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
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, the itinerary is designed for experienced walkers with a good level of fitness, featuring some sustained climbs, uneven volcanic stone, stairs, and exposed coastal sections that require sure footing.
The Jeju Olle Trail is located on Jeju Island, a volcanic province off the southern coast of South Korea.
This Southwest Routes itinerary covers 5 walking days, totalling approximately 73km, with an average of 14.6km per day, following selected highlights of Olle Sections 8, 9, 10, 11, and 14-1. The trail is clearly marked throughout with the iconic blue and orange ribbon signage, making navigation straightforward while still feeling remote and immersive. This allows walkers to fully experience Jeju’s dramatic coastline, rural landscapes, and traditional villages along the way.
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrival at Jeju International Airport with Jeju Olle Passport collection at the Jeju Olle Information Desk before a private transfer to the Seogwipo Wolpyeong area, where your luggage is delivered ahead to your first accommodation. A short 2km taster walk of Olle Section 8 offers a gentle introduction, including a visit to Yakcheonsa Temple, one of Jeju’s largest Buddhist temples. After lunch at leisure in the Wolpyeong area, check in to your first accommodation and enjoy a welcome dinner featuring traditional Jeju black-pork BBQ at a local restaurant.
Walking; 2km
Meals included; Dinner (BBQ)
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
6 Nights Comfortable Accommodation
6 Breakfasts
4 x Packed lunches (Days 2, 3, 4 & 5)
4 x Dinners (Days 1, 3, 5 and 6)
Trail Guidebook PDF and GPX Files
Daily Luggage Transfer (Day 3 Onwards)
4 x Private Transfers (Days 1, 3, 5 and 7)
T-Money Card 30,000 KRW (Pre-Loaded)
Not Included
International & Domestic Flights
Drinks, Other Meals and Snacks
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Optional Activities (eg. Museum Admissions)
Jeju Olle Trail Video
Jeju Olle Southwest Routes Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable pension 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 Southwest Routes Meals
Enjoy a delicious mix of included and independent dining experiences along the Jeju Olle Trail. Your package includes 6 breakfasts, 4 packed lunches, and 4 dinners; a traditional BBQ welcome dinner, galchijorim (cutlassfish stew), a BBQ platter, and Korean course meals. 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 Southwest Routes Location
Jeju Olle Southwest Routes 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 Southwest Routes Client Experience
Our Jeju Olle Trail Southwest Routes package delivers a fully supported and professionally organised walking experience across some of the island’s most rewarding trail sections. Designed for walkers seeking a more active itinerary, this journey combines dramatic coastal scenery, volcanic landscapes, green tea fields, forest trails, and traditional Jeju villages into one unforgettable adventure. We provide comfortable 4-star accommodation, carefully selected local dining experiences, and seamless luggage transfers so you can walk each day with only a light daypack. With included airport transfers, detailed maps, GPS files, and reliable local support throughout the journey, our clients can enjoy the challenge and beauty of the Jeju Olle Trail with complete confidence and minimal stress.
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.
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.
If you'd like to add a little something extra to your trip we can offer the following;
Day 6 — 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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