3-day itinerary for Jeju island

Written by Donovan April 24, 2023 Category: Asia, South Korea Tags: , , , , , , Comments

Here is the suggested itinerary from ChatGPT:

Day 1:

  • Visit Jeju Folk Village Museum to learn about the history and culture of Jeju Island
  • Explore the Manjanggul Cave, one of the longest lava tubes in the world
  • Check out the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular spot for sunrise and sunset views
  • End the day at Seopjikoji, a beautiful coastal area with cliffs and stunning views

Day 2:

  • Start the day at Jeju Stone Park, which features various sculptures and installations made of volcanic rocks
  • Visit the Jeju Teddy Bear Museum, where you can see different kinds of teddy bears and learn about their history
  • Take a stroll through the Jeju Dongmun Traditional Market, where you can find local food, crafts, and souvenirs
  • Head to the Jeju Loveland, a park with erotic and humorous sculptures and artwork

Day 3:

  • Visit the Jeju Museum of Art, which displays various contemporary artworks and installations
  • Explore the Jeju Olle Trail, a network of hiking trails that offer scenic views of the island’s coastline and landscape
  • Check out the Jeju Haenyeo Museum, where you can learn about the history and culture of the island’s female divers
  • End the day at the Jeju Aqua Planet, a large aquarium with various marine animals and interactive exhibits

Of course, this is just a suggestion, and you can customise the itinerary to suit your interests and preferences. Jeju Island has many other attractions and activities to offer, such as beaches, waterfalls, and natural parks, so make sure to do some research and plan accordingly.

However, this was my second time to the island, and based on our interests, we have shortlisted a few exciting places to go to during our trip.

Day 1

  • pickup rental car from the airport
  • Drive to Osulloc tea museum
  • Check out the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular spot for sunrise and sunset views
  • Seongsan Canola fields photoshoot

Day 2

  • tried to hike up Mount Hallasan – there are many trails in this national park so choose your route wisely, based on your fitness level and available time. The Eorimok trail is a suitable hike for beginners.
  • Explore the Jeju Olle Trail, a network of hiking trails that offer scenic views of the island’s coastline and landscape. Saebyeol Oreum mini hike (only takes half an hour to reach the top of the peak 98m).
  • Seogwiyo – Jeonbang Falls and Cheonjiyeon Falls
  • Seogwipo market shopping like a local. Did you know that Seogwipo is the second largest city in Jeju?
  • Soaking in a Korean sauna
  • Dinner in Jeju City, along Black Pig Street, famous for its black pork BBQ

Day 3

  • Day trip to Udo Island. A suggestion is to stay around the eastern part of Jeju, around Seongsan, so that you would not need to drive so much. The ferry terminal is near Seongsan too.
  • Check out the Jeju Haenyeo Museum, where you can learn about the history and culture of the island’s female divers
  • Have a nice afternoon coffee at Cafe Hallasan, a quaint cafe with views of the coast.
  • Take a stroll through the Jeju Dongmun Traditional Market, where you can find local food, crafts, and souvenirs
  • Dinner at Guksu Madang (a famous noodle shop, Address: 65 Samseong-ro, Jeju-si)

Day 4

  • Relax at the hotel, have breakfast before check out
  • Last minute shopping
  • Head to the airport to catch the flight.