Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > Northern and Central Asia
Northern and Central Asia Topics specific to Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Mongolia, China, Japan and Korea
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Like Tree4Likes

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 16 Jan 2017
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
Looking for a flight from Seoul to Vancouver

Hello riders road
motorcyclist flight information,
From Seoul to Vancouver Canada
On July 10.!!!
I'd love to Details on the subject. Perhaps there is someone to the same Direction.?
Thank you
avi.feldman
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 19 Jan 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Quote:
Originally Posted by r100gs View Post
Hello riders road
motorcyclist flight information,
From Seoul to Vancouver Canada
On July 10.!!!
I'd love to Details on the subject. Perhaps there is someone to the same Direction.?
Thank you
avi.feldman
Is it for you or for you and your bike? You only cost €488 on that day via Tokyo Narita.
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 25 Jan 2017
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
my flight cost with the motorcycle!!.
thanks
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 31 Jan 2017
Ride Far's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Central New York
Posts: 344
Quote:
Originally Posted by r100gs View Post
my flight cost with the motorcycle!!.
thanks
For moto shipping by air from Seoul to Vancouver, search Wendy Choi on this site and you will find all you need. Wendy is a shipping agent in Seoul who handles many bikes each year. She did a great job getting my bike air shipped from Seoul to Vancouver last summer.
__________________
http://ridefar.typepad.com
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 31 Jan 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Quote:
Originally Posted by Ride Far View Post
For moto shipping by air from Seoul to Vancouver, search Wendy Choi on this site and you will find all you need. Wendy is a shipping agent in Seoul who handles many bikes each year. She did a great job getting my bike air shipped from Seoul to Vancouver last summer.
Hi Ride Far, Can you tell us a little about the logistics/costs of that air shipment?
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 31 Jan 2017
Ride Far's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Central New York
Posts: 344
Quote:
Originally Posted by Declan View Post
Hi Ride Far, Can you tell us a little about the logistics/costs of that air shipment?
I would figure on something in the ballpark of $2300- $2500 USD for the moto air shipment from Seoul to Vancouver.

Assuming you're entering Korea from Russia, you need to get your moto from Vlad to Seoul as well on a ferry and that's over $800, including yourself and bike on the ferry and customs and service fees.

Sea shipping is cheaper, but then again you're incurring daily expenses for a month or however long it takes for the boat to cross the Pacific.

For anyone shipping into Vancouver by either air or sea, BE ABSOLUTELY SURE YOUR VEHICLE IS 100% SPOTLESS and free of any little bit of "foreign dirt." Vancouver customs takes "foreign dirt" very, very seriously and you do not want to hear that your vehicle needs to return to Korea or Vlad after it fails the Vancouver customs inspection!
__________________
http://ridefar.typepad.com
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 31 Jan 2017
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
Flight and ferry

Thank you for the great information !!!!
you very help.
avi.f
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 1 Feb 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Quote:
Originally Posted by Ride Far View Post
I would figure on something in the ballpark of $2300- $2500 USD for the moto air shipment from Seoul to Vancouver.

Assuming you're entering Korea from Russia, you need to get your moto from Vlad to Seoul as well on a ferry and that's over $800, including yourself and bike on the ferry and customs and service fees. (
Thanks for the info Ride Far. Is that the Dong Chun ferry? I heard that it can be heavily booked in summer time - what was your experience?
What airline freighted your bike to Vancouver? I heard Air Canada have a "fly your bike" scheme. Were there significant costs to recover your bike in Vancouver? Any ballpark idea on the all in cost from when you left Vlad until you were on the road again in Vancouver?

Thanks
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 1 Feb 2017
Ride Far's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Central New York
Posts: 344
Quote:
Originally Posted by Declan View Post
Thanks for the info Ride Far. Is that the Dong Chun ferry? I heard that it can be heavily booked in summer time - what was your experience?
What airline freighted your bike to Vancouver? I heard Air Canada have a "fly your bike" scheme. Were there significant costs to recover your bike in Vancouver? Any ballpark idea on the all in cost from when you left Vlad until you were on the road again in Vancouver?

