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Tea Culture & Market

Jeju, South Korea

Tea Culture & Market

DETAILS

  • 4
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Family

OVERVIEW

Discover the nuances of Korean culture, history and daily life by browsing a museum, participating in a tea ceremony and strolling through a marketplace. While perusing the exhibits at the Folklore and Natural History Museum, you may learn about Jeju’s natural features, endemic animals and plants, and daily rituals. Displays include ancient looms for weaving hemp clothing and chunks of lava that reflect the island’s volcanic creation. Then, under the guidance of a tea culture master, you will experience the ceremonial rite of preparing and drinking tea. To add to the decorum, you may choose to wear a “hanbok,” a traditional Korean costume for special occasions. Through the tea culture, you will discover the nuances of this hallowed art, which is considered a form of meditation that purifies the soul. At Dongmun Market, you can expect to be mesmerized by the sights and sounds, as it is one of the city’s most popular and busiest markets.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Behold a museum’s cultural curiosities, including statues that were graveyard guardians.
• Experience a reflective tea ceremony under the guidance of a tea culture master.
• Browse the stalls at a lively market with an incredible selection of merchandise


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing, including a lightweight jacket.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes with non-slip soles.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes about two hours of moderate walking and standing with some steps and possibly wet slippery surfaces at Dongmun Market. During the tea culture ceremony, participants will sit on the floor. Cushions and stools are limited for those uncomfortable with sitting on the floor. The tour is not available to wheelchair guests and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues who should evaluate their stamina and ability before joining the tour. The tour sequence may vary.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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