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Craft Your Own Makgeolli: An Overnight Getaway with Campfire in Paju, Korea

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What I'm bringing on this trip is not a souvenir, but a bottle I made myself. Enjoy barbecue and makgeolli prepared with seasonal ingredients amidst the slow scenery of Paju, and slowly unwind your day in front of the campfire and music. The next day, I will think of my favorite tastes and aromas, and brew my own makgeolli and give it a name. It's a short 1-night and 2-day trip, but it's a time to create special memories beyond just eating and resting.

Program Introduction

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1. Take a break from your busy life and relax slowly in Paju.

Leave the city and explore the local spots in Paju while enjoying the fresh ingredients and beautiful countryside. This trip is about taking your time to spend a whole day in one place instead of rushing around.

Walk through the unfamiliar neighborhood, enjoy delicious food together, and feel the night air of Paju while listening to music by the campfire.

This trip isn’t about doing a lot. It’s a time to slow down and closely experience the everyday life of Paju.


2. Make your own makgeolli that suits your taste and enjoy a campfire together.

On the first day, taste different kinds of makgeolli to find what you like.

After slowly tasting various makgeollis with sweet, refreshing, and rich flavors, mix ingredients made from Paju’s farm products to create your own signature makgeolli.

Compare how the taste and aroma change based on the ingredients I picked, and give a name to my homemade makgeolli along with a short story.

In the evening, enjoy barbecue and makgeolli made with seasonal ingredients from Paju, and after the meal, have fun by the campfire with music.

You can chat with other participants around the fire or quietly watch the flames. The rural night sky and warm lights provide a sense of relaxation that's hard to find in the city.

Through a meal and a glass of makgeolli, you will naturally remember the seasons and atmosphere of Paju.


3. The next day, harvest herbs to make tea and take a slow walk on the earthen road.

After breakfast, find Paju's healing farm and start a slower day in nature.

At the healing farm, harvest fragrant herbs like basil and apple mint, and make warm tea with the freshly picked herbs.

Just by smelling the herbs and drinking the tea slowly, a feeling of calm comes to my busy heart. In the afternoon, take a slow walk on the nearby earthen road.

This isn’t a time for learning or doing more; it’s about walking and taking a moment to rest while enjoying the scenery.

A 1-night, 2-day trip is completed with good food, tasty drinks, and relaxation in nature.

 

Why This Project

Capturing the growth journeys
of our participants.

#Rest & Recovery#Freedom & Happiness#Art & Inspiration#Healing#Rest#Recharge#SlowTravel#WeekendHealing#EscapeFromEverydayLife#SmallHappiness#EmotionalTravel#LocalTravel#LocalStay#LocalLife#CountrysideVacation#RestInNature#NewExperiences#UniqueExperiences#DiscoveringPreferences#NewEncounters#ConnectionWithPeople#Campfire#FireWatching#HealingMusic#Makgeolli#MakingMakgeolli#TraditionalAlcoholExperience#LocalBarbecue#FoodPairing#LocalFood#SeasonalIngredients#LocalCulture#SensoryTravel
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Program Activities

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■ Project Activities
During a 1-night, 2-day stay in Paju (Session 1: October 10-11 / Session 2: October 24-25), we will explore local spaces, taste seasonal food and makgeolli, enjoy the rural night, and make our own makgeolli.
On the first day, we will slowly explore Paju's local spaces and feel the local vibe. After that, we will stay at a guesthouse and enjoy barbecue prepared with seasonal ingredients from Paju along with makgeolli.
In the evening, we will have a campfire and music. We can share stories in front of the fire or relax and enjoy the calm of Paju's night.
The next day, after breakfast, we will move to the brewing space. After deciding on my favorite taste of makgeolli, I will handle the ingredients and brew it myself. At the end, I will give a name to the makgeolli I made.
Although it's a short schedule, Paju's spaces, food, night scenery, and makgeolli making will come together to create one travel story.

■ Main Activities

A 1-night, 2-day experience of tasting, relaxing, enjoying Paju's night, and finally brewing my own favorite makgeolli. (Session 1: October 10-11 / Session 2: October 24-25)

We will explore Paju's local spaces and seasonal food, enjoy barbecue with makgeolli, and finish the day by the campfire. The next day, I will think of my favorite taste as I brew my own makgeolli and name it.

