BTS In The Soop Version: One Day Private VIP Tour

The best part of this private BTS tour is that it links two very different places tied to the group: Hyangho Beach in Gangneung and the actual IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. You get a full day outside Seoul, with your own vehicle and guide rather than a large bus crowd.

I like the easy door-to-door setup, especially for a remote site, and I like the small touches: a fridge magnet and coaster set for each person, plus photo opportunities at the filming location. Guide Sunny has also helped guests with food suggestions, forgotten belongings, and quick changes when crowds affected the day.

The catch is the long road time. You leave around 7:00 a.m., return near 7:30 p.m., and lunch and dinner are not included. The booking is also non-refundable, so this suits fans who are ready to commit to a long, weather-dependent day.

Key points before you reserve

• Two BTS-related stops in one day: Visit Hyangho Beach and the real IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location.
• Private transport for up to seven: Your group travels together in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Guide Sunny may lead your day: She is specifically praised for photo help, food recommendations, personal care, and quick thinking.
• A long but efficient outing: The schedule runs from about 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with several hours spent on the road.
• Useful BTS keepsakes included: Each person receives an official merchandise set with a fridge magnet and coaster.
• Weather and commitment matter: The tour depends on good weather and cannot normally be canceled or changed for a refund.

Why this BTS day trip is different from a Seoul fan stop

Many BTS-related activities in Seoul are easy to fit between palace visits, shopping, and café stops. This one asks for a full day and a much earlier start, but it takes you beyond the city to places with more breathing room and a stronger sense of place.

Hyangho Beach gives you the coastal setting linked with BTS album imagery, while Pyeongchang provides the main attraction: the location used for IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. You are not simply looking at a display or merchandise shelf. You can walk through the setting where the program showed the members spending quiet time in a remote forest area.

That difference matters. The appeal here is less about a fast checklist and more about seeing the surroundings connected with the show. You can take photos at designated photo spots and follow the same paths and terraces used in the program.

The private format is another major point. Your group can include up to seven people, and only your party takes part. That gives you more control than a standard shared coach excursion, though the price makes the most sense when several people share it.

Leaving Seoul at 7:00 a.m. for the east coast

The day begins early, with pickup offered from your hotel. The schedule lists a start around 7:00 a.m., followed by the transfer toward Hyangho Beach from approximately 7:20 to 10:30.

This is not a quick hop. The drive is a large part of the experience, so I would book it only if you are comfortable spending much of the day in a vehicle. The benefit is that you avoid arranging separate trains, buses, taxis, and tickets to a rural filming site on your own.

An air-conditioned vehicle is included, as is a professional guide. That matters on a route connecting Seoul, Gangneung, and Pyeongchang, where the day would be harder to manage with public transport alone. The private setup also means your group does not have to split up or wait for unrelated parties.

Bring water, a phone charger, and something to occupy you during the longer transfers. The tour runs for about 12 hours, and the drive back to Seoul does not finish until around 7:30 p.m.

Hyangho Beach from 10:30 to 11:30

The first scheduled stop is Hyangho Beach, where you have about an hour to stroll and take pictures. The beach is presented as a scenic spot connected with the atmosphere of BTS albums, so fans will likely want time for personal photos rather than a formal guided lecture.

The strength of this stop is its simplicity. After the early departure and several hours on the road, a walk beside the water gives you a chance to stretch your legs and reset. You can enjoy the natural setting even if you are not interested in taking a large number of BTS photos.

The time is fairly short, however. One hour is enough for a walk and a focused photo session, but not for a slow beach outing with a long café break or extended wandering. Keep your expectations practical: this is a scenic BTS-related stop within a tightly timed day, not a half-day visit to Gangneung.

You may also want to think about the weather before booking. The tour requires good conditions, and the beach experience depends on being comfortable outdoors. If poor weather forces a cancellation, the provider offers another date or a full refund, but the standard cancellation policy does not otherwise allow refunds or changes.

The midday transfer and the Phoenix Blue Canyon listing

The schedule places lunch and the move toward Pyeongchang between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. It also names Phoenix Blue Canyon in the itinerary, but the supplied details do not describe a separate sightseeing visit or include admission there.

For planning purposes, treat this part of the day as a lunch and transfer period rather than a major attraction. Lunch is not included, so you should budget separately for your meal. Dinner is also excluded, even though you will still be on the road during the evening return.

This is one area where the private format can help. Your guide can offer food advice, and Sunny is specifically praised for recommending good places to eat. Still, the tour price does not cover those meals, and the exact restaurant or lunch arrangement is not specified.

The time between the beach and the filming location is also a useful reminder that this is a regional day trip, not a compact Seoul activity. The two main stops are far enough apart that the road connections shape the day.

Entering the IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location

The main visit is scheduled from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the real IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. Admission is included, so you do not need to arrange a separate entrance ticket.

This is where the tour earns its name. You can walk through the remote forest setting used for the reality show and take photos at the marked spots. The experience is built around recognizing the places and following the paths associated with BTS rather than watching a performance or visiting a conventional museum.

