Private Tour

Ancient Paths and Modern Views: Private Ganghwa Day Trip

Overview

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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.

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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. )

3 hours • Admission Included

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.

50 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Private transportation

All Fees and Taxes

Lunch

Coffee and/or Tea

Snacks

Alcoholic Beverages

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