South Korea's Top 5 Snowy Landscapes + Local Cuisine Day Tour | Snow & Meal Tour
Go on a SNOW & MEAL trip where you can enjoy the snow and delicious meals!
- What is SNOW & MEAL?
- Why We Recommend It
- [Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Balwangsan Cable Car & Skywalk & Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm & Charcoal-Grilled Squid and Pork
- [Gangwon/Hongcheon] Odaesan & Woljeongsa + Kimchi-Making Experience & Wild Bibimbap
- [Gyeongbuk/Mungyeong] Mungyeong Saejae Provincial Park Old Trail & K-Drama Filming Set & Charcoal Grilled Bulgogi
- [Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Seonjaryeong Snow Hike & Natural Snow Sledding & Hwangtae Grilled Set Meal
- [Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Taebaeksan Sunrise Snowflake Hiking & Homemade Soybean Tofu
If you’re dreaming of a winter trip filled with snowy landscapes and comforting local food, this is for you! On the Snow & Meal tour, you can hike through the snow-covered beauty of Taebaek Mountain and Seonjaryeong while savoring warm, beloved dishes that capture the taste of Korean winter. It’s the perfect way to experience the magic of a snow-white wonderland and the charm of Korea’s winter season.
What is SNOW & MEAL?
Experience the magic of Korea’s winter with the SNOW & MEAL trip! Explore stunning snowy landscapes, just like the ones in K-dramas, and savor local dishes that perfectly capture the season. Even if you’re new to trekking or prefer a leisurely walk, you can enjoy the serene beauty of Korea’s snowy trails with ease. End your day with warm, comforting K-food, making it an unforgettable winter adventure. Dive into the charm of a snowy Korean wonderland with this unique trip!
Why We Recommend It
Free rentals of crampons and sleds make snowflower hiking and natural sledding at Seonjaryeong easy and fun.
Marvel at the stunning snowy landscapes of Taebaeksan and Seonjaryeong, known for South Korea’s most beautiful snowflowers.
Savor warm local dishes that perfectly capture the flavors of a Korean winter.
Create unforgettable memories with snow-covered scenery, sledding fun, breathtaking sunrises, and delicious local food.
[Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Balwangsan Cable Car & Skywalk & Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm & Charcoal-Grilled Squid and Pork
Perfect for beginners, with a cable car ride to the top and easy trails to explore.
Experience the ultimate winter fun with sledding in the crisp snow.
Savor must-try dishes at a Pyeongchang restaurant with 50 years of tradition.
- Operation period: until March 8, 2025 (departures every Thursday, and Saturday)
- Departure group size: minimum 4, maximum 30 people
- Languages available: English
- Included items:
- 🍚 Delicious Korean meal (1 lunch)
- 🚌 Exclusive vehicle for a comfortable trip (Carnival/Bus) ※ May vary according to the number of travelers.
- 🧃 Snack kit + 1 mini bottle of water
- 🙋♂️ Reliable trekking expert English guide ensuring safety
- [Event] Provided & rental: crampons, hand warmers, snow duck making
- Excluded items: personal expenses, travel insurance
- Recommended items to bring: trekking shoes/hiking boots suitable for walking, winter gloves, winter hat, earmuffs, and other seasonal clothes
- Suggested items to bring: snacks (high-energy snacks), cup noodles and hot water
06:30 | Meeting in front of CGV at Exit 1, Hongik Univ. Station |
07:00 | Meeting at Exit 10, Myeongdong Station |
08:30 | Arrival at Yeoju Rest Area followed by individual breakfast and tea time *Introduction to rest area food |
09:00 | Departure from Yeoju Rest Area to Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch |
11:00 | Arrival at Daegwallyeong Sheep Ranch parking lot and free tour Snow flower world on a high flatland grassland |
12:10 | Departure from Sheep Ranch to restaurant |
12:30 | Lunch 50 years of traditional Pyeongchang charcoal-grilled spicy pork and squid |
13:30 | Departure from restaurant to Yongpyong Resort |
14:00 | Arrival at Yongpyong Resort and gondola ride Dragon Castle (snow trail after reaching Balwangsan summit) |
16:30 | Departure to Seoul |
20:30 | Arrival at Myeongdong Station |
21:00 | Get off at Hongik Univ. Station |
Main Tourist Attractions
1. Balwangsan Cable Car & Skywalk
The Balwangsan cable car boasts the longest length in the country, stretching about 7.4km. After about 18 minutes, you will arrive at the peak, 1,458 meters above sea level, and you can enjoy the snowy scenery and rime ice from inside the cable car. At the summit, you can enjoy the skywalk, which offers an open view of Mount Balwang.
2. Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm
It's the best place to enjoy the beauty of winter nature. This farm specializes in animal welfare and forest conservation, grazing sheep on a vast pasture of 205,000㎡. Due to the regional characteristics, it snows a lot so it's great for enjoying the snowy landscape!
3. Pyeongchang Charcoal-Grilled Squid and Pork
As a local restaurant with 50 years of tradition, its representative dishes include stir-fried squid with gochujang sauce and bulgogi cooked on an iron plate. It is a must-try food that is well-known to Koreans, having been featured on Korean TV shows several times.
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[Gangwon/Hongcheon] Odaesan & Woljeongsa + Kimchi-Making Experience & Wild Bibimbap
Take a walk along the flat forest path and visit the historic Woljeongsa Temple, boasting 1,400 years of history. You can enjoy more than 20 kinds of side dishes with Odaesan-style wild bibimbap.
- Operation Period: ~March 8, 2025 (Every Tuesday, and Saturday)
- Minimum Participants: 4, Maximum Participants: 30
- Available Language: English
- Included Items:
- 🍚 Delicious Korean Food (1 Lunch)
- 🚌 Dedicated Vehicle for a Comfortable Trip (Carnival / Bus) ※ Subject to change according to the number of travelers.
- 🧃 Snack Kit + 1 Mini Bottle of Water
- 🙋♂️ Reliable Trekking Specialist English Guide to Ensure Safety
- [Event] Provided&Rental: Crampons, Hand Warmer, Making a Snow Duck
- Excluded Items: Personal Expenses, Travel Insurance
- Recommended Gear: Comfortable Trekking Shoes/Hiking Boots, Winter Gloves, Winter Hat, Earmuffs, and Other Seasonal Clothing
- Suggested Items: Snacks (High-Calorie Snacks), Cup Ramen, and Hot Water
06:30 | Meet in front of CGV at Exit 1 of Hongik University Station |
07:00 | Meet at Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station |
08:30 | Arrive at Yeoju Rest Area for individual breakfast and tea time *Introduction to rest area food |
09:00 | Depart from Yeoju Rest Area to Odaesan Mill Bridge |
11:00 | Arrive at Odaesan Mill Bridge for a snowy trail walk |
11:30 | Depart from Odaesan Mill Bridge to a restaurant |
11:50 | Lunch at Gyeongnam Restaurant, continuing for three generations Experience Odaesan-style wild bibimbap |
12:50 | Depart from the restaurant to Woljeongsa Temple |
13:00 | Snowflake trekking and free time at the fir tree path in Woljeongsa Temple |
15:00 | Depart to Seoul |
18:00 | Arrive at Myeongdong Station |
18:30 | Arrive at Hongik University Station |
Main Tourist Attractions
1. Odaesan & Woljeongsa
There are Milbridge, Jeonnamoo Forest Road, and Woljeongsa Temple in Odaesan. In the late 1960s, before the road was built, monks and Buddhist devotees used this path. You can encounter past cultures through the traces of ancient people. Woljeongsa Temple encompasses around 60 temples and 8 hermitages, and as you walk, there's a forest path lined with around 1,700 fir trees, making it perfect for enjoying a forest bath while walking.
