Zoom in Hamyang [3rd, 4th] - Korea Voluntour package

[ZOOM-IN Hamyang]

Recruiting 3rd & 4th trip members

Tasteful relaxation

at Seon-bi town

 

 

 

3rd Trip | Jun 16~18, 2023 | Hamyang

4th Trip | Jun 23~25, 2023 | Hamyang

Relaxing summer trip in ‘Hamyang’ by the beautiful forest, valleys and traditional houses

SOLD OUT

This trip is currently sold out. It will be held again in July and August, so please wait!

ZOOM-IN PLANET
SOCIAL TRIP

 

<Zoom-In Planet> specializes in social trips around the world,
that allow the travelers to enjoy the local culture
and take part in social activities that helps the local community

The 1st and 2nd social trips in Korea were held in Yeong Deok

We are now looking for members
to join the 3rd and 4th social trip in Hamyang!

Trip 3 and 4 each has different contents and activities that go along with the theme of the trip, choose which theme you are more interested in

 

Sponsors

This trip is proudly sponsored by the municipal government of Hamyang

3rd Trip Theme

Seon-Bi with 水(soo : water)

 

 

Hamyang is a small village in Gyeongsangnam-do that has Chilseon Valley, one of the three most famous valleys in Korea.
It is 2 hours from Busan and 1 hour from Gwangju.
Join the trip from June 16th to 18th, and experience the beautiful nature of Hamyang.
This project will be filled with activities centered on cultural experiences, environmental protection, and traditional Korean games.
We will make unforgettable memories with you for three days in Hamyang.

Seonbi Village Tour

Take a look around the town of Seonbi (traditional Korean Scholars), enjoy a cup of tea and peaceful serenity of the scholar town

Korea’s Best Valley Trekking

Walk along the beautiful silky valley of Hwarim-dong, picking up any rubbish you see on the way

Water with the kids in the neighborhood

Exchange cultures with the locals by playing traditional Korean games with local children and dipping your feet in the refreshing river

Night Picnic Stargazing

Early summer stargazing in rural villages free from all the city lights. Let’s look for your zodiac sign together!

Making and Eating Korean Vegan Food

Make Korean pancakes fried together in authentic traditional way, on a lid of a large pot

Forest trekking tour

Walk barefoot on the forest trail made by Choi, Chiwon the famous scholar (Seonbi) from Shilla dynasty. Enjoy the green planes of Hamyang

Networking party

Meet-up with local residents, businesses, and other participants of the festival. Hang out and bond with all sorts of people, and make new friends!

4th Trip Theme

Seon-Bi with 林(lim : forest)

 

 

Hamyang is a small village in Gyeongsangnam-do by the beautiful Jirisan Mountain, the highest peak of the Sobaeksan Mountain Range.
It is 2 hours from Busan and 1 hour from Gwangju.
During the trip from June 23rd to 25th, you will experience the beautiful nature of Hamyang.
This project will be filled with activities focusing on Hamyang’s traditional experience, environmental protection, and woodwork.
We will make unforgettable memories with you for three days.

Traditional village tour

Take a look around the town of Seonbi (traditional Korean Scholars), enjoy a cup of tea and peaceful serenity of the scholar town

Korea’s Best Mountain Trekking

Trekking and picking up trashes along the trails of Deogyusan Mountain and Hwangseoksan Mountain, where the old scholars walked for their national officials examination

Woodcraft activities

Make a wooden bench with timber obtained from the quality trees of Hamyang and donate it to the village

Making and Eating Korean Vegan Food

Make Korean pancakes fried together in authentic traditional way, on a lid of a large pot

Forest trekking tour

Walk barefoot on the forest trail made by Choi, Chiwon the famous scholar (Seonbi) from Shilla dynasty. Enjoy the green plaines of Hamyang

Networking party

Meet-up with traditional culture, local residents, businesses, and other participants of the festival. Hang out and bond with all sorts of people, and make new friends!

All included trip for just 50,000KRW or USD50$

Includes accommodation, transport during the trip, meals, and travel guide
* Personal expenses not included

SOLD OUT

This trip is currently sold out. It will be held again in July and August, so please wait!

Accomm

2 nights and 3 days

Shared room (3 ppl per room)

Transport

within Ham Yang

During the program, pick-up at station or bus terminal

Meals

3 meals a day

* Please let us know if you have special requirement such as allergies or vegetarian etc.

Brief Schedule

Volunteer activities and tours will end before 6 p.m.

