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South Korea by Bicycle

South Korea
Available Departures: Mar, Apr, May, Aug, Sep

10 days from

US$3,995

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Guided Group
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An authentic taste of South Korea, exploring on excellent cycle ways

Trip Code: KOMB
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Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

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Suitable for reasonably fit individuals, such as weekend walkers and cyclists. There can be the occasional more difficult day.

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South Korea by Bicycle

Highlights
  • Spend time in Seoul and in Andong, South Korea’s ‘spiritual capital’
  • Five days of quite leisurely cycling on excellent, well-surfaced bike trails
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed, 600 year-old Hahoe Folk Village
  • Wonderful South Korean cuisine and almost all meals included

At a Glance
  • Group Size 4 to 16
  • 5 days biking
  • 293 kilometres
  • 100% road - 100% vehicle supported
  • Join In Seoul

Accommodation & Meals
  • 9 Breakfasts
  • 7 Lunches
  • 8 Dinners
  • 9 nights Hotel
Overview

Join us on this delightful South Korean cycling journey, showcasing some of the country’s finest inland cycling routes and scenery. South Korea seamlessly blends age-old tradition with state-of-the-art modernity. Dubbed the ‘Land of the Morning Calm,’ this peninsular nation evokes images of misty mountains, serene rivers, and ancient heritage. Yet, alongside this tranquility throbs the electrifying pulse and metropolitanism of its bustling cities and the technological dynamism that is apparent in all things from commerce to transport.


This tour has been designed to provide a taste of the real South Korea as we complete a series of quite leisurely rides along the country’s world-class cycling paths to discover both the old and the new. Starting in Seoul, we hit the ground running with a ramble through its historic core before spending five days cycling beside wide rivers that meander through rolling hills, fertile farmland and thriving towns. Before returning to Seoul, we have 2 nights in Andong and a day off the bikes as we explore nearby Hahoe Folk Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back 600 years. Most nights are spent in small cities hardly visited by foreign tourists, and during mealtimes we can sample the diverse and delectable world of Korean cuisine.

Is this holiday for you?

This trip is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness who includes cycling amongst their leisure activities. There are 5 cycling days averaging a little under 60 kilometres each day with accumulated ascents each day totalling around 500 metres. The cycling is predominantly on the country’s world-class cycling paths, for the most part following rivers and generally quite level wi …

This trip is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness who includes cycling amongst their leisure activities. There are 5 cycling days averaging a little under 60 kilometres each day with accumulated ascents each day totalling around 500 metres. The cycling is predominantly on the country’s world-class cycling paths, for the most part following rivers and generally quite level with only minor undulations. At times our route will divert onto rural roads where low levels of traffic may be expected. At the beginning of the cycling route in Seoul we’ll be riding in bike lanes. On some days we’ll be using the support vehicle to get to the cycling start point or get from the end point to the day’s hotel. Your guide’s expert knowledge of the area and terrain means that you always know what is coming up in terms of distance and difficulty. This makes a tremendous difference, as does the constant supply of water and refreshments along the way.

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Itinerary

Your holiday starts at the hotel in Seoul. Airport transfers are not provided - there is a safe and reliable taxi service from Seoul Airport. The remainder of the day is free to explore at your choice.

Accommodation

Hotel

After breakfast you will have the rest of the morning free. Then, at 1300 hrs you will meet the group and your tour leader in the lobby of the hotel. The tour leader will then take the group for a first taste of Korea's enigmatic past, using Seoul's excellent public transportation system for a ride into the city's historic heart and a visit to the Gyeongbokgung Palace. This massive walled complex houses beautifully adorned royal halls, traditional architecture, and serene courtyards, harking back to the early days of the Josean Dynasty which ruled the Korean Peninsula for a whopping five centuries! We'll also stroll through the nearby neighbourhood of Insa-Dong which - crammed with boutiques, craft shops, cafes, and eateries - showcases that seamless blend of old and new so characteristic of Seoul. In the evening we'll enjoy a welcome dinner - our first of many Korean feasts on this tour!

