South Korea Chuncheon Autumn Marathon RUN-cation, 5 days

The iconic Chuncheon Marathon is back! After 3 years of wait, this year’s marathon will be held on October 23, on the best course with a fantastic view of Samaksan Mountain and the blue Uiam Lake. Be in awe with its spectacular autumn colours which the running event is famous for.

Duration: 5 days

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Itinerary

Trip Highlights
~ Visit Nami Island for its spectacular fall foliage scenery;

~ Visit Sutasa Temple Ecological Forest Park in Mount Gongjak;

~ See the alpacas in South Korea’s largest forest experience park;

~ Enjoy the beautiful scenery in Garden of the Morning Calm;

~ Take a ride on Samaksan Mountain Lake Cable Car for an overview of Chuncheon City;

~ Walk on the transparent glass bridge of the Soyanggang Skywalk;

~ Enjoy peace and tranquility at Happy Meadow Ranch;

~ Have a fun ride on Gangchon Railbike;

~ Jimjibang experience after Chuncheon marathon event.

Day 1 Seoul – Gangwon

Meet your trip facilitator at Seoul Train Station at 2.00 PM. Enroute to Gangwon, visit Nami Island for a spectacular view of the autumn foliage. Check into your hotel in Gangwon before enjoying an included welcome dinner.

Meal: Dinner

Stay: hotel, Gangwon

NOTE: It is advisable to arrive a day earlier in Seoul. We can assist to arrange your pre-stay near Seoul Train Station.

Day 2 Gangwon

Warm up your leg muscles with a relaxing morning run around the resort vicinity. Visit Sutasa Temple Ecological Forest Park in Mount Gongjak. The thousand-year-old Suta Temple is located at the foot of Mt. Gongjak, one of the 100 noted mountains of Korea, and boasts crimson foliage during autumn.

Get close and personal with the cute alpacas and animals at Alpaca World. This animal ranch is the largest forest experience in South Korea covering 110,000 square feet of natural setting surrounded by forest and mountain valley.

Take in the beautiful water colours of fall when visiting The Garden of the Morning Calm. The colony of tall Japanese larch creates the bulk of the landscapes of the garden in autumn. You will notice the harmony of yellow and red foliage in every corner of the garden.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Stay: hotel, Gangwon

Day 3 Gangwon

Enjoy another relaxing morning run around the resort vicinity as you get used to running in the cooler weather. After which, visit Samaksan Mountain Lake for a cable car ride to see the view of Uiamho Lake and Chuncheon city from above.

Get close to Uiamho Lake from the Soyanggang Skywalk, a 174-metre long and transparent glass floor covering 156 metres of the lake. The end of the skywalk is equipped with a circular plaza and an observatory where you can enjoy an open view of the area, perfect for a photo with the background of the landscape.

Then visit the Happy Meadow Ranch for some peace and serenity as you enjoy the breathtaking natural landscape. Enjoy an easy fun ride on the Gimyujeong Railbike with a beautiful view of mountains, fields, and a river in Gangchon Rail Park. The total course of the rail bike is 8.5 kilometres long with 6 kilometres on the rail bike and the last 2.5 kilometres on a train.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: hotel, Gangwon

Day 4 Gangwon – Marathon Day – Seoul

The Chuncheon Marathon 2022 awaits you today! Take pleasure in a scenic run amongst the prettiest fall foliage in either the 10-KM or 42-KM race distance. For non-runners, you may simply walk the entire 10 KM route, basking in the lovely atmosphere around you as you capture memories with your camera.

Celebrate your achievement with a fabulous lunch and a local Korean hot spring bath before your transfer back to Seoul.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: hotel, Seoul

Day 5 Depart Seoul

Simply rest and relax until check-out time, 11.00 AM. The public transport is easily accessible to bring you to Incheon International Airport for your onward journey.

Meal: Breakfast

Inclusions

~ 4 nights accommodation;

~ 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners;

~ transportation as per itinerary;

~ all sightseeing as per itinerary;

~ run registration for Chuncheon marathon (10 KM or 42 KM).

Exclusions

~ return air tickets to Incheon, South Korea;

~ return airport transfers;

~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;

~ visa/K-ETA application, if required;

~ tipping for local driver and guide.

Important Notes

~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of total tour price 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.

~ Only book your air ticket to South Korea when you have been informed to do so.

~ Minimum group size: recommended 4 persons.

~ 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/experiences 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 and/or experience.

~ 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.

~ If circumstances (such as bad weather for example) beyond our control make changes necessary, Travel Wander and the race event organiser reserve the right to make change to the inclusion of the itinerary / race route. There will not be refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.

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

~ Runners who do not wish to take part in included activities/experiences, there is no refund.

~ 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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Season	10 – October

South Korea Chuncheon Autumn Marathon RUN-cation, 5 days