2. Kimchi-Making Experience & Wild Bibimbap
We eat a healthy bibimbap made from fresh mountain vegetables grown in Odaesan. We provide the opportunity to taste and watch a demonstration of Korean kimchi, Geotjeori.
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[Gyeongbuk/Mungyeong] Mungyeong Saejae Provincial Park Old Trail & K-Drama Filming Set & Charcoal Grilled Bulgogi
If you are a K-drama fan, enjoy a time travel experience to the Joseon Dynasty. You can experience the unique local cuisine of Mungyeong, not just typical K-food.
- Operating period: ~departures on Thursdays and Saturdays until March 8, 2025.
- Number of participants: minimum 4, maximum 30
- Available languages: English
- Included items:
- 🍚 Delicious Korean food (1 lunch)
- 🚌 Dedicated vehicle for a comfortable trip (Carnival / Bus) * may vary depending on the number of participants.
- 🧃 Snack kit + 1 bottle of mini water
- 🙋♂️ Reliable trekking expert English guide
- [Event] Provided & rented: icers, hand warmers, snow duck making
- Not included: Personal expenses, travel insurance
- Recommended items: Walking-friendly trekking shoes/hiking shoes, winter gloves, winter hat, ear muffs, etc., suitable for the season
- Suggested items: Snacks (high-calorie snacks), cup noodles and hot water
06:30 | Meeting at Exit 1 of Hongdae Station in front of CGV |
07:00 | Meeting at Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station |
08:30 | Arrival at Yeoju Rest Area for individual breakfast and tea time *Introduction to rest area food |
09:00 | Depart from Yeoju Rest Area to Mungyeong Saejae |
10:30 | Arrival at Gosari parking lot at Mungyeong Saejae 3rd Gate and start hiking Joryeong Mountain Natural Recreational Forest-3rd Gate-2nd Gate-Mungyeong Saejae Set-1st Gate (3 hours duration) |
13:30 | Lunch-Grilled charcoal barbecue Traditional local food made from feed ground from Mungyeong medicinal stones |
15:00 | Depart for Seoul |
17:30 | Arrival at Myeongdong Station |
18:00 | Arrival at Hongdae Station |
Main Tourist Attractions
1. Mungyeong Saejae
Mungyeong Saejae is a place where the old paths are well preserved. There are various themed sets, such as Hanok Village and Marketplace Alley, reminiscent of those seen in K-dramas.
2. Charcoal Grilled Bulgogi
This is a local traditional food raised by feeding Mungyeong Yakdol ground into feed. The representative local food of Mungyeong boasts excellent flavor from its meat aroma and texture.
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[Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Seonjaryeong Snow Hike & Natural Snow Sledding & Hwangtae Grilled Set Meal
Seonjaryeong is a famous spot where beautiful winter scenery covered with white snow and pure nature come together. Even beginners can easily walk on this trekking course and comfortably enjoy the snowy scenery. You can also experience winter fun through natural sledding.
- Operating period: ~March 8, 2025 (departures every Friday, and Saturday)
- Required participants: Minimum 4 people, maximum 30 people
- Available language: English
- Included items:
- 🍚 Delicious Korean meal (1 lunch)
- 🚌 Private vehicle for a comfortable trip (Carnival / Bus) ※ May vary depending on the number of travelers.
- 🧃 Snack kit + 1 mini bottle of water
- 🙋♂️ Reliable trekking expert English guide for your safety
- [Event] Provided&rented: Crampons, hand warmers, snow duck making, sledding
- Excluded items: Personal expenses, travel insurance
- Recommended gear: Hiking boots, hiking stick, crampons, gaiters, winter clothing, winter gloves, winter hat covering ears, neck warmer, sunglasses, etc.