Thanks
It's called the Donghae ferry because it docks at Donghae, Korea. It runs just once a week from Vlad so yes it can book up. I booked a spot about a month in advance through Yuri Melnikov in Vlad. Not sure if the ferry was booked to capacity when I sailed but it was very full.

Yuri runs a shipping outfit called Links Ltd. in Vlad and has served moto riders and other overlanders for years. Yuri is also the man for those wishing boat shipment from Vlad to Vancouver, or elsewhere. Search his name on this site, you'll find plenty of references. All easily done by email.

My bike did ship on Air Canada but not under the "fly your bike" program, that applies only between Canada and Europe last I knew. Not available for Asia, Africa, South America.

As for moto retrieval costs in Vancouver, I'm not sure... figure on a couple of hundred USD, I think. I didn't pay anything because my bike was rejected by Vancouver Customs because of the "foreign dirt" I mentioned before... what a nightmare Just a bit of dirt under a fender despite spending a couple of hours scrubbing the bike at car wash in Seoul.

Air Canada Cargo was awesome in brokering a solution with Customs that enabled my bike to be trucked into the Seattle in its crate. So I paid no Customs release fee in Canada. Air Canada took pity on me and waived all its fees except a nominal trucking fee, so it ended up costing me less than it would have otherwise
__________________
http://ridefar.typepad.com
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 2 Feb 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Thanks again Ride Far - very useful info!

I contacted Air Canada who forwarded me onto Air Canada in Seoul who confirmed that the "fly your bike" scheme is operable but via their shipping agent Borg Air Sea Transport. I've now contacted Borg to establish costing. I had also contacted Yuri Melnik in Vladivostok re sea shipping and he quotes $1650 all in Vladivostok to Vancouver. But the recovery in Vancouver will cost $700 Canadian according to Yuri's recommended agent in Vancouver - Astra Intl Moving and Shipping - that takes a lot of the good out of it. And there is talk too of the agricultural check - that was real drama that you experienced!

Just in relation to the ferry I think the Dong Chun runs from Zarubino to Sokcho so is the Donghae Ferry another operator? Where did it sail from? $800 seems expensive and all adds a lot of $$ to the Air Freight option.
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 2 Feb 2017
Ride Far's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Central New York
Posts: 344
Quote:
Originally Posted by Declan View Post
Thanks again Ride Far - very useful info!

I contacted Air Canada who forwarded me onto Air Canada in Seoul who confirmed that the "fly your bike" scheme is operable but via their shipping agent Borg Air Sea Transport. I've now contacted Borg to establish costing. I had also contacted Yuri Melnik in Vladivostok re sea shipping and he quotes $1650 all in Vladivostok to Vancouver. But the recovery in Vancouver will cost $700 Canadian according to Yuri's recommended agent in Vancouver - Astra Intl Moving and Shipping - that takes a lot of the good out of it. And there is talk too of the agricultural check - that was real drama that you experienced!

Just in relation to the ferry I think the Dong Chun runs from Zarubino to Sokcho so is the Donghae Ferry another operator? Where did it sail from? $800 seems expensive and all adds a lot of $$ to the Air Freight option.
Hmmm, will be curious see what you get for a cost estimate for an Air Canada shipment. Air Canada does ship motos around the world so if the reduced rates of the "Fly Your Bike" scheme are available out of Korea for 2017, fantastic! You probably saw this:

https://www.aircanada.com/cargo/shar...ENG_062015.pdf

I'm pretty sure Dong Chun ferry shut down a few years ago. Yuri will know. Donghae ferry sails right from the main port in downtown Vlad operated by an outfit called DBS Ferry.

Yuri handles all the ferry stuff very well. The day before the ferry sailed, he picked up me and some other riders from our hotels and led us through getting bikes on the boat and our personal ticketing confirmations.
__________________
http://ridefar.typepad.com
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 3 Feb 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Quote:
Originally Posted by Ride Far View Post
Hmmm, will be curious see what you get for a cost estimate for an Air Canada shipment. Air Canada does ship motos around the world so if the reduced rates of the "Fly Your Bike" scheme are available out of Korea for 2017, fantastic!
Thanks again Ride Far...
Just got this from Borg - Air Canadas Shipping Agent...
I told them shipping referred to a KLR650 but they are estimating 220kg because they didn't know exact weight.

