Enjoy luggage-free walking with included baggage transfers, ensuring effortless, light, and enjoyable trekking days.
Local Support & Olle Maps
Included Jeju Olle maps, GPX files and local support ensure confident, seamless walking across the island trails.
Overview
Discover the ultimate adventure with our Jeju Olle Trail 12-day East to Southwest package, merging our iconic Coast-to-Coast and Southwest Routes into one seamless island journey. Hand-picked trails guide you along dramatic volcanic coastlines, pristine beaches, traditional villages, and peaceful forest paths for an unforgettable walking experience across South Korea. This comprehensive itinerary includes 10 walking days, covering a total of 136.3km over 10 Olle Routes, walking selected sections 21, 1, 1-1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 14-1.
The Jeju Olle Trail is located on Jeju Island, a volcanic province off the southern coast of South Korea.
Our Jeju Olle Trail journey is fully supported with maps, GPS files, and local assistance throughout, ensuring confidence on every step. With included baggage transfers, you walk light and unencumbered each day, focusing entirely on the scenery and experience. Unwind each evening in comfortable, hand-picked accommodations, featuring a mix of local guest houses and 3-star hotels. This curated package blends nature, culture, comfort, and seamless support into one exceptional 12-day walking holiday.
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrival at Jeju International Airport with collection of your Jeju Olle Passport from the Jeju Olle Information Desk before a private transfer to Sehwa for check-in at Dubhe House, your accommodation near tomorrow's official Olle 21 starting point at the Jeju Haenyeo Museum. Visit the Jeju Haenyeo Museum to learn about Jeju’s legendary female free-divers and preview the walking route, followed by a traditional Jeju black-pork BBQ welcome dinner at a local restaurant. The day finishes with sunset views over the East Sea at Sehwa Beach. Note that the Jeju Haenyeo Museum is closed on Mondays and major holidays, though the walking route remains open year-round.
Breakfast at Dong Chon House before beginning the self-guided Jeju Olle Route 21 walk from the Jeju Haenyeo Museum to Jongdal Badang. The 11.3km coastal route takes 3–5 hours with minimal elevation gain and features highlights including the 360° viewpoint from Jimibong Peak, panoramic views of Udo Island and Seongsan Ilchulbong, and the quiet coastal villages of Hado and Jongdal with their scenic carrot and potato fields. A packed lunch is included, with dinner at leisure in the Jongdal area.
Breakfast at your accommodation before luggage transfer to your next accommodation, allowing for a full day walking Jeju Olle Route 1 (Semi) from Siheung-ri to the Seongsan area. This 15.6km route takes 4–6 hours and includes highlights such as the twin volcanic cones of Malmi and Al Oreum with panoramic views of Seongsan Ilchulbong, Udo Island, and eastern Jeju farmland. The walk also passes quieter coastal stretches including the Jongdal salt fields, Siheung coastal road, and Sumapo Beach. A packed lunch is included, with the walk finishing at UNESCO-listed Seongsan Ilchulbong before dinner at leisure in the Seongsan area. This is the trip’s longest elevation day, so an early start is recommended, with lower trail bypass options available in windy conditions.
Walking; 15.6km, 4-6 hours
Meals included; Breakfast and packed lunch
Breakfast at your accommodation before heavy luggage is transferred ahead to your Day 5 lodging, allowing you to travel to Udo Island with only a daypack. From Seongsanpo Port, take the ferry to Udo and walk the full 13.3km Olle Route 1-1 island loop from Cheonjin Port. Highlights include Udobong Peak, Hagosudong Beach, Udo Lighthouse Park, quiet stone-wall lanes, and the island’s famous peanut fields. Lunch is at leisure on Udo, with sea snail kalguksu recommended as a local specialty, before checking in at Hundert Hills on Udo Island and enjoying an included dinner at Mahlzeit. Ferry schedules are weather-dependent, and passports are required for ticket purchase and boarding. On this night you won't have your main bag so please take what you'll need for the overnight in your daypack.
