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Seoul to Busan Four Rivers Guided Cycling Holiday

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Length

9 days

Itinerary

9 days planned

Group

Max 12

Guides

English

Overview

Confirmed tour departure dates: March 21-29, April 4-12, May 23-31, June 6- 14, Sept 5-14, May 24-Nov 1.

Ride the Korean peninsula from capital to South coast on an iconic long-distance cycling route with full support, great food, and unforgettable local experiences.

This Seoul to Busan Cycling Holiday is a 9-day / 8-night guided adventure with 7 riding days (550km). You’ll follow Korea’s famous cross-country Four Rivers bike path, traffic-free and with only a few short climbs. A friendly guide team travels with you, plus a dedicated support vehicle for luggage transfers, snack stops, rest breaks, and on-road help.

Between the pedal strokes, discover Korea: quiet countryside roads, river scenery, tunnels, markets, temples, and hands-on moments like a mushroom farm lunch and traditional paper-making. Enjoy classic Korean meals daily, relax in a hot spring town, and finish at Busan's Gwangalli Beach. Bullet train back to Seoul is included.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Day 1 of Cycling Holiday: Seoul E-bike Tour⌄

    Meet tour guides at the bike shop and receive safety instructions and gear fitting.

    Once the main waterway in the city, let's explore the history and enjoy this picturesque spot for a moment

    Check out the awesome gate of the oldest palace in the city! A must-see, iconic spot in Seoul

    Cycle through charming backstreets lined with traditional Korean homes.

    Try Korean Street food recommended by WeRide local tour guides!

    Our award-winning bike tour will take you to the Blue House(Presidential House)

    See the Famous and picturesque hanok village and stop for a photo

    A beautiful and tranquil way to end the tour

    Return to the bike shop and enjoy dinner together.

    Meals: Dinner: Korean BBQ *Vegetarian options available.

    Overnight: New Seoul Hotel, a 3-star hotel

  2. 2Day 2 of Cycling Holiday: Seoul to Yeoju (99km)⌄

    We start our cycling journey at Cheonggyecheon Stream, riding along the scenic waterway as it leads to the Han River.

    Visit a former railway station, now preserved as a monument. Perfect for a coffee break!

    Stop for lunch. Eat Kalguksu, which is knight-cute noodles with kimchi!

    Visit a peaceful temple on the banks of the Namhangang River and admire its stand-out heritage, a distinctive brick pagoda. Finish your first day’s ride here.

    Meals: Breakfast: Korean dumplings *Vegetarian options available. · Lunch: Korean night-cut noodles *Vegetarian options available · Dinner: Dandelion rice with a selection of traditional side dishes *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Yeoju Ace Premium Hotel

  3. 3Day 3 of Cycling Holiday: Yeoju to Suanbo (88km)⌄

    Ride along the beautiful Namhangang river

    Visit a reservoir and a historic pagoda

    See a suspension bridge and a unique rocky landscape.

    Enjoy the Korean Hot springs in Suanbo after the ride

    Meals: Breakfast: Traditional Korean breakfast *Vegetarain options available · Lunch: Cold buckwheat noodles *Vegetarain options available · Dinner: Traditional Korean dinner *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Suanbo Onsen Healing Hotel

  4. 4Day 4 of Cycling Holiday: Suanbo to Sangju (81km)⌄

    Visit a beautiful waterfall and enjoy a cultural experience making traditional Korean paper (Hanji)

    The Biggest challenge of the tour: Ride up the Ihwaryeong

    Photo spot at a colorful bridge, Jinnamgyoban

    Coffee break

    Arrive in Korea’s bicycle city and spend the night in a cozy hanok cottage.

    Meals: Breakfast: Traditional breakfast with eggs and rice *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Mothers garden greens - Veggie focused dishes · Dinner: WeRide BBQ - A WeRide team prepared a family dinner in the Hanok garden *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Sanju Hanok cottage

  5. 5Day 5 of Cycling Holiday: Sangju to Waegwan (72km)⌄

    Visit a Donam Confucian Academy

    Visit the Rock-carved Seated Bodhisattva

    Ride along the new river path: Nakdong river

    Ride into the old city of National Defense

    Meals: Breakfast: Yoghurt, fruits, and Muesli *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Korean Mushroom Casserole *Vegetarian options available · Dinner: Korean fried chicken and beer *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Wagwan Centro Hotel

  6. 6Day 6 of Cycling Holiday: Waegwan to Upo (82km)⌄

    Visit a historic memorial shrine

    Visit the Arc culture center/art museum

    Have some local snacks at an open-air market

    Visit a temple with Stunning riverside scenery

    Arrive at Korea’s largest natural inland wetland.

    Meals: Breakfast: Kimbap and noodles *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Ginseng Chicken Soup *Vegetarian options available · Dinner: Korean traditional food

    Overnight: Upo 5 Mile

  7. 7Day 7 of Cycling Holiday: Upo to Jinyeong (68km)⌄

    Start the day cruising through the beautiful Upo wetland nature reserve

    Hidden Challenge: Conquer the steep Yeongajin Hill

    Visit one of the most aesthetic cafes with stunning views

    Enjoy Korean Sauna and Noraebang(Karaoke) in the evening after the ride

    Meals: Breakfast: Homemade breakfast *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Cold noodles with Korean pork cutlet and dumplings *Vegetarian options available · Dinner: Korean beef BBQ *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Jinyeong Grand Hotel

  8. 8Day 8 of Cycling Holiday: Jinyeong to Busan (71km)⌄

    Ride through a "reborn" abandoned tunnel and stop for a fun photo moment

    Get off the Nakdong River and get ready for the last hill of the cycling journey

    Ride up the last hill before we get to the Gwangli beach

    Final stop! Celebrate the finish of riding and enjoy the drone show at the beach.

    Meals: Breakfast: Round rice roll with eggs *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Local stew and rice *Vegetarian options available · Dinner: Clam platters and sashimi *Vegetarian options available

    Overnight: Homers Hotel, a 3-star hotel

  9. 9Day 8 of Cycling Holiday: Busan⌄

    Enjoy a morning at the beach after breakfast

    Visit a trendy cafe street in Busan

    Explore the most popular fish market in Busan

    Take the bullet train to Seoul

    The end of the tour!

    Meals: Breakfast: Western brunch *Vegetarian options available · Lunch: Local stew with rice *Vegetarian options available

What's included

  • ✓Bullet train back to Seoul
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Daily cultural activity

Not included

  • ✕Hybrid bike option
  • ✕Ebike option
  • ✕Single traveler accommodation supplement

Good to know

Starts: From Jonggak Station (Line 1), Exit 1 or Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5), Exit 4: Walk along Jong-ro Street until you see the statue of a man on a horse. Enter the large glass doors with the number 19 above them, then take the escalator up to the 2nd floor.

Ends: We take the KTX train from Busan to Seoul.

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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