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From Mr. Sunshine to Pachinko: Korea Heritage 1-Day Tour Nonsan
Seoul
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Escape beyond Seoul and discover Korea’s cinematic landscapes and hidden cultural heritage. Visit peaceful temples, traditional hanok estates, and Sunshine Studio - the famous filming location featured in and . Experience a relaxing journey through Korea’s history, culture, and storytelling.
Depending on the season, enjoy a special fruit-picking experience where you can freely taste fresh Korean strawberries or apples straight from the farm. A healthy Korean temple-style lunch is also included for a peaceful local dining experience.
Included * Seoul meeting & Seoul drop-off service * Private vehicle transportation * Friendly Slow Korea guide (English) * Jijangjeongsa Temple * Myeongjae Hou...
Highlights
9 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Korean Buddhist temple cuisine
Entrance fees to all scheduled attractions
Bottled water
Private vehicle transportation
Parking Fees
Experience picking and tasting fresh Korean strawberries or apples right at the farm.
Round-trip KTX train tickets between Seoul and Gongju Station
Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
100
[09:30] Gongju KTX Station
For guests who purchased the Nonsan tour only, please meet our guide holding a “Slow Korea” flag in front of Gongju KTX Station. (Meeting time: 09:30 AM)
Recommended Train: KTX-Sancheon #407
[07:39] Departure from Seoul Station → [08:45] Arrival at Gongju Station
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From Mr. Sunshine to Pachinko: Korea Heritage 1-Day Tour Nonsan
Seoul
About
Escape beyond Seoul and discover Korea’s cinematic landscapes and hidden cultural heritage. Visit peaceful temples, traditional hanok estates, and Sunshine Studio - the famous filming location featured in and . Experience a relaxing journey through Korea’s history, culture, and storytelling.
Depending on the season, enjoy a special fruit-picking experience where you can freely taste fresh Korean strawberries or apples straight from the farm. A healthy Korean temple-style lunch is also included for a peaceful local dining experience.
Included * Seoul meeting & Seoul drop-off service * Private vehicle transportation * Friendly Slow Korea guide (English) * Jijangjeongsa Temple * Myeongjae Hou...
Highlights
9 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Korean Buddhist temple cuisine
Entrance fees to all scheduled attractions
Bottled water
Private vehicle transportation
Parking Fees
Experience picking and tasting fresh Korean strawberries or apples right at the farm.
Round-trip KTX train tickets between Seoul and Gongju Station
Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Departure
100
[09:30] Gongju KTX Station
For guests who purchased the Nonsan tour only, please meet our guide holding a “Slow Korea” flag in front of Gongju KTX Station. (Meeting time: 09:30 AM)
Recommended Train: KTX-Sancheon #407
[07:39] Departure from Seoul Station → [08:45] Arrival at Gongju Station
Return
Itinerary
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Myeongdong
Meeting 1: [07:00] at Myeongdong Station Exit 10 (in front of Sejong Hotel)
• Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure
• Look for the guide holding a “SLOW KOREA” flag
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Gongju
Meeting 2: [09:30] Gongju KTX Station
• Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure
• Look for the guide holding a “SLOW KOREA” flag
• Recommended Train: KTX-Sancheon #407
[07:39] Departure from Seoul Station → [08:45] Arrival at Gongju Station
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Jijangjeongsa Temple
Jijangjeongsa Temple Cultural Experience
Enjoy a special guided experience personally led by a Korean Buddhist monk, making the visit even more meaningful and authentic. During the temple walk, you’ll learn about the history, philosophy, and traditions of Korean Buddhism directly from the monk, followed by a relaxed conversation session where you can freely ask questions and share thoughts together.
Take a quiet moment for meditation, and participate in whatever way feels most comfortable to you.
1 hour
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Jijangjeongsa Temple
A leisurely walk through the surrounding village, followed by a visit to a local strawberry or apple farm. (Seasonal experience)
• Spring: Strawberry picking experience
• Autumn: Apple harvesting experience
• Summer/Winter: Buddhist prayer bead (mala) making and traditional dancheong (temple decorative painting) craft experience
1 hour
5
Jijangjeongsa Temple
️Lunch: Temple Food Experience
Enjoy a healthy and delicious Korean temple-style meal inspired by centuries-old Buddhist food traditions.
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are carefully prepared to create a light yet deeply satisfying dining experience.
Experience Balwoo Gongyang, a traditional Buddhist meal practice rooted in mindfulness and gratitude.
Depending on the day and weather conditions, the meal may also be served as a fresh picnic-style lunch box.
1 hour
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Myeongjae House
Myeongjae House - A Confucian Scholar’s Residence
Visit a beautifully preserved late Joseon-era aristocratic house shaped by Confucian traditions and Korean heritage.
• Traditional hanok architecture from the late 1600s
• Classic ondol floor heating system
• Peaceful courtyard connected to nature
• Authentic cultural experience in a calm historic setting
30 minutes
7
Sunshine Land
Sunshine Studio - Where Korean History Meets K-Drama
Explore the famous filming location featured in Netflix’s Mr. Sunshine and Apple TV’s Pachinko.
The studio recreates Korea during the late 1800s to early 1900s — a turbulent period when the country was opening to foreign influences and moving toward modern society.
• Historic streets inspired by the Korean Empire era
• Filming site of globally recognized Korean dramas
• Unique blend of Korean, Japanese, and Western architecture
• A glimpse into Korea’s modernization and independence era
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Seoul
Return to Seoul after a full day of cultural experiences and local exploration. Drop-off is available at Myeongdong Shopping Street or City Hall Station.