Walking; 13.3km, 3-5 hours
Meals included; Breakfast and dinner
Breakfast at the hotel before ferrying from Udo Island back to Seongsanpo Port on the mainland, followed by a private transfer across Jeju to the Soesokkak trailhead. Walk Jeju Olle Route 6 from Soesokkak to the Jeju Olle Traveler Center, a relaxed 10.1km coastal route featuring the meeting point of freshwater and seawater, scenic seaside paths toward Seogwipo, and the Honeymoon House viewpoint trail. Optional traditional boat or kayak experiences are available at Soesokkak before the walk. The afternoon includes time to explore Lee Jung-seop Street and Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market, with lunch at leisure along the route, before finishing with an included traditional Jeju dombe gogi dinner and overnight stay at Olle Stay in Seogwi-dong.
Walking; 10.1km, 2-3 hours
Meals; Breakfast and dinner
Breakfast before luggage is transferred to Seaore Resort in Beophwan-dong, allowing a light daypack walk for the final stage. Collect a packed lunch en route before starting Jeju Olle Route 7 from the Olle Center to Seogwipo Bus Terminal. This 12.9km route takes 3–5 hours and is one of the most popular Olle trails, featuring highlights such as Oedolgae “Lonely Rock,” Subong-ro ecological coastal forest path, Beophwan Port, and dramatic southern coastline views with seaside cafés. The day finishes with an included Korean course dinner at Antteureu, a local restaurant near the hotel. This is a moderately challenging walk with elevation gain, so an early start is recommended to complete comfortably before sunset.
Walking; 12.9km, 3-5 hours
Meals included; Breakfast, packed lunch and Korean dinner,
Breakfast at your accommodation before starting Jeju Olle Route 8, a self-guided 19km coastal walk to Daepyeong Port. This moderate 5–6 hour route follows the Jungmun resort coastline, featuring highlights such as the dramatic Daepo Jusangjeolli basalt columns, Jungmun Saekdal Beach, Yerae Ecological Park, and scenic coastal paths including Beritnae stream and silver-grass viewpoints. A packed lunch is included, with the walk finishing at Daepyeong Port before dinner at leisure in the Changcheon-ri area.
Walking; 19km, 5-6 hours
Meals included; Breakfast and packed lunch
Breakfast and leave your luggage for transfer for to your next accommodation, with bags delivered ahead for later arrival. Begin Jeju Olle Route 9 from Daepyeong Port to the Jeju Olle Information Center, a shorter but steeper 11.6km walk with the trip’s highest elevation gain. The highlight is the climb to Gunsan Oreum, offering sweeping 360° views over Daepo, Andeok, Sanbangsan, and the southern coast, along with sections through Andeok Valley’s forest and caves and the historic Moljil horse path. A packed lunch is included, finishing at the Olle Information Center before dinner at a local restaurant featuring galchijorim (cutlassfish stew).
Breakfast before luggage transfer to your next accommodation, with bags delivered ahead for evening arrival. Start Jeju Olle Route 10 from Hwasun Jeju Olle Information Center to Hamo Sports Park, a 15.7km moderate walk through Jeju’s volcanic south-west region. Highlights include Sanbangsan lava dome with its surrounding legends, the dramatic Yongmeori Coast cliffs, Songaksan volcanic crater with historic WWII-era caves, and Hwasun Golden Sand Beach. A packed lunch is included, finishing at Hamo Sports Park before dinner at leisure in the Hamo-ri or Moseulpo area.
Walking; 15.7km, 4-6 hours
Meals included; Breakfast and packed lunch
Breakfast at the hotel before starting Jeju Olle Route 11 from Hamo Sports Park to Mureung Oeggatjip, a 17.5km inland walk shifting away from the coast into Jeju’s forested interior. This moderate-to-hard route explores the Sinpyeong–Mureung Gotjawal, a unique “hidden forest” where temperate and subtropical species coexist, alongside the volcanic Moseul-bong oreum summit and Jeonggaewat Plaza clearing with historic farming remnants. A packed lunch is included, with pick-up at Jwagi-dong Community Center and private transfer back to Jeju Aerospace Hotel, followed by dinner at a local BBQ restaurant.
Breakfast before luggage transfer to your final accommodation, allowing for a light final day walk. Begin Jeju Olle Route 14-1 (walked in the reverse direction )from the O’Sulloc Green Tea Fields to Jeoji Art Information Village, a short but scenic 9.3km inland route to close the journey. Highlights include the O’Sulloc Tea Museum and its expansive green tea fields, the forested Jeoji Gotjawal, and the summit views from Mundoji Oreum with Hallasan and grazing horses. A Korean course dinner is included, with lunch at leisure in Jeoji Art Information Village before finishing the trip.
