Jeju Olle Trail, South Korea

Jeju Olle Trail

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Highlights

Hand Picked Olle Routes

Hand picked Jeju Olle routes showcase coastal cliffs, forests, villages, delivering authentic walking experiences.

Delicious Local Cuisine

Delicious local cuisine on Jeju Olle trail highlights fresh seafood, regional flavours, and authentic Korean dishes.

Comfortable Lodging

Comfortable Jeju Olle trail accommodation included ensures restful stays, local charm, and seamless multi day walking experiences.

Coastal Pilgrim Path

Jeju Olle coastal pilgrim path winds scenic cliffs, beaches, villages, blending nature, culture, and reflection.

Luggage Free Walking

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 7-day Coast-to-Coast highlights package, showcasing the best sections of the iconic Jeju Olle Trail. Hand-picked routes guide you along dramatic coastal cliffs, volcanic landscapes, traditional villages, and peaceful forest paths for an unforgettable island walking experience across South Korea.

The Jeju Olle Trail is located on Jeju Island, a volcanic province off the southern coast of South Korea.

This itinerary includes 5 walking days, covering a total of 63km, with an average of 13km per day, walking selected Olle sections 21, 1, 1-1, 6, and 7.

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. This curated package blends nature, culture, comfort, and seamless support into one exceptional 7-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.

Walking; None (Arrival day)
Meals included; Dinner (Korean BBQ)

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.

Walking; Olle Section 21, 11.3km, 3-5 hour
Meals; Breakfast and packed lunch

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 the hotel before a relaxed final morning with optional sightseeing in Seogwipo, including Jeongbang Falls, Cheonjiyeon Falls, Saeyeon Bridge, or browsing Maeil Olle Market for local souvenirs and tangerine specialties. Hotel check-out is by 11:00 with luggage storage available until departure. A private transfer then takes you from Beophwan-dong to Jeju Airport, approximately one hour across the island, with recommended arrival at the airport two hours before flight. The journey concludes at Jeju Airport.

Walking; None (departure day)
Meals included; Breakfast

What's Included

Included

6 Nights Guesthouse & 3-Star Hotels

6 Breakfasts

3 Packed Lunches (Days 2, 3, and 6)

4 Dinners (Days 1, 4, 5 and 6)

Trail Guidebook PDF and GPX Files

Daily Luggage Transfer (Day 3 Onwards)

3 x Private Transfers (Days 1, 5 and 7)

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 Trail Walking Guide

Jeju Olle Coast-to-Coast Walking Guide
Grading: Easy to Moderate

The Jeju Olle Trail features a diverse mix of well maintained walking surfaces, including coastal paths, forest trails, quiet village lanes, volcanic rock tracks, farmland roads, and occasional paved sections. Most routes are non-technical and suitable for regular walkers with moderate fitness, though some sections include uneven volcanic stone, gentle hills, stairs, and coastal climbs. Good walking shoes or lightweight hiking boots are recommended for comfort and stability. The Jeju Olle Trail is carefully signposted with the famous blue and orange ribbon markers, making navigation straightforward while allowing walkers to fully enjoy Jeju’s spectacular coastline, countryside, and traditional villages.

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.

Client experience on the Kumano Kodo trail

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The full Jeju Olle Trail includes more than 20 daily sections. This 7-day package is a handpicked selection of five daily walking sections which connect together well and give a great taste 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.

This 7-day Jeju Olle Coast-to-Coast package can be booked together with our Jeju Olle 7-day Southwest Routes package to make a longer Jeju Olle and South Korean hiking experience. You can checkout this longer version which is our 12-Day Jeju Olle East to Southwest package.

If you'd like to add a little something extra to your trip we can offer the following;

Day 5 - 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).

Pre-Tour - We can add an extra nights accommodation in Seoul or Jeju City with a pre-arranged hotel and airport transfer for early arrivals (POA).

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?

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 traveling 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, Shin-etsu Trail, Hokkaido East Trail, Shikoku 88, and Jeju Olle Trail self-guided walking packages 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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