Incheon Airport offers free transit tours for exploring Seoul during layovers

Roberto Ioriatti, S.V.P. ‐ Transatlantic and Transpacific Pricing and Revenue Management
Roberto Ioriatti, S.V.P. ‐ Transatlantic and Transpacific Pricing and Revenue Management - Delta Air Lines
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Delta customers experiencing a layover at Incheon Airport can now explore the sights of Korea, regardless of their time constraints.

Incheon International’s free transit tour program offers travelers an opportunity to discover the diverse attractions of Seoul and the Incheon area while awaiting their next flight.

The Transit Tour program allows customers on layover to experience key highlights of Korea. Options include historical sites, traditional culture, dining, and shopping:

– Gu-eup Ferry Terminal, Wolmi Park: Take a ferry to Wolmido to enjoy the Korean coastline. Wolmi Park provides a peaceful retreat with coastal views and lush greenery.
– Seoul Botanic Park: This park showcases native plants and horticulture from 12 cities worldwide across its expansive grounds.
– Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae), Gwangjang Market: Formerly the residence of presidents, the Blue House is now an art gallery and history museum. Gwangjang Market offers various foods and handcrafts.
– Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong: Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace—the first royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty—and explore Insadong’s galleries, craft shops, antique stores, tea houses, restaurants, and cafes.
– Hongdae Street: Known for cafes, clubs, murals, fashion outlets, underground music venues, and art festivals.
– Sinpo Traditional Market: Established in the late 19th century as a food market. Visitors can try “Sinpo Dakgangjeong,” crispy fried chicken in spicy sauce.

For more information on tour itineraries visit the ICN website. *Tour programs are subject to change without notice; seats are allocated on a first-come- first-served basis both online and upon arrival.*

The Incheon Airport Transit tour is complimentary for travelers with layovers ranging from four to twenty-four hours at ICN. It enables them to explore popu lar Korean tourist sites via round-trip tour bus with a professional guide. Those with layovers exceeding twenty-four hours cannot join.

Travelers can participate without a visa if they meet any of these criteria:
– Travelers transiting through a third country holding visas or permanent res idency from the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand or any of thirty-two Euro pean countries
– Foreign nationals transiting through ICN wishing to participate

Interested travelers can make reservations in advance through the ICN website



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