The Hidden Coast ‘Samcheok’ (Late Spring & Early Summer)
Near SeoulTraditionalWellness
Once hidden by military restrictions and its remote geography, parts of Samcheok’s coastline are now gaining attention as filming locations for Smugglers and Decision to Leave. Beyond the cinematic landscapes of the deep blue East Sea and quiet fishing villages, The Hidden Coast explores the food traditions that have quietly endured between Samcheok’s sea and mountains. Travel from vibrant local markets and East Coast seafood to the thousand-year-old Cheoneunsa Temple, where you will experience a peaceful tea ceremony with a monk. Discover the region’s soybean and tofu heritage through the temple’s ancient millstones and its history as a Joposa, once responsible for making tofu for state and royal rituals. Taste handmade local tofu before continuing to a traditional brewery, where grains, water, and time are transformed through centuries-old fermentation knowledge. More than a film-location or seafood tour, this is a journey into Samcheok’s hidden culinary heritage. Move from the sounds of the sea and markets to the silence of a mountain temple, discovering the people, ingredients, and traditions preserved within this remarkable landscape. This two-day program is available for private groups planning a journey to Korea’s East Coast. Please contact Korean Gourmet Hunters for details.
2 Days<br>1 Night20 Min.EN / KR / FR
Free 48h Cancellation
All diets available
All tastings included
No tourist traps
What you’ll discover in this tour
Two Coastlines: A Coast Long Hidden, Discovered by Film
Take a walk down the coast that was once not known to many, but shown through film thanks to the filming of Smuggling and Decision to Leave, their beauty was able to shine through so take this opportunity to appreciate said view.
Local Market: 'The Sea' People's Tables
Pass through the lively markets of the locals and taste their regional menu that incorporates tofu and learn more about its deep rooted history
Cheoneunsa Temple: Leaving the Sea for the Mountains
The story of Cheoneunsa temple and Tofu, dive into this the rich history the temple has to tell
Tofu Factory: Memories of an Old Food 'Tofy' beans of Miro-Myeon
Learn even more that there is to the fascinating creation of tofu and what its like here in this specific region of Miro-Myeon
Local Brewery: Fermentation, The Food of Time
Visit a local brewery where you'll learn about the drinks creation in the proper area learning all there is to know
Dietary Requirements
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when booking.
We can accommodate vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free needs.
Meeting Point
Your guide will reach out to set up an exact meeting time
Your Guides
Veronica Kang
13+ years experience
Languages: English, KoreanFood ExpertKorean History
Food Expert, Currently Teaching "Culture & Cuisine in Korea" at CIEE (Exchange Program Students from the U.S.), Former Teacher at the Culinary & Arts of Woosong University. Follow her LinkedIn (@Veronica Tae-Ahn Kang) for more information
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
