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3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation
Three hours of private taxi with a suggested loop of the fishery market, Sokcho Beach and the Bada Hyanggiro coastal trail. A driver, not a guide.
US$30 per car · US$8 each for 4 · Meets at the pier
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- A private vehicle for up to 4, priced per vehicle, with a recommended schedule you can change.
- The market, the beach and the coastal walk are each given 30 to 60 minutes.
- Suitable for all fitness levels.
A small party who want a car for three hours and are happy to guide themselves.
The record lists Korean as the only language and no guide. It meets at the express bus terminal, 2.3 km from the ship. Admission fees and meals are extra, and there are no reviews yet. The market is a 20-minute walk from the ship on the city's own map, so compare with doing it on foot. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
The day, stop by stop
- 30 minSokcho Tourist & Fishery Market is a large traditional market located in Sokcho, where tourism and fishery industry are developed. Travelers can grab a bite there like Sundae(Korean sausage), fried chicken, fried snacks there.
- Sokcho Beach · 1 hrIt is a place where Sokcho citizens and tourists always visit, and there are parks, flower trails, and pine forest trails, making it even more enjoyable while bathing in the sea. So, even if travelers are not bathing in the sea, it is good to stop by anytime to explore the sea.
- Oeongchi Bada Hyangiro · 1 hrRevealing the natural beauty hidden for 65 years, Sokcho Oeongchi Badahyanggiro Trail is a spot where you can enjoy the cool sound of the waves and the scent of pine that emanates from pine trees over the wide open Oeongchi beach. Sokcho Oeongchi Badahyanggiro Trail has 4 courses that stretch for a total of 890 meters.
- Private transportation
- Meals / Coffee or Tea / Snacks are not included.
- Admission Fee
Guide languages: Korean. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by Plus Planner.
Check dates and book
Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.
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Before you book
Is the 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation worth it from the Sokcho cruise port?
Three hours of private taxi with a suggested loop of the fishery market, Sokcho Beach and the Bada Hyanggiro coastal trail. A driver, not a guide. Best for: A small party who want a car for three hours and are happy to guide themselves.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 5 hours. The tour runs 3 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. 180 minutes plus 90 minutes is 4.5 hours. A 5-minute taxi each way to the express bus terminal, rounded to half an hour, makes it 5 hours. It fits any Sokcho call.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What should I know before booking?
The record lists Korean as the only language and no guide. It meets at the express bus terminal, 2.3 km from the ship. Admission fees and meals are extra, and there are no reviews yet. The market is a 20-minute walk from the ship on the city's own map, so compare with doing it on foot. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
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