JUN 16 (FRI)
Morning
Meet up at Hamyang bus terminal

Afternoon
Traditional Hanok tour, Traditional academy Tour, Networking party

JUN 17 (SAT)
Morning
Seonbi culture trail valley trekking

Afternoon
Play games with local children, make Korean pancake, stargazing

JUN 18 (SUN)
Morning
Sanglim park tour, collaborative portrait painting activity

Afternoon
Finish the tour at Hamyang terminal
(go back home)

JUN 23 (FRI)
Morning
Meet up at Hamyang bus terminal

Afternoon
Traditional Hanok tour, Traditional academy Tour, Networking party

JUN 24 (SAT)
Morning
Seonbi culture trail valley trekking

Afternoon
Woodcraft, make Korean pancake, stargazing

JUN 25 (SUN)
Morning
Sanglim park tour, collaborative portrait painting activity

Afternoon
Finish the tour at Hamyang terminal
(go back home)

* Scheduled activities are subject to change

Where will we sleep?

 

You will be staying in ‘Seohadawoom Youth Residence’, a platform that connects young travelers to the local community

It is a single floor accommodation with 4 rooms. Each room is equipped with a single bed and a bunk bed, suitable for 2 to 3 people to stay in. It also has 2 bathrooms with showers available

Kitchen is available for anyone wishing to cook, and laundry facility can be used free of charge. There’s also a children’s library (closed on Sundays) 2 minutes walk away, and convenient store 5 minutes walk away from the accommodation

There’s a cafe right next to the accommodation and you can buy coffee, tea, other beverages, and deserts

You will be served sandwiches or bread for breakfast, and various Korean food for lunch and dinner

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FAQ

Here are some of the frequently asked question, if you have any other questions, please send us an email at help@planetzoom.in

How is the price so cheap?

This trip is sponsored by the Hamyang municiple government to promote Hamyang city
and attract foreign travelers to Hamyang

What happens after I pay?

We will send you an email confirming your reservation.
Also, we will provide detailed instruction on meeting point, what to bring etc.

Can I just attend some part of the program?

You are required to attend the entire program.
However, we may open a regular program soon that is similar to this trip.

Is it possible to just attend a few activities?

Sure, You can decide whether to participate in the entire program or selected activities only.
Please see the schedule above, and let us know when you will join us.

Where do we need to go to?

The meeting point is Hamyang bus terminal
Please meet us at the meeting point by 12:00 (noon) on June 16th/23th (Friday).
If you are leaving from Seoul, you can take the bus from East-Seoul bus terminal or Southern (Nambu) bus terminal to get there.
Please let us know if you have trouble finding your way to the meeting point or if you are not joining us from the beginning.

How do I make the payment?

Please sign up and log-in to our website, and click on the orange button ‘purchase ticket’
*If you experience any difficulty with payment, please feel free to contact us via email or KakaoTalk!

Is the reservation confirmed after the payment?

We will contact you within 24 hour of payment completion. Please check your email after making the payment.

Do I have any free time?

Please make sure you attend all the activities we arranged for you, but you will have plenty of free time after that.

Do I need to speak Korean?

No, Planet Zoom-In staff will accompany you throughout the entire program and will translate for you when needed.
We will also teach you a few useful Korean phrases during the orientation, you don’t have to worry about anything.

Do I need to bring any pocket money?

We recommend bringing some spare change to spend on personal things such as souvenirs,
gifts or snacks you may want to buy at the traditional village tour or the Sanglim park.

What kind of food will we be eating? (Do you have any special dietary options?)

Most of the food we’ll be providing is Korean food,
and we can arrange alternatives for people with special dietary requirements such as vegans.

Do we have to sleep in the accommodation you provide us? Can we upgrade it to private rooms?

You will need to use the designated accommodation provided, unfortunately private room upgrades are not available.

Do you know
Hamyang?

 

Hamyang is surrounded by the famous mountains such as Deokyusan, Jirisan, and Gibaeksan, and also has Chilseon Valley, one of the three most famous valleys in Korea

As the city is famous for its mountains and valleys, there are beautiful trekking courses in various corners of the city

The Seonbi culture trail, is a 10km trail you can walk along the Hwarimdong valley. It is an incredible trekking course full of beautiful mountain, valleys, natural rocks

Also, Hamyang is famous for being a scholars (Seonbi) town. You can see how the Seonbi from old days used to live by visiting some of the traditional villages and houses that are well maintained

Sanglim Park is a natural monument that boasts an enormous forest trail with total surface area amounting to 205,842 m

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