Why not choose South Korea for your New Year's vacation?

Winter in South Korea usually starts in December and lasts until mid-March of the following year, with typical cold, freezing weather. The average temperature ranges between -6°C and 3°C. By late November, snow begins to fall in the capital city, Seoul.

Despite the freezing temperatures, winter in South Korea is incredibly captivating and attracts many travelers. Many people book flights to South Korea to experience Christmas and New Year's Eve, and Vietnamese tourists often take advantage of the Lunar New Year holiday to visit this romantic land of the morning calm.

Winter in South Korea brings snowfall, making ski resorts some of the most popular destinations at this time of year. Some well-known names include Elysian Gangchon Resort, Hansol Oak Valley, Alpensia Resort, O2 Resort, Jisan Forest Resort, Konjiam Resort, Muju Deogyusan Resort, High 1 Resort, Phoenix Park, Vivaldi Park, Welli Hilli Park, and Yongpyong Ski Resort…

- Woljeongsa Temple: The most striking temple in South Korea during the snowfall season. A 1km path leading to the temple is incredibly picturesque, lined with majestic fir trees. Visitors should opt for the walking route along the old Odaesan Road, which connects Woljeongsa Temple with Sangwonsa Temple, for a scenic stroll.

- Jeongdongjin: Take an overnight train from Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul to the East Coast port of Jeongdongjin, arriving just before sunrise. Located to the east of Gwanghwamun District in Seoul, Jeongdongjin is famous for being a romantic sunrise spot for couples.

- Gyeongpo Provincial Park: Gyeongpoho Lake is a winter paradise with breathtaking natural beauty. You can rent a bike and ride through the sunlit reed fields, watching migratory birds like swans and wild ducks take flight from the bird sanctuary by the lake. Adjacent to Gyeongpoho Lake is Gyeongpo Beach, stretching far into the horizon. Relax beneath the pine trees and immerse yourself in the romantic winter beach atmosphere. The area also offers many restaurants and convenient stores for visitors.

- Daegwallyeong Samyang Farm: Daegwallyeong Samyang Farm is renowned for its stunning scenery, with vast expanses of snow-capped mountains stretching as far as the eye can see. Stand on the silver-white snowfields and admire the peaks of the Taebaeksan mountain range. The beauty of this farm has been featured in famous Korean dramas such as Autumn in My Heart and Winter Sonata.

- Winter Festivals to Explore

When visiting South Korea in winter, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant and festive atmosphere of various winter celebrations, including the Fun Ski Festival, Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival, Inje Ice Fishing Festival, and Taebaeksan Snow Festival.

- Winter Delicacies in South Korea

Korean cuisine offers a variety of mouthwatering dishes, but during the winter, the most popular treats are Bungeoppang and Tteokbokki.

- Bungeoppang is a delightful snack similar to a sweet pastry, made from dough and glutinous rice flour, filled with sweet red bean paste. The mixture is poured into a fish-shaped mold and baked. This treat is inspired by Japan’s taiyaki.

- Tteokbokki is a dish made from thin slices of rice cake fried with vegetables in a flavorful sauce. Initially, this dish was made with meat and was exclusively served to the king. Today, Tteokbokki is often enhanced with red pepper powder, ramyeon, eggs, and dumplings.

We hope that these exciting experiences will give you the motivation to book your flight to South Korea this winter. Don't forget to contact Mytour at the hotline 1900 2083 for fast and effective booking assistance.