Taean is where the sea, mudflats, fields, and mountains come together. Leaving behind the fast pace of Seoul, this “Tuscany of Korea” journey explores local farms, markets, coastal sand dunes, and tidal flats while discovering how nature and the seasons shape the region’s food culture. At the heart of the tour is Jayeom, a rare traditional Korean salt made by boiling highly concentrated brine from the tidal flats. Once close to disappearing, Taean Jayeom is now listed in Slow Food’s Ark of Taste. Visit local producers, farms, markets, and farm-to-table restaurants to experience the ingredients, craftsmanship, and stories that have preserved Taean’s culinary heritage. More than a seafood or sightseeing tour, this is a Slow Food journey through the landscapes and flavours of Korea’s West Coast. End the day with a seasonal dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients and discover a place where the sea becomes salt, the land becomes food, and time turns tradition into flavour.
13 Hours2 min.EN / KR / FR
Free 48h Cancellation
All diets available
All tastings included
No tourist traps
What you’ll discover in this tour
Local Market
Explore a bustling local market filled with fresh produce, local snacks, and daily life vibes
Farmer’s Restaurant for Lunch
Enjoy a hearty countryside meal made with seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients unlike what you've had before
Slow Food heritage: Jayeom Farm
Visit this farm that uses indigenous Korean methods where they make salt the old fashioned way
Local Beach & Arboretum
walk through the beautiful nearby beaches and serene arboretum trails surrounded by nature
Local Seafood Restaurant
Have a dinner of delicious seafood as the sun sets and you feel a sense of satisfaction
Dietary Requirements
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when booking.
We can accommodate vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free needs.
Meeting Point
Central City Bus Terminal
Ticket Office of Central City Bus Terminal (Honam Line)
Ticket Office of Central City Bus Terminal (Honam Line)
Your Guides
Veronica Kang
13+ years experience
Languages: English, KoreanFood ExpertKorean History
Korean Food & Culture Anthropologist, Professor at CIEE Seoul program, CEO of Korean Gourmet Hunters. Over 30 years of experience in PR & Marketing in the hospitality industry.
Dji-Yon
2+ years experience
Languages: English, Korean, FrenchManagerKorean History
Passionate about Korean Culture, has studied Social and Cultural Anthropology at Strasbourg University and Korean Civilization at Bordeaux University
