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The 13 Best Ski Days in South Korea

13 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Korean resorts are close to Seoul, floodlit late and built on manufactured snow. These 13 compare Yongpyong, Elysian and the rest on transfer time, whether lift pass and gear are included, and how much of the day is left after the drive.

Eobi Ice Valley / Elysian Ski Resort / Nami Island - Elysian Gangchon: a manageable first ski experience
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Eobi Ice Valley / Elysian Ski Resort / Nami Island

1.Eobi Ice Valley / Elysian Ski Resort / Nami Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 285 reviews · from $48Our pick

Travel from Seoul to Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort, Nami Island, and Eobi Iced Valley in one long winter day. Choose free time, beginner ski equipment with a moving walkway or lift, snowboard rental, or sledding. Guide Ruby and the English-speaking tour team handle transfers and Nami ferry tickets, while ski suits, meals, and gloves are extra.

“Our tour guide Ruby was nice! Weather was nice which makes it overall enjoyable expect to have stops along the way making it feel longer, but it didn’t dampen the experience, bring your own ski gloves! Enjoy”

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Yongpyong Ski Resort from Seoul with Optional Lesson and Packages - Getting out of Seoul at 7:30 am
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Yongpyong Ski Resort from Seoul with Optional Lesson and Packages

2.Yongpyong Ski Resort from Seoul with Optional Lesson and Packages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · from $99

Leave Seoul at 7:30 am for a full day at Yongpyong Ski Resort in PyeongChang. Choose transport only, a beginner package with gear and a 30-minute lesson, or a full package with ski clothing, a two-hour lesson, and lift access. Guides such as Gogo and Alex can help with rentals and basic instruction.

“Alex was a great instructor. We had a wonderful time :) we did the basic package which was sufficient”

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Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package) - Starting before Seoul wakes up
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Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)

3.Jisan Ski Resort from Seoul by Shuttle(Opt Winter Skiing Package)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · from $39

Leave Seoul at 7:30 am for Jisan Forest Ski Resort, about 40 to 90 minutes away. Choose transport only, a 30-minute lesson, or a two-hour beginner lesson. Ski gear is included with the ski package, and guides such as Gogo and Alex are praised for patient instruction. A short red pine capsule stop follows the slopes.

“Gogo was my guide and coach. To say he has tremendous patience for me is an understatement cos snowboarding was so difficult and I couldn't get it right even after many tries. Nevertheless, he was very patient and always emphasiseRead more”

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Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort One Day Tour

4.Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $19

Travel from Seoul to Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort for about seven hours on the snow. Choose free time, skiing, snowboarding, or sledding. Ski packages include a one-hour basic lesson, while snowboard packages do not. Guides such as Ki and Eric Kim are noted for clear instruction and friendly help.

“Trip with Mr, KI which very helpful and good instructor. and also can speak english very well.”

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Seoul: Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski Resort Fun Day Tour - Choosing the right Elysian Gangchon package
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Seoul: Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski Resort Fun Day Tour

5.Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski Resort Fun Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · from $15Best value

Travel from Seoul to Elysian Gangchon for a full winter day with English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking staff. Choose skiing, snowboarding, sledding, a scenic lift, or shuttle transport. Ski and snowboard packages include clothing, equipment, a moving walk pass, and a one-hour lesson. Guides such as Ki, David, and Jungkook may assist with instruction and resort logistics.

“Such an awesome time and our instructor KI did a great job with four new snowboarders in two languages. Gave me an appreciation for snowboarding, I will definitely be doing it again. 😎✌️”

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Seoul: Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Eobi Ice Valley Day Tour - From the ice valley to Vivaldi Park Ski World
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Seoul: Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Eobi Ice Valley Day Tour

6.Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Eobi Ice Valley Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · 690 minutes - 13 hours · from $19

You’ll visit frozen Eobi Ice Valley, then spend about 5 hours at Vivaldi Park Ski World. Choose a shuttle, ski, snowboard, or sled package. Ski and snowboard packages include equipment, clothing, a one-hour basic lesson, moving walk, and lift access. English, Chinese, and Korean staff assist throughout the day.

“Kevin, charlie and dean were awesome tour guides. Would definitely recommend their services!”

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Seoul: Full-Day Winter Trip Ski Resort, Ice Valley, Namiseom - Elysian Gangchon, a gentle first step onto skis
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Seoul: Full-Day Winter Trip Ski Resort, Ice Valley, Namiseom

7.Full-Day Winter Trip Ski Resort, Ice Valley, Namiseom

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 12 hours · from $48

Join an English-speaking guide such as Ruby for a 12-hour winter outing from Seoul to Elysian Gangchon, Nami Island, and Eobi Ice Valley. Choose free time, beginner skiing with a moving walkway or lift, snowboarding, or sledding. Equipment, lessons, ferry tickets, and attraction admissions vary by option.

