Korea's new K-Tour pass offers foreign travelers gateway beyond Seoul
Stepping beyond the glittering skyscrapers of Seoul to explore Korea's scenic southern coast just became easier and cheaper for foreign tourists. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in partnership with the Korea Tourism Organization, rolled out the K-Tour Pass in the southern port city of Busan, Thursday. The pilot initiative, designed for tourists traveling independently rather than…
The Korean government has launched a new K-Tour Pass aimed at foreign tourists, offering a more affordable and convenient way to explore the country's southern coast beyond Seoul. The initiative, a collaboration between the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, debuted in the port city of Busan on Thursday.
Designed for self-guided tourists rather than tour groups, the K-Tour Pass integrates intercity transit discounts and admission benefits for regional attractions into one comprehensive digital and physical travel pass. According to ministry surveys, while more than three-quarters of foreign visitors head to Seoul, only about 16 percent extend their trip to Busan.
By combining transit savings with entrance fees, the government aims to spread tourism traffic away from the capital and entice travelers to discover regional cultural destinations. The K-Tour Pass, accessible via international online travel agencies like Klook and WebBaggage, costs 15,000 won, equivalent to $11. Tourists can select either a single-leg pass, which provides up to a 40 percent discount.
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