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Tours/Seoul/Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide

Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide

5.0(26)Seoul8–10 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(24)
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
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Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide
Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide

At a glance

Duration
8–10 hours
Price from
$230 / person
Location
Seoul, South Korea
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 26 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Here Korea Travel

Description

This is a tour that you can make your own itinerary. Here Korea Travel would give you some suggestions. You don't have to follow the fixed itinerary. Take your own time at the tour destination! It can be any where in Seoul, Gyeonggi and even other tour stop out of Seou. No hurry. Just enjoy the moment! * My tour guide will suggest good local restaurants Experienced local driver tour guide who can speak English with Knowlege of Korean History and Culture will be with you for whole day, giving you a lot of information of S.Korea! Tour Vehicle will be AC conditioned, well-maintained for your comfortable ride. Suggestion 1. Highlight of Seoul 2. DMZ tour with Suspension bridge 3. Suwon hwaseong and Korean Folk Village 4. Mt.Seorak National Park 5. Everland theme park 6. Nami Island, Alpaca World, Gangchon Rail Bike, Petite France, Strawberry Farm,etc *If you go out of Seoul, there's surcharge of fuel.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 22
Adult (ages 16+)
$230
Child (ages 1–15)
$50

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $420.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.

Tour Options

VIP tour

Luxury: Tour guide and driver with AC tour vehicle (two people) will lead the tour , it's very conveinent for travelers Mini Van Vechicle+Driver+Tour Guide : English or Chinese or Japanese Tour guide will accompany you during the tour, whole time, driver seperately Pickup included

Standard Service

Standard: Driver / Tour guide(one) will be your guide, he/she will accompany you to the tourists sites and tell you the stories of site Pickup included

Itinerary

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Pass by

main palace during the Joseon dynasty for 500 years.

Nami Island
Pass by

ecological park, also filming place for winter sonate and other dramas. 1hour and half away from seoul.

DMZ
Pass by

demilitarized zone. You can see north korea, invasion tunnel, last train stop to north korea, unification village.

Korean Folk Village
Pass by

back to 16~18century in Korea. folk village will show you real life of Joseon Dynasty.

Everland
Pass by

Largest amusement park in Korea. 1hour away by a private car. but it takes more than 2 hours by public transportation.

N Seoul Tower
Admission not included60 min

Located at the center of Seoul where you can see whole view of Seoul!

Admission not included120 min

Beautiful National Park in S.Korea with Locky mountains Enjoying the simeple hiking along the park and enjoy the view at the top of Kwunkeumseong Fortress

What's included

Included
Hotel pick up and Drop off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Toll fee & Gas fee
Experienced tour guide/driver
Parking Fees
Not included
Personal expenses
Meals
(Optional)

Pickup Locations & Times

Let us know where you stay Tour guide will look for you at ground floor of your hotel, looking for you asking your name! Please give us your whatsapp contact, it makes everything easy!

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
26 reviews
5
26
4
0
3
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2
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1
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How it compares in Seoul

  • Rated higher than 75% of 386 reviewed tours in Seoul

Excurgo comparison of 1,473 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Full day Private tailor-made Seoul Tour with Local Tour Guide lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $230 per person for this Seoul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $420. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.

How much does this tour cost for children?

Children aged 1–15 pay from $50, adults from $230.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Let us know where you stay Tour guide will look for you at ground floor of your hotel, looking for you asking your name! Please give us your whatsapp contact, it makes everything easy! Pickup points include Klaven Hotel Myeongdong City Hall, Lotte City Hotel Mapo.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 26 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Here Korea Travel.

Reviews(26)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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ikedar
October 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ You gotta ask for Danny!

