peacefully, beautiful rocky cliffs, and the legendary Seonbawi Rock standing in the middle of the ocean. What makes Seopjikoji different from other coasts in Jejudo Island is that it is made of red volcanic ash called “scoria”, and possesses strange rock formations that only show themselves when the tide is low are unique.

   60 minutes here

5. Seongsan Ilchulbong

   Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, which is 180m above sea level, erupted underwater in the ocean about 5,000 years ago. This makes it a very rare case among the many craters in Jeju Island. Though people used to farm in the crater, it is now a natural habitat for 200 types of vegetation such as silvergrass and giant angelica, among others, as well as a natural habitat for a variety of wild animals. In popular culture, a scene in the movie ‘Lee Chang-ho’s Baseball Team’ (directed by Lee Chang-ho) was filmed here. Seongsan Ilchulbong has long been considered one of the top scenic destinations in Korea. It attracts millions of visitors a year, many of whom climb to the top for the breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean, Udo Island, Hallasan Mountain, and the volcanic landscape of the east.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

6. Haenyeo Museum

   Learn about Jeju’s haenyeo women divers, recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, through a haenyeo diving demonstration or a visit to the Haenyeo Museum.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Minibus with a guide (8-15pax)

  8–15 Guests | Private Minibus Pickup included

• MINI VAN (3-7pax)

  3–7 Guests | Private Minivan Pickup included

• 5 Seater (1-3pax)

  1–3 Guests | Private Car Pickup included

• Bus with a guide (15-42pax)

  16–42 Guests | Private Coach Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

zh-TW, en, zh-CN

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

KOREA JOY TOUR

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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