Jeju Island Private UNESCO Tour

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Embark on a private taxi tour of Jeju Island to explore UNESCO Heritage Sites and enchanting emerald beaches. Discover stunning landscapes, traditional villages, and local markets.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Manjanggul Lava Tube - From Downtown (your accommodation) to Manjanggul Cave, it takes 1 hour. This is the world’s largest known lava tube formed by volcanic activity. You can experience the grandeur of a landscape that feels like an underground world. The particularly exquisite Stone Turtle, which resembles Jeju Island, is especially popular. If Manjanggul Lava Tube is closed (the first Wednesday of every month), the Jeju Haenyeo Museum will be an alternative tour option. Duration: 60 minutes. From Manjanggul Cave to Woljeongri Beach, it takes 15 minutes.
Jeju Stone Park - Jeju Stone Culture Park is a historical and cultural space that showcases the stone culture, Seolmundae Halmang myth, and folk traditions that are the foundation of Jeju’s creation and human culture. The legend of Seolmundae Halmang, the goddess who created Jeju Island, and the five generals is depicted through various stone artifacts and materials on the 300,000 pyeong wide Gotjawal land. It was designed as a place where both residents and tourists can directly experience and view the lifestyle of Jeju’s people through exhibitions. By highlighting Jeju’s identity, locality, and artistry, the park reveals Tamna’s formation process, mythology, history, and folk culture. The aim is to create a beautiful educational space organized by era to pass on to future generations, a belief that the planner of Stone Culture Park has always held.
Seongeup Folk Village - The entire village, which preserves the living site of old Jeju’s people, has been designated as an Important Folklore Cultural Heritage. Unlike typical folk villages, people still live here today. The village residents volunteer as guides to provide visitors with various information. The Saw-leaf Zelkova and Japanese hackberry trees in the center of the village are worth seeing. You can also experience wearing Hanbok, a traditional Korean costume, at Jeju Folk Village.
Seopjikoji - A short drive from Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak takes you to Cape Seopjikoji. The name comes from the Jeju dialect for a “Cape of Small Land” due to its unique cliff formation that juts into the ocean. The picturesque harmony of the hill and ocean attracts tourists year-round. You might even see Jeju ponies grazing on the grassy fields. Walking northeast along the cliff, you’ll reach Bulgeunoreum Parasitic Cone, offering a stunning view of a white lighthouse against the dark blue sea. Other notable attractions at Cape Seopjikoji include the Glasshouse and Yumin Art Gallery, two masterpieces designed by world-renowned architect Ando Tadao, which blend remarkably well with the surrounding nature.
Seongsan Ilchulbong - Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, a landmark of Jeju, was formed about 5,000 years ago from an underwater volcanic eruption. It is especially famous as a sunrise viewing spot, known as one of the top ten scenic views of Jeju Island. Besides watching the sunrise, Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone is also a great trekking spot. The Seongsan-Ojo Trail connects two villages by crossing the peak, while the Jijil Trail offers a closer look at the UNESCO-designated geopark and Jeju’s local culture. Walking along these paths is recommended to fully experience the area; reaching the summit provides views of both the vast volcanic crater and the surrounding blue ocean. To complete your visit, head to Seongsanpo Port to watch haenyeo (female divers) at work.
Haenyeo Museum - Jeju haenyeo are the strong mothers and spiritual pillars of Jeju residents. The life of the Jeju haenyeo community serves as a model for humanity. Jeju haenyeo formed a merit-based community and made democratic decisions through discussions. They cared for the elderly and infirm, raised funds to contribute to society, and invented various tools to coexist with the sea. Jeju haenyeo culture was recognized for its value and was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on November 30, 2016.
Hamdeok Beach - Walking along Jeju Olle Course 19, you will come across Hamdeok Beach, which has an emerald jewel. Located in Hamdeok-ri, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, it is also known as ‘Hamdeok Seoubong Beach’ because of Seoubong Peak next to the beach. Just 20 km from Jeju Airport, it feels like another world upon arrival. The tall palm trees, emerald sea contrasting with white sand, clear water, and white waves make even the sand and seaweed transparent. Among Jeju Island’s many beaches, Hyeopjae Beach, Gimnyeong Beach, and Hamdeok Beach are known for their beautiful sea colors. The clear, shallow water makes it a great summer spot for families. The west side of the beach is connected by an overpass, allowing you to walk on the sea.