Breakfast at the hotel before a relaxed final morning with optional time to explore Jeoji Art Information Village, including its art trails and gallery cafés, or simply unwind before departure. Check-out follows before a private transfer from Jeoji-ri to Jeju Airport, approximately 50 minutes away. Allow around two hours for airport arrival and check-in prior to your flight. The journey concludes at Jeju Airport.
Walking; None
Meals included; Breakfast only
What's Included
Included
11 Nights Comfortable Accommodation
11 x Breakfasts
7 x Packed Lunches
7 x Korean Dinners
4 x Private Transfers (Days 1, 5, 10 and 12)
Trail Guidebook PDF and GPX Files
Daily Luggage Transfer (Day 3 Onwards)
Haenyeo Museum Admission
T-Money Card 30,000 KRW (Pre-Loaded)
Not Included
International & Domestic Flights
Udo Ferry Tickets (Purchased at Port)
Drinks, Other Meals and Snacks
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Optional Activities (eg., Kayaking)
Jeju Olle Trail Video
Jeju Olle Trail Accommodation
Enjoy a mix of comfortable guesthouse and 3 star hotel accommodation along the Jeju Olle Trail, carefully selected for its convenient locations, comfort, and authentic local character. After each day’s walk, unwind in welcoming rooms designed for rest and recovery, with warm Korean hospitality and thoughtful amenities. Each stay offers easy access to nearby coastal scenery, local restaurants, and traditional Jeju villages, giving you a relaxed and well-supported base throughout your journey. Accommodation is based on twin/double occupancy. A single supplement will apply.
Jeju Olle Trail Meals
Enjoy a delicious mix of included and independent dining experiences along the Jeju Olle Trail. Your package includes a number of breakfasts, packed lunches, and dinners including a traditional BBQ welcome dinner, authentic Dombe Gogi, and Korean course meals showcasing local flavours. Along the way, you’ll also have opportunities to explore Jeju’s cafés and restaurants at your own pace, giving you flexibility to discover regional specialties and seasonal produce that make the island’s cuisine so distinctive.
Jeju Olle Coast-to-Coast Trail Location
Jeju Olle East to Southwest Walking Guide
Grading: Moderate to Hard
The Jeju Olle Trail offers a diverse mix of walking surfaces, including coastal paths, forest trails, quiet village lanes, volcanic rock tracks, farmland roads, and occasional paved sections. Graded as moderate to hard, most routes are manageable for experienced walkers with a reasonable level of fitness, though they can include sustained climbs, uneven volcanic stone, stairs, and exposed coastal sections that require sure footing. Good walking shoes or lightweight hiking boots are strongly recommended for comfort, stability, and support across varied terrain. The trail is well marked throughout with the iconic blue and orange ribbon signage, making navigation straightforward while still feeling remote and immersive. This allows walkers to fully enjoy Jeju’s dramatic coastline, rural landscapes, and traditional villages along the way.
Jeju Olle Trail Client Experience
Our Jeju Olle Trail packages are designed to deliver a seamless and enjoyable walking experience from start to finish. We carefully select the best trail sections to showcase Jeju’s stunning coastal scenery, traditional villages, volcanic landscapes, and peaceful countryside paths. Clients enjoy comfortable 4-star accommodation, quality local meals, and effortless luggage transfers that make each day simple and stress-free. With included airport transfers, detailed maps, GPS files, and reliable local support throughout the journey, we provide everything needed to explore the Jeju Olle Trail with confidence and ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The full Jeju Olle Trail includes more than 20 daily sections. This 12-day package is a handpicked selection of 10 daily walking sections which connect together well and give a great experience of the Jeju Olle Trail and hiking in South Korea.
We've picked sections where everything connects together well as far as walking, transfers, accommodation, etc., and where the scenery and experience are best.
We also offer shorter options including the 7-day Jeju Olle Coast-to-Coast package and the Jeju Olle 7-day Southwest Routes package and for this one we've bundled them together to make one longer Jeju Olle and South Korean hiking experience.