The setting also gives the visit a calmer pace. The show focused on ordinary routines and time away from the stage, and the location lets you focus on the surroundings that supported that idea. You can pause at the terraces, walk through the grounds, and look for familiar views from the program.

The two-and-a-half-hour window is much more generous than the beach stop. It should give you time to explore at a comfortable speed, take photos, and appreciate the setting without rushing through every point. A moderate level of physical fitness is required, so expect some walking on the grounds rather than a purely seated visit.

Crowds can affect the feel of the site. One guest described arriving after a very busy FESTA period and being among the first to enter that day, which made photo-card pictures easier and left the location quiet for a while. That suggests an early arrival can help when possible, but your exact arrival time is set by the full-day schedule and road conditions.

What your guide adds to the day

The guide is more important here than on a simple beach transfer. You are covering multiple regions, visiting a remote filming location, and trying to make the most of a fixed window. A good guide can keep the timing clear and help with photos without turning the day into a hurried march.

Sunny is the guide named in the available guest feedback. She is praised for food recommendations, personal attention, and quick thinking. One particularly useful detail is that she helped after a mother forgot an item, which points to the kind of practical care that can matter on a long day away from Seoul.

You should not assume Sunny will lead every departure, since guide assignments can vary. Still, her presence is a positive sign for anyone who values help beyond basic transportation. The strongest praise centers on her personality and ability to respond when plans or personal needs require attention.

Ask your group in advance what matters most: photo stops, the filming location, food advice, or a relaxed pace. Since this is private, sharing those priorities with the guide can help the day feel more personal.

Private tour value at $955.88 per group

The listed price is $955.88 for a group of up to seven. That sounds high beside a typical Seoul sightseeing tour, but the comparison is not quite fair. This price covers a private vehicle, guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance to the filming location, and a day-long route from Seoul to Gangneung and Pyeongchang.

For seven people, the cost works out to about $136.56 per person. For four people, it is about $238.97 each. A couple would carry the full cost between two people, so the value is much stronger for families, fan groups, or friends who can fill most of the vehicle.

The included merchandise adds a small extra benefit. Each person receives an IN THE SOOP official set with a fridge magnet and coaster. There is also an instant cup noodle connected to a review event, though you should treat that as a bonus rather than a core part of the booking.

The price is most defensible if you value convenience and privacy. Arranging this route independently would require more planning, and reaching the filming location without a private vehicle could be awkward. If your main goal is only a BTS-themed photo near Seoul, this is far more tour than you need.

What is not included and what to bring

Lunch and dinner are separate expenses. Since the day lasts into the evening, you should plan for both rather than relying on the included tour price.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The provider asks for a moderate fitness level, and the filming location includes walking around the grounds. You will also want a phone with enough storage and battery for photos, especially at Hyangho Beach and the photo spots in Pyeongchang.

The tour offers a mobile ticket, and pickup and drop-off are included. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The activity is often booked about 52 days ahead, so fans planning around a South Korea holiday, concert, or BTS-related event should not wait until the last minute.

The cancellation rule is strict: the experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason after booking. The exception is poor weather, when the provider offers a different date or a full refund. Read that condition carefully before paying.

Who will get the most from this tour

This trip suits committed BTS fans who want the actual IN THE SOOP setting, not only city-based pop-culture attractions. It is especially practical for a group of friends or relatives who can divide the private price among several people.

It also works well for fans who want a quieter day outside Seoul. Hyangho Beach adds a coastal stop, and Pyeongchang offers the remote setting central to the program. The combination gives you more variety than visiting only one filming location.

Families may appreciate the private vehicle and hotel pickup, particularly because the day involves a long route and a fixed return. Guide support can also be useful when someone needs help with food or forgotten items.

I would hesitate to recommend it to anyone with limited time in Seoul, anyone who dislikes long drives, or anyone seeking a low-cost activity. The day is rewarding because of the distance and access, but that same distance makes it tiring.

Should you book the IN THE SOOP BTS day tour?

Book it if the Pyeongchang filming location is high on your BTS list and you can fill a private group. The combination of included admission, door-to-door transport, beach scenery, merchandise, and guide support makes the day easy to manage.

Before booking, check three things: your group size, your tolerance for a 12-hour day, and the non-refundable rule. If all three work for you, this is a focused way to see two BTS-linked locations without handling the transport yourself. If not, spend your BTS time in Seoul and choose a shorter activity.

FAQ

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 7:00 a.m., with hotel pickup offered.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, including travel time, and is scheduled to finish in Seoul around 7:30 p.m.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to seven people. Only your group participates in the activity.

What locations are included?

The main stops are Hyangho Beach and the IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. The itinerary also mentions Phoenix Blue Canyon around the lunch and transfer period.

Is admission to the filming location included?

Yes. Entrance to the IN THE SOOP BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location is included.

Are meals included?

No. Lunch and dinner are not included in the tour price.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can receive a different date or a full refund. Other cancellations or changes are non-refundable.