Glocal Sightseeing Tour-Incheon Open Port Modern History Experience 1 Day Tour(from Seoul) 글로컬 관광상품-인천 개항장 역사체험 1일 투어(서울왕복)

Open Port History Culture Tour Course

*This tourism product is co-developed product by Incheon Tourism Organization and the 'TRIPPOSE.COM'
*Can taste the Korean’s famous food. 
*We provide shuttle buses between Seoul and Incheon which takes about an hour. 
*We are planning to provide various presents and events in each time period. 
*We provide opportunities to experience the Korean traditional apparel and make one owns customized 'Hanji hand mirror traditional Korean paper handmade'. 

This product is on sale in discounted price through the support of Incheon Tourism Organization so make reservation as soon as possible. We will provide delightful memory of Korea. 



★ GIFT : Poster (Switch Drama) * 1 per person
#Sochang Experience Center appeared in SBS Wednesday/Thursday drama “Switch”! Take a look at the nice “hwamunseok” (a special matting mat) where actor #Jang Keun Suk sat, and experience also drinking Ganghwa special tea from cups used as props during filming.

※This event is subject to change or early termination due to our circumstances.

You can see, feel and experience the various tourist spots in Incheon where the past and future of Incheon, tradition and present coexist.

Incheon is a maritime city, which embraces the beauty of nature, a history city, which contains the history of Korea and a futuristic city that will lead a brilliant future. To you who want pleasure, Wolmido and Yeongjongdo Island will give you joy, to you who want relaxation, islands of Incheon will give you a relaxing and fulfilled feel of one afternoon and to you who want to know the modern and contemporary period of Korea, open port area and Chinatown will become your time machine. If you want the city's modernity and comfort, come to the Songdo international city Everything you can see, hear, talk, and feel in Incheon is a pleasant memory We invite you to the charm of Incheon!




As the Incheon Port was opened in 1883, this is where one could feel the rich history and culture accumulated over 126 years. Formerly used by the Japanese consulate, the Jung-gu Office, the Incheon branch of Japan's 1st, 18th and 58th Bank and other modern historical architecture can be found intact here. Also, it keeps the historical trace like Former Japan Mail and Shipping Inc., Incheon Art Platform, Jemulpo Gurakbu, and others for visitors to see and listen at the Incheon Gaehangjang (Open Port Area). For those who would like to have a detailed explanation, an Incheon cultural tourism expert is also available upon reservations.

 

★Tour course

*08:00 Pick up at Myeongdong Station Exit 3  / 명동역 3번출구 출발
*08:30 Departing from Hongdae (in front of Exit 3)  / 홍대역 3번출구 경유
*09:30 Harbor Park Hotel / 하버파크호텔
*09:40 Keulaedeul *Hanbok and be the character of Korean dramas. Experience the charm of Hanbok! /  클애들 *한복 및 전통의상으로 환복
*10:30 Incheon Jayu Park・Jemulpo Gurakbu *Walking tour / 자유공원, 제물포구락부
*11:30 Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street(Incheon Open Port Museum、Daebul Hotel·Jung-gu
Life History Museum, Incheon Art Platform、Incheon Jung-gu)*Walking tour   / 개항박물관 도보 관광(인천개항박물관, 대불호텔, 중구생활사전시관, 아트플랫폼, 인천중구청) *기념사진 촬영 포함
*13:00 Lunch (Incheon Chinatown Jajangmyeon ※1 choice) *1 table for 4 people 점심식사 (인천 차이나타운 짜장면 선택 1개) *4인 1개 테이블
*14:00 Hanjisaenggak Idak *Hand mirror Making / Hanji Craft. You can make you own souvenir with Korean traditional paper 'Hanji'!​ / 한지공예 손거울 만들기 체험
*15:00 Sinpo International Market *Free Tasting / 신포국제시장 관광 *꽈배기, 손만두 무료 시식(대왕꽈배기 1/2개, 손만두 1개)
*16:00 The Museum of Korean Modern Literature *A brief history of Korean literature / 한국근대문학관
*16:30 Harbor Park Hotel / 하버파크호텔 *인원체크 및 서울출발
*18:00 Arrive at Hongdae station
*18:30 Arrive at Myeongdong station

