Ancient Paths and Modern Views: Private Ganghwa Day Trip
This 9 to 10-hour Ganghwa Island tour uniquely blends Korean history, culture, and scenic beauty, offering travelers rare insights and hands-on experiences beyond Seoul.
Visit the Ganghwa Peace Observatory to view North Korea up close, explore the harmony of East and West at Ganghwa Anglican Cathedral, and experience traditional fabric dyeing at Sochang Experience Center. The day concludes with coffee at Joyang Bangjik, a former textile factory turned vintage cafe, perfect for photos and relaxing in a nostalgic ambiance. This tour’s mix of culture and history is ideal for travelers seeking unique, meaningful experiences in Korea.
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Ancient Paths and Modern Views: Private Ganghwa Day Trip
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What's included in Ancient Paths and Modern Views: Private Ganghwa Day Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ganghwa Peace Observatory
*All participants must have their passports. You can see North Korean land from Ganghwa Island, which is 70 kilometers away from Seoul. Despite being of the same ethnicity, people from South and North Korea cannot freely cross back and forth across the river that divides them. You can hear the historical story of the Korean War in 1950 and the subsequent modern history of Korea. You will spend about an hour here. (The duration includes travel time from the pickup location. )
Ganghwa Anglican Cathedral
Ganghwa Anglican Church is a place that demonstrates how western modernity and Protestantism fused with indigenous culture during the late 19th to 20th centuries in Korea. You can experience an unique atmosphere with a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western interior designs.
Sochang Cheheomgwan
Including travel time to the drop-off location. The textile industry played a significant role in the industrial development of South Korea in the 20th century. Until the 1960s-1970s, Ganghwa Island had many large textile factories. In this place, you can hear stories about South Korea's industrialization. You will spend about an hour here. (The 3 hours below include travel time.)
Inclusions
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up and drop-off any Seoul hotels/accommodations you are staying. Please advise us your hotel name and address.
