BTS In The Soop Version: One Day Private VIP Tour

The best part of this private BTS day tour is the route itself. You leave Seoul early, reach Hyangho Beach in Gangneung, then continue to the actual In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. It gives you more than a quick photo stop: you get time to walk, take pictures, and follow the same quiet setting seen in the show.

I like the door-to-door transport, which matters on a long day outside Seoul, and I like the personal care built into a private group. Guide Sunny has been singled out for useful tips, food recommendations, and quick thinking. The main drawback is the long road time, with about twelve hours from pickup to return, plus a strict non-refundable policy.

Key points at a glance

• Two BTS locations in one day: Visit Hyangho Beach and the In the Soop Pyeongchang filming site.
• Private group of up to seven: You travel with only your own party and a professional guide.
• Early Seoul pickup: The day begins around 7:00 a.m. and ends around 7:30 p.m.
• Real filming location access: Your admission ticket covers the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang site.
• Useful extras included: Each person receives a fridge magnet and coaster set, with an instant cup noodle offered through the review event.
• Best for prepared BTS fans: The tour rewards people who value location context, photo time, and simple logistics over a relaxed schedule.

Why this BTS tour is more than a quick photo stop

If you want to see where BTS filmed rather than only visit a themed display, this tour has a clear appeal. The Pyeongchang stop is the real filming location for In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang, where the group’s slower daily routines were recorded in a remote forest setting.

You can walk around the site, use the marked photo spots, and take in the surrounding scenery. The experience is less about a packed list of attractions and more about being in places linked to the group’s music and television appearances.

The day also includes Hyangho Beach in Gangneung. That stop connects with the BTS album atmosphere and gives you an open coastal setting before the forest location later in the day. I like this contrast: beach first, wooded Pyeongchang later. It makes the outing feel like a small regional trip rather than a single indoor attraction.

This is a private activity, so only your group participates. That gives you more freedom than a large coach trip, although you should not expect a flexible, unscheduled day. The route covers a lot of ground, and the return to Seoul is part of the plan.

Leaving Seoul at 7:00 a.m.

The tour begins with hotel pickup in Seoul, with the listed start time at 7:00 a.m. The first scheduled movement toward Hyangho Beach is shown at 7:20 a.m. That early departure is necessary because Gangneung and Pyeongchang are outside Seoul, and the tour must fit both locations into one day.

Your air-conditioned vehicle is a major part of the value here. Public transport could require several separate connections, while this arrangement keeps your group together and removes the need to work out the route between the beach, lunch, the filming site, and Seoul.

You should still prepare for a long sitting period. The tour description makes clear that travel time is included in the twelve-hour duration. If you prefer slow mornings or dislike spending part of a holiday on the road, this may feel demanding.

For a family or group of friends, though, the private setup can make the miles easier. You have your own vehicle, a guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off. The price is charged per group, not per person, so the value improves considerably when six or seven people share it.

Hyangho Beach from 10:30 to 11:30

The first main stop is Hyangho Beach, reached at about 10:30 a.m. The planned beach visit lasts around an hour, though the schedule also labels the stop as one hour and thirty minutes. I would plan around the shorter time and treat any extra minutes as a bonus.

This is a photo and atmosphere stop, not a full beach day. You can stroll along the shore, photograph the scenery, and connect the place with the mood associated with BTS albums. The appeal comes from the setting: open sea, natural views, and a calmer pace after the morning drive.

You should bring a phone or camera with enough storage and battery. The tour is designed around memorable photo spots, and you will likely want time for both personal pictures and BTS-related shots. The available information does not promise props or costumes, so plan for the location itself to provide the backdrop.

I like that Hyangho Beach gives the day some breathing room. The Pyeongchang filming site is the main event, but beginning with the coast creates a more varied outing. The limitation is that you will not have time for a long swim, extended beach picnic, or unhurried coastal exploration.

Lunch and the route toward Pyeongchang

After Hyangho Beach, the schedule allows time for lunch and movement toward Pyeongchang. Lunch is not included in the price, so you should budget separately for it. Dinner is also not included, although the tour returns to Seoul around 7:30 p.m.

The supplied schedule places lunch and the transfer between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., then shows the Pyeongchang filming location from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. The timing suggests that much of the middle of the day is spent traveling. That is normal for this route, but it is worth understanding before you book.

One useful touch is the guide’s role in recommending food. Sunny, one of the guides associated with this experience, received specific praise for food suggestions. That can help when you have limited time and need to eat without creating delays.

The tour includes an instant cup noodle through its review event, but that should not be treated as lunch. Your main meal remains your own responsibility. If you have dietary needs, the supplied details do not specify restaurant arrangements or menu choices, so you should confirm those points with the operator before departure.

Walking through the In the Soop Pyeongchang filming site

The central stop runs from about 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. Entrance is included, which is important because this is the part of the day that gives the tour its name and purpose.

This is the real filming location used for the popular reality program, not simply a general BTS-themed attraction. You can walk in the footsteps of the group through the remote forest setting and stop at designated photo spots. The surroundings also provide broad views of Gangwon Province.

