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Snowshoe Adventures in Ulleung-do South Korea, 4 days

Snowshoe Adventures in Ulleung-do South Korea, 4 days

Discover the most secret island of South Korea, Ulleung Island. This volcanic island is 210km away from the mainland and named by Lonely Planet as one of the world’s top 10 secret island that you should visit! 

Ulleung Island has the rain fall due to its gentle climate however it turns into snow world during the winter season, and it’s totally empty during the winter time. It means it would be the best destination for snow adventure. 

Its not just day trekking! It is discovering the most secret island of South Korea and its secret trail and its history with your hearts!

Trip Duration: 4 days

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Itinerary

Day 1      Seoul – Pohang City – Ulleung Island

You will be met at your hotel in Seoul and transfer to Pohang City to catch the ferry towards Ulleung Island. After dinner, rest early in preparation for your adventure the next 2 days.

Meal: Dinner

Stay: pension, Ulleung Island

 

Day 2    Ulleung Island

Your adventure starts today with a snowshoe hike up Seonginbong Peak trail. Seonginbong Peak is Ulleung Island’s highest point at 984 M. The hike boasts pristine scenery and fluffy powder snow along the route.

Get on a 4×4 wheel taxi to go to a trailhead. Put on snow shoes and start exploring toward to the top of mountain. After arriving at the top of peak,  walk down to Nari Basin.

Check in a hotel in downtown of Ulleung Island. You may explore downtown of Ulleung Island after dinner.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: hotel, Ulleung Island

Hike Distance: 10 KM

 

Day 3    Ulleung Island

Return to Nari Basin in a 4×4 wheel taxi. The village at Nari Basin is located inside the crater of Ulleung Island.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: hotel, Ulleung Island

Hike Distance: 10 KM

 

Day 4    Depart Ulleung Island

Before boarding the ferry back to the mainland, trek along Ulleung Island’s coastal trail which offers the beauty of Ulleung Island. Arrive Pohang city at 7.10 PM approx. You may wish to take the transfer back to Seoul make your own onward journey.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Inclusions

~ land transfer from Seoul to Pohang City;

~ return ferry from Pohang city to Ulleung island;

~ 3 nights accommodation in Ulleung Island;

~ 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners;

~ English-Speaking Outdoor Guide;

~ necessary transportation on the island.

 

Exclusions

~ air travel to South Korea;

~ visa arrangement, if required;

~ rental of equipment for snowshoe hiking;

~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;

~ expenditure of personal effects;

~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.

Important Notes

~ A non – refundable, non-transferrable deposit of SGD 300 per person is required at the time of booking.

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

~ Only book your air ticket to Amsterdam, Netherlands when you have been informed to do so.

~ Should you require a visa to enter Netherlands, 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 and the Co-ordinator. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.

~ 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.

~ Trip grading is an indication of the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.

~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due to (not limited to) bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.

~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.

~ If cyclist presents difficulty in completing the ride of the day, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the cyclist (and travel companions) in mind. The cyclist can fast track to the next accommodation making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.

~ Cyclist may choose to terminate the ride early during any time of the planned cycling day or make it a rest day, and fast track to the next accommodation by making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Should the cyclist wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.

~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.

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

~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.

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