Korea’s West Coast Food Tour
Goodmate ORIGINALTravel the local way
Join us for three days on Korea’s West Coast, where meals begin in market stalls, brewery tanks, tidal flats, and village kitchens.
From a local market to a bowl of Kalguksu made with clams you gathered yourself, this journey follows coastal food back to the people and places behind it. Come for the food. Leave knowing the coast, and the people you shared it with, a little better.
Early Bird Offer — First 8 guests get $100 off with code WESTCOAST (first 8 confirmed bookings only)
Trip Summary
Duration
3 Days, 2 Nights
Group Size
6-12 Guests
Minimum age
18 year old+
Meals
All inclusive
Travel Style
Food & Coastal Life
Physical Rating
2 - Light
OVERVIEWMeals worth the drive:
Dig in on Korea’s West Coast
A Unique Itinerary
OCT 26 to Oct 28, 2026Each day follows another part of the coastal food story.
What arrives at the market. What is brewed locally. What the tide reveals. What we gather with our own hands. And what happens when a village kitchen brings everyone around the same table.
The schedule is thoughtfully paced, with time for the beach, an island café, and an unhurried final morning. There is plenty to experience, but also enough space to enjoy where you are and get to know the people traveling beside you.
Itinerary
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After meeting in Seoul, we travel west toward Boryeong, stopping for coffee at a working dairy farm along the way. We begin exploring Boryeong at Jungang Market, which has served the city since 1929. We taste local seaweed, rice cakes, and other foods rooted in the region’s everyday table.
Later, we visit Daecheon Brewery, Boryeong’s first craft brewery. The head brewer shares the brewing process and local inspiration before we taste a beer flight. By late afternoon, we check into our oceanview hotel near Daecheon Beach, with time to settle in and enjoy the coast. That evening, we gather around a four-tier shellfish tower grilled beside the beach—a generous first meal and an easy way for strangers to become travel companions.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
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We begin at a local fish market before traveling to Wonsando through the Boryeong Undersea Tunnel, Korea’s longest undersea road tunnel. At low tide, we follow local hosts onto the tidal flats, equipped with boots, gloves, and baskets, to gather short-neck clams.
This is where lunch begins. We carry the clams to the village hall and join community hosts in making Kalguksu. We knead, roll, and slice the dough by hand, then use that morning’s clams to make the broth. After eating together, we slow down at an island café, with time to rest, talk, or enjoy the view.
In the evening, we return for a West Coast pairing dinner showcasing the region’s flavors, followed by a private Noraebang session. Singing is optional; cheering is encouraged.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Our final morning is deliberately simple. We begin with breakfast near the beach, with enough time to enjoy the coast before checking out. There is no last-minute attraction to rush through and no attempt to fill every remaining hour.
Instead, we let the previous two days settle in: the market vendors, the brewer, the tidal flats, the village kitchen, and the people who shared the table with us.
After breakfast, we travel back to Seoul and arrive around lunchtime. The tour ends, but the meals, conversations, and new friendships do not have to.
Meals included: Breakfast
What’s Included
Accommodation
✔ 2 nights in a 4-star oceanview hotel in Daecheon
✔ Selected for comfort and its location near the beach
Meals & Transportation
✔ All meals included
✔ All transportation included
Activities
✔Boryeong Jungang Market food crawl
✔Daecheon Brewery tour with the head brewer
✔Local fish market visit
✔Clam digging on the Wonsan Island tidal flats
✔Noodle-making with the local at the village hall
✔West coast pairing dinner
✔Private Noraebang Night
✔An English-speaking Goodmate host throughout the journey
✔And so much more… 😉
What's Not included
❌ International & domestic flights
❌ Transportation to the designated meeting point in Seoul
❌ Meals during free time or not explicitly listed
❌ Personal expenses, café orders, snacks, or drinks
❌ Travel insurance
Why travel with us?
Goodmate Travel Crew
Your journey is led by a dedicated Goodmate host from start to finish, with local hosts joining along the way to open doors you wouldn’t find on your own. Every trip is designed around the group so it flows naturally and feels personal.
Trip Highlights
A few highlights from the trip.
