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If you wish to travel far and fast, travel light.

Take off all your envies, jealousies, unforgiveness, selfishness and fears.

~ Cesare Pavese

Olympic Park pink muhly during autumn in seoul

Hi! I’m Shelley, the woman behind the words.

I’m a coffee loving, cubicle hating introvert, who quit the grind years ago… to live life on my own terms.

Traveling & living around the world has changed my life in all the very best ways. And I hope the words and images here inspire you not just to dream, but to actually set forth on an adventure of your very own.

I traveled extensively and independently to 61 countries around the world, but this site mainly focuses on South Korea travel content. In Seoul, I found not just a physical home, but also a home for my heart, soul, and spirit.

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One does not discover new lands

without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time.

~ Andre Gide

Autumn in South Korea

Spanning the months of September, October, and November, autumn in Korea is one of the best seasons of the year. September is a sigh of relief after the hot, muggy summe, and by mid-October green leaves are vividly changing colour. Over the next month, the whole country transforms into a gorgeous medley of red, oranges, yellows, and pinks.

The weather is pretty much ideal, with blue skies, clear air, and comfortable temperatures, so it’s easy to get out to explore the many spring festivals, events, and activities on offer in Seoul and beyond.

What’s the best time to visit Korea in autumn?

The first Autumn colour shows itself at Seoraksan National Park on the East Coast in mid-October, but for the full experience, time your trip for the last week of the month – especially if you want to see pink muhly grass. If golden ginkgo and crimson maple are on your wishlist, wait until the first weeks of November.

jangtaesan recreational forest in autumn
Jangtaesan Recreational Forest in Daejeon is a Spectacular Metasequoia Dream | 7 Things to See & Do

Jangangtaesan is totally unique.

hyangiram hermitage in yeosu
Hyangiram Hermitage in Yeosu | A Remarkable Seaside Temple with 7 Unique Passageways

Unique and inspiring!

cheomseongdae pink muhly in korea
17 Surreal Spots to See Dreamy Pink Muhly in Korea in Autumn 2025

Come autumn, pink muhly is a national obsession in Korea.

food trucks at asan ginkgo tree road in autumn
How to Visit Asan Ginkgo Tree Road and its 350 Magnificent Ginkgo Trees

This is the most famous ginkgo tree lane in Korea.

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Best Autumn Tours in Korea for 2025

Autumn in Korea is positively alive with colour and wonderful things to do. Here are the tours and day trips I personally recommend for experiencing the best of fall in Seoul and beyond.

Jangtaesan and Jeonju Hanok Village Day Tour from Seoul | September 16th – December 10th

  • with Korea’s largest metasequoia forest, and so many other gorgeous autumn trees – Jangtaesan is simply spectacular.
  • runs from September 16th – December 10th
  • ideal timing is from early to late November

Nari Pink Muhly Grass + Nami Island + Gangchon Rail Bike | September 23rd – October 18th

  • pink muhly grass is an autumn highlight and Nari Park is one of the best places near Seoul to see it
  • Nami Island and Gangchon Rail Bike are also perfect in autumn

Seoraksan (Osaek Autumn Foliage)  |  October 1st – November 28th

  • Seoraksan is one of Korea’s most beloved national parks, known for spectacular autumn foliage
  • perfect if you’re visiting in early autumn, since it’s typically the first place to change colour
  • add options including Nami Island, the Garden of Morning Calm, the Gangchon Rail Bike, or Alpaca World

Hwadam Botanic Garden + Namhansanseong Fortress (UNESCO)  |  October 21st – 31st

  • 2 of my personal favourite autumn hotspots southeast of Seoul
  • Hwadam is known for the adorable monorail
  • Namhansanseong is a UNESCO fortress surrounded by gorgeous fall foliage

Classic Naejangsan National Park Tour | October 27th – November 14th

  • considered one of THE most spectacular autumn sights in Korea
  • perfect if you’re arriving in later autumn