“Yunjoo (Ruby) was a fantastic tour guide. Knowledgeable about our activities, kept us on time, and was very helpful in recommending other activities to do while in Seoul. 10/10 would recommend!”

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Seoul: SnowyLand in Vivaldi Park with Nami or Alpaca - Snowy Land at Vivaldi Park: the part children remember
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Seoul: SnowyLand in Vivaldi Park with Nami or Alpaca

8.SnowyLand in Vivaldi Park with Nami or Alpaca

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $70

Spend 10 to 11 hours with a live English, Chinese, or Korean guide on a winter outing from Seoul. Sled and play at Snowy Land in Vivaldi Park, with warm jackets and pants supplied for children under 12. Choose serene Nami Island or hands-on Alpaca World. Markus is one guide named in connection with the tour.

“It was very exciting and had perfect activities and enough rest in the bus!”

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Seoul: Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour - Walking Nami Island in snow
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Seoul: Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour

9.Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 630 minutes - 12 hours · from $35

Spend the morning among Nami Island’s snow-covered tree lanes, then learn basic skiing or snowboarding at Elysian Gangchon. English, Chinese, and Korean staff help keep the day moving. Choose a shuttle, ski, snowboard, sightseeing, or sled package, with guides such as David, Hakim, and Joseph noted for patient instruction.

“It is was excellent and the guide Hakim was soo helpful”

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Seoul: Jisan Forest Winter Ski Day Tour with Basic Lesson - What the One-Hour Basic Lesson Covers
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Seoul: Jisan Forest Winter Ski Day Tour with Basic Lesson

10.Jisan Forest Winter Ski Day Tour with Basic Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6 reviews · 10 hours - 690 minutes · from $19

Spend a winter day at Jisan Forest Resort with transport from Seoul, a one-hour beginner lesson, seven ski slopes, and time for skiing, snowboarding, photos, or snow play. Choose shuttle-only, ski, or snowboard packages. English, Chinese, and Korean staff include guides such as AJ, Robert, and Kevin.

“AJ from Seoul City Tour is the best tour guide ever. I've been to 59 countries and never had such an animated, well-informed and helpful tour guide as her. I genuinely recommend this tour because for what you pay you get to visit and access so many great experiences, and the bus is very comfortable and safe. I will recommend you guys down in Panamá. 🇵🇦🫂🇰🇷”

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Jisan Forest Resort: Ski Full-Day Tour or Shuttle from Seoul - The coach ride and morning pickup
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Jisan Forest Resort: Ski Full-Day Tour or Shuttle from Seoul

11.Jisan Forest Resort: Ski Full-Day Tour or Shuttle from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $40

Travel from central Seoul to Jisan Forest Resort by air-conditioned coach, then choose a 30-minute lesson, a two-hour lesson with lift pass and ski suit, or shuttle-only access. Guide Gogo is noted for clear English instruction and patient help with first-time skiers and snowboarders.

“The tour went very smoothly, even from the booking process. Admin was very responsive and communicative. On the day itself was a breeze. Clear pick up point and on time. Gogo was the tour guide and coach that time can speak English very fluently. I took the ski package with suit rental+2 hrs lesson. Suit rental shop was very clean, tidy, and cooperative. I initially booked for ski and upgraded to snowboard. As first timer i was quite nervous and Gogo coached me very patiently. Overall after 2 hrs lesson, i was able to cover the basics and tackle baby slope. Very recommended, 10/10.Read more”

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Seoul: Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour - Starting Early From Central Seoul
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Seoul: Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour

12.Vivaldi Park Winter Ski with Nami Island Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 690 minutes - 13 hours · from $35

Start with central Seoul pickup, a 1-hour beginner ski or snowboard lesson, equipment, clothing, and lift access at Vivaldi Park. Then visit Nami Island for tree-lined walks, photos, bike rides, and Winter Sonata scenery. English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking staff, including guides Chuck, David Oh, and Coby, support the day.

“Chuck was being very helpful. It was our first time skiing at Vivaldi and he taught us basic techniques. As for Nami Island, it was our second time going there after 10 years. Chuck offered to take our pictures. Thanks a lot!”

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From Seoul: Korea Ski Tour - Jisan Forest Resort - Arriving at Jisan Forest Resort
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From Seoul: Korea Ski Tour – Jisan Forest Resort

13.Korea Ski Tour – Jisan Forest Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $35

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Seoul to Jisan Forest Resort for a 120-minute beginner ski lesson, rental gear, and free ski time. English- and Chinese-speaking instructors teach the basics, while transport, ham-and-egg toast, water, a hot pack, and a mask are included. Bring gloves, goggles, and a helmet, or rent them separately.

“Great day out. All the instructions were really good and a lot of fun. I’d already skied before. So it was a refresh in the morning. Then after lunch, I went on the slopes by myself. Definitely worth doing if you want to experience skiing.”

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