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※Children aged 0-2 may participate for free, provided they won't be occupying seats
※Only one child per booking may participate for free
※Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
A minimum number of 4 travelers is required for the tour to run. If the minimum number is not met, you have the option to reschedule to a different date or receive a full refund. You will be contacted at least 3 days before your scheduled tour
※The maximum number for each group is 40
※This itinerary is for reference only and is subject to day-to-day circumstances such as weather, traffic, etc.
※The tour will not be canceled due to rain, but in case of inclement weather such as storms, the tour will not push through. You will be given the option to either reschedule or cancel in case of inclement weather
※This tour has an English and Chinese speaking guide. Please select your preferred language upon check out.
※The tour will be canceled if the minimum of 4 people is not met and a full refund will be issued
※Please be patient should there be unexpected delays due to traffic conditions
※Please arrive on time. You will be considered a no-show if you are late.
※This tour involves a lot of walking time, please wear comfortable shoes.​



Incheon Open Port History Culture Street has preserved the history of more than 130 years since the opening of the port, and it is a place where a space similar to black-and-white photography is hidden throughout the idyllic street. Let's walk together in the past time while observing the historical and cultural space where traces of long years have accumulated.

*Travel Point : History and culture trip walking along and facing Korean modern history directly

 

Minimum number	4 person
Age restriction	None
Sponsor	WATERTREE(trippose.com)
Included services	Round-trip vehicles during the tour, guide, admission fee, Lunch, hanbok experience
Non-inclusive service	Dinner, Traveler’s insurance, Other personal expenses
Vehicle time	08:00 Pick up at Myeongdong Station Exit 3 / 08:30 Departing from Hongdae (in front of Exit 3) ※ Please be sure to board in time, as damage will occur to others after the departure time. Please arrive at 15 minutes in advance. ※ Vehicles are offered for 12, 25, or 45 passengers depending on the number of passengers. ※ When you make a reservation, please leave a contact form to be able to contact you locally.
Vehicle seat	On-site first-come-first-served basis (no designated seats) ※ If you have a passenger, please tell us when you board the vehicle. ※ Cancellation Policy: 5 days ago 0%, 6~7 days ago 70%, 8~9 days ago 50%, 11 days ago 100% ※ It is not possible to change or cancel the reservation 5 days before the entry date.
How to board	Check your voucher and ID before boarding the vehicle. (Mobile, printed voucher available) ※ Be sure to present your voucher. You cannot present reservation mail.
Costume	Participants will recommend sneakers and clothes that are convenient for movement.
Language	The guide’s primary language is English. On-site first-come-first-served basis (no designated seats) ※ If you have a passenger, please tell us when you board the vehicle. ※ Cancellation Policy: 5 days ago 0%, 6~7 days ago 70%, 8~9 days ago 50%, 11 days ago 100% ※ It is not possible to change or cancel the reservation 5 days before the entry date.

★ Precautions
※Please bring your passport with you.
※ If you cannot board on that day, no refund will be given.
※ It is difficult to give another seat for 1 person. Please understand.
※ Follow the instructions of the field guide to avoid damaging others. Please be sure to keep your boarding time and assembly time.
※ You may be held liable if you have a problem with your entire tour due to your personal behavior.
※ The vehicle is insured. However, we are not responsible for accidents during individual activities during the tour.


 

1. 08:00 Pick up at Myeongdong Station Exit 3
/ 08:30・Departing from Hongdae (in front of Exit 3) / 명동출발, 홍대경유

 

2. 09:30 Harbor Park Hotel / 하버파크호텔

Located within 40 minutes of the Incheon International Airport in downtown Incheon, Harbor Park Hotel is a themed hotel with a panoramic view of Incheon’s Chinatown to the west and the beautiful ocean to the east. The hotel caters largely to business guests and is equipped with a grand ballroom that seats 500, a meeting room with state-of-the-art facilities, and an international business lounge.


 

3. 09:40  Keulaedeul *Hanbok and be the character of Korean dramas. Experience the charm of Hanbok!
/  클애들 *한복 및 전통의상으로 환복

 

4. Incheon Jayu Park・Jemulpo Gurakbu *Walking tour
/ 자유공원, 제물포구락부

*Incheon Jayu Park
Mangukjigye(jigye means “border”) is the border between Korean and many countries which was formed in 1883 around the Eunbongsan Mountain. The Statue of General McArthur who led the Incheon Landing Operation was put up in 1957 and the name was changed to Jayu Park. It is a popular place for citizens and is full of cherry blossoms and greenery in the spring.

*Jemulpo Gurakbu
Jemulpo Club was established in 1901 to be used as the venue for foreigners such as American, English, German, French, Russian and a small minority of Chinese and Japanese all living in Incheon to build up friendships before opening the port. The two-story brick building was comprised of a library room, pool table, tennis court and others facilities.

