Seoul Pyeongchang BTS In The Soop Filming Location Tour

The main draw is two hours at the house where In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang was filmed. With a group capped at seven, you may have the place largely to yourselves, a rare chance to take your time at a location that means a lot to BTS fans.

I like two practical touches: pickup and drop-off at an address you choose, and an official merchandise set included in the tour. The trade-off is a long day on the road, with lunch and drinks at your own expense and a schedule that leaves some timing between stops unclear.

The details worth knowing before you book

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• Two BTS-linked stops: Visit Hyangho Beach and the In the Soop filming location at Phoenix Pyeongchang.
• A small group: The tour takes one to seven people, and infants and children count toward the limit.
• Pickup at your address: Round-trip transfers and an English-speaking guide are included.
• Two hours at the filming site: The guided visit at Phoenix Pyeongchang is scheduled for two hours.
• A gift is included: Each booking includes one set of official In the Soop merchandise.
• Plan your own lunch: Meals, beverages, snacks, personal expenses, and tips are not included.

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A BTS day trip with room to slow down

This tour pairs two different kinds of BTS pilgrimage. Hyangho Beach offers a coastal stop associated with the BTS bus spot, while Phoenix Pyeongchang takes you to the house used for In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang. If those places are part of the band’s story for you, seeing both in one day gives the outing a clear purpose beyond simply leaving Seoul for a drive.

The private VIP format can make a meaningful difference at the filming site. You are not joining a large bus group, and the small passenger limit gives the day a more personal feel. Some departures have had the house almost to themselves, which means more room to look around and take photos at your own pace. That is a possibility, not a promise: the number of other people at the site can vary.

The appeal is specific. You are paying for access to a place linked to a show, the transport to reach it, and a day organized around BTS. If you are not a fan, the filming location may hold less interest than a wider Gangwon tour with more varied sights.

From Seoul to Hyangho Beach

The day begins with a 7:20 a.m. departure from Seoul. You are asked to arrive 10 minutes early, and the operator reconfirms the pickup time in advance. Since pickup and drop-off can be arranged at your chosen location, enter the correct hotel or address details when booking.

The drive is part of the day’s cost and convenience. Gangwon is far enough from Seoul that arranging the round trip yourself would take planning, and this tour handles the transfers in both directions. The exact vehicle is not specified, but the passenger limit is seven. Past participants have described comfortable rides, and some guides have played BTS music along the way, setting a fan-friendly tone before the first stop.

Hyangho Beach is scheduled for a one-hour guided visit, starting at about 10:30 a.m. It is a short stop, so think of it as a chance to see the coastal BTS-associated site and take in the setting, not a long beach day. If the bus-stop connection is one of the reasons you want to come, this is the time to enjoy that part of the itinerary before heading inland.

Weather can affect the experience. The operator may cancel if conditions are expected to create safety concerns. If that happens, you can reschedule or request a full refund.

Lunch is on your own

Lunch is scheduled for an hour at about 11:30 a.m., and you pay for your own meal and drinks. Snacks are not included either, so it is wise to plan ahead rather than count on food being provided during the trip.

There is an unusual gap in the published timing: the next stop, Phoenix Pyeongchang, is listed at 2:30 p.m. The exact use of that time is not explained. It may account for travel and other schedule needs, but you should not assume that there is a planned activity during those hours. If the timing matters to you, ask the operator about the day’s expected flow before booking.

Traffic and weather can also change the schedule. The stated times are best treated as a guide rather than a guarantee, especially on a full-day trip that starts early and returns in the evening.

Two hours at the In the Soop house

Phoenix Pyeongchang is the main event for most fans. The guided visit lasts two hours and takes you to the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. This is where the tour shifts from a coastal stop to a more intimate connection with the show: you can see the place where BTS spent time together offstage.

That two-hour window is generous compared with the one-hour beach stop. A private group may be able to move through the visit without the hurried feel of a large coach tour. The best-case version is an especially quiet day, when you have the site largely to yourselves. Seasonal conditions can add another dimension: one March departure found snow still on the ground, which made the setting feel markedly different from a warm-weather visit.

The tour includes admission to the attractions, an English-speaking guide, and one set of official merchandise. The gift is a nice keepsake, but it is not the main reason to book. The value lies in reaching the filming site with transport arranged and having time there to look around.

