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[ZOOM-IN Hamyang]
Recruiting 6th trip members
Chill out in cool town Hamyang
6th Trip | Aug 18~20, 2023 | Hamyang
Relaxing summer trip in ‘Hamyang’ by the beautiful forest, valleys and traditional houses
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please send us an email to help@planetzoom.in and we will help you with the reservation process. Thank you : )
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,
and 3rd and 4th were held in Hamyang.
Back by popular demand, we are now looking for members
to join the 5th & 6th social trip in Hamyang!
Each trip has different contents and activities that go along with the theme of the trip, choose which theme you are more interested in
I’m totally sure that I had never been to this type of trips before simply because this trip was in a foreign country, with foreigners as well, when I had to talk not my mother tongue — it’s all new for me, everyday of my staying in Korea is a big contribution to my new life experience. So this trip was one of a kind, and I hope I will have such experience again in my close future!
During this trip I met some similar minded people, saw some of the most beautiful places in Korea and made special memories that I will never forget.
A big thank you to everyone who joined this trip and a big thank you to @planetzoom.in for making it possible
If anyone wants to see some hidden gems of Korea they should definitely check out their instagram
Everything was perfect, I just have no words. It was organized perfectly, thank you so so much!
I can’t describe how I’m thankful for this weekend. I hope I will see you soon during the other events and trips!
Sponsors
This trip is proudly sponsored by the municipal government of Hamyang
5th Trip Theme
Seon-Bi with 川(chun : valley)
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 July 21st to 23rd, 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
Enjoy a traditional summer holiday in Boojeon valley
Enjoy the valley to cool down on a hot summer’s day by trekking and cleaning the trails. Paint oriental paintings, have some fruits or just absorb the magnificent nature surrounding the valley
Cultural exchange with local youth
Meet up with group of local students and exchange ideas, cultures and get to know Korea from a young local’s perspective
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
Mingle with the locals
Meet-up with local children, residents, businesses during the trip. Hang out and bond with all sorts of people, and make new friends!
6th Trip Theme
Seon-Bi with 山(san : mountain)
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 August 18th to 20th, you will experience the beautiful nature of Hamyang.
This project will be filled with activities focusing on Hamyang’s traditional experience, environmental protection, and appreciating the mountains.
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
The ‘Simmani’ experience
Learn about Korea’s traditional wild-ginseng picker experts ‘Simmani’ and experience the special culture
Farming experience
Lend a helping hand in the local agriculture work. There are lots of farms with different crops in Hamyang, you can help works with different crops
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
Mingle with the locals
Get to know the locals living in Hamyang, and give them a hand when they need help
All included trip for just 80,000KRW or USD 80$
Includes accommodation, transport during the trip, meals, and travel guide
* Personal expenses not included
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.
JUL 21 (FRI)
Morning
Meet up at Hamyang bus terminal
Afternoon
Traditional Hanok tour, Traditional academy Tour, welcome dinner party
JUL 22 (SAT)
Morning
Cool down at the valley, try painting,
and eat some fruits
Afternoon
Cultural exchange with local youth, stargazing
JUL 23 (SUN)
Morning
Sanglim park tour, collaborative portrait painting activity
Afternoon
Finish the tour at Hamyang terminal
(go back home)
AUG 18 (FRI)
Morning
Meet up at Hamyang bus terminal
Afternoon
Traditional Hanok tour, Traditional academy Tour, welcome dinner party
AUG 19 (SAT)
Morning
Wild ginseng picking, relax at the cabin by the valley nearby
Afternoon
Social farm work with locals, stargazing
AUG 20 (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.
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 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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