'Traveling in Fall' Campaign Offers Transportation and Accommodation Discounts, Refunds for Regional Travel Expenses

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the KTO are running the “2026 Traveling in Fall” campaign. Held throughout October and November, the campaign is centered on the theme “Make fall deeper, travel lighter.” It aims to reduce travel expenses for the public and stimulate local economies.
Those planning a fall trip can take advantage of various discounts, from transportation to accommodation. TMAP will first provide up to 30,000 won in points to users who visit one of 89 areas with declining populations and travel at least 30 kilometers from their departure point.
Korea Railroad Corporation (KORAIL) will also offer independent travel packages to 41 areas with declining populations. Visitors who verify their visit to designated tourist attractions can receive a discount coupon equivalent to the train fare they purchased. Five themed tourist trains will be available at a 50% discount, while the Naeilro Pass will be discounted by 20,000 won.
A total of 80,000 accommodation discount coupons will also be available. Customers booking accommodation outside the Seoul metropolitan area can receive a 30,000-won discount on products priced at 70,000 won or more, or a 20,000-won discount on products priced below 70,000 won. Two-night packages priced at 140,000 won or more will qualify for a 70,000-won discount.
Those heading to an island for a fall trip may also want to look into the separate accommodation discount coupons. They offer discounts of 50,000 won for lodging products priced at 70,000 won or more and 30,000 won for products priced below 70,000 won. Visitors to registered campgrounds can also save 10,000 won with the “Affordable Camping” discount coupon.
Those planning a regional trip can also use the “Local Love Vacation Support” program. It refunds 50% of actual travel expenses incurred in eligible areas through mobile local gift certificates. Individuals can receive up to 100,000 won, while young people can receive up to 140,000 won. Eligible areas include Hwacheon-gun, Gangwon-do; Goseong County, Sancheong County, Hamyang-gun, Miryang, and Geochang County in South Gyeongsang Province; Andong and Yeongcheon in North Gyeongsang Province; Seocheon and Taean County in South Chungcheong Province; and Jangheung, Yeonggwang County, and Wando in South Jeolla Province. Geoje and Tongyeong in South Gyeongsang Province, which were affected by torrential rains, will also offer separate support to help revive local tourism.
There will also be opportunities to purchase travel products at reduced prices. Gmarket will offer discounts of up to 50% on domestic travel products, capped at 50,000 won, through November 30. Participants in the Vacation Support Program for Workers can also receive discounts of up to 50%, capped at 50,000 won, on travel products including accommodation, admission tickets, and transportation.
A program allowing travelers to choose destinations according to their interests is also available. “Five People, Five Styles: Personalized Travel” offers trips to 25 regions under five themes: “Autumn Flavors,” “Lucky Hiking,” “Tension Up,” “Family Picnic,” and “With the Earth.” A total of 700 people can participate over the two months of October and November, and the participation fee is 40,000 won.
In addition, various benefits will be offered in conjunction with the 2026 Korea Grand Festival, which runs from the 29th through November 15, including expanded discounts on digital Onnuri gift certificates and the Win-Win Consumption Lottery. Regional and institutional benefits will also be available, such as a 30% discount on Daegu city tours, discounts of up to 50% on Templestay programs, discounts of up to 50% on rural travel passes, and a 50% discount on admission to Sejong National Arboretum after 6 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
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