If you’re visiting Seoul and looking for a guide who makes the day feel less like a tour and more like you’re exploring the city with a friend, ask for Danny! Danny was an awesome guide from start to finish. Before we even met, he sent us a WhatsApp message with all the details for meeting at our hotel and where we’d be heading first. That little touch made everything easy and stress-free. Our first stop was Gyeongbokgung Palace, where Danny shared great insight into daily life at the palace and added local commentary and recommendations for other places we should check out. From there, we headed to Bukchon Hanok Village. Be prepared for some hills! 😅 But the views are absolutely worth the climb, and Danny made sure we had plenty of opportunities to stop, take it all in, and, of course, take pictures. After working up an appetite, Danny found us a great spot for lunch and coffee. Then it was off to Gwangjang Market for some souvenir shopping. Danny explained the different street foods, helped us understand what we were looking at (and tasting!), and even helped us negotiate. By the end of the day, Danny had officially earned two new job titles: professional photographer and personal shopper! 😂📸🛍️ What really made the day special was Danny himself. He was knowledgeable, fun, attentive, and genuinely seemed to want us to have a great experience. He went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time in Seoul. If you’re coming to Seoul, do yourself a favor and ask for Danny. You won’t regret it! 🇰🇷❤️

K
karinaodria
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
It was a very nice tour!

We had a great experience! James was very nice and helpful. He explained his culture and the history of South Korea. We visited the main highlights of the city.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

C
charlesmZ5267GR
September 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Seoul Highlights Private Tour with Hera.

Enjoyed a private all day Seoul Highlights tour with Hera. She was very knowledgeable and flexible. We visited all of the main sites, and Hera adjusted our schedule to accommodate rain later in the afternoon. She also recommended a great restaurant for lunch where I had a delicious meal. I learned a lot and Hera made the day long tour fun.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

M
meenasanu
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely seoul

We had a lovely time with jun who was our guide. Jun showed us all the places very polite and friendly also took lovely pictures of us to keep our memories alive for lifetimes

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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1983DB
September 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour of cultural and historical meaning with Song

We had such a wonderful time on our Seoul city tour with Song! She brought so much energy, positivity, and kindness to the experience. She was incredibly attentive to our group and shared so much fascinating knowledge about Seoul’s history, culture, neighborhoods, and local foods. Song made the entire trip feel less like a typical tour and more like exploring the city with a distant cousin or a long-time friend. Her warmth and genuine care made our visit truly memorable. I would absolutely recommend a tour with Song and look forward to returning to Korea someday. I hope to have the chance to explore Seoul with her again on my next visit!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

2
294manoloe
August 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Full day cultural tour of South Seoul

Our tour guide James was very friendly and knowledgeable. He gave us a thorough overview of Korea’s history while driving to our destinations. He also offered to take numerous pictures at important landmarks . He willingly tour guide/photographer . I’d highly recommend James to any customers visiting South Korea.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

A
AndyJo1974
June 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Seoul Small Group Tour - recommend!

Jun was an amazing tour guide and turned out to be a professional photographer, so my group got incredible pictures! This is a full day, and so much fun. Highly recommended!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

Y
Yoshihiro B
June 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Customized Day visit with Christine and Young

Christine and Young were extremely courteous and attentive to us. We were able to stay on schedule and see and enjoy all sites that we wanted to visit.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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EFTK
June 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best ever tour guide

Juan was, without question, the best tour guide we have ever had. From before we even arrived in Seoul, he went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfectly organised. He contacted us via WhatsApp in advance, provided detailed daily itineraries, and kept us informed about everything we would be doing each day. What truly set Juan apart was his compassion and flexibility. My husband has health challenges, and Juan constantly adjusted the tour pace, schedule, and activities to ensure he was comfortable and able to fully enjoy the experience. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and he was always patient, understanding, and genuinely caring. His service was completely personalised to our needs. If we wanted to change plans during the day, he happily adapted the itinerary without any fuss. This level of flexibility made our trip stress-free and enjoyable. Juan is highly professional, knowledgeable, reliable, and passionate about what he does. His attention to detail and commitment to providing an exceptional experience were evident every day. If you are looking for a private tour guide in Seoul who offers outstanding personalised service, professionalism, and genuine care for his clients, I cannot recommend Don Juan highly enough. He turned our visit into an unforgettable experience, and we are incredibly grateful for everything he did for us. Juan is an asset to his tour company.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

S
Suezque1
May 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour Day with Jun!

Jun is young & vibrant - so happy to share his home city with us. His timing was perfect! He knew exactly when to arrive places to make our trip extra special. Somehow we skipped all the lines which allowed us to see more. Jun was always a step ahead anticipating when we would need water, a bathroom, a snack. Jun’s speaks English very well and we really enjoyed our time with him. Highly recommend!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

$230/ person
5.0(26)
Duration8–10 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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