Return Assurance - Seoul Private Tour for Incheon Cruise Guests
Description
This private car charter is exclusively for Incheon cruise passengers, accommodating groups of up to 6 people. Unlike join-in tours, you can customize your itinerary and explore Seoul or Incheon’s attractions at your own pace without traveling with strangers. We strictly align the schedule with your ship's arrival and departure, typically visiting 3-4 sites. Recommended spots include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Market. Please note that Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with an equally stunning alternative. In case of extreme traffic, the itinerary may be adjusted to Incheon’s top attractions, such as Chinatown or Sinpo Market, to ensure a safe and timely return to your ship.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace retains the original Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, a prime example of Joseon architecture, and the Hyangwonjeong Pavilion and pond. The sculptures in the Geunjeongjeon Hall exemplify Joseon-era sculpture techniques. The west side of the area outside Heungnyemun Gate is occupied by the National Palace Museum of Korea, while the eastern side of Hyangwonjeong Pavilion within the Gyeongbokgung Palace is occupied by the National Folk Museum of Korea. Tourist attractions may be substituted if they are closed on regular holidays or if access is restricted due to unforeseen circumstances such as traffic control. In such cases, we will do our best to replace them with equally or even more enjoyable alternatives.
Deoksugung (Palace) was a private residence of the prince Weolsan's. The 9th king of Joseon dynasty Seongjong, built it for his elder brother Weolsangun. It then became the palace in 1593 when King Seonjo used it as his residence. Deoksugung is situated in the central part of the modern history in Korea. The palace is a blending of the western and eastern construction styles. Deoksugung is famous for the Jagyeokru(a water clock) and the changing of the commanders of the guards ceremony. Tourist attractions may be substituted if they are closed on regular holidays or if access is restricted due to unforeseen circumstances such as traffic control. In such cases, we will do our best to replace them with equally or even more enjoyable alternatives.
Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that date back to the Joseon dynasty. The name Bukchon, which literally translates to "northern village," came about as the neighborhood lies north of two significant Seoul landmarks, Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno. Today, many of these hanoks operate as cultural centers, guesthouses, restaurants and tea houses, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience, learn and immerse themselves in traditional Korean culture. As Bukchon Hanok Village is an actual neighborhood with people's homes, visitors are advised to be respectful at all times while looking around. Tourist attractions may be substituted if they are closed on regular holidays or if access is restricted due to unforeseen circumstances such as traffic control. In such cases, we will do our best to replace them with equally or even more enjoyable alternatives.
The Gwangjang Market is the first local market of Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. The second floor of the market has all kinds of silk, satin, linen bed-sheet stores. Gwangjang market is also famous for its food stalls. There are tens of food stalls in the middle of the marketplace and the most popular snacks include Bindaetteok(fried Korean pancakes) and Mayak Kimbab.
Namsan tower (=N seoul tower) is one of Seoul's most representative landmarks where tourists can enjoy beautiful view of the city covering all the way to gangnam, han river and beyond. Especially the red sunset and night view is wonderful. I guess the best known site at the tower is the thousands of locks hung on the fence by visitors as proof their love or friendship. They wish unbreakable love or friendship and write their name on the padlock and hang on the fence. So namsan tower is one of recommandable places where tourists can make good memories in Seoul.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 100% guaranteed on-time pick-up and drop-off at the cruise terminal. Please provide your details in the 'Special Requirements' section for pickup arrangement. We will contact you via WhatsApp before the tour, so please ensure your number is available.
- Some stops may change due to holidays or unexpected closures. We will always provide equally enjoyable alternatives to ensure a great experience.
- Please enter your ship name and WhatsApp number (with country code) in the "Special Requirements" section. We will contact you before the tour.
Reviews(36)
On time pick up and return to our hotel. Our driver was wonderful at customizing our itinerary to our desires.
Thank you so much! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a seamless and highly satisfying experience, starting with our punctual on-time pickup and return to your hotel. It is wonderful to know that your driver was wonderful at customizing the itinerary to perfectly match your wishes and desires! We always strive to provide flexible, guest-centered services, and we are so proud that our driver could deliver a personalized and comfortable journey just for you. We will gladly pass your fantastic praise along to the driver right away to completely brighten their day! Thank you for choosing Love Korea, and we wish you and your loved ones many more wonderful travels ahead!
We were lucky so lucky to get a Superstar guide - Michelle Hong. Michelle has great knowledge, adaptable, and very professional, relaxed and friendly. Thankyou for a great day Michelle.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you felt incredibly lucky to have Michelle Hong as your guide, and we are deeply grateful for your high praise, calling her a "Superstar guide!" Providing a seamless, deeply enriching, and comfortable journey is exactly what we strive for. It is heartwarming to know that Michelle’s exceptional qualities shone through—combining her rich knowledge and top-tier professionalism with a remarkably adaptable, relaxed, and friendly approach. Having a guide who can effortlessly tailor the day while making you feel like you're exploring with a close friend is a true gift, and we are so glad Michelle delivered that for you. We will proudly pass along your beautiful words, gratitude, and "Superstar" recognition to Michelle to completely brighten her day!