If you'd like to add a little something extra to your trip we can offer the following;
Soesokkak Estuary Kayak or Glass-boat.
This optional water activity is at the Emerald Estuary mid-trail and is an approximately 30 minute experience (POA).
O'Sulloc Tea Tasting + Museum Admission Premium green-tea tasting at Korea's largest tea museum POA
Pre-Tour: Extra Night in Seoul / Jeju City Pre-arranged hotel + airport transfer for early arrivals POA
If you'd like any of these included in your quote please just let us know in the comments section when you submit your booking enquiry.
All routes are signed with the official Jeju Olle ribbons (blue/orange) and arrows. GPX files provided for offline GPS use.
Daily luggage transfer between hotels — drop bags by 9:00 AM at each accommodation.
Hotel vouchers, Trail Guidebook PDF, and emergency hotlines sent digitally before arrival.
Udo ferry (Day 4 + Day 5): tickets purchased directly at Seongsanpo Port (not included). Weather-dependent. Bring passport for ID check.
T-Money Card with 30,000 KRW preloaded at arrival — covers all public-transport needs during the tour.
24/7 emergency hotline (Korean & English) provided in your trail kit.
What is luggage free walking?
Luggage free walking includes daily baggage transfers between accomodation for you, so as you can travel light when walking. This means, when you're on the trail you just need to carry a small day pack with layers, lunch, water, snacks, phone, maps, medication etc.
Daily baggage transfers are generally based on one medium sized wheeled suitcase or duffel bag per person, clearly marked with your name. The bag should have nothing tied to the outside such as hats, umbrellas, smaller bags, e
How does luggage free walking work on the Jeju Olle Trail?
Pickup: Bags are picked up sequentially from 09:00 each morning. If your accommodation is on the early-pickup window (09:00–10:00), we'll notify you the previous day. Otherwise, please have your bag at reception by 10:00.
Photo Confirmation: Before leaving for the day, please take a photo of where your bag is stored (counter, designated storage area, etc.) and upload it to JIGI's KakaoTalk / WhatsApp hotline link provided in your trail kit.
No Reception? If your accommodation has no staffed counter, please coordinate with the accommodation manager to leave your bag in a safe location(or we will let you know where to leave your bags), then send a photo of both the bag and its storage spot via WhatsApp to JIGI's hotline.
Delivery: Bags are delivered sequentially to your next accommodation by 19:00. Delivery times may shift slightly with traffic or weather.
Our Jeju Olle self-guided 7-day walking packages attract a single supplement of approximately $550 AUD depending on the package and season. This allows us to provide you with your own room and continue to include private transfers.
New Group Discounts! Save $100 Per Person.
Yes. If you're travelling in a group of six or more, booking as a group, and staying in twin share accommodation, we'll discount your trip by $100 AUD per person.
Booking must be managed and invoiced as one group, and have identical itinerary.
This offer applies to Kumano Kodo Trail, Shin-etsu Trail, Hokkaido East Trail, Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage, and Jeju Olle Trail self-guided walking packages only.
Not available with any other discount. Direct bookings only.
What it is: An unregistered, rechargeable prepaid card used for transit and general purchases in Korea.
Where to use: Accepted nationwide for public transit (subways, buses, taxis) and at most convenience stores. It also works like a standard debit card at most merchants (Note: installment payments and automatic recurring transfers are not supported).
How to recharge: Can be easily topped up with cash at any convenience store (CU, GS25, 7-Eleven, etc.) across the country. Cash only.
Your card will be provided with enough credit for the buses along the way.
Accommodation images shown represent a sample of the Jeju Olle guesthouse accommodation that we book. Actual rooms, properties and facilities may vary.
Meal images shown represent a sample of the Jeju Olle meals and cuisine included and often available. Actual meals served and available may differ.
High 2026 season dates where the accommodation costs are sometimes a little higher due to demand, and where our package will cost a little more include;
Cherry Blossom Season (24 March - 16 April)
Golden Week (1 - 7 May)
Summer Holidays (18 July - 23 August)
Autumn Foliage Peak (3 October - 12 November)
Winter Holidays (21 December - 2 January)
During these high season dates our pricing generally increases by about $200 AUD per person , depending on final accommodation pricing.
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