What Our Travelers Say
“I cannot recommend Goodmate Travel enough! This trip was a life changing experience! First time ever traveling solo with a group of people I had never met. What an amazing experience. We had so much fun together, saw so many beautiful places. Ate a lot of delicious food.
If you want to get a first impression of South Korea, like I wanted to. This is seriously the trip for you. Small group, fun and caring tourguides and amazing itinerary.
I cannot recommend Goodmate Travel enough. I actually booked my second trip with them 3 weeks after I came back!”
—Sanne. B
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Trip dates & prices
2026 departures
| Starting | Ending | Duration | Prices from | |
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| Oct 26, 2026 (Mon) | Oct 28, 2026 (Wed) | 3 days / 2 nights | From $1,000 | BOOK MY TRIP |
F.A.Q
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Absolutely. Most of our travelers come on their own, and you’ll spend the trip with a small group of people who signed up for the same reasons you did.
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Our tours offer a Small Group Experience, from 6 participants and a maximum of 12.
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During our trips, rooms are typically allocated on a twin-share basis. For solo travelers, we match them with another traveler of the same gender, as indicated by the gender marker on their application form. However, if you prefer your own private space, the option to reserve an individual room is also available on most of our trips. If you’re traveling with a friend or partner, you’re welcome to request to share a room together — just let us know in the notes section when booking.
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You have the option to make a one-time payment or take advantage of our deposit and final payment plan. To secure your reservation, a 30% deposit is required. The remaining 70% of the tour cost must be paid in full no later than 15 days before the tour’s start date.
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International flights are not included. Guests are asked to book their own flights and arrive at the designated meeting point in Seoul. We’ll share the exact meeting location along with clear instructions on how to get there from the airport.
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Cancel more than 30 days before departure → Full refund minus a non-refundable amount equal to 10% of the total trip cost
Cancel 20–29 days before departure → 50% refund of the total trip cost
Cancel 11–19 days before departure → 30% refund of the total trip cost
Cancel 10 days or fewer before departure → Unfortunately, refunds are not available
*Bookings made within 24 hours are eligible for a full refund, with a 3% deduction from the paid amount for credit card processing fees. -
The Physical Rating helps you understand how active a trip will feel - so you can choose an experience that suits your body, energy level, and travel style.
Most Goodmate Travel journeys are designed for travelers with an average level of fitness. We focus on walking, exploring, and experiencing places at a comfortable pace. Some trips, however, are more physically demanding and may require extra preparation.
Physical Rating Guide
1 out of 5 · Gentle
A relaxed, easygoing journey. Think gentle walks, plenty of breaks, and no physical demands unless you choose to add them. Perfect if comfort and ease are your priorities.2 out of 5 · Light
Includes some easy physical activity such as short walks , stairs in subway stations and light outdoor experiences. No special fitness level or preparation needed - just a normal level of mobility.3 out of 5 · Moderate
You’ll stay active throughout the trip with longer walks, stairs, or moderate outdoor activities. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience.4 out of 5 · Active
This trip involves regular, more demanding physical activity. Longer days on your feet and challenging terrain may be included. The fitter you are, the more rewarding the journey will feel.5 out of 5 · Challenging
Our most physically demanding adventures. Expect intense activity, long days, and possibly tough conditions. This level is best suited for travelers who are very fit and enjoy pushing their limits. -
We will make every effort to accommodate your dietary requirements to the best of our abilities. However, in certain remote locations, it may be challenging to provide specific guarantees. If there are places on your itinerary where this may pose a challenge, we will notify you in advance. To ensure we can meet your needs, please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies at the time of booking.
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Traveling with Goodmate Travel requires you to have comprehensive insurance covering cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, evacuation expenses, personal liability, and loss of personal property, before embarking on your journey. It’s crucial to ensure that your insurance also extends to all the activities you plan to enjoy, especially if you’re an adrenaline enthusiast indulging in adventure activities. Your safety and peace of mind are our top priorities.
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Airport pickup and drop-off are not included. That said, getting into the city is simple and affordable using the airport limousine bus or the AREX train. Closer to the trip, we’ll provide step-by-step guidance so you can arrive smoothly and confidently.
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Yeri, Guest Success Director
Contact
cs@goodmatetravel.com
Address
Office 1006, 85, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03190, South Korea
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