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Chasing the Pink Wave: A 7-Day Cherry Blossom Itinerary from Jinhae to Seoul

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Elena Vance
Elena Vance
Editor-in-Chief & Logistics Expert

Spring in Korea is not a season; it is an event. For about ten days, the entire country turns a shade of pale pink. But the "Beotkkot" (Cherry Blossom) waits for no one. To see it at its peak, you must move with the bloom.

Here is your 7-day plan to chase the flowers from the southern coast up to the capital.

Chasing the Pink Wave: A 7-Day Cherry Blossom Itinerary from Jinhae to Seoul

The Strategy: South to North​

The "Cherry Blossom Line" starts in Jeju/Busan in late March and hits Seoul by early April. This itinerary assumes you are arriving in late March/early April.

Days 1-2: Busan & Jinhae (The Grand Festival)​

Base Camp: Busan (Stay near Sasang Station for easy bus access).

  • The Main Event: Take an intercity bus to Jinhae (45 mins). This small naval town hosts the Gunhangje Festival, the largest cherry blossom festival in the country.
  • Photo Ops:
    • Yeojwacheon Stream: The "Romance Bridge" where trees arch over the water. Stunning at night.
    • Gyeonghwa Station: An old train track tunnelled by blossoms.

Days 3-4: Gyeongju (The Golden City in Pink)​

Transport: KTX from Busan to Singyeongju (30 mins).

  • The Vibe: Ancient history meets nature.
  • Activity: Rent a bicycle at Bomun Lake. The 6km loop is lined entirely with cherry trees. When the wind blows, it rains pink petals into the water.
  • Night: Visit Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond. The lighting illuminates the trees against the night sky.

Days 5-7: Seoul (Urban Blossoms)​

Transport: KTX to Seoul (2 hours).

  • Yeouido Park: The most famous spot in Seoul. The road behind the National Assembly turns into a flower tunnel. (Warning: Extremely crowded).
  • Seokchon Lake: Walk the perimeter of the lake with the futuristic Lotte World Tower looming above the soft blossoms.
  • Seoul Forest: A more relaxed option for a picnic under the trees.

Practical Tips for Spring 2026​

  • Book Trains Early: KTX tickets are released 1 month in advance. During blossom season, they sell out in minutes.
  • Dress Layers: Spring is tricky. It can be warm in the afternoon but freezing at night. Bring a light coat.

The flowers are only here for a moment. That is what makes them beautiful.