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B D

Our first day of riding involves a striking visual shift from mega city to countryside. Starting from the heart of metropolitan Seoul, we ride on designated bike lanes, avoiding congestion while still feeling the high-octane energy of the capital city all around us. For the first 8 kilometres we cycle beside the Cheonggyecheon Stream, a greenified urban waterway which cuts right through the city. We will then loop onto the Han River Bike Path, riding around 40 kilometres along waterfront roads, parks, and promenades. Along the way we'll see many local cycling enthusiasts enjoying rides of their own - Seoul is truly one of the most cycling friendly cities in the world! The further we press forward, however, the crowds thin out and Seoul's skyline and urban sprawl begins to fade in the distance. Approaching the confluence of the Han and Bukhan rivers, it will be as if we have been transported to a different world. The final 20 kilometres of the ride lead northwards along a bike path following the course of the Bukhan River, surrounded by lush countryside and rolling hills. We spend the night near the city of Namyangju in Gyeonggi Province.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Ascent

500 M

Descent

500 M

Time

4 - 5 hrs cycling

Distance

60 KM

We continue our journey along the banks of the Bukhan River, riding north to the city of Chuncheon. While, for the most part, the riding is relatively flat with no big climbs, we are pretty much surrounded by a topography of rolling hills at all times - 70% of South Korea is covered by hills and mountain ranges after all! The initial 10 kilometres of the ride are along the river before cutting through a cultivated valley floor, cycling past a mix of open fields, farmlands, and communities buzzing with life. We rejoin the river after a further 20 kilometres and from here we skirt along its course all the way to Chuncheon. Along the way we cross multiple bridges and enjoy long stretches of quiet, backcountry riding across forested hillsides. Tonight we stay in Chuncheon which, besides being well known for 'dakgalbi' (Korean-style chicken and vegetable stir-fry), is perhaps most famous for being the setting for the enormously popular K-drama series, Winter Sonata.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Ascent

500 M

Descent

470 M

Time

4 - 5 hrs cycling

Distance

61 KM

We make a short transfer in the support vehicle to get us back to the vicinity of Namyangju. Here we saddle up and follow the Bukhan River south to a convergence with the Namhan River, another of South Korea's major waterways. We follow its course southwards to the city of Yeoju. This is another fantastic day of cycling along a dedicated cycling path hugging the river, offering an unfolding panorama of life in central Korea. At times rural and at times more urban, the visuals are ever changing, though always accompanied by the river and rolling hills! We end the ride in the city of Yeoju, renowned for its centuries-old heritage of ceramic craftsmanship, particularly its exquisite Korean porcelain, which has earned it the title of 'City of Porcelain.'

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Ascent

575 M

Descent

565 M

Time

5 hrs cycling

Distance

72 KM

We begin the day with a short ride to Silleuksa Temple. Here we get a taste of ancient Korea as we explore this splendid Buhddhist temple complex situated by the river and dating back to the 6th-century. We'll learn about the early days of Buddhism in Korea and appreciate the well-preserved architecture, such as the main hall adorned with exquisite ceramic roof tiles, each intricately designed with floral motifs. Back on our bikes, we continue south along the Namhan River bike path, cutting through serene rural landscapes covered with rice paddies and villages. Our cycling end point is Chungju where we hop aboard the support van and transfer southwards to the small city of Sangju where we spend the night.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Ascent

440 M

Descent

410 M

Time

4 hrs cycling

Distance

50 KM

On our last riding day we switch rivers one final time as we cycle east from Sangju along the Nakdong River. This is a particularly scenic rural area, with the river - and our cycling route - meandering its way through rice paddies, vegetable farms, quaint villages, and dense woodlands. While we stick to the valley floor, panoramas of the lush hillscape surrounding us are ever present. We end the ride near Andong Hahoe Village and then hop in the van to get to our hotel in nearby Andong city. Hahoe Village deserves a couple of hours on its own so we will return again the following day to give it our full attention!

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Ascent

400 M

Descent

340 M

Time

4 hrs cycling

Distance

50 KM

Today is set aside for an off-saddle exploration of Andong Hahoe Village, a treasure trove of Korean history and tradition dating back 600 years. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the village displays the pre-modern, clan-based lifeways of rural Korea at the time of the Joseon Dynasty. We will wander the winding streets and peek into the well-preserved, tile-roofed houses known as 'hanok'. The village is also renowned for its expressive and colourful wooden masks which are used in performances of Korean folklore. After our ground-level exploration of the village, we'll hike up to the nearby Buyongdae Cliff, which provides a bird's-eye view of the picturesque Nakdong River and the sprawling countryside that stretches beyond.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

This morning, there is the option to visit a nearby Korean hot spring sauna (known as jjimjilbang) to soothe your muscles before we head back to Seoul. The transfer time is around 3 hours and after checking into the hotel we'll reconvene for a farewell dinner. A shot or two of soju may be in order to celebrate our cycling achievements!

