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2026 Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival: Shuttle Bus Package (Jan 10~Feb 1)

Travel Activity

South Korea

Hwacheon

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Outdoor Adventures

Festivals

Winter & Ski Tours

Winter Package: Festival

Availability

Every day (Jan 10~Feb 1)

Minimum Pax

1 Person

Confirmed

Instantly

Ticket

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Languages

English
Chinese

Meet Location

Hongik University Station
Myeongdong Station

Included

Round-trip transportation
English & Chinese speaking staff
Sancheoneo Festival entrance ticket for ice fishing
Fishing rod rental
1 grilled Sancheoneo fish to try
Snow sled & Ice sled rental
Ice Sculpture Plaza entrance ticket
Sancheoneo Festival voucher (5,000 won)

Excluded

Activities with an additional charge
Meals
Other personal expenses

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Overview

Don't miss one of Korea's best winter festivals: 2026 Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival!

Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival is Koreans' favorite winter festival. Held in Hwacheon, the first region in Korea to freeze each winter, this festival offers a variety of winter activities on a frozen river. Try your hand at fishing through holes drilled in the ice, and enjoy fresh fish grilled on-site! Beyond ice fishing, there are plenty of family-friendly activites including snow sledding, ice sledding, and exploring the ice sculpture plaza.

Why this package?

Recognized as one of the “7 Wonders of Winter” by CNN Travel (2011)
Catch and taste fresh and nutritious mountain trout that live only in clean rivers
Endless fun from ice fishing, bare-hand fishing, ice sled, ice sculptures, and many more!
Perfect for everyone looking to make unique and exciting memories
Hassle-free trip: round-trip transportation between Seoul and the festival site

About the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
Held annually in the winter in Hwacheon, the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival is a unique winter event where visitors can catch sancheoneo through ice fishing or bare-hand fishing. In addition to fishing, the festival features activities like ice sledding and snow sledding, attracting over a million visitors each year.

🐟 What is Sancheoneo?
Sancheoneo is a freshwater trout species that thrives in clean, cold streams with year-round temperatures below 20°C. The clear waters and stable cool temperatures make Hwacheon a prime location for sancheoneo. Rich in amino acids, essential fatty acids, and vitamins, it is both nutritious and delicious.

❄️ Festival Highlights

Fishing activities: Ice fishing, bare-hand fishing, lure fishing
Snow/ice activities: Snow sledding, ice sledding, ice slides, and more
Cultural events: Opening ceremony, raffle events, tourism booths, and more
Food/shopping: Sancheoneo restaurants, sashimi/grill centers, local snack stalls, farm product stores, and souvenir shops

[Activities] Visitors enjoying ice fishing at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Festival in Korea.

▲ Ice Fishing
Reel your fishing line into a hole drilled in the thick ice of the frozen Hwacheon Stream to catch fresh sancheoneo (mountain trout).

*Fishing rods are included in the package.
*There is a catch limit of 3 fish per person, and you must return the fish to the staff after the fishing experience.

Crowds gathered around to watch the bare-hand fish catching experience at Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival.

Crowds gathered around to watch the bare-hand fish catching experience at Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival.

▲ Bare-hand Fishing
For the adventurous, bare-hand fishing is a popular activity where you can wade into icy waters to catch sancheoneo using only your hands!

Visitors enjoying grilled fish at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival.

Visitors enjoying grilled fish at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival.

▲ Grilled Sancheoneo Fish
After a successful catch, enjoy freshly grilled sancheoneo at designated grill centers.

*The entrance ticket includes 1 complimentary grilled Sancheoneo fish. If you want to try more than 1, you will have to pay an additional cost.

▲ Ice Sledding
Glide above the frozen stream on traditional sleds. It's a favorite activity among families and children!

*30 minutes per person.

▲ Snow Sledding
Slide down snow-covered hills and enjoy the crisp winter air.

*3 rides per person (subject to change depending on weather conditions).

A couple takes a selfie in front of an ice sculpture at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Festival.

A couple takes a selfie in front of an ice sculpture at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Festival.

▲ Ice Sculpture Plaza
Take pictures among intricate ice carvings of famous landmarks and creative designs.

Price

Price	Included	Included
Person	- Round-trip transportation - English or Chinese-speaking staff - Sancheoneo Festival entrance ticket for ice fishing - Fishing rod rental - 1 grilled Sancheoneo fish to try - Snow sled & Ice sled rental - Ice Sculpture Plaza entrance ticket - Sancheoneo Festival voucher (5,000 won)

Please keep in mind that this tour for FOREIGNERS ONLY. Korean nationals may not book this package.
The same price applies to both adults and children.
Children under 3 years old are free of charge, but no seats or other services will be provided.
One adult may accompany up to one free child under 3. For each additional child, please purchase a ticket.
Your guide will share a Line group chat link 1 day before the tour. If you do not have Line, please install the app in advance.

[Inclusions]

Ice fishing: There is a catch limit of 3 fish per person, and you must return the fish to the staff after the fishing experience.
Snow sled: 3 rides per person (subject to change depending on weather conditions)
Ice sled: 30 minutes per person
Grilled sancheoneo fish: The entrance ticket includes 1 complimentary grilled Sancheoneo fish. If you want to try more than 1, you will have to pay an additional cost.
Festival voucher (5,000 won): Can be used just like cash at the festival venue.

Itinerary

8:30am

Depart from Hongik University Station (Line 2, Gyeongui Jungang Line, Airport Railroad) Exit 4

9:00am

Depart from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) Exit 2

11:30am

Arrive at Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival venue

- Have fun catching Sancheoneo (mountain trout)
- Try various exciting activities such as snow sled & ice sled

5:00pm

Depart for Seoul

7:00pm

Arrive at Myeongdong Station

7:30pm

Arrive at Hongik University Station

*The itinerary is subject to change depending on local traffic and weather conditions.

How to book

1. Complete your booking.
2. Check your email.
3. Enjoy it.

Please keep in mind

Please keep in mind that the ticket package is strictly for FOREIGNERS ONLY (non-Korean).
Ice fishing may not be available depending on weather situations. If the weather is not cold enough, ice fishing could be changed to open water fishing.
If the festival is canceled or postponed due to warm weather conditions, we will inform you in advance and issue a full refund.
This is an outdoor winter activity. Please dress warmly and wear appropriate clothing.
Please refrain from swinging your fishing rod during the fishing experience. When moving, please reel in and secure your fishing line.
This tour departs with a minimum of 20 people. If the tour is canceled due to a lack of participants, we will inform you 3 days in advance and issue a full refund.

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 or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 4 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).

FAQ

Is ice fishing included in the tour package?

Yes, the ice fishing fee is included and rods will be provided.

When does the tour operate?

This tour operates daily from January 10 to February 1, 2026.

Are meals included?

Meals are not included, except for 1 complimentary grilled sancheoneo fish. There are plenty of food options available at the festival as well.

What should I bring?

This is an outdoor winter activity, so please dress warmly and wear waterproof clothing. Bringing hot packs or gloves is recommended, as many activities involve ice and snow.