What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off services in Jeju
Regular/Jumbo Taxi, Minivan, Mini-Bus options
Fuel and parking fees included
Insurance included
Driver speaks simple English, Japanese, or Chinese

What's Not Included

Lunch / Personal Expenses / Food and Drinks
Entry / Admission - USD 12 (Per person)
Gratuities are recommended, but not compulsory

Additional Information

This itinerary is a Typical itinerary and may vary depending on your departure location (jeju city or Seogwipo city). A professional local driver will guide you to the UNESCO-listed Seongsan Ilchulbong , the coastal walking course Seopjikoji, and beautiful beach and Seongeup Folk Village, managed by Jeju local government, is the only place where you can get a glimpse of Jeju people’s lives. If you want, you can experience wearing Hanbok, a traditional Korean costume, at the folk village. You can watch a performance by Jeju’s female divers at Seongsan Ilchulbong every day at 2 PM, and you can get more information at the Jeju Haenyeo Museum. The Jeju Haenyeo performance takes place at Seongsan Ilchulbong every day at 2 p.m. (When Departing from Seogwipo city or Gangjeong Cruise Terminal): Eastern Jeju tour course Basic Itinerary : East &South 1) Oedolgae 2) Jeongbang waterfall 3) Gwangchigi Beach 4) Seongsan illchulbong 5) seongeup folkvillage You can cover East and South of Jeju island

If Manjanggul Cave is closed (on the first Wednesday of every month), Jeju Haenyeo Museum will be offered as an alternative tour
If you start your tour in Seogwipo City, Go to the jeongbang waterfall and Oedolgae and Seongsan illchulbong and Gwangchigi Beach and Seongeup Folkvillage and Olle Market or Seopjikoji
Manjanggul Cave, a World Natural Heritage site, will be closed for safety inspection and internal construction as follows. Suspension of operation 2023.12.29. ~ 2025.08.31. so, replaced by another place.
The Jeju Haenyeo performance takes place at Seongsan Ilchulbong every day at 2 p.m.
jeju stone Park and Haenyeo Museum are closed every Monday. I will recommend other places on that day. Every Monday

Location

Manjanggul Lava Tube

Cancellation Policy

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

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Wnfate

May 9, 2024

Beautiful Jeju-do. - We enjoyed a great time on the Jeju Island Private Tour - Unesco Day Tour & Haenyeo Performance from Jeju Namyang Travel out of Seowipo-si. Mr. Ko (Ko Su Hong) was an excellent driver, guide and friend. He made sure we were able to see everything on our list and suggested a great Korean BBQ restaurant. The Seonsan Ilchulbong, Seongeup Village, Jeongbong Waterfall, Oedolage and Olle Market were very entertaining. We were happy and he was happy! Mr. Lee (Lee Hong Min), the Manager at Namyang was very helpful and understanding for all of our arrangements and questions. A very professional company that is highly recommended. Thank you so much, Gentlemen!

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Lior_c

Feb 26, 2024

Great intro to Jeju island. - Great introduction to the island and many of the beautiful hikes. We walked over 10 km going to all the trails the driver took us. The driver was very helpful, speaks English but does not tour with you. He was very helpful during lunch. All entry fees are not included but it is clearly stated so no problem. Highly recommend for introduction.

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Explore41282811998

Feb 7, 2024

5/5, Highly recommend - Outstanding service: Mr. Hong was fluent in English, incredibly friendly and well-versed in tour destinations. My mom and I had a great time! Highly recommend the Namyang Travels private tours with Mr. Hong.