Private Tour Jeju Spirited Garden and South Area in Jeju Island
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Private Tour Jeju Spirited Garden and South Area in Jeju Island

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5h - 6h
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About this experience

The Garden of Thought consists of eight smaller gardens. Hailed as "the most beautiful garden in the world," this nationally designated private garden represents South Korea.

Colorful waterfalls, ponds, and natural stone structures create a unique Korean garden aesthetic. Each pond is filled with goldfish, adding to the joy of feeding them. Along the paths that wind through the garden, meticulously maintained trees and bonsai trees are lush with greenery. From pine trees reaching for the sky to sturdy earthen pine trees stretching out like human arms, hundreds of bonsai trees captivate visitors.

Furthermore, stroll through Sanyang Gotjawal, a forest of trees and stones, breathing in healthy air. Enjoy a refreshing cup of tea at the Green Tea Cafe. Marvel at the beautiful ocean views from the Jusangjeolli Cliffs. Admire the volcanic coastal cliffs and the ocean views from Yongmeori Beach.

Available options

13 up to 42 Bus Tour

Duration: 6 hours<br/>Big bus: Big Bus ( 18 person seater bus ~ 43 seater bus )<br/>13 up to 42 Bus tour : BUS + driver + Licensed English tour guide <br/>Pickup included

2person tour

With Locar tour Taxi driver <br/>Duration: 6 hours<br/>Regular taxi <br/>Pickup included

8up to 12 person tour

Duration: 6 hours<br/> Jumbo taxi : Solrati mini bus 12person seater
<br/>8 up to 12 pe person tour: With Locar Tour Taxi driver
Solrati mini bus (12 ~15person seater )<br/>Pickup included

Private Tour Jeju Spirited Garden & west area in Jeju island

Duration: 6 hours<br/>Regular taxi <br/>1 person taxi tour: With Local tour Taxi Driver <br/>Pickup included

5 up to 7 person Tour

Duration: 6 hours<br/>Jumbo taxi : Staria mini van (7 person seater )
Or Solrati mini bus (12 person seater )<br/>5 up to 7 person tour: With Locar jumbo taxi driver <br/>Pickup included

4person tour

Duration: 6 hours<br/>Big space taxi or Jumbo taxi : Grandeur Taxi or QM 6 or Jumbo taxi <br/>4 person taxi tour: With Big space taxi tour <br/>Pickup included

3person Tour

Duration: 6 hours<br/>Regular taxi <br/>3 person tour <br/>Pickup included

What's included

Jeju airport pick up & Any jeju place start tour & anyhotel drop off ok (No extra additional charge)
For groups of 13 or more, will be operated by a bus, bus driver, and qualified interpreter guide.
NO additional charges for tour departures from out-of-town areas or for tour endings in any area.
Tour is conducted best driver who has a lot of experience in foreign tours & speaks simple English.
Air-conditioned vehicle and parking fee and fuel fee are included
All admission fee are included / Insurance is included.
if you wish , You can add or exclude attractions place.
We always provide taxis registered in south of Korea.(All taxis include transportation insurance.)

Detailed itinerary

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The Thinking Garden was founded in 1968 by a farmer who began reclaiming the wasteland of Jeojiri, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju City. This creative garden, completed through a single man's dedication, comprises eight small gardens on a 13,000-pyeong (43,000-square-foot) site. It has been hailed as "the most beautiful garden in the world" and is a representative private garden of South Korea, designated by the government.

The diverse waterfalls and ponds, interspersed with natural stone structures, create a unique Korean garden aesthetic. Each pond teems with goldfish, making feeding them a delight. Along the paths through the garden, trees and bonsai trees, meticulously tended at first glance, are lined with lush greenery. Hundreds of bonsai varieties, including the Korean pine tree reaching for the sky and the sturdy, earthen pine tree, stretching its arms like a human being, captivate visitors.

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Sanyang Gotjawal
Distributed widely across the eastern, western, and northern parts of Jeju Island, Gotjawal is a unique forest unique to the world, where northern and southern limit plants coexist thanks to its rich groundwater content and exceptional thermal insulation and moisturizing properties. Gotjawal
During volcanic eruptions, highly viscous lava fragments into large and small boulders, creating a rugged terrain. This creates a vibrant, natural rock forest, a mixture of rocks, soil, trees, and vines. People of all ages can enjoy a one-hour stroll through Gotjawal, truly experiencing the vibrant nature of the region.

