Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Description
Explore Highlights of Seoul Discover the beauty of Seoul with a professional guide. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. Walk through Hanok Village(Bukchon or Namsangol) and snap photos of traditional Korean houses. Visit the Cheongha Ginseng Museum to explore and shop for ginseng products, known as one of the most effective natural energy boosters and supporters of the immune system. Enjoy panoramic city views from Bugak Skyway, surrounded by mountains. Wrap up the tour with local flavors at Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most popular markets. If you choose Full-day Tour, the tour Includes lunch time(own expenses) ▶ War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park ▶ Myeongdong Cathedral(Drop-off) **All the participants should be at the designated departure point, Myeongdong Station #10 **To avoid traffic jam in the morning, we recommend using metro(subway) for transportation to the meeting point
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Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the most beautiful and largest palace in Seoul. You can also enjoy The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village, where you can see traditional Korean houses called hanok. These villages are popular spots for taking beautiful photos of hanok architecture. You will visit one of these villages based on the option you selected.
Bugak Palgakjeong, also known as the Bugak Pavilion, you'll be captivated by the stunning panoramic views of Seoul. This tranquil pavilion is nestled on the slopes of Bugaksan Mountain, offering a peaceful retreat from the bustling city below. Take some time to absorb the beauty of the landscape and capture some incredible photographs.
Ginseng is first mentioned in “Ji Jiu Zhang” during Han dynasty of China as herb used widely in the orient for so many diseases and ailments. It is a plant which had been regarded as a panacea, a cure all. In the studies, Korean ginseng shows best performances in adaptogenic properties.
Tour will ends here, Gwangjang Market. You can taste various food in the market.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour requires 2 people minimum to book
- Private tour is not managed
- This tour will take place rain or shine.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Hanbok rental time is not offered
- Meeting at Gyeongbokgung Palace, joining the tour after it has started, or contacting the guide once the tour is in progress is NOT permitted
- We recommend using the subway (metro) for convenient access
- Visit Bukchon Hanok Village or Namsangol Hanok Village (depending on the selected option)
Reviews(1,879)
As a first-time visitor to Korea, it was wonderful to see so many important places, and this tour made the whole experience very easy and enjoyable. Thanks to the tour, I was able to see so many things in just one day, which I really appreciated. It was also very convenient that the admission fees were included in the ticket price, so everything felt smooth and stress-free. Mathew, our tour guide, was excellent. He created a friendly, fun, and safe atmosphere within the group throughout the entire trip. He was very knowledgeable, and also very thoughtful and did his best to make sure everyone felt comfortable and enjoyed the experience. At the end of the tour, he gave us useful tips and recommendations. I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend this tour.
Leo was a very energetic and excitable tour guide! Friendly and knowledgeable about each spot that we visited, even if you ask an unexpected question. Definitely would love to have him as a guide for a different tour!
Great half day tour. Very smooth logistics and our guide Leo was awesome! Learnt and saw a lot in 4 hrs. Highly recommend
Our guide Thomas was so entertaining and his insights were very interesting. I really enjoy the tour ! He made me love Seoul even more.
We had an incredible experience with Matthew as our tour guide. From the seamless transportation to the fascinating insights he shared throughout the day, everything was handled perfectly. He was truly exceptional, and our whole family had a wonderful time thanks to his knowledge and hospitality. Highly recommended!
Leo is best guide. He has good knowledge and good guiding skills.
Very fluid and well paced! Our friendly guide Thomas was super well educated on the different stops and was able to answer every question we had.
Sophie was our tour guide today and she was excellent - we learned a lot about Seoul and Sophie kept us smiling and laughing throughout, as well as being very knowledgeable and helpful. We would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Korea for the first time.
Sophie was a great tour guide. Highly recommend for anyone coming to Seoul!
Hassle free! Tickets, transpo ALL covered! Leo is also super upbeat and got a sense of humor. I loved every detail he shared about the places we went. Honestly would not have noticed or learned so much about a culture without him. Highly rec!
Thank you very much for your generous review. We are truly pleased to know that you had a memorable and enjoyable experience on our tour. We will continue to do our utmost to provide excellent service at all times. Once again, thank you for your kind recommendation and thoughtful feedback.
