■ Route 777 Best Motorcycle Routes Across Korea
› Tour Itinerary (Scroll →)
Day 1
Seoul → Gunsan ~234Km / 145mile
Depart from Seoul, heading west towards the coast. Once outside the bustling city, you’ll find open roads stretching towards the sea, providing spectacular views along coastal routes. Take a short break at Sappyo Lake or Daecheon Beach before arriving in Gunsan. This charming historic harbor city, known for its early 1900s architecture, offers a memorable sunset over Korea’s western coastline to conclude your first day.
Day 2
Gunsan → Mokpo ~234km / 145mile
Start your day in Gunsan and travel south along the west coast. Enjoy riding the expansive Saemangeum seawall, an impressive road that feels like you’re gliding across the sea. Continue along the scenic cliffs of Byeonsan Peninsula, passing tranquil fishing villages and expansive mudflats. Your destination, Mokpo, awaits with its vibrant port atmosphere and fresh local seafood restaurants.
Day 3
Mokpo → Yeosu ~238km / 148mile
Today’s journey leaves the west coast behind and follows the southern coastline toward Yeosu. Along the way, you will pass green countryside and the famous Boseong green tea fields, known as one of Korea’s most beautiful tea-growing regions. Enjoy the refreshing coastal ride along the southern coast, where blue landscapes and clear sea views create a completely different atmosphere from the west coast. When you arrive in Yeosu, the beautiful night view of Dolsan Bridge and the sparkling sea will welcome you.
Day 4
Yeosu → Tongyeong ~207km / 129mile
Start from Yeosu and ride along the southern coast toward Tongyeong. With blue ocean views, islands, coastal roads, and bridges along the way, this section is one of the best routes to experience the charm of Korea’s southern coastline up close. Enjoy a relaxed ride through peaceful seaside scenery and small fishing villages. End the day in Tongyeong, a beautiful harbor city where islands, the sea, and fresh local seafood come together.
Day 5
Tongyeong → Busan ~126km / 78mile
Start from Tongyeong and ride through the final stretch of Korea’s southern coast toward Busan. When you arrive in Busan, the city’s lively atmosphere, where the sea and urban scenery come together, welcomes every rider. Enjoy the night views of Gwangalli Beach, the energy of Haeundae, and a wide variety of Korean food as you end the day in the heart of Busan.
Day 6
Busan → Pohang ~181km / 112mile
Start from Busan and ride north along Korea’s east coast toward Pohang. From this section, the scenery begins to change from the calm southern coastline to the wide-open views of the East Sea. Enjoy the coastal roads, ocean cliffs, and small harbor towns along the way as you experience the refreshing charm of Korea’s eastern coastline. In Pohang, end the day with a visit to Homigot, Yeongildae Beach, and fresh local seafood.
Day 7
Pohang → Gangneung ~244km / 152mile
Ride north along Korea’s east coast toward Gangneung. This section is one of the most refreshing parts of the Korea 777 Route, offering wide-open ocean views and the true charm of the East Sea. As you follow the long coastal roads, you’ll pass the deep blue sea, open horizons, seaside cliffs, and small harbor villages along the way. When you arrive in Gangneung, beautiful beaches, seaside cafés, and stunning views where the mountains meet the ocean will be waiting for you.
Day 8
Gangneung → Chuncheon ~137km / 85mile
Leave the east coast behind and ride inland toward Chuncheon through scenic mountain roads. In this section, the atmosphere changes from open ocean views to the mountains, forests, and lakes of Gangwon-do. Enjoy a relaxed ride through cool highland areas, winding mountain roads, and quiet countryside scenery. When you arrive in Chuncheon, the calm atmosphere of this lakeside city, surrounded by Uiam Lake and the Soyang River, welcomes every rider.
Day 9
Chuncheon → Seoul ~211km / 131mile
Enjoy the final ride of your journey as you follow scenic roads where rivers and mountains come together. As you get closer to Seoul, the natural landscape gradually changes into the lively atmosphere of the city. After passing riverside roads and urban scenery, your long journey on the Korea 777 Route comes to an end in Seoul. We hope this ride across Korea’s west coast, south coast, east coast, and inland mountains and rivers becomes a special journey you will remember for a long time.
› Route Overview
- Recommended Trip Duration: 9 Days
- Total Distance: Approx. 1,800 km~ (1,118 miles~) or more (Distance may vary depending on chosen routes and itinerary)
- Main Routes: West Coast (Route 77), South Coast, East Coast (Route 7), Scenic mountain roads in Gangwon
The Korea 777 Route is a signature coastal riding course designed for riders who want to experience Korea’s coastline in depth by motorcycle.
Starting from Seoul, the route follows National Route 77 and Route 7 along the west, south, and east coasts of Korea. Along the way, riders pass through historic harbor cities, island bridges, fishing villages, coastal roads, and mountain roads overlooking the sea.
Surrounded by the ocean on three sides, Korea offers a unique landscape best experienced on two wheels. The Korea 777 Route is one of the most iconic motorcycle journeys for exploring Korea’s coast, roads, and local scenery up close.