 

5. 11:30 Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street(Incheon Open Port Museum、Daebul Hotel·Jung-gu Life History Museum,
Incheon Art Platform、Jung-gu Office Station)*Walking tour  
 / 개항박물관 도보 관광(인천개항박물관, 대불호텔, 중구생활사전시관,
아트플랫폼, 인천중구청) *기념사진 촬영 포함

*Incheon Open Port Museum
This museum contains the entire history of open port Incheon. Since first opening up in 1883, the museum has had displays of modern relics introduced through the Incheon Port including the first dock, the mailing system, Naeri Church (the first methodological church), the first Western trade company, Yeonghwa School and Gyeongin Railroad, which was the first railroad in Korea. In addition, visitors may see the streets around the Open Port.

 

*Daebul Hotel·Jung-gu Life History Museum
Jung-gu Life history Museum and Daebul Hotel exhibition are connected. The Daebul Hotel Exhibition is an exhibition hall that introduces the history of Daebul Hotel, the first Western-style hotel in Korea. It displays teacups, tableware, phonographs, beds and more that were used at that time. The Jung-gu Life history Museum reproduced the life scenes of Incheon Jung-gu in the 1960s and 1970s. Old words of memory, such as 'jeonpasa, donas (doughnuts), and byunso, are popping out It is a sightseeing spot for grandparents to visit with their grandchildren.



*Incheon Art Platform
It was situated in a warehouse dating from the opening port era. The building has been transformed into a complex of art and culture. Historic building and various works of residency artists attract visitors' attention. Incheon art platform is an art complex that was designed based on the residence program.* It is a space where artists and researchers in various fields including the visual arts can focus on their creative and research activities. The place consists of 13 buildings numbered from A to H and remodeled left buildings and modern buildings in Haeandong, Jung-gu which has culture and arts sections, as well as creative studios, crafts, archives, education halls, exhibition halls and concert halls.

 

6. 13:00 Lunch (Incheon Chinatown Jajangmyeon ※1 choice) *1 table for 4 people 점심식사 (인천 차이나타운 짜장면 선택 1개) *4인 1개 테이블

The chef is engaged in everything from the selection of ingredients to the seasoning to guarantee the taste. You can dine comfortably in a store with a quiet atmosphere with high-quality interior, and it is well known as a delicious restaurant for foreigners.

 

7. 14:00 Hanjisaenggak Idak *Hand mirror Making / Hanji Craft.
You can make you own souvenir with Korean traditional paper 'Hanji'!​
/ 한지공예 손거울 만들기 체험

It is designed to be a gallery and a cafe with a traditional atmosphere so that ordinary people can easily touch it. It is a unique shop where Korean traditions are alive as it has been introduced many times in overseas magazines. Korean paper is a high-quality and beautiful paper made with a Korean manufacturing method. Crafts such as frames, accessories and accessories made from this paper have a unique beauty. In “Recollections of Korean Paper”, you can buy various Korean papers and crafts using Korean paper, and you can also learn Korean paper crafts from Korean paper experts for free. You can also take home the Korean paper you have created.

 

8. 15:00 Sinpo International Market *Free Tasting
Twisted Korean doughnuts (Kkwabaegi), 
Son Mandu (homemade dumplings)
/ 신포국제시장 관광 *꽈배기, 손만두 무료 시식(대왕꽈배기 1/2개, 손만두 1개)

There are lots of shops like mills, general stores, hardware stores and imported clothing stores. It is also famous for special foods uniquely found only in Incheon like jjolmyeon, dumplings, and gonggalppang(crispy, hollow bread) and kkalguksu(soup with chopped noodles). In particular, dakgangjeong(deep-fried glazed chicken) from the previous name of Sinpo Market in 1930, ‘dakjeon’, has been a symbol of the market for a long time. Sinpo Market was officially registered as a market in 1970 and now boasts over 140 stores.The most famous item of the market is dakgangjeong, a Korean dish of crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. Other popular dishes include yuni jjajang, egg tart, freshwater fish jeon, mandu, and jjolmyeon (chewy noodles).

 

9. 16:00 The Museum of Korean Modern Literature
*Meet the Modern Literature in Incheon / 한국근대문학관

Do you know the Museum of Korean Modern Literature? True to its name, the building has a shape of modern architecture. Since its opening in 1883, Incheon has been the gate for influx of modern culture. The Museum of Korean Modern Literature is a remodeled building of a back-then warehouse.




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