- Suggested gear: Snacks (high-calorie snacks), cup noodles, and hot water
06:30 | Meet in front of CGV at Exit 1 of Hongdae Station |
07:00 | Meet at Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station |
08:30 | Arrive at Yeoju Service Area for individual breakfast and tea time *Introduction of service area food |
09:00 | Depart from Yeoju Service Area to Daegwallyeong Service Area |
10:30 | Arrive at the top of Daegwallyeong Service Area Seonjaryeong Snow Flower Hiking & Natural Snow Sledding (8km/3 hours and 30 minutes) |
14:10 | Winter Fish Farming, Maximum Scale Hwangtae Drying Pole Tour with 30 million Fish |
14:30 | Lunch 1978~ Traditional Grilled Hwangtae Set |
15:40 | Depart for Seoul |
19:00 | Arrive at Myeongdong Station |
19:30 | Get off at Hongdae Station |
Main Tourist Attractions
1. Seonjaryeong
Seonjaryeong is known to Koreans as one of the top 2 famous winter hiking spots. It's a beginner-level trekking course, great for enjoying the snowy scenery and light walking.
2. Pollack Experience Center
This is a place where you can experience the drying process of Hwangtae, a popular winter snack. Learn and experience the traditional Korean dried pollack method.
3. Grilled Pollock Set
It's a local specialty dish enjoyed at a famous restaurant with a long tradition. You can enjoy sweet and spicy grilled pollock and feel the taste of Korean winter.
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[Gangwon/Pyeongchang] Taebaeksan Sunrise Snowflake Hiking & Homemade Soybean Tofu
<Romantic Winter Journey Unfolding in the Snow>
This is a 100% hiking package for those who want to fully experience the snowy mountains of Korea in winter. Experienced hikers or beginners who want to challenge themselves are welcome to join.
*However, essential equipment is necessary for winter hikes.
- Operating period: March 8, 2025 (departures every Friday and Saturday) + December 25, 2024 (Wednesday) + January 1, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Departure personnel: minimum 4, maximum 30
- Language available: English
- Inclusions:
- 🍚 Delicious Korean food (1 lunch)
- 🚌 Private vehicle for a comfortable trip (Carnival / Bus) ※ May vary depending on the number of travelers
- 🧃 Snack kit + 1 mini bottle of water
- 🙋♂️ Reliable trekking specialist English guide
- [Event] Provided & rental: crampons, hand warmers, snow duck making, snow sledding
- Exclusions: personal expenses, travel insurance
- Recommended gear: hiking boots, trekking poles, crampons, gaiters, winter clothing, winter gloves, winter hat that covers ears, neck warmer, sunglasses, etc.
- Suggested items: snacks (high-calorie snacks), cup noodles and hot water
00:30 | Meeting in front of Exit 1 of Hongik Univ. Station CGV |
01:00 | Meeting at Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station |
05:00 | Arrival at Yuilsa Entrance followed by Taebaeksan Sunrise Hiking Yuilsa Information Center-Juniper Tree Colony-Janggun Peak-Cheonjedan Sunrise-Manggyongsa-Banjae-Danggol Parking Lot (4 hours 30 minutes required) *Korean-style portable heated lunch box provided |
10:00 | Departure from Danggol Parking Lot to Restaurant |
10:30 | Lunch Guwau Tofu House |
12:30 | Arrival at Yeongwol Western Market followed by Tour |
13:30 | Departure for Seoul |
17:00 | Arrival at Myeongdong Station |
17:30 | Disembark at Hongik Univ. Station |
Main Tourist Attractions
1. Taebaek Mountain Peak Sunrise Trekking
Mount Taebaek is a sacred mountain for the Korean people, located in the central part of the Baekdudaegan mountain range, and its snowy landscape of royal azaleas is beautiful. This is a moderate-level trekking course that requires a spirit of challenge and is an optimal place to enjoy the sunrise. You can feel the beauty of the Korean winter up close.
2. Homemade Soybean Tofu
After descending, the warm sundubu set meal you enjoy is a special Korean dish from Gangwon-do, limited to 100 servings daily. Relieve your fatigue after a winter hike with freshly made soft tofu.
3. Yeongwol Western Traditional Market
This is a traditional market where you can enjoy a variety of local foods from the Gangwon province. You can feel the unique atmosphere of Yeongwol and taste the local specialties.
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