Jeju Island Family Tour
Post Gathering Tour: August 6 – 9th, 2007
Detailed program 4-day tour Jeju Island
South Korea’s largest and most Southern island is blessed with scenic beaches, waterfalls, rocky coastlines and lava caves. The island has a lot to offer; activities such as hiking, cycling and diving or simply relaxing on one of the sandy beaches. Colourful flowers and plants cover the island, the subtropical climate is perfect for tangerine trees. Because of its relative isolation, the people of Jeju have developed a unique culture.
How do we travel?
During day time we have excursions, but you are free to join. We do not start the day too early, and if the groups are big enough, we can split an arrange an early and late morning bus. In the evening we will organize a barbecue and social events, probably on the beach. Your hotel is the Oriental Hotel, a luxurious 5-star hotel along the shore of Jeju city, the capital of the island, with abundant possibilities to enjoy summer nightlife. Depending on the number of participants there will be at least one tour guide from Shilla Travel and some volunteer guides. It is free to choose your own restaurants, Shilla Travel makes recommendations and reservations if needed.
Day 1: Monday 6 August: Island Tour
From Seoul we take the plane to the largest and most southern island of Korea, Jeju. We explore the country by bus, visiting the waterfalls, the beautiful coast and one of Korea's finest Buddhist
Temples: the Yakcheonsa. For dinner we can eat in one of many restaurants close to the hotel. Nightlife on Jeju is fun, plenty of possibilities to explore this!
Day 2: Tuesday 7 August: Udo and the diving women
Udo Island is situation on the east coast of the main island Jeju. Here the local people still live the lives of their ancestors. A very distinct aspect of Jeju culture is the matriarchal family structure; this means that women earn the money instead of men. Well-known examples are the diving women called haenyo. These women earn their living collecting shell fish, squid and all kinds of different products of the sea. They dive to great depths without any scuba gear and they are the providers of the family. However, this profession will soon disappear because the younger generation is not prepared to do this hard job.
The landscape of Udo is marvellous and you can spent hours exploring the island by bike or scooter or just enjoy the white beaches. After Udo we visit the volcanic crater Ilchulbong. This prehistoric crater is attached to Jeju Island like a peninsula. You can climb to the top of the crater and enjoy the magnificent view on the island.
Day 3: Wednesday 8 August: Free day
Today you can do some light hiking along the stunning southern coast or do some serious climbing on Mount Hallasan (1950 meters high). Fishing and diving are possible near our hotel. Several markets are also in the vicinity of our hotel. A huge soccer arena has been built in the city of Seogwipo for the World Cup 2002. The city has 90.000 inhabitants, the stadium (with a fantastic sea view) has 45.000 seats!
Day 4: Thursday 9 August: Last day
On the last day you have time to shop, relax or do some individual sightseeing. Shilla Travel provides you all the necessary information. In the afternoon we take the bus back to the airport.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Travel sum including airline ticket Seoul-Jeju:
EUR €500 (USD $640)
Travel sum excluding airline ticket Seoul-Jeju:
EUR €400 (USD $525)
Single Room charge: EUR €150
Children tariff:
- Children under 12 who have their own room (minimum 2 children per room): 10% discount from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: one adult, one child under 12: Child gets 10% discount from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: two adults, one or two children age 2-12: 50% discount per child from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: two adults, child younger than 2 (24 months): for free
Included:
Oriental Hotel (5-star hotel for 3 nights) including western breakfast, private bus on day 1, 2 and 4, English speaking guides, excursions, boat to Udo Island.
Not included:
Lunch, bike- or scooter rental, other meals, tips and personal expenses
Domestic flights to Jeju Island:
If you book an international flight with a Korean carrier (Asiana or Korean Air), please book an add-on domestic ticket Seoul – Jeju – Seoul. This is cheaper!! Please make sure you book the following flights:
• 6 August 2007: Seoul – Jeju Island (SEL – CHJ). Departure before 1pm (13:00). Best is to get a domestic flight around 10-11 am.
• 9 August 2007: Jeju Island – Seoul (CHJ – SEL). Departure after 5pm (17:00)
Deadline for booking: Before 1 July 2007.
However, the number of seats are limited. The sooner the better. After receiving your booking, we will send you an invoice and liability waiver by Email.
Minimum age:
No minimum age required. Special rates for children upon request.
How to book:
- Please visit our website www.koreaspecialist.com (English)
- Go to page: “Book now”, do not make any selection for a tour
- Only fill in: Departure date: 6 August 2007, Length of stay: 4 days
- Fill in at 1: Personal information
- Fill in at 2. Jeju Island, 4 days + Participant Gathering 2007 + including/excluding domestic flight
- Fill in at 3: If you agree with the booking conditions, you can confirm your booking and send it.