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Stop 3

O'sulloc green tea farm

Opened in September 2001, O'sulloc Tea Museum is a museum with domestic and foreign tea-related items. It is a cultural space that harmonizes the traditions of the East and the West and the modern, as well as a nature-friendly resting space. It is a learning space where you can understand green tea and traditional Korean tea culture, where you can experience all things Sulloc tea.

Taking pictures in the green tea field
It is worth experiencing the feeling of green youth. How about making time for meditation for the whole family to relax and have a leisurely cup of tea?
In the midst of busy life in the city
We hope that this will be a time of recovery for the body and mind.

4

Yongmeori Coast
Yongmeori Coast is located at the foot of Sanbangsan Mountain and extends all the way to the coast. Yongmeori Coast was given its name because it resembles the shape of a dragon going into the sea. Layers of sandstone over tens of millions of years have been carved by waves to form strange cliffs. The hollow inside, like the secret room hit by the waves, or the empty cave like the traces of the waves on the rock wall, makes you feel the grandeur of facing a long history. The spectacular scenery of winding cliffs with a length of 30 to 50 meters has been filmed as a background for commercials and movies.

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Columnar joints are quadrangular-shaped pillars that look as if they were delicately carved with a sharp carving knife, and are vertical joints that appear in basaltic lava flows. It was formed as a result of the contraction of thick lava flowing from a crater and rapidly cooling. You can enjoy the mystery of nature as the hexagonal stone pillars standing on top of each other, like a stack of stairs, are surrounded like a folding screen. The waves crashing against the pillars are also a sight to behold, and in severe cases, a 'show' soaring more than 20m in height is unfolded, taking the viewer's breath away. The Jusangjeolli Cliff in the Jungmun-Daepo Coast boasts the largest scale in Korea with a height of 30 to 40m and a width of about 1km, and is designated as Jeju Island Natural Monument No. 443.

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Yakcheonsa Temple is free to all tourists. Its name derives from its spring, which gushes forth from spring to fall, and its pond, which contains mineral water flowing year-round. Boasting the largest main hall in East Asia, the temple gained fame in 1996 with the construction of Daejeok Gwangjeon Hall, a major Buddhist event led by Hyein, who took office as chief priest in 1981. The 29-meter-tall Daejeok Gwangjeon Hall is a five-story concrete structure, with one basement level, and stands in front of the main hall, housing an 18-ton bell inscribed with text and images emphasizing filial piety.

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Opened in 1971, Hallim Park was created by Song Bong-gyu, the founder, by cultivating a vast field in the Hallim area. It is a theme park consisting of nine themes: subtropical botanical garden, bonsai garden, folk village, palm tree path, cave, bird safari, pond garden, senior exhibition hall, and outdoor walking path. It is also a place where you can see various flowers that can be seen in Jeju every month. World celebrities such as former Chinese Prime Minister Jiang Zemin and former Japanese Prime Minister Nakasone have visited. It is a world famous attraction visited by more than 1 million domestic and foreign visitors every year.

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It is time to go back to the accommodation after finishing the sightseeing taxi tour. We will drop you off at the location you left in the morning or around your accommodation.

What's not included

Gratuities /Food and Drinks / personal Expenses

Available languages

Guide guide
EN
Written guide
EN

Important information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
On jeju taxi tours, a driver is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. (Excluding mountain hiking courses and sea side walking course : Wait for pick up on the other side )
If you want to take the Hallim Park tour, you can do so without taking any other tours.

Important notes

If Manjanggul lava tube is closed day(on the firet Wednesday of every month) ' we recommend other tour place(Jeju stone park or Jeju Haenyeo Museum will be offered as an alternative tour)

If you wish to use additional time,
For each additional hour, it costs 30.000 KRW (Regular), 40.000 KRW (jumbo), 50.000 KRW (mini bus)

Closure Information (No entry)

1. Jeju Stone Park and Haenyeo Museum are closed on Every Mondays.
2. Manjanggul Cave is closed .

Manjanggul Cave is temporarily closed until July 2025 for safety inspection due to falling rocks within the cave.

3. Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak is closed on the first Monday of every month.

You can take a walk on the promenade on the left, free of charge, and the haenyeo performance will be held normally. The haenyeo performance is suddenly canceled in case of bad weather.