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

B L D

Your holiday ends after breakfast. Transfers to Seoul Aiport are not included.

Meals

B
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Essential Information

We've compiled some of our Frequently Asked Questions to help you learn more about this amazing trip.

  • An experienced local English-speaking cycling guide
  • Support vehicle and driver
  • All accommodation as described
  • Meals as per the Meal Plan
  • Snacks and drinks when cycling
  • All activities as described

  • Travel insurance
  • Visa (if applicable)
  • Airport transfers
  • Tips for local crew and drivers
  • Miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc
  • Bike Carriage on the flights - please check with your carrier for charges
  • Bike hire

The group will meet at the hotel in Seoul. Airport transfers on arrival and departure are not provided, because there is a reliable taxi service which provides the most cost-effective way of getting from the airport to the group hotel and vice versa.

Clients booking a Land Only Package MUST provide the KE office with full details of their flights.

Hotel contact details and an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation.

Breakfast and dinner on Day 2 and all meals from that point until breakfast on Day 10 are included in the trip cost.

Water from the taps may not be drinkable in all locations on this trip - please check with your guide. We recommend taking water purification tablets and a reusable bottle with a filter such as Water-to-Go, which can both be used to help make safe other water sources. Please note that we do not encourage the purchase of single use plastic bottles.

Korean cuisine is largely based upon rice, vegetables, and meats. Traditional Korean meals are noted for the number of side dishes. Kimchi (traditional fermented vegetables) is served often, sometimes at every meal. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is available everywhere in Korea, but is not included in the price.

During this trip you will spend 9 nights in various tourist-class hotels and guesthouses of a good standard, each with twin-share rooms and en-suite facilities. All accommodation is allocated on a twin-sharing basis and if you are travelling by yourself you will be paired up with another single client of the same sex. Single room occupancy can be arranged for all nights on payment of the single supplement charge.

The group will be accompanied throughout by a professional English-speaking local biking leader. Groups of 9 persons or more will have a second biking leader. All our guides are well informed in the history, culture and religions of the area where you are biking and are skilled at passing that knowledge on to you. Your guide is also medically trained and an experienced cyclist, able to handle most minor repairs en route.

A total of about $250 (or equivalent in sterling or euros) should be allowed for miscellaneous expenses, soft drinks and beer. The currency in South Korea is the won. ATMs with a ‘Global’ sign often accept foreign cards and usually have basic instructions in English. Motels, hotels, shops and restaurants in cities and tourist areas accept foreign credit cards, but there are still plenty of restaurants and small businesses that don’t. Be prepared to carry around some cash, especially when we are touring outside the main cities.

Tipping is not commonly practiced or expected in South Korea. But you might want to consider tipping your local guide(s) and driver(s) depending on the service they provide. The best way to do this is as a group at the end of the holiday with each member of the group contributing $40 to $50 in local currency.

If you are taking your own bike, we suggest that a ‘hardtail’ mountain bike with front suspension is appropriate for this holiday. It should have a good range of gears and we recommend you fit fast-rolling all-rounder or semi-slick tyres which work well on the surfaced roads and non-technical trails typically found on our Adventure Cycling holidays.

Since you are depending on your bike to transport you throughout your holiday, it’s important to ensure it is in good working order. If you are not mechanically minded, get your local bicycle dealer to service it for you.

Please contact us if you are unsure about the suitability of your bike.

Bike hire is available on this holiday. Our local agent has Scott Sportster X40 hybrid bikes with lightweight alloy frames, 700C (road bike) wheels and Shimano components including a full range of gears and disc brakes. The hire cost is $295 (September 2024 and subject to change). If you use clip-in pedals normally you should take these with you and if you want to use your own saddle, this can also be fitted. A helmet must be worn at all times when cycling and you should take your own. If you want to hire a bike, please contact the KE office and we will pass on your request to the local agent. Payment must be made before travel and should be made directly with the local agent via the following payment link www.spiceroads.com/pay. You must first notify KE of your preferred bike option along with your height and we will make the reservation on your behalf. Once the reservation is confirmed, we will email to you a unique reference code which you need to use when making your payment. Your payment for bike hire does not cover you if you lose the bike or damage it beyond 'fair wear and tear'. We must stress that your hire contract will be with the local hire company and that KE cannot be held responsible for any issues arising from bike hire.