How to pay:
- Upon receiving your online booking, we will send you an invoice and liability waiver by Email. All the information for an international money transfer are written on the invoice
- Upon receiving the travel sum and signed liability waiver, we will confirm your participation
Cancellation policy:
The Korea-tour is subject to a minimum of 6 persons. On the rare occasion when less than the minimum number have booked Shilla Travel reserves the right to cancel the departure and will advise you of such cancellations not later than 30 days before the departure date. In that case Shilla Travel will refund all payments you have made so far but Shilla Travel will not be liable for any claims made by you or for any additional costs incurred by you.
In the event of force majeure Shilla Travel reserves the right to cancel the trip before departure without due notice. All payments you have made to Shilla Travel will be refunded, but we are not liable for any claims or additional costs incurred by you. Force majeure is war, threat of war, riot, civil strive, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, the outbreak of contagious diseases, fire or adverse weather conditions, technical or maintenance problems with transport, changes imposed by rescheduling or cancellation of flights by an airline or other similar events beyond the control of Shilla Travel.
Meals:
Food plays a very important role in Korean culture. The Korean kitchen is a true delight. Kimchi is the national dish; this spicy fermented cabbage dish is traditionally served with every meal. Kimchi, rice and soup form the basis of a Korean meal. Koreans eat with chopsticks and a spoon. Slurping and smacking when eating is very normal. You can choose to eat with the group or go out by yourself. The meals are not included in the travel sum.
Communication and mobile phone:
E-mail is the easiest and cheapest way to contact your friends and family at home. South-Korea has the highest internet density in the world and internet café’s (PC bang) are widespread.
Travel guides:
Travel guides can provide useful tips and lots of practical information for your trip. Several travel guides about South Korea are available:
- Lonely Planet Korea
- Lonely Planet Korean Phrasebook
- Insight Guide to Korea
- Moon Handbook South Korea
Health and vaccinations:
All travellers should be up-to-date on routine immunizations, such as Tetanus-Diphtheria and Polio. Hepatitus A and Typhoid are recommended. Participants are responsible for their own health measures and should therefore contact your doctor or local health agency for further information.
Shilla Travel Liability Waiver:
Each participant should sign a Shilla Travel Liability Waiver, which will be send to you upon receiving your booking. You can sign the waiver and return this to Shilla Travel:
Shilla Travel
Niasstraat 1
3531 WR Utrecht
The Netherlands
Detailed program 4-day tour Jeju Island
South Korea’s largest and most Southern island is blessed with scenic beaches, waterfalls, rocky coastlines and lava caves. The island has a lot to offer; activities such as hiking, cycling and diving or simply relaxing on one of the sandy beaches. Colourful flowers and plants cover the island, the subtropical climate is perfect for tangerine trees. Because of its relative isolation, the people of Jeju have developed a unique culture.
How do we travel?
During day time we have excursions, but you are free to join. We do not start the day too early, and if the groups are big enough, we can split an arrange an early and late morning bus. In the evening we will organize a barbecue and social events, probably on the beach. Your hotel is the Oriental Hotel, a luxurious 5-star hotel along the shore of Jeju city, the capital of the island, with abundant possibilities to enjoy summer nightlife. Depending on the number of participants there will be at least one tour guide from Shilla Travel and some volunteer guides. It is free to choose your own restaurants, Shilla Travel makes recommendations and reservations if needed.
Day 1: Monday 6 August: Island Tour
From Seoul we take the plane to the largest and most southern island of Korea, Jeju. We explore the country by bus, visiting the waterfalls, the beautiful coast and one of Korea's finest Buddhist
Temples: the Yakcheonsa. For dinner we can eat in one of many restaurants close to the hotel. Nightlife on Jeju is fun, plenty of possibilities to explore this!
Day 2: Tuesday 7 August: Udo and the diving women
Udo Island is situation on the east coast of the main island Jeju. Here the local people still live the lives of their ancestors. A very distinct aspect of Jeju culture is the matriarchal family structure; this means that women earn the money instead of men. Well-known examples are the diving women called haenyo. These women earn their living collecting shell fish, squid and all kinds of different products of the sea. They dive to great depths without any scuba gear and they are the providers of the family. However, this profession will soon disappear because the younger generation is not prepared to do this hard job.
The landscape of Udo is marvellous and you can spent hours exploring the island by bike or scooter or just enjoy the white beaches. After Udo we visit the volcanic crater Ilchulbong. This prehistoric crater is attached to Jeju Island like a peninsula. You can climb to the top of the crater and enjoy the magnificent view on the island.