The word remote matters here. The location is valued because it feels away from city traffic and ordinary sightseeing routes. You get a sense of the quiet setting that shaped the program’s slower pace. I would approach this stop with realistic expectations: it is about place, memory, and photography, not a live BTS event or a meeting with the group.

The schedule gives you roughly two and a half hours, while the tour details also describe the stop as two hours. Either way, you have substantially more time than a brief roadside visit. You can take pictures without having to rush through every point, though the guide will still need to keep the group moving for the return journey.

A moderate level of physical fitness is requested. You should expect walking around the site and dealing with natural terrain, although no precise distance or number of steps is provided. Comfortable shoes are the sensible choice. The operator does not give detailed accessibility information, so anyone with mobility concerns should ask before paying.

What the private format changes

A private tour for up to seven people is not the same as a small shared excursion. Your companions are the only participants, which can make the day easier for families, fan groups, or friends with a shared interest in BTS.

You can also speak directly with your guide throughout the day. That matters when you want photo help, location context, or food suggestions. Sunny’s quick thinking and friendly manner were especially valued in the feedback available for this experience, including help when a participant forgot an item.

The private format also helps during crowded periods. One account describes arriving after a major FESTA-related rush, when roughly 300 people had visited the site the previous day. The group arrived first on its tour day and had a quieter start, allowing photo cards to be taken more easily. This points to a practical tip: timing can affect how peaceful and photogenic the filming site feels.

Still, private does not mean custom-built. The route and time blocks are set, and the distance between Seoul and the two locations limits spontaneous changes. If you want to skip the beach, add another attraction, or spend the entire day at Pyeongchang, this is not the right format.

Is $955.88 good value for your group?

The listed price is $955.88 for a group of up to seven people. At full capacity, that works out to about $137 per person. With fewer people, the individual cost rises, so the size of your party is the key value question.

Included in that price are:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• An air-conditioned vehicle
• A professional tour guide
• Entrance to the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location
• One official merchandise set per person, consisting of a fridge magnet and coaster set
• An instant cup noodle connected with the review event

Lunch and dinner are not included. You should also remember that the vehicle and guide are covering a long out-of-Seoul route, not a short city transfer. For a full private group, the cost can make sense because arranging the same route independently would require planning transport, transfers, tickets, and timing.

The merchandise is a pleasant extra, but it should not drive your decision. The real value lies in the private transport, included entrance, and the ability to visit two BTS-linked locations in one day.

If you are booking for only one or two people, compare the total against other BTS excursions before committing. The tour is most financially convincing for a larger group that wants comfort and a guide rather than the lowest possible fare.

Merchandise, food, and small practical details

Each person receives an official In the Soop merchandise set with a fridge magnet and coaster set. These are compact souvenirs that will fit easily into your luggage, and they give non-photographic value to the day.

The instant cup noodle is another small extra, but lunch remains excluded. You should not assume that meals, snacks, or drinks are covered simply because the tour includes food-related extras.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. This tour is commonly reserved well ahead, with an average booking lead time of 52 days, so last-minute availability should not be assumed.

The cancellation rule is strict. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason once booked. The exception is poor weather: if the operator cancels for that reason, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Who will enjoy the day most

I would recommend this tour most strongly to:

• BTS fans who want the actual In the Soop Pyeongchang filming location
• Groups of four to seven people who can share the private rate
• Visitors who prefer hotel pickup and a guide over arranging regional transport
• Photographers and fans who want time at marked photo locations
• Families who value a private vehicle and direct assistance

I would be more cautious if you have a tight Seoul schedule. The day takes about twelve hours, begins early, and finishes in the evening. It also includes long transfers and only a limited amount of time at Hyangho Beach.

You should also think carefully if the non-refundable policy makes you uneasy. Good weather is important for the coastal and outdoor portions, and the booking cannot normally be changed because of a personal change of plans.

Should you book this BTS day trip?

Book it if the In the Soop Pyeongchang filming location is a major goal and you want the simplest way to pair it with Hyangho Beach. A full private vehicle, hotel pickup, included entrance, guide support, and official souvenirs make the package useful for a larger BTS-focused group.

Skip it if you want a cheap outing, a late start, or a flexible day with several unrelated Seoul attractions. The cost is harder to justify for one or two people, and the drive takes up a serious part of the day.

For the right group, this is a focused BTS pilgrimage with two distinct settings: coast and forest. Arrive prepared for the early start, bring comfortable shoes, set aside money for lunch, and book only when you are confident about the date and weather risk.

FAQ

What time does the tour start and finish?

Pickup begins around 7:00 a.m. in Seoul. The planned return and end of service is around 7:30 p.m., making the total duration approximately twelve hours including travel.

What locations are included?

The tour includes Hyangho Beach in Gangneung and the In the Soop BTS Ver. Pyeongchang filming location. Entrance to the Pyeongchang filming location is included.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your own group participates, with a maximum group size of seven people.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with an air-conditioned vehicle and a tour guide.

Are meals included?

No. Lunch and dinner are not included. An instant cup noodle is offered through the tour’s review event, and each person receives the listed official merchandise set.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

This experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund. Personal cancellations and amendments are otherwise non-refundable.