AIR FREIGHT RATE = KRW 5950 / KGS = KRW 1,309,000.00
FUEL SURCHARGE = KRW 100 / KGS = KRW 22,000.00
HANDLING CHARGE = KRW 50,000
DANGEORUS GOODS AIRLINE SUCHARGE = KRW 51,800
DANGEROUS GOODS HANDLING CHARGE = KRW 50,000
PACKING CHARGE = KRW 350,000
AIRPORT CHARGE = KRW 20,000
DOCUMENTATION FEE = KRW 50,000
DELIVERY CHARGE EX PACKING FACTORY TO AIRPORT = KRW 150,000
PACKING HANDLING CHARGE = KRW 50,000
CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FEE = KRW 30,000 (MIN) or 0.2% of value
TERMINAL HANDLING CHARGE = KRW 50 /KGS = KRW 11,000.00
Total KRW 2,121,800 = US$1,850

DELIVERY CHARGE FROM YOUR DOOR TO PACKING FACTORY: If you bring the bike to the packing company, it has no cost. But if we have to collect it from somewhere, you have to pay the delivery charges. I don’t know pick-up point where you release, so I just leave it as “at cost”. Above cost changeable as per cargo details. Before shipping, the cost should pay in Korea.

I calculated above quotation based on 220kg because there is no detail of motorbike. If weight is changed, airfreight rate can be changed. Also above airfreight rate is current one, so it can be changed in JUL or AUG. Please kindly re-check the airfreight rate with us before shipping.

In order to arrange shipment, we need your passport copy and receiver name in Vancouver. And you cannot use agency in YVR(Vancouver) because in Canada, brokers do not act on behalf of individuals, so you have to present to customs and make declaration directly with customs.

FYI, You have to remove the fuel in motorcycle when you moving it by air.

In addition, you have to fill in attached documents. (Sender name, address, receiver name, address, motor cycle details include value and weight)

BORG Air Sea Transport Inc.
1209, Hanhwa Bizmetro I, 551-17 Yangcheon-ro,
Gangseo-Gu, Seoul, 07532, Republic of Korea
TEL: 82-2-756-0600(Rep.)
TEL: 82-70-7459-6015(Direct)
FAX: 82-2-337-1426
Cellular: 82-10-4202-1002
E-mail: air01@borgairsea.co.kr
Web Site: :::BORG AIR SEA TRANSPORT INC:::
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 5 Feb 2017
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
Yuri Melnik in Vladivostok
There is an option to email or address.I can not find!!
Thanks
avi
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 6 Feb 2017
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Posts: 128
Quote:
Originally Posted by r100gs View Post
Yuri Melnik in Vladivostok
There is an option to email or address.I can not find!!
Thanks
avi
Yuri Melnikov
General Manager
Links, Ltd.
89 Svetlanskaya str., office 312
690001, Vladivostok, Russia
Tel/Fax: +7 423 2221578
Tel: +7 423 2220887
Mobile: +7 902 5243447:
E-mail: ymelnik@links-ltd.com
Alternative E-mail: yuri.melnikov.links@gmail.com
Web site: Links Ltd | professional packing and moving services provider in Vladivostok, Russia
__________________
Your Life is Now!
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 7 Feb 2017
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
Smile

:
thanks
blessings will
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Buying a second hand bike in Vancouver callmethomas Which Bike? 5 9 Sep 2022 16:34
Return flight ticket Dublin to Reykjavik 100 Eur Ajungbauer Iceland 0 24 Jul 2015 11:08
Vancouver - Alaska - then Central and South America MrHicks46 Route Planning 9 5 Sep 2014 06:45
Looking for a freight/forwarder to fly 2 bikes from Vancouver to Seoul BruceP North America 4 24 Feb 2013 11:06
Shipping bike from Vancouver CA to Sydney AU slojo Trip Transport 3 20 Jul 2012 17:05

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27 2025
Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
CanWest: July 10-13 2025
Switzerland: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21 2025
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 13:23.