Tours and Trips in South Korea

On this full-day sightseeing tour of Seoul, you get to travel through the city in comfort by private air-conditioned minivan - without having to worry about navigating the subway or finding the right route. With your guide to lead the way, hit UNESCO-listed attractions and hidden gems including Changdeok Palace and the Bukchon Hanok Village. Admire panoramic city views from the Mt.Bukak Pavillion, and learn of life in Korea during the Joseon era.

See a lot of Seoul in a short amount of time on a 2.5 hour biking tour.  After being fitted with your own bike - included in the tour - you and your guide will set off along the picturesque Han River. A small group size guarantees a more personalized experience as you pedal past some of the city's most important attractions, districts, and landscapes, including the Korean War Memorial.

This full-day sightseeing tour of Seoul showcases the best of Korea's history, culture and traditions. Led by a guide, see the city's major landmarks, including Jogysea Temple and Gyeongbokgng Palace, National Folk Museum, N Seoul Tower, and Namsangol Hanok Village. Watch the changing of the guards during a stop at Gwanghwamun Gate and enjoy a traditional Korean lunch with your fellow travelers in Insadong. Your full-day tour also includes stops at an amethyst factory, as well as a traditional ginseng center.

Take a 12.5 mile (20 km) nighttime bike tour and see Seoul from a unique vantage point. After private transportation picks you up from central Seoul, you'll head to Yanghwajin Han River Park where your guide will help you choose your included bike.  Then, you and your small group of maximum eight people will cycle North past Yanghwa Bridge and Hangang Bridge, before heading back on the South path.

Design the perfect personalized outing in Seoul and Gyeonggi during this 10.5-hour, fully-customizable, private tour. Pick only the attractions you want to see as you choose among highlights like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Noryangjin Fish Market, the DMZ, and much more. Most visitors have time for three-to-five site visits and two meal stops during their outing.

Discover Seoul's royal residences and gain insight into South Korea's heritage on this Seoul palace morning tour. Explore the Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, a center for Zen Buddhism, with your guide. See the Blue House - where the Prime Minister of South Korea lives and works. Visit Gyeongbok Palace, the city's finest royal residence during the Joseon Dynasty. Admire the luxury living quarters and banquet suites, and gain insight into life here during the dynasty's 5-century reign. Finish your tour at Gwanghwamun Gate and see the changing of the guard ceremony.

Take in the sights of Seoul lit up for the night during this evening guided tour of the country's capital. Stop to see the rainbow fountain show from Banpo Bridge and stroll over to the Island of Sevit Some. Visit the North Seoul Observatory and take in the scenery. Dinner is included, as well as entrance fees and round-trip transportation from your Seoul hotel.

Combine snowy fun with shopping on a day trip to the One Mount Snow Park and Paju Lotte Premium Outlet from Seoul. Visit the indoor winter-theme park of One Mount and immerse yourself in the rides and activities, including skating, sledding, and more. Then, enjoy the discount-led stores and restaurants at the Lotte Premium Outlet. Air-conditioned transport, entrance fees, and pickup and drop-off at your choice of three central Seoul locations included.

Plan your trip ahead of time with this prepaid admission ticket to Korea's first amusement park, Seoul Land. Stroll through exhibits such as Samchulli Hill, Tomorrow Land, Fantasy Land, Adventure Land, and World Plaza. Ticket valid any time during opening hours.

Discover some of the South Korean capital's top attractions on this half-day Seoul tour, including Seoul Tower, Namsan Hanok Village and the War Memorial of Korea. Travel with your guide to the Seoul Tower on Mt Namsan. Take the elevator to the top for panoramic views over the high-rise city skyline. Explore Namsangol Hanok Village and admire faithful recreations of traditional Korean homes from the days of the Joseon Dynasty. Visit the War Memorial of Korea and learn of the hardship and struggles faced during the Korean War.

The royal palaces dotted around Seoul are widely considered among the South Korean capital's most important sites of interest. With this hop-on hop-off  bus ticket, save time and effort reaching palaces including Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, and Gwangwhamun, and enjoy the freedom to jump on and off the service at your leisure. With buses every 25 to 30 minutes and on-board audio guide bringing Seoul's history to life, you can visit all the grand palaces in one day in comfort.

Visit the must-see sites in Seoul on this 10-hour small-group tour that provides an ideal introduction to the city for first-time visitors. Tour essential highlights such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gwangjang Market with your guide, and opt to end the tour with a traditional Nanta show or extra time in Myeongdong.

Discover top Seoul attractions with ease, and bring Korea's ancient culture and heritage to life on this full-day combo tour of Seoul. Enjoy a sightseeing coach trip through Seoul's city streets and admire famous sites such as Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum. After lunch, put on your traditional clothing and learn formal greeting etiquette Korean-style. Play traditional board games enjoyed during centuries past and learn how to make traditional Korean kimchi. Then, visit a local amethyst factory and ginseng center on route back to Seoul.

Uncover Seoul's fascinating history on this 3-hour walking tour of the dynamic city. See old-style Korean houses at the traditional Bukchon Hanok Village, discover the history of rice cake making at the Tteok Museum, tour the UNESCO-listed Changdeokgung Palace and visit Gwangjang Market. Numbers are limited to 12 participants for a small-group experience with your informative guide.

Stroll the streets of Seoul while munching on authentic Korean street food during this 3-hour tour. A small group limited 12 fellow travelers ensures an intimate experience. All food tastings and rice wine or a soft drink are included.

Visit the Hwaseong Fortress at Suwon and learn about the Joseon Dynasty at this UNESCO World Heritage site. You'll travel with an informative guide by dragon trolley and see Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, then explore traditional-style houses at the Korean Folk Village on this full-day sightseeing tour from Seoul. Round-trip transport by comfortable coach is included from centrally located hotels.

Visit three of the South Korean capital's most impressive museums in one day on this 4-hour walking tour in Seoul. Travel through Seoul by air-conditioned minivan as a guide sheds light on the city's diverse museums and galleries. During your tour, visit the National Museum of Korea - the country's flagship museum - the Leeum Samsung Museum of Art and the Seoul Museum of History. Delve into South Korea's colorful Joseon-era history, admire historic and modern artworks from across the peninsula, and see a side to the country many visitors miss.

Visit two of Seoul's UNESCO World Heritage sites - Jongmyo Shrine and the Changdeokgung Palace Complex - on this half-day tour. Learn from a guide about Korea's cultural heritage, starting with a tour of Bukchon Hanok Village, which features traditional homes dating back to the Joseon Dynasty of the 14th century. Finish your tour with shopping at an amethyst factory and drop-off in Insadong.

Prepare for a full-day shopping extravaganza with a guide who is in-the-know about Seoul's shopping hot spots. You're accompanied to three premier shopping districts - Paju, Dongdaemun and Myeong-dong - and shown around enormous malls and markets such as Paju Premium Outlet and the Shinsegae and Lotte department stores. Your guide helps you find international brands at a bargain, including handbags, clothing, electronics, cosmetics and more. Hotel pickup included.

See Seoul how you'd like to see it - with choices galore - during this private tour that allows you to customize your own day's itinerary and choose your own lunch, too. Explore the center of Zen Buddhism, Jogyesa Temple, or see some of the unique food choices of South Korea's capital city at the Noryangjin Fish Market - or go to both. Pick four places to visit, and get ready for a great time with guides who know the quickest ways around Seoul, so you can fit more sightseeing into your trip.