Airlines require that you pack your bike properly for travel and for this holiday we recommend that you use either soft bike bag or a purpose-made bike box or case. Whether you are using a bag or a case, you will need to partially dismantle your bike to pack it. Please note that bike bags or boxes will be placed in secure storage and will not travel with us during the course of the trip.

Please contact us if you have any questions about travelling with your bike. 

Throughout this trip we have the back up of a support vehicle which wil carry the group’s baggage and shadow the group on the day's ride. The van can not always directly follow the bikes on the bike paths, but it is never too far away. The support vehicle carries water, energy-restoring local fruit and soft drinks which are freely available on cycling days. The support vehicle can pick up any group members who wish to take a break from cycling at any time. Basic spares and tools are carried by the guide and on the support vehicle, though we cannot guarantee having spares for every conceivable problem. Carrying a basic tool kit, a spare tube and a pump while riding is recommended.

Apart from your bike in its bag or box (if you are taking your own bike), you should travel with one main item of luggage, such as a robust holdall or similar, with or without wheels. You should also take a small day pack to carry valuable items such as cameras and GPS devices whilst travelling. This can also carry minimal essentials during the rides.

Your baggage allowance on the flights will depend on your airline. When choosing your flights, whether booking them directly or through KE, you will need to consider the cost of carrying your bike. These costs are your responsibility.

For each holiday there is a minimum number of participants required to enable it to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to run'. You can check the trip status for each departure in the ‘Dates and Prices’ table. Other than in exceptional circumstances, we will not cancel a trip once it has achieved this guaranteed to run status so you are free to proceed with your international flight booking and other travel arrangements.

The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required, and you should have at least 2 blank pages for each country that you visit.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Please ensure that you check for the latest advice before travel. For the most up to date information on entry requirements, please visit the UK Government website.

Visa South Korea

A visa is not required by citizens of more than 100 countries including the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand for a stay of less than 90 days.

A full list of countries not requiring a visa can be found on the Korea Visa Portal https://www.visa.go.kr/

If you have a severe allergy please inform the KE office before you travel. We will do all we can to help, but we cannot guarantee an allergy free environment on KE trips. You will need to carry your own treatment for the allergy with you, as 'adrenaline auto-injectors' are not carried as standard by KE leaders and staff. You should inform your leader on arrival of your allergy, and let them know where you keep your adrenaline pen.

VACCINATIONS

You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you require any specific vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella, along with hepatitis A and typhoid. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro.

The better shape you are in, the more you will enjoy your trip. We suggest that you follow a sensible weekly exercise regime and fit in a number of long cycle rides before your holiday. This will also provide you with an opportunity to make sure your riding kit is tried and tested before you travel. Whilst cycling is obviously the best activity to prepare you for this trip, running and swimming are also good for developing aerobic fitness and stamina.

Korea has four very distinct seasons: spring from mid-March to the end of May; summer from June to August can be very hot and sticky; September through end of November is fall; and winter from December to mid-March. The best time of year to visit is autumn, when skies are blue, the weather is usually sunny and warm and the forested mountainsides are ablaze with astonishing fall colours. Spring, from April to June, is another beautiful season, with generally mild temperatures and cherry blossoms spreading north across the country in April.

As a reputable tour operator, KE supports the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's ‘Travel Aware campaign to enable British citizens to prepare for their journeys overseas. The 'Travel Aware' website provides a single, authoritative source of advice for all kinds of travellers and we recommend that before travel, all KE clients visit the official UK Government website at travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and read the FCDO Travel Advice for their chosen destination. North Americans can also check out the U.S. Department of State website: www.travel.state.gov for essential travel advice and tips.

KE treat the safety and security of all clients as the most important aspect of any trip we organise. We would not run any trip that we did not consider reasonably safe.  Should the FCDO advise against travel for any reason, we will contact everyone booked to travel to discuss the situation.  We receive regular updates directly from the FCDO and are in constant touch with our contacts on the ground.  If you have any questions about government travel advice, please call our office.

KE do not encourage the use of single use plastic items. We are ensuring that our agents all over the world are working together to reduce the problem and educate those around them. We are leading by example in our KE office by reducing our plastic use.