01. Exploring Local Tastes in Paju

- We will lightly explore Paju's local spaces such as the village bookstore or cultural spaces, and meet the local atmosphere and stories.

02. Local Seasonal BBQ & Makgeolli Pairing

- We will experience local flavors by enjoying barbecue and makgeolli made from seasonal ingredients in Paju.

03. Campfire & Healing Music

- Under the rural night sky, we will enjoy the campfire and music, share stories, and relax.

04. One Night in a Local Guesthouse

- We will spend a relaxing night close to the daily life of the area in a local guesthouse in Paju, not a tourist spot.

05. Making My Own Makgeolli & Naming It

- I will decide on the direction of my favorite taste, brew my own makgeolli, and give it my own name and story.

* The detailed schedule may change according to business operations and local cooperation.

■ Additional Information

  • This project is based on full participation for the entire 1-night, 2-day schedule.
  • Accommodation will be provided ina separate dormitory for men and women.
  • The program will operate with a maximum of12 participants.
  • Since the program includes drinking, please adjust your alcohol intake according to your condition.
  • If you have any personal allergies or dietary restrictions, please check in advance before participating.
  • Details about exact operation dates, recruitment periods, participation fees, personal preparations, and transportation will be announced after final confirmation internally.

■ Project Schedule

Enjoying, resting, and brewing in Paju over 1 night and 2 days.

Session Date Time Location Main Programs and Activities

1 night and 2 days

- Session 1: October 10 - 11

- Session 2: October 24 - 25

The abundance of fall rural life and

a 1-night, 2-day experience for my true self.


First Day

(Saturday)

14:00~16:00

Gaya 4-ri

7042 Cafe

  • Stories of Gaya 4-ri with the village chief

- Listen to the hidden history and small village bragging of Gaya 4-ri while enjoying Wulkem tea at 7042 Cafe.

  • Making seasonal dishes with the elders.

- Making cabbage pancakes with the elders.

17:00~20:00 Paju Doga
  • Local Makgeolli tasting & making.

- Finding 'my own Makgeolli style' through tasting various styles of Makgeolli.

- Making base Makgeolli for blending.

  • Blending Makgeolli using local ingredients.

- Based on my preference, create 'my signature Makgeolli' by combining local ingredients (honey + sweet potato/grape/maesil syrup).

20:00~22:00 Jeongin Minbak
  • Late night fire time.

- Conversations by the campfire listening to the sounds of rural autumn skies that you can't see in the city.

Second Day

(Sunday)


9:00~10:30 Jeongin Minbak
  • Healthy breakfast.

- Offering Korean food using local ingredients.

11:00~12:30 Village Healing Farm
  • Herb harvesting at Paju Healing Farm.

- Harvesting herbs (basil, apple mint, etc.) and brewing tea for healing.

13:00~16:00

Gaya 4-ri

Yellow Earth Path.

  • Barefoot healing walk on the yellow earth path.

- A walk that refreshes everyday fatigue and blends perfectly with nature.

16:00~17:00 Jeongin Minbak

Exhibition of Polaroid photos and guest book archive capturing the journey of 1 night and 2 days.

* The program schedule may change depending on local conditions.

Program Inclusions

  • 1
    Flea Market Tasting Event
  • 2
    Certificate
  • 3
    Pre-Departure Orientation (Korea GapYear)
  • 4
    Professional Training / Education
  • 5
    Daily Meals (3 per day)
  • 6
    Groceries / Ingredients Provided
  • 7
    24/7 Emergency Contact Support
  • 8
    Orientation Materials
  • 9
    Program / Travel Tips
  • 10
    Accommodation Included (Check Details)
  • 11
    Wi-Fi / Internet Access
  • 12
    Common Lounge & Shared Spaces
  • 13
    Shared Kitchen
  • 14
    Shower Facilities
  • 15
    Host Institution Certificate
  • 16
    Equipment / Basic Training
  • 17
    Expert Program Leader
  • 18
    Project Supplies (Partial)
  • 19
    Tutoring / Consulting

Some inclusions are available when options are added or selected.