This tour was a perfect visit to Seoul, we were picked up in the Incheon port by Richard, our English Tour Guide, he was very early at the port before we had even disembarked, with constant communication with us through Whatsapp, has a very comfortable big van in like new conditions. He is very knowledgeable, always providing facts about Seoul and answering all our questions. He was definitely the best tour guide we have had in along time. Always making sure we were having a good time and enjoying our tour. He took us to lunch to where we wanted and took us back to the ship on time. Also, the price was much better than Royal Caribbean prices. This is the tour to be booked !!! Enjoy !!!
Thank you so much for the fantastic and detailed review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your tour with Richard was the perfect way to visit Seoul during your cruise stop. It is wonderful to know that you appreciated his seamless communication via WhatsApp, his early arrival at Incheon port, and the comfort of the pristine, spacious van. Providing an exceptional experience with a highly knowledgeable guide who easily tailors the day—from answering all questions to arranging the lunch you wanted and ensuring a timely return to the ship—is exactly what we aim for. Hearing that Richard was the best guide you've had in a long time and that our tour offered much better value than Royal Caribbean's shore excursions means the world to us. We will proudly share your amazing recommendation and heartwarming praise with Richard!
Richard was a terrific guide. Super informative and took great care of us. We learned a lot about Korea and about Seoul. Richard kept us on schedule so we could make the most of our time, but we didn’t feel rushed. A great tour in every respect!
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear that Richard’s expertise and care made your journey through Seoul so meaningful. Richard takes great pride in balancing a well-paced schedule with a relaxed atmosphere, so knowing that you felt both productive and unhurried is a wonderful compliment to his professionalism. It’s also great to hear that you walked away with a deeper understanding of Korea’s vibrant history and culture! We will certainly share your kind words with Richard—he’ll be thrilled to know he helped make your time in Seoul truly "terrific." We hope to welcome you back for another seamless and enriching adventure in the future!
Joe was absolutely incredible—truly one of the highlights of our experience! He was so kind, warm, and genuinely thoughtful from start to finish. He was even waiting for us at the cruise terminal 15 minutes early, which immediately set the tone for how reliable and professional he is. Not only did he make us feel completely comfortable, but he went above and beyond by teaching us some Korean phrases, which made the trip even more fun and meaningful. I’ve always dreamed of going Korean skincare shopping, and Joe made that dream come true by taking us to the perfect spot. He didn’t just drop us off—he walked us over and made sure we knew exactly where to go, which we appreciated so much. Seoul is such a beautiful city with so much to offer, and Joe helped us experience it in the best way. We only wish we had more time! Highly, highly recommend—he made our trip unforgettable.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review! We’re truly delighted to hear that Joe’s care, professionalism, and thoughtful touches made your experience so memorable. From helping with local phrases to guiding you through your skincare shopping, he always strives to go the extra mile. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again!
Michael, our guide, was most pleasant and informative. He provided little details about each site visited which made us appreciate the places visited even more than we would have from merely receiving an overall impression. In that regard his knowledge was thorough and impressive. He made our visit of Seoul a completely satisfying experience. To crown the day, Michael guided us to a truly enjoyable lunch at a restaurant which was both authentic popular.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and elegant review! We’re delighted to hear that Michael’s detailed explanations and deep knowledge helped you appreciate each site on a deeper level. It’s wonderful to know your day in Seoul felt so complete, including the authentic lunch experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again!
This was an informative and memorable tour, thanks to the knowledge of our guide, Nohill. Our transportation was in a comfortable, air conditioned vehicle. The highlight of the day was our visit to the beautiful Gyeongbokgung Palace which was enchanting to see, especially as so many visitors were wearing traditional Korean costumes. Nohill explained the history of the Palace and the purposes of each of the buildings. We were then given free time to look around the Folk Museum which was so interesting. As a complete contrast we also visited a Buddhist temple, had a traditional Korean lunch and were able to view Seoul from a great height.
Thank you for your thoughtful review :) We’re happy to hear Nohil made your day informative and memorable. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the palace, museum, and overall experience. We truly hope to welcome you again for another great trip in Seoul!
Kimsoo was a wonderful guide. He spoke English very well and gave us lots of interesting information and a lot of history. We had an enjoyable day and everything went smoothly. Kimsoo was very willing to change plans based on our preferences. Great way to spend our first day in S Korea.Thank you!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback :) We’re happy to hear Kimsoo made your day enjoyable with great explanations and flexibility. It means a lot to us that you had a smooth and memorable experience. Hope to see you again!
We had a private tour with Nohill Park. He picked us up at the cruise port in Incheon for our tour. We found out the day before that the K-Pop band BTS would be performing a free concert in downtown Seoul and that things would be extremely congested and areas closed. Nohill planned our itinerary for the day to avoid all of this. We had a great day and would recommend Nohill as your driver.
Thank you for your lovely feedback :) We’re happy to hear Nohil made your private tour comfortable and well organized despite the busy conditions. It means a lot to us that you had a good experience. We hope to see you again!
Our tour guide Nohill was great. He made contact the day prior reassuring us of plans for the tour. With a limited window of time in port that was important to us. Unfortunately morning traffic into Seoul delayed us enough to miss out on a couple of sites but Nohill did his best to cover as much as he could and had us back at the port in plenty of time. He was great at taking photos of us, we finally have decent photos of my husband and I together on a holiday! Thanks Nohill for a wonderful day in Seoul 🇰🇷
Thank you for your thoughtful review :) We’re glad Nohil could make your cruise day smooth and reassuring despite the limited time and traffic. It’s wonderful to hear you still had a great experience and made special memories. We hope to see you again in Korea!