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It is an essential condition of joining a holiday with KE Adventure Travel that you have a valid travel insurance policy to cover the cost of medical treatment and to protect the value of your holiday in the event of cancellation.  When taking out insurance please ensure the policy you choose covers you for the activities and altitude included in your itinerary.

For appropriate insurance cover we recommend Campbell Irvine Direct.  Please go to our Travel Insurance page for further information and to get a quote.

This holiday is part of our Explore International range. Participants on these trips can book through KE or through one of our international partners. This helps us to gather together sufficient numbers of like-minded adventurers to get your holiday up and running quickly. Led by an English-speaking guide, the cosmopolitan nature of these groups can be an important part of the experience!

For this holiday you will need your usual cycling clothing, including shoes, cycling gloves and helmet (which must be worn at all times when cycling).

Whether you are hiring a bike or taking your own, we recommend that you take the usual day-ride essentials of: mobile phone, multi-tool, mini-pump, tyre levers, spare (700C) tube and puncture repair kit.

Bike Wear

  • Cycling helmet (the EN1078 safety standard is a requirement).
  • Cycling shoes
  • Daypack or mountain bike-specific hydration pack (e.g. Camelbak)
  • Water bladder or bottle
  • Padded cycling shorts
  • Long leg cycling trousers or leg warmers
  • Base-layer – short sleeve cycling tops
  • Mid-layer - long sleeved cycling tops
  • Fleece jacket or jumper
  • Lightweight windproof gilet
  • Lightweight waterproof jacket
  • Regular biking gloves
  • Buff
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun cream (inc. total bloc for lips/nose)
  • Camera

Other Stuff

  • Travel and off-the-bike clothing and footwear
  • Wash bag, towel, toiletries, including anti-bacterial handwash
  • Headtorch and spare batteries
  • Swimwear
  • Basic First Aid kit and personal medication
  • Insect repellant
  • Chamois cream (e.g. Assos/Ozone)
  • Water purification tablets
  • Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags)

Spares

If you are hiring a bike you do not need to bring any spares. The hire bikes are provided in good condition and a supply of spares is carried. You may be asked to pay directly for any spares used, especially in the case of crash damage or damage by mis-use.

If you are taking your own bike, you should consider taking a minimum of spares, including a couple of spare spokes (for each wheel if they are different), spare brake blocks (or brake disc pads), chain links/chain connector, rear derailleur hanger and any non-standard parts specific to your bike.

Repairs

Whilst not essential, it is a good idea that you familiarise yourself with how to carry out at least some basic repairs to your bike e.g. changing an inner tube and fixing a puncture. Your bike guide will be happy to help with repairs and general maintenance, but being able to carry out a simple repair yourself could save the inconvenience of having to wait for assistance.

Hydration and Energy Snacks

You should take suitable water bottle(s) (one is provided) or a hydration pack and you should also consider taking a small supply of the gels, power bars or sports drink mix that you would normally use on a ride at home.

Please contact us if you have any questions about your equipment.

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DATES & PRICES

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  • South Korea by Bicycle
    Without Flights
  • Departure Reference: KOMB/01/25/
  • This trip begins on Fri 28 Mar and ends on Sun 6 Apr
  • This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$625
  • Single Supplement Price: US$645 - Includes 8 group hotel nights from Day 2 to Day 9. .
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  • South Korea by Bicycle
    Without Flights
  • Departure Reference: KOMB/02/25/
  • This trip begins on Fri 9 May and ends on Sun 18 May
  • This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$625
  • Single Supplement Price: US$645 - Includes 8 group hotel nights from Day 2 to Day 9. .
  • Download Trip Notes

More Information

  • South Korea by Bicycle
    Without Flights
  • Departure Reference: KOMB/03/25/
  • This trip begins on Fri 29 Aug and ends on Sun 7 Sep
  • This departure is available to book. Secure your place today with a deposit of US$625
  • Single Supplement Price: US$645 - Includes 8 group hotel nights from Day 2 to Day 9. .
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Land Only Information

The LAND ONLY dates and prices are for the itinerary starting and ending at the hotel in Seoul. Airport transfers both on arrival and departure are not provided. Taxis are readily available and low cost.

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The price of our holidays can change depending on a variety of factors but unlike some other tour operators, KE have undertaken to guarantee the Land Only price of your holiday will not change after you have booked. The price when you book is the price you will pay, whether you are booking for this year or the next. Book early to avoid any tour price increases, get the best flight prices and take advantage of our 'No Surcharge Guarantee'.

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