■ Accommodation

  • Provides accommodation in a local guest house for a 2-day, 1-night schedule (Session 1: October 10–11 / Session 2: October 24–25)
  • Separate dormitories for males and females
  • Provides a space for evening programs, participant interaction, and enjoying a campfire together

■ Project Activities

  • Light exploration of local areas in Paju
  • Local barbecue & makgeolli pairing using seasonal ingredients from Paju
  • Campfire & healing music enjoyed under the rural night sky
  • Experience making your own makgeolli by deciding on the flavor and concept
  • Basic materials and operational support required for program execution

■ Includes in Participation Fee

  • Accommodation fee for 1 night
  • Meal costs during the schedule
  • Program material costs
  • Program experience and operational costs
  • Transportation to the Project Site

*The departure location and time for participating in the project will be shared at a later date.

 

■ Exclusions

  • Round-trip transportation to Paju
  • Individually incurred transportation and personal expenses
  • Personal travel insurance
    *It is recommended to book transportation after the final schedule of the project is confirmed.

About the Provider

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The brewing space where this project is taking place is based in the rural area of Paju, connecting traditional liquor, agriculture, and the local people and spaces.

It is not just a place to make alcohol, but also operates programs that connect local agricultural products, traditional liquor, accommodation, and local experiences, allowing visitors to stay in Paju and experience the local daily life.

We place great importance on connecting local products made by residents, village accommodations, and cultural content into one journey, ensuring that the experiences and consumption of visitors benefit the local community.

Making liquor by hand and encountering the people and spaces of Paju up close.

This 1-night, 2-day trip has also been created as an extension of such local experiences.

Accommodation

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During the project period, we will stay at a local guest house in Paju.
This place is not just a place to sleep. It is a space where participants can enjoy dinner programs together and naturally converse over breakfast the next morning.
In the evening, seasonal barbecue and makgeolli pairing, campfire, and music programs will follow. You can relax comfortably while feeling the night of Paju and naturally mingle with other participants.


* The accommodations are in a male and female separated dormitory format, and room assignments and detailed amenities will be announced at the final briefing.
* The local guest house is a shared accommodation, and the actual appearance may differ from the images.

Location Overview

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■ Location: Paju, Gyeonggi-do

Paju, where the project is taking place, is a city where you can experience the atmosphere of traditional liquor and rural life, as well as peace, art, and nature together. Exploring the representative places of Paju before and after the program can enrich a 1-night, 2-day trip.

 

1. Heyri Art Village | A cultural village where art and taste converge

It is Paju's representative cultural and artistic space, where galleries, museums, bookstores, small theaters, cafes, and workshops gather. It is enjoyable to slowly walk through the buildings and alleys, view exhibitions, and find spaces you like.

 

2. Imjingak Peace Park | A landscape of peace that can only be found in Paju

This is a representative place that well shows the history and locality of Paju. Walking through the spacious Pyeonghwa Nuri Park and the surrounding area of Imjingak allows you to reflect on the history of division and the meaning of peace. It is a place where you can encounter a different story of Paju compared to a nature and cafe-centered trip.

 

3. Majang Lake | Nature healing along the lake and forest

This is Paju's representative natural tourist attraction with a suspension bridge across the lake and a waterfront walking path. It's perfect for walking lightly or resting while looking at the lake and forest, making it a great fit for leisurely enjoying Paju's nature after completing the program.

■ This project will be conducted as a face-to-face program for one night and two days. (Session 1: October 10–11 / Session 2: October 24–25)

 

■ The entire project will accommodate a maximum of 12 participants. It will be conducted in a small group, allowing for shared meals and discussions in a comfortable setting.

 

■ Eligibility and Qualifications

  • Those who need a quiet break from a busy daily life
  • Those seeking a unique and memorable weekend experience, rather than typical sightseeing
  • Those who enjoy makgeolli and traditional liquors or want to try making them themselves
  • Those who want to naturally talk and interact with new people
  • Those interested in comfortable wellness content such as mindfulness cards, emotional oils, and campfires
  • Those who want to stay local and try new experiences
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For any additional inquiries about the project,
please contact our operations team via email (program@koreagapyear.com)
or consult with one of our program consultants via Whatsapp.

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    What I'm bringing on this trip is not a souvenir, but a bottle I made myself. Enjoy barbecue and makgeolli prepared with seasonal ingredients amidst the slow scenery of Paju, and slowly unwind your day in front of the campfire and music. The next day, I will think of my favorite tastes and aromas, and brew my own makgeolli and give it a name. It's a short 1-night and 2-day trip, but it's a time to create special memories beyond just eating and resting.
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