Gangneung Danoje Festival Tour (May 27~June 3)
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Meet Location
- Hongik University Station
- Myeongdong Station
Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Entrance fees
- English speaking tour staff
- 1 night stay at Sun Cruise Resort & Yacht (*Optional)
Excluded
- Meals
- Other personal expenses
Gangneung Danoje Festival Tour (May 27~June 3) Options
1 Day: from Hongik Univ. Station
1 Day: from Myeongdong Station
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Overview
Make your way to the coastal city of Gangneung for the most prestigious Korean traditional festival!
The city of Gangneung is famous for its Danoje Festival, a ritual festival where people welcome the gods and pray for a good harvest year. Gangneung Danoje Festival is one of the biggest folk festivals in Korea and is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. During the festival, people brew sacred liquor, prepare lots of food and do various performances. Immerse yourself in Korean folk culture and visit some famous places in Gangneung!
Why this tour?
▷Gangneung Danoje Festival: watch the traditional rituals and try traditional activities
▷Gangneung Jungang Market: a traditional market with fresh seafood and local dishes
▷Youngjin Beach: the filming location of a famous K-drama “Goblin (Guardian)”
▷Sodol Adeulbawi Park: a small park to enjoy the panoramic views of the beach
▷Sun Cruise Hotel Resort & Yacht (Optional): "12 unusual, strange and downright bizarre hotels" by CNN (2016)
The city of Gangneung is famous for its Danoje Festival, a ritual festival where people welcome the gods and pray for a good harvest year. Gangneung Danoje Festival is one of the biggest folk festivals in Korea and is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. During the festival, people brew sacred liquor, prepare lots of food and do various performances. Immerse yourself in Korean folk culture and visit some famous places in Gangneung!
Why this tour?
▷Gangneung Danoje Festival: watch the traditional rituals and try traditional activities
▷Gangneung Jungang Market: a traditional market with fresh seafood and local dishes
▷Youngjin Beach: the filming location of a famous K-drama “Goblin (Guardian)”
▷Sodol Adeulbawi Park: a small park to enjoy the panoramic views of the beach
▷Sun Cruise Hotel Resort & Yacht (Optional): "12 unusual, strange and downright bizarre hotels" by CNN (2016)
Price
| Price | Included | Included |
|---|---|---|
Person | - Round-trip transportation - Entrance fees - English speaking tour staff |
*The same price applies for adults and children.
*Meals and other personal expenses are not included in the price.
*Additional costs may apply for participating in certain activities at the festival.
*For 2D1N option, there is no extra charge for a solo traveller.
[Gangneung Danoje Festival]
Celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month on the lunar calendar, Danoje Festival had been one of the biggest folk festivals in Korea. Gangneung is one of the few cities that continues to hold this festival up until now and it is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. During this one-month festival, many events are held to welcome the gods and goddesses such as Ganno Mask Dance (non-verbal mask dance), ssireum (Korean wrestling), traditional swing riding, and street parades. Visitors can see the traditional rituals and try various activities at the festival.
[Gangneung Jungang Market]
Located in the center of Gangneung City, Gangneung Jungang Market is a traditional market that sells fresh seafood and delicious market foods such as sweet & sour fried chicken and mozzarella pancakes.
[Sodol Adeulbawi Park]
Sodol Adeulbawi Park is an oceanside park where oddly shaped rocks are lined up along the shore. "Adeulbawi" translates to "son rock" and there is a myth that an old couple with no children had a son after praying on the rocks for 100 days.
Itinerary
| Option 1) 1 Day Tour to Danoje Festival | |
| 7:30am | Depart from Hongik University Station Exit 8 (Line 2, Gyeongui Jungang Line, Airport Railroad) |
| 8:00am | Depart from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) Exit 4 |
| 11:00am~1:00pm | Gangneung Danoje Festival |
| 1:00pm~2:00pm | Gangneung Jungang Market - Lunch on your own |
| 2:30pm~3:00pm | Youngjin Beach |
| 3:00pm~3:30pm | Sodol Adeulbawi Park |
| 3:30pm | Depart for Seoul |
| 6:30pm | Arrive at Myeongdong Station |
| 7:00pm | Arrive at Hongik University Station |
| Option 2) 2D1N Tour to Danoje Festival (May 28) | |
| Day 1 (May 28, Sun) | |
| 7:30am | Depart from Hongik University Station Exit 8 (Line 2, Gyeongui Jungang Line, Airport Railroad) |
| 8:00am | Depart from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) Exit 4 |
| 11:30am~1:00pm | Arrive at Gangneung Gyeongpo Beach & Gyeongpodae Pavilion |
| 1:20pm~2:30pm | Gangneung Jungang Market - Lunch on your own |
| 2:50pm~3:20pm | Youngjin Beach |
| 3:30pm~4:10pm | Sodol Adeulbawi Park |
| 5:00pm~8:00pm | Gangneung Danoje Festival - Free time on your own - Night Parade at the festival |
| 9:00pm | Hotel check-in at Sun Cruise Resort and Yacht (5-star hotel at Jeongdonjin Beach) |
| Day 2 (May 29, Mon) | |
| 11:00am | Hotel check-out - Breakfast on your own |
| 11:00am~1:00pm | Free time at Jeongdongjin Beach |
| 1:00pm | Depart for Seoul |
| 4:00pm | Arrive at Myeongdong Station |
| 4:30pm | Arrive at Hongik University Station |
*The itinerary is subject to change depending on local / traffic conditions.
*Sun Cruise Hotel Resort & Yacht
Room Type: Hotel Rooms Standard Double or Twin
*Please write your preferred room type (double or twin) on the booking page.
How to book
- 1. Complete your booking.
- 2. Check your email.
- 3. Enjoy it.
Please keep in mind
[Zipline Rules]
1. The minimum weight for this activity is 30kg and the maximum weight is 100kg.
2. Participants with long hairs will be required to tie the hair.
3. Please wear shoes that cover the feet entirely. Wearing sandals or high heels will not be allowed.
4. Please wear long pants. Short pants or skirts will not be allowed.
5. Pregnant women and those who have any pre-existing heart/back problems are not allowed to join.
6. Ziplining is not recommended to those who have fear of heights or speed.
1. The minimum weight for this activity is 30kg and the maximum weight is 100kg.
2. Participants with long hairs will be required to tie the hair.
3. Please wear shoes that cover the feet entirely. Wearing sandals or high heels will not be allowed.
4. Please wear long pants. Short pants or skirts will not be allowed.
5. Pregnant women and those who have any pre-existing heart/back problems are not allowed to join.
6. Ziplining is not recommended to those who have fear of heights or speed.
Cancellation policy
All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 3 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 3 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
Destination
Jeongdongjin Station 정동진역
Address: 산113 Jeongdongjin-ri, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Phone Number: +82-33-640-4536
Phone Number: +82-33-640-4536
Sun Cruise Resort Jeongdongjin 정동진 썬크루즈 호텔
Address: 950-39 Heonhwa-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Phone Number: +82-33-610-7000
Phone Number: +82-33-610-7000
Jumunjin Beach 주문진 해변
Address: 8-20 Hyangho-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Phone Number: +82-33-660-3415
Phone Number: +82-33-660-3415
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