Embark on a Knowledge-Filled Journey with the Gumi Science Train!
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(Photo source: Samsung Electronics)
Going on a trip is not just about ‘relaxation,’ but also about learning new things, having unique experiences, and feeling the charm of the city with your whole body.
Many people focus on acquiring ‘knowledge’ while traveling, right?
The ‘Gumi Science Train’ introduced by the KORAIL Tourism Development blog is exactly that.
This train tour, presented by KORAIL Tourism Development in collaboration with Gumi City, features industrial tourism as its theme.
It's an ‘educational trip’ package where you can directly tour the processes of leading domestic companies and enjoy Gumi's unique food and festivals all at once!
When and how can you go?
✔️Departure Stations: Seoul Station / Daejeon Station
✔️Operation Schedule
One-day trip: September 26th (Fri), October 31st (Thu), November 7th (Thu)
1-night 2-day trip: October 31st (Fri) ~ November 1st (Sat), November 7th (Fri) ~ 8th (Sat)
✔️Number of Participants: First-come, first-served basis, 40 people per session
Especially, the trip departing on November 7th coincides with the Gumi Ramen Festival (Nov. 7th ~ Nov. 9th), so it will be a delightful trip with ramen!
Places to visit on the Gumi Science Train
1. Nongshim Gumi Factory
You can directly see the process of how global popular products like Shin Ramyun and Jjapaghetti are created!
2. Samsung Electronics Gumi Smart City
This is where innovation was symbolized by the ‘Anycall Burning Ceremony’ in the past, and now it is a key base for making advanced smartphones.
3. Kyochon Chicken Main Store
The very place where the Korean chicken craze began! A special ‘Kyochon Signature Platter’ is also provided.
4. Gumi Tourist Attractions
Visit various Gumi tourist attractions.
For the 1-night 2-day trip, you can also enjoy trekking on the Geumosan Olle Trail and strolling along the emotional Geumnidan-gil, completing a fulfilling travel course that combines nature, culture, and taste!
Trip Costs?
Based on departure from Seoul
-One-day trip: 129,000 won
-1-night 2-day trip: 229,000 won
Based on departure from Daejeon
-One-day trip: 89,000 won
-1-night 2-day trip: 189,000 won
Included: Round-trip train fare, connecting transportation, industrial site tour program, Gumi Love Gift Certificate (10,000 won), etc.
How to Book
If you want to participate, you can book on the KORAIL Tourism Development Travel Mall website.
One-day trip: September 26th (Fri), October 31st (Thu), November 7th (Thu)
1-night 2-day trip: October 31st (Fri) ~ November 1st (Sat), November 7th (Fri) ~ 8th (Sat)
Recommended for:
Those looking for experiential educational trips with children
Those who want to see domestic industrial sites directly
Those who want to enjoy delicious food and local festivals together
"We have prepared a special train trip where you can enjoy industrial site tours, local tourism, and festivals all at once. We will continue to expand tourism content that supports the local community."
– Kwon Baek-shin, CEO of KORAIL Tourism Development
This fall,
following the popularity of the 'Space Science Train,'
take the Gumi Science Train and
embark on a journey filled with knowledge, fun, taste, and emotion!
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