Guide style may vary. Past guides named for the tour include Sunny, Joshua, Junhi, and Brendon. They have been described as friendly and helpful, and some have helped with small fan-oriented details, such as finding a snack BTS had tried. But do not assume that every guide is a BTS expert. One past participant noted that a guide was not especially familiar with the group, so if detailed BTS commentary is essential to you, check what the guide can provide before departure.

The drive back makes this a full-day commitment

The tour is scheduled to return to Seoul around 7:30 p.m., roughly 12 hours after departure. That makes it a substantial day, even without adding time for traffic or weather changes. The round-trip transfer is valuable because you do not have to arrange your own route back from Gangwon, but you should be prepared for a lot of time in the vehicle.

For fans, the drive can be part of the fun. Some guides have played BTS songs, and a few have used small touches such as a Mikrokosmos lamp to make the ride feel more suited to the occasion. Those details are not guaranteed on every departure, though. The reliable features are the pickup, transport, English-speaking guide, and the scheduled visits.

The group size can make a long day easier. A maximum of seven passengers allows for a more personal trip than a full coach tour, and the private format can give your party more control over the pace at each stop. Still, the tour is not a flexible custom itinerary: the listed stops and general schedule are set, and the timing may shift with traffic and weather.

Is the price worth it?

The price deserves a close look. The supplied price information gives two different starting figures: US$1,389.59 for the experience and US$1,208.35 for the HYANGHO BEACH & IN THE SOOP package. The amount you pay may depend on the option and date, so check the exact checkout total rather than relying on either figure alone.

This is a premium day trip, but it bundles several things that would be harder to arrange separately: round-trip transfers from your chosen address, an English-speaking guide, admission, a small group, and an official merchandise set. The strongest value is for a fan who places real importance on seeing the house and wants the convenience of transport handled from Seoul.

It is less compelling if you are mainly looking for a low-cost Gangwon excursion or a wide-ranging sightseeing day. Lunch and drinks are extra, and the itinerary focuses on two BTS-related stops rather than a broad tour of the region. Tips and personal expenses are also yours to cover.

All ages are charged the same price, and children and infants count toward the passenger limit. That matters for families booking a group of up to seven: check the headcount carefully before confirming.

Booking details to sort out

The operator asks you to provide your preferred pickup and drop-off locations when reserving. The final confirmation is sent by text message, and the Klook voucher is for reference only. The tour information says confirmation may arrive within minutes, while the operator also says it will send a confirmation message three to four days before the tour. Keep an eye out for both, and contact customer support if you do not receive confirmation.

For itinerary-change questions, the listed contact email is [email protected]. Cancellations made at least four days before the selected date are eligible for a full refund through Klook customer service. If extreme weather or another safety concern leads the operator to cancel, you can reschedule or request a full refund. The operator says it will contact you the day before if weather safety is an issue.

The voucher is valid only for the date selected, so check that your booking matches your plans. Since schedule details can change with traffic and weather, keep the day open rather than planning a tight evening commitment in Seoul.

Who should book this BTS tour?

I would put this tour near the top of the list for BTS fans who want to see the In the Soop house and prefer a small-group trip with pickup arranged. The chance of having the filming site largely to yourselves, combined with two hours there, is the experience’s strongest selling point. The beach stop and official gift round out the day.

It is also a good fit for a small family or a group of friends who are comfortable paying a premium to avoid arranging transport on their own. Just remember that every passenger, including children and infants, counts toward the seven-person maximum, and the same price applies to all ages.

I would look elsewhere if you want a low-cost outing, a long stop at the beach, or a guide guaranteed to offer detailed BTS commentary. For fans who care most about visiting the filming location in a small group, however, this is a focused and convenient way to make the trip from Seoul.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The schedule runs from a 7:20 a.m. departure to an expected 7:30 p.m. return. Traffic and weather may change the timing.

What places does the tour visit?

It visits Hyangho Beach and the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location at Phoenix Pyeongchang.

How many people can join?

The group size is one to seven participants. Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount.

Are meals included?

No. Lunch, beverages, snacks, and other personal expenses are not included.

What is included in the tour?

The tour includes admission to attractions, an English-speaking guide, round-trip transfers to and from your chosen pickup location, and one set of official In the Soop merchandise.

What happens if bad weather makes the tour unsafe?

The operator may cancel the tour if weather creates safety concerns. You can then reschedule or request a full refund.