Excursion Jeju city highlights tour at Jeju Island

Explore the natural, historical, and traditional highlights of Jeju City during this scenic and informative, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Jeju City, Folklore & Natural History Museum, Natural, Folkloric, Historical & Lifestyle Exhibits

Depart the pier for the short drive to the Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum. Opened in 1984, the museum displays thousands of folkloric, natural, and historical artefacts excavated in Jeju-do. During your visit, explore the museum's four exhibition halls, which display a comprehensive and diverse array of historical, marine, natural, ecological, lifestyle, cultural, traditional, architectural, and dietary artefacts. An outdoor exhibition hall features diving gear utilised by 'haenyeo', or female divers, farming and traditional tools for daily living, ritual materials, and stone structures made from the volcanic rock of Jeju-do.  

Halla Arboretum, Forest Trail, Greenhouse, Orchid Exhibition Hall, Bamboo Trail, Moss Garden

Next, re-board your coach and head to the Halla Arboretum. Upon arrival, take a quiet stroll through the tranquil forest of this serene environment. Highlights include a quaint greenhouse, which is home to rare plants endemic to Jeju Island. The colour contrast of green plants growing on black basalt leaves quite an impression, as does the captivating Orchid Exhibition Hall with its volcanic stones in every corner. At Jukrimwon, see different bamboo varieties densely planted along the wooden deck trail, creating a refreshing atmosphere with fresh air and the gentle warmth of summer. Finally, see the Ikkiwon (Moss Garden), which is covered almost entirely in different species of green moss.

Dongmun Market, Guided Tour, Free Time, Shopping

Leaving the Halla Arboretum, re-board your coach and drive to the Dongmun Traditional Market, which was established after the liberation in 1945. Due to a huge fire that broke out in March 1954, the entire market and nearby area were reduced to ashes. The market was then moved to its current location and kept its original name. As one of the most popular traditional markets in Jeju, Dongmun has served countless customers, selling a wide array of items at inexpensive prices. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of this bustling market, followed by some free time to browse for souvenirs. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Jeju, Folklore & Natural History Museum, Historical, Ecological & Folkloric Exhibits, Halla Arboretum, Forest Trail, Plants, Orchids, Bamboos, Dongmun Market

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking for approximately 2.7 miles (about 4.3 kilometres), at times over uneven and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 10-20 steps at the sites visited; a lift is available at the Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum. Walking at the Dongmun Market is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a sweater or light jacket, bottled water, and local currency or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least eight years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Flash photography is not permitted inside the Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum is closed on Mondays. These sites will be replaced with the visit to Yongyeon pond &  Yongduam Rock. The tour sequence may vary.