Autumn 8 days Jeonju&Damyang&Mt.Naejangsan&Nami Island&Rail Bike on Early Nov

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Incheon airport - Seoul/No Meal(X/X/X)

Pass By: Incheon International Airport
Arrival at Seoul and Meet a driver at Incheon international airport and hotel check-in: Seoul

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: - 3 star : Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star : Best Western Arirang Hill or BestWestern Kukdo Hotel

Day 2: Seoul - Jeonju/Meal(B/L/D)

Stop At: Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Jeonju Hanok Village are over 800 traditional Korean hanok houses. especially beautiful for its unique roof edges, which are slightly raised to the sky.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jeonju Korean Traditional Wine Museum, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
The Jeonju Korean Traditional Wine Museum offers visitors the unique chance to explore the world of traditional Korean liquor.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jeonju National Museum, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
The Jeonju National Museum was exhibition of Jeollabuk-do’s most prized cultural treasures.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Deokjin Park, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Deokjin Park is centered around a natural pond

Stop At: Gyeonggijeon Shrine, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Gyeonggijeon Shrine was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: 롯데마트 전주점
You can go grocery shopping to Lotte Mart
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Jeonju bibimbab
• Dinner: Rice wine table – Must try food raw rice wine(Makgeolli)
Accommodation included: White Tourist Hotel in Jeonju

Day 3: Jeonju - Damyang - Gwangju/Meal(B/L/D)

Stop At: Pungnammun Gate, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Of the four original city gates, this is the only one left standing
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jeondong Catholic Church, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Jeondong Catholic Church in Jeonju was built in honor of Roman Catholic martyrs of the Joseon Dynasty on the very same spot the martyrs lost their lives, is made of gray and red bricks.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jeonjuhyanggyo Confucian School, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
When you get to Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian School, you will see one Ginko tree. Ginko tree is a Confucian school that was a national education center during the Joseon period.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Omokdae and Imokdae, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do
Omokdae is Hanok village observatory which is located on top of a steep hill.

Stop At: Damyang Juknokwon, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
There is Bamboo park which is an oxygen-rich bamboo forest. 
The cooling breeze that blows through the bamboo provides rest, relaxation, and mind-soothing meditation.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Metasequoia-lined Road
This gorgeous path of metasequoia trees is the entire 8.5km is lined with tall metasequoia trees reaching lofty heights of 10-20 meters. while fall sees the leaves becoming deep brown foliage that bends and sways in the autumn breeze
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: local food
• Dinner: local food
Accommodation included: Damyang Boo Hotel in Damyang

Day 4: Damyang - Mt. Naejangsan - Seoul/Meal(B/L/D) 

Stop At: Naejangsan National Park, Sunchang-gun, Jeollabuk-do
It is the best mountain in Korea for viewing autumn’s crimson leaves.
Because of the bright crimson leaves that blanket Naejangsan Mountain in fall
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Naejangsa Temple, Jeongeup, Jeollabuk-do
When you get to Naejangsa temple, there is Uhwajeong pavilion where you can see Ginko road.
The scenery of the pavilion and foliage reflecting on the lake is like a painting.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Baekyangsa Temple, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
Baegyangsa, also spelled Baekyangsa, is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: local food
• Dinner: local food
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or Best Western Kukdo Hotel

Day 5: Seoul - Gapyeong - Rail Bike - Sokcho/Meal(B/L/D) 

Stop At: The Garden of Morning Calm
Scenic walkways, beautifully manicured grass, and flower beds connect the garden's 20 different themed sections.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Nami Island, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do
Nami Island is famous for its beautiful tree lined roads.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Rail Park
Gangchon Rail Bike offers a unique bike ride at speeds of 15km/h
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Korean Chicken BBQ- the best around the city
• Dinner: local food
Accommodation included: The class 300 or similar in Sokcho

Day 6: Sokcho - Mt. Seorak - Seoul/Meal(B/L/D) 

Stop At: Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho, Gangwon-do
The area is famous for its mineral water, hot springs, and waterfalls. There are also several different hiking courses varying in distance and duration(if you want, you can hike to one of easy course)
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gwongeumseong Fortress, Sokcho, Gangwon-do
You can take Gwongeumseong cable car. and see the fascinating rock formations of the Gwonjeumseong region.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sinheungsa Temple, Sokcho, Gangwon-do
There is a great bronze statue called Bronze Jwabul Statue(well over 10 meters high).
It is an ancient temple with deep historical significance and its beautiful scenery.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Daepo Port, Sokcho, Gangwon-do
You will have lunch at Daepo port.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: at Daepo port
• Dinner: local food
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or Best Western Kukdo Hotel

Day 7: Seoul/Meal(B/L/D) 

Stop At: 3355 Hanbok Rental Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul
First, you will head to Hanbok Rental shop and rent Hanbok. Stroll Bukchon Hanok Village wearing Hanbok.
Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul
This is a place of rest for the kings.The rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.
The most beautiful time to see the garden is during the fall when the autumn foliage is at its peak and the leaves have just started to fall.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Insadong Ssamziegil
It is retail center with 4 floors of fashion, art & home goods shops.
You can check handcrafts and art galleries. After that, you will have lunch.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul
Cheonggyecheon is an 11 km long modern stream that runs through downtown Seoul.
When it's Autumn, lantern festival is held here. You can see the rainbow light under the bridge and the waterfall.


Stop At: N Seoul Tower
Take in the breath-taking 360-degree view of the city and check out other highlights which includes the "Locks of Love",
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: local food
• Dinner: local food
Accommodation included: - 3 star: Rex or Benikea Premier Dongdaemun Hotel
- 4 star: Best Western Arirang Hill or Best Western Kukdo Hotel

Day 8: Seoul - ICN Airport/Meal(B/L/D) 

Pass By: Cheong-Wadae
You will pass by the presidential blue house.

Stop At: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul
You will stroll Gyeongbukgung palace and watch change of guard ceremony.
This ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene in Korea, as the ceremony is reenacted exactly as it used to be held, with guards wearing royal uniforms, carrying traditional weapons and playing traditional instruments.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Haneul Park, Seoul
Haneul Park (Sky Park) is full of lush Eulalia and home to the Seoul Silver Grass Festival, held every year in October when the grass is in bloom.
This place was once a wonderful ecosystem where flowers flourished season in and season out, and migrant birds came to visit every year.

Stop At: Gwangjang Market, Seoul
Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest traditional markets in Seoul, is popular with foreign visitors looking to sample some of the best Korean street foods.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Start of Myeondong Shopping Street
Myeong-dong is Seoul's shopping mecca with a mixture of street stalls and retail outlets selling everything from high fashion to Korean cosmetic. You can also taste some street food.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Ginseng chicken Soup at tosokchon
• Dinner: local food
No accommodation included on this day.