4 On Yongmeori Beach, if the sea level is high or the weather is bad, walking on the rocky beach is not allowed. Depending on the weather and wave height of the day, the beach promenade is open or controlled.
5. In case of heavy snowfall in Hallasan Mountain in winter, entry and climbing to Hallasan Mountain is restricted.

6. In the case of strong winds and typhoons, entry to many beach attractions may be restricted.

About Jeju

Jeju is a volcanic island located in the Korea Strait, known for its beautiful landscapes, unique volcanic formations, and rich cultural heritage. It's a popular destination for both domestic and international travelers seeking natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

Top Attractions

Hallasan Mountain

Hallasan is a dormant volcano and the highest mountain in South Korea, offering stunning landscapes and hiking trails.

Nature Half to full day Free

Jeju Loveland

An adult-themed sculpture park featuring erotic art and sculptures, offering a unique and provocative experience.

Entertainment 2-3 hours ₩14,000 (approx. $11)

Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)

A tuff cone volcano known for its stunning sunrise views and crater rim walk.

Nature 1-2 hours ₩2,000 (approx. $1.60)

Manjanggul Cave

One of the longest lava tunnels in the world, offering a unique geological experience.

Historical 1 hour ₩2,000 (approx. $1.60)

Jeju Folk Village

An open-air museum showcasing traditional Korean houses and cultural performances.

Cultural 2-3 hours ₩10,000 (approx. $8)

Must-Try Local Dishes

Black Pork BBQ (Heukdwaeji Gui)

Jeju black pork is known for its tender and flavorful meat, often grilled and served with various side dishes.

Dinner Contains pork, not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

Halliang (Jeju Soup)

A hearty soup made with local ingredients like black pork, vegetables, and sometimes seafood.

Lunch/Dinner Contains meat, can be made vegetarian upon request.

Haenyeo Sundae

A blood sausage made with pork blood and various ingredients, named after the female divers of Jeju.

Snack Contains pork and blood, not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

Hallabong

A sweet and juicy tangerine unique to Jeju, often enjoyed fresh or in various desserts.

Snack/Dessert Vegan-friendly.

Popular Activities

Hiking Scuba diving Snorkeling Paragliding Horseback riding Beach lounging Spa and wellness Hot springs

Best Time to Visit

April to June, September to November

Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather with mild temperatures and lower humidity. These seasons are ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

15°C to 25°C 59°F to 77°F

Practical Information

Language

  • Official: Korean
  • Widely spoken: English (limited), Japanese (in tourist areas)
  • English: Limited

Currency

South Korean Won (KRW)

Time Zone

GMT+9

Electricity

220VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Jeju is a safe destination with low crime rates. However, travelers should exercise normal precautions to protect themselves and their belongings.

Important Precautions:
  • • Keep valuables secure and out of sight.
  • • Use reputable tour operators and taxis.
  • • Be cautious of strangers offering unsolicited help or services.

Getting there

By air
  • Jeju International Airport • 12 km from Jeju City
By bus

Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal

Getting around

Public transport

Buses are the primary mode of public transport on Jeju, with a comprehensive network connecting major attractions and towns.

Taxis

Available • Apps: KakaoTaxi

Rentals

Car, Bike, Scooter

Neighborhoods

Jeju City Seogwipo Ara-dong

Day trips

Udo Island
15 km from Jeju City • Full day

A small island known for its beautiful beaches, lush landscapes, and unique volcanic formations.

Seopjikoji
20 km from Jeju City • Half day

A scenic coastal area known for its beautiful views, lighthouse, and nearby attractions.

Oedolgae Rock
10 km from Jeju City • Half day

A unique rock formation rising from the sea, offering beautiful views and a small temple.

Festivals

Jeju Fire Festival • February 28 - March 2 Jeju Haenyeo (Female Diver) Festival • June 2-3 Jeju Olle Culture Festival • October 1-7

Pro tips

  • Rent a car for the ultimate flexibility and freedom to explore the island at your own pace.
  • Try local street food and snacks for an authentic and delicious culinary experience.
  • Visit popular attractions early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy the best light for photography.
  • Pack layers, as Jeju's weather can be unpredictable and variable throughout the day.
  • Learn a few basic Korean phrases to enhance your interactions with locals and show respect for their culture.
From $25 per person

Price varies by option

Adults
Age 19-79
1
Childs
Age 7-12
0
Infants
Age 1-6
0
Booking requirements:
  • Min travelers: 1
  • Max travelers: 15
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