Thursday, November 30, 2017

#11: [SPECIAL POST] TRAVEL WITH PYEONGCHANG KORAIL PASS

Hello guys! I'm back with another post in this month because of an exclusive request! For this post, I'm going to share some knowledge on how you can travel to Pyeongchang and what you can enjoy with Pyeongchang Korail Pass. Let's get started!



What is Pyeongchang Korail Pass?

It is a foreigner-only railway pass for trains run by Korail. The pass can be used for travelling throughout Korea including Pyeongchang, Gangneung from February 1, 2018 to March 25, 2018.

(Special Promotion) Pyeongchang Korail Pass with Korail and Korea Tourism Organization

The Pyeongchang Korail Pass is a foreigner-exclusive train pass to commemorate the winter sport events taking place February-March 2018. The pass is available for purchase until December 10, 2017. Passes can be purchased in a 5 days type or a 7 days type, valid for a consecutive number of days from February1, 2018 to March 25, 2018. Pass holders can use KTX and other Korail-operated trains for an unlimited number of times to travel Korea including Pyeongchang and Gangneung within their selected pass validity period. 

Adult (Ages 26 & older), Youth (Ages 13-25 or International Student Identity Card), Child (Ages 4-12), Saver (Groups 2-5 people)

How to purchase?

Pyeongchang Korail Pass can be purchased through the official website (www.letskorail.com/pyeongchang). Ticket sale will be open on December 10, 2017.
*Ticket sales period is subject to change without notice


What you can enjoy with Pyeongchang Korail Pass?

There are tourist attractions that are recommended to tourist to have a visit and also festivals will be held in Pyeongchang and Gangneung which tourists can have a new experience and have fun like a local! Of course you can't miss to try out the famous foods in Pyeongchang and Gangneung. If you need reference, you may refer to below provided link!


Beside of mentioned festival, tourists also can enjoy Pyeongchang Trout Festival and Daegwallyeong Snow Festival. 

Pyeongchang Trout Festival (22 Dec 2017 - 25 Feb 2018)



The Pyeongchang Trout Festival takes place during winter in the town of Jinbu-Myeon in Pyeongchang-gun district. Visitors to the festival can enjoy a varity of programs including ice and lure fishing for trout, snow programs, ice programs, folk programs and more. There will also be traditional folk games including sledding and top spinning and visitors can try out sports such as riding 4-wheel ATVs, snow rafting, sleigh trains. Any trout caught from ice fishing and lure fishing can be prepared right away at a nearby restaurant.

Trout farming first started in Pyeongchang due to its cold, clear water. Trout offer plenty of nutrition and their natural taste makes them delicious when eaten raw.

Location: 3562, Gyeonggang-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Main programs: Trout-fishing, Bare-handed fishing, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding, Ice skating, Winter game experience

Daegwallyeong Snow Festival (7 Feb - 22 Feb *subject to change)



The Daegwallyeong Snow Festival is held in Hoenggye-ri area, which is located in Daegwanryeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The festival starts with a fireworks display, followed by various programs such as a singing contest, an international naked marathon contest, a singing contest for multicultural families, a climbing competition, snow art contests, a snow literature event and more. 

Location: Pyeongchang Hoenggye-ri area
Main program: Snow sculpture contest, Sledding, Bobsleigh-riding

You may check out the direct link provided as below!

Visit Korea KORAIL Pass Link
KORAIL Pass Reservation Link

That's all for my post today! Hope you enjoy reading and thank you for dropping by!



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