Day Trips & Excursions in South Korea

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.

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.

Discover top attractions in and around Busan on this private 8.5-hour Busan city tour. Visit Beomeosa Temple with your guide, and learn of ancient Silla history and culture. Admire the fine gateways, halls, pagodas and statues you find, and gain insight into Korea's ancient Buddhist architectural styles. Stroll along the winding alleyways of Gamcheon Culture Village and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local Korean restaurant. Mingle with the locals at Jagalchi Fish Market and Gukje Market, and take in panoramic views over downtown Busan from Yongdusan Park's Busan Tower.

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.

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!

Home to the UNESCO-listed Mt. Seoraksan, the Seoraksan National Park is a haven of natural beauty in eastern South Korea. On this tour, beat the public transport system and hit sites like Gwongeumseong Fortress, the Hajodae, and Naksan Temple in comfort aboard your private vehicle. With round-trip travel from central Sokcho included, reach the summit of Mt. Seoraksan and experience the best of the Seoraksan region in one adventurous day.

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.

Visit the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site - Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and a traditional Folk Village, experience the natural atmosphere with over 260 traditional houses reminiscent of the late Joseon Dynasty.

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.

Spend a day away from the busy city with a private tour to Seoraksan National Park and Nami Island.  The 10-hour tour combines the best of Korean nature, history, and contemporary culture. Private transportation enables you to reach each destination comfortably.  Discover the UNESCO listed temples in the park independently and continue onwards to Nami. Visit the filming locations of Winter Sonata or simply explore the charming island at your own pace.

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.

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.

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.

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.

After pickup from your Seoul hotel, join a small group on a six to eight hour tour of Nami Island. You also have the option to book your day as a completely private tour. Get suggestions, including vegetarian and halal options, from your guide for lunch (at own expense). You can also extend the tour to include a visit to Petite France or the Garden of Morning Calm.

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.

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.

Trade the hustle and bustle of Seoul for a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Gyeongju. Skip the lines at Seoul Station and board the KTX bullet train with your prepaid ticket. The two-hour ride is a sightseeing experience by itself. After comfortable transport collects you from Gyeongju Station, you'll explore a Buddhist temple, ancient tombs, and more with a private guide, before returning to Seoul.

At 7am your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby and take you to begin your private 3.5 hour drive to Mt.Naejang. When you reach Mt.Naejang, you will try the traditional local cuisine for lunch.  You will have more than 20 side dishes with rice to choose from. After lunch, you will move into the mountain area. You will ride the shuttle bus from the parking lot to the cable car station and go up to the peak of the mountain for a spectacular view. Next you will proceed to the 1000 year old