Korean Winter Wonderland, 6 days

Experience winter in Korea this holiday season suitable for all ages. And we mean literally enchanting winter wonderland in the province of Gangwon – well known for its highest snowfall and best ski resorts and home to the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang county.

Experience Nami island in true magical moments in its picturesque wintry surrounding. Almost every corner on the island is a perfect spot for pictures. Be enthralled by the highland scenery and the windmills in Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch. Be a day of a winter sport Olympian athlete during the Snow Week Festival enjoying the wide arrays of winter experiences available during the stay in the ski resorts. A truly winter getaway vacation for some great bonding with family and friends.

Trip Duration: 6 days

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Itinerary

Key Highlights
~ Visit Nami island;

~ Korean hot spring experience;

~ Enjoy a tractor ride along snow-covered rolling hills;

~ Be part of Gangwon Snow Week Festival with visits to Olympic sites;

~ Invitation to Hanbok Party Gala Dinner and award ceremony;

~ Receive Gangwon Shopping Voucher eligible for use in the local market;

~ Make a wish at the “Wish Tree” on Wolhwa Street;

~ Visit Jungang Traditional Market.

Day 1 Arrive Incheon – Gapyeong – Hongcheon

Upon arrival into Incheon International Airport, you will be met and transferred in a group. Transfer will leave Incheon airport at 10.00 AM.

First visit of the day will be to Nami island – a hot location for Korean dramas. It is also known as a romantic winter destination. Walk along the snow covered foot paths among the tall white birch trees with a magical feel.

A visit to a hot spring is a must to experience Korean bathing culture firsthand.

Meal: Lunch, Dinner

Hotel: hotel, Hongcheon

NOTE: Your flight arrival time into Incheon Airport should not be later than 0900 hours.

Day 2 Hongcheon – Pyeongchang – Gangneung

Put on your skiing gear as you follow your instructor for a skiing experience for novice. Learn the basic technique that is essential to ski.

Visit Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch. Take a tractor ride that will bring you right into the heart of the farm. Along the way, be mesmerised by the sights of snow-covered rolling hills and gigantic windmills. Spend some time in the sheep ranch where you can feed the sheep – a great experience for the little ones on tow.

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Hotel: hotel, Gangneung

Day 3 Gangneung – Pyeongchang

Transfer to the largest ski resort in Korea – a venue for the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympic Games. Here, also know as Korea’s ski Mecca, enjoys an average snowfall of 250 cm. The entire resort vicinity possesses an enchanted winter scenery and you can truly engage into a total enjoyment of a wide variety of winter sports. It has since included many other leisure winter facilities that can be experienced by the whole family of all ages.

After check in, bid farewell to your guide and driver temporary as you start the Gangwon Snow Week Festival organised by the Gangwon Provincial Government. You may take part in the snow week activities that are available. Visit the Olympic sites. This evening, experience a gondola ride at dusk.

Meal: Breakfast

Hotel: resort, Pyeongchang

Day 4 Pyeongchang

It’s a full day immersion in the snow week with a wide array of activities. Imagine yourself as a winter sports Olympian and join in the fun taking part in friendly matches competing among yourself or with others.

Put on your skiing gear and practise your newly acquired skills with an instructor at the novice slopes. Take part in the snow sled competition to keep your adrenaline pumping.

Tonight, you are invited to a gala dinner prepared for all overseas visitors taking part in the festival. Dress in Korean traditional attire, Hanbok and take part in the cultural game organised by the host. Received a Gangwon voucher worth KRW 10,000 (approx. SGD 11) which you may spend in the local market for shopping.

Meal: Breakfast, Gala Dinner

Hotel: resort, Pyeongchang

Day 5 Pyeongchang – Seoul

This morning, play the curling game in teams of 4 – a sport which players slide stones on ice. It is also known as “chess on ice” or the roaring game.

Meet your guide and driver again. After check out, it’s goodbye to Pyeongchang and visit the “Wish Tree” on Wolhwa Street. The wish tree was built to wish great success to the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympic Games, good luck to the athletes and everyone’s wish comes true. You can leave your wish(es) on the carp-shaped wooden board.

Visit Jungang Market – opened in 1980. There are 2 parts in this market. One part is the traditional market where vendors display their wares along the street – a typical scene of a traditional Korean market, a glimpse about the life of the people in Gangneung. The other part features an underground fishery market. Be sure to savour some of the local Korean street food and snacks.

Meal: Breakfast

Hotel: hotel, Seoul

Day 6 Depart Seoul

Simply rest and relax until check out time, 12 PM. Or depart at your own timing for your onward arrangement/flight back home.

Meal: Breakfast

Inclusions

~ group arrival airport transfer at 1000 hours (10.00 AM);

~ 5 nights accommodation stay;

~ 5 breakfasts, x 1 Lunch, x 3 Dinners;

~ travel in heated/air-conditioned vehicle;

~ service of a English/Mandarin-Speaking guide on day 1, 2, 3 & 5;

~ hot spring admission;

~ tractor ride and sheep feeding experience in Daegwallyeong Sky Ranch;

~ ski experience with lesson and admission, ski attire and ski equipment rental on day 2.

Snow Week Festival
~ ski attire and ski equipment rental on day 4;

~ gondola and snow sled rides;

~ all activities organised by Gangwon Provincial Government.

Exclusions

~ air travel to Seoul, South Korea;

~ visa/ K-ETA arrangement, if required;

~ meals not specified within the itinerary;

~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;

~ expenditure of personal effects;

~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.

Important Notes

~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of total trip quoted value is required at the time of booking.

~ Price may subject to change at the time of booking confirmation. You will be informed if there is any price increase, and you may withdraw within 3 days of notification. As such, your deposit will be fully refunded.

~ Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.

~ This trip is good for 2 persons to go.

~ Should you require a visa to enter South Korea, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure. Check your entry requirement and apply for your visa HERE if you require.

~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.

~ Because snow activities require certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it may not be suitable for travellers with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before taking part in some of the activities included in the itinerary.

~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.

~ There is no refund should you wish not to take part in any of the included experiences as per illustrated in the itinerary.

~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.

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Country	Korea
Season	12 – December

Korean Winter Wonderland, 6 days