Day Trips in South Korea

The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) lies on the border between North and South Korea, and visiting outside of a guided tour is not allowed. On this tour, explore the DMZ with your guide and gain insight into Korean War history. Take in sites of interest including the 3rd Tunnel and the Dora Observatory in safety, with entrance fees plus pickup and drop-off in central Seoul included.

UNESCO"“listed Mt. Seorak and Nami Island attract visitors keen to enjoy an up-close brush with nature in South Korea. On this full-day tour with round-trip travel from Seoul included, travel by air-conditioned minivan and ferry with your guide and hit the sites in comfort. Follow hiking trails around Mt. Seorak, stroll among native cherry and ginko trees on Nami Island, and embrace South Korea's great outdoors.

With pretty walkways, native flora and fauna, and sweeping views over the Han River, Nami Island is a popular getaway destination from busy Seoul. On this full-day tour, escape to nature with a spin through Gangchon Rail-bike Park, explore the scenic Garden of Morning Calm, and enjoy free time at your leisure on Nami Island"”with entry fees and round-trip travel from central Seoul included.

Discover the region outside Seoul thanks to this 10-hour day trip to visit Nami Island and Petite France. Explore the half-moon shaped island of Nami at your own pace. You might choose to rent a bike or learn about "˜Winter Sonata,' a Korean drama filmed on the island. Then get a little taste of Europe at Petite France, a re-creation of a French-style village.

Combine visits to Petite France and Nami Island from Seoul on this 8.5-hour trip. Spend free time at each location on a self-guided exploration. Lunch, entrance fees, and round-trip transportation from central Seoul hotels included.

Soar to new heights in Seoraksan National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that comprises 30 impressive granite peaks - stunning in any season. A guide escorts you on this day trip from Seoul to Mt Seorak via public transportation: local shuttle bus and taxi. Set out on a moderate hiking trail above deep valleys and crystal-clear streams, followed by a local lunch featuring regional dishes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for a personalized experience.

Spend a day in the snow on a 9-hour tour from Seoul. Go skiing or simply play in the snow at a ski resort located within an easy drive of the city. Your tour includes the resort entrance fee, guide, ski rental and lesson (if option selected), and hotel pickup.

After pickup from your Seoul hotel, drive about 2 hours to Seoraksan National ParkThis day trip takes you to explore Mt. Seorak and Naksan Temple, most popular destinations in Korea. Seoraksan National Park is listed as a tentative UNESCO World Heritage site.You will also visit Naksan Temple, regarded as one of the Gwandong region's top sights. This temple lies in Gangwon province, which has a 1,300 year old history to boast. It is rich with culture and beautiful architecture, including the Seven Floor Stone Tower, Dongjong and Hongyaemun to name a few.Accompanied by your English-speaking driver, enjoy your visit to these attractions in the comfort of your private vehicle.

Explore South Korea's rich history and culture on this day tour to the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and the Korean Folk Village from Seoul. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon with a guide. Explore the fortifications and ramparts, and learn of life here under Joseon Dynasty rule. After lunch, visit the Korean Folk Village - home to replica Joseon-era houses where tradespeople demonstrate traditional Korean arts and crafts.

Explore the UNESCO-listed sites and other must-sees of Gyeongju on this full-day tour. Once the capital of Korea's Silla kingdom, Gyeongju offers numerous attractions, some outside the city, making it difficult to see them independently in one day. This tour covers them all, including the UNESCO-protected Bulguk Temple and Seokguram. Includes entrance fees, lunch, pickup and drop-off at Gyeongju and Busan hotels and Haeundae subway station, and the option of upgrading to a private tour.

Learn about Korean folk customs on a 4-hour afternoon tour to the Korean Folk Village from Seoul. The village features more than 250 restored traditional homes that you can enter, and live performances of folk music, dance, and other traditional art forms. Includes guide, entrance fees, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

No visit to Seoul is complete without a day trip to Namiseom (Nami) Island and Petite France, two fascinating cultural landmarks in South Korea. This hassle-free tour transports you to the attractions, plus the Garden of Morning Calm, with ease, and includes entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off. A small group limited to 6 means you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Combine two popular tours in one day and dive into Korea's fascinating past. First, explore the Yongin MBC Dramia TV sets where famous Korean historical dramas are filmed. Then see artifacts, artisans and acrobats on a cultural heritage tour of the Korean Folk Village, which features traditional dwellings and other elements of folklife of the Joseon Dynasty. Lunch and hotel transport from Seoul included!

Gangchon Railbike Park, Nami Island, and Petite France lie in the countryside outside Seoul, offering locals and visitors alike a chance to enjoy a change of scenery from the busy city. On this tour, reach all three sites in one day by air-conditioned coach. With entry fees and round-trip travel from central Seoul included, enjoy a day of diverse outdoor adventure in South Korea.

Get away from busy Seoul with a full-day tour that combines a visit to Nami Island with a romp in the snow. Picturesque Nami Island is known for its natural beauty and as a filming location for popular Korean dramas. Have time to explore the island, and spend the afternoon skiing, snow tubing, or playing in the snow at Gangchon Elysian Ski Resort.

Made famous in South Korean TV shows including Winter Sonata, Nami Island holds a special place in the hearts of Koreans"”but overcoming the language barrier to reach it from Seoul by public transport is a challenge. On this full-day tour with entrance fees and air-conditioned coach transport from Seoul included, reach Nami Island in comfort with your guide and visit the nearby attractions of Petite France and the Garden of Morning Calm.