Day 3: Wednesday 8 August: Free day
Today you can do some light hiking along the stunning southern coast or do some serious climbing on Mount Hallasan (1950 meters high). Fishing and diving are possible near our hotel. Several markets are also in the vicinity of our hotel. A huge soccer arena has been built in the city of Seogwipo for the World Cup 2002. The city has 90.000 inhabitants, the stadium (with a fantastic sea view) has 45.000 seats!
Day 4: Thursday 9 August: Last day
On the last day you have time to shop, relax or do some individual sightseeing. Shilla Travel provides you all the necessary information. In the afternoon we take the bus back to the airport.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Travel sum including airline ticket Seoul-Jeju:
EUR €500 (USD $640)
Travel sum excluding airline ticket Seoul-Jeju:
EUR €400 (USD $525)
Single Room charge: EUR €150
Children tariff:
- Children under 12 who have their own room (minimum 2 children per room): 10% discount from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: one adult, one child under 12: Child gets 10% discount from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: two adults, one or two children age 2-12: 50% discount per child from price excluding airline ticket
- Room sharing: two adults, child younger than 2 (24 months): for free
Included:
Oriental Hotel (5-star hotel for 3 nights) including western breakfast, private bus on day 1, 2 and 4, English speaking guides, excursions, boat to Udo Island.
Not included:
Lunch, bike- or scooter rental, other meals, tips and personal expenses
Domestic flights to Jeju Island:
If you book an international flight with a Korean carrier (Asiana or Korean Air), please book an add-on domestic ticket Seoul – Jeju – Seoul. This is cheaper!! Please make sure you book the following flights:
• 6 August 2007: Seoul – Jeju Island (SEL – CHJ). Departure before 1pm (13:00). Best is to get a domestic flight around 10-11 am.
• 9 August 2007: Jeju Island – Seoul (CHJ – SEL). Departure after 5pm (17:00)
Deadline for booking: Before 1 July 2007.
However, the number of seats are limited. The sooner the better. After receiving your booking, we will send you an invoice and liability waiver by Email.
Minimum age:
No minimum age required. Special rates for children upon request.
How to book:
- Please visit our website www.koreaspecialist.com (English)
- Go to page: “Book now”, do not make any selection for a tour
- Only fill in: Departure date: 6 August 2007, Length of stay: 4 days
- Fill in at 1: Personal information
- Fill in at 2. Jeju Island, 4 days + Participant Gathering 2007 + including/excluding domestic flight
- Fill in at 3: If you agree with the booking conditions, you can confirm your booking and send it.
How to pay:
- Upon receiving your online booking, we will send you an invoice and liability waiver by Email. All the information for an international money transfer are written on the invoice
- Upon receiving the travel sum and signed liability waiver, we will confirm your participation
Cancellation policy:
The Korea-tour is subject to a minimum of 6 persons. On the rare occasion when less than the minimum number have booked Shilla Travel reserves the right to cancel the departure and will advise you of such cancellations not later than 30 days before the departure date. In that case Shilla Travel will refund all payments you have made so far but Shilla Travel will not be liable for any claims made by you or for any additional costs incurred by you.
In the event of force majeure Shilla Travel reserves the right to cancel the trip before departure without due notice. All payments you have made to Shilla Travel will be refunded, but we are not liable for any claims or additional costs incurred by you. Force majeure is war, threat of war, riot, civil strive, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, the outbreak of contagious diseases, fire or adverse weather conditions, technical or maintenance problems with transport, changes imposed by rescheduling or cancellation of flights by an airline or other similar events beyond the control of Shilla Travel.
Meals:
Food plays a very important role in Korean culture. The Korean kitchen is a true delight. Kimchi is the national dish; this spicy fermented cabbage dish is traditionally served with every meal. Kimchi, rice and soup form the basis of a Korean meal. Koreans eat with chopsticks and a spoon. Slurping and smacking when eating is very normal. You can choose to eat with the group or go out by yourself. The meals are not included in the travel sum.
Communication and mobile phone:
E-mail is the easiest and cheapest way to contact your friends and family at home. South-Korea has the highest internet density in the world and internet café’s (PC bang) are widespread.
Travel guides:
Travel guides can provide useful tips and lots of practical information for your trip. Several travel guides about South Korea are available:
- Lonely Planet Korea
- Lonely Planet Korean Phrasebook
- Insight Guide to Korea
- Moon Handbook South Korea
Health and vaccinations:
All travellers should be up-to-date on routine immunizations, such as Tetanus-Diphtheria and Polio. Hepatitus A and Typhoid are recommended. Participants are responsible for their own health measures and should therefore contact your doctor or local health agency for further information.
Shilla Travel Liability Waiver:
Each participant should sign a Shilla Travel Liability Waiver, which will be send to you upon receiving your booking. You can sign the waiver and return this to Shilla Travel:
Shilla Travel
Niasstraat 1
3531 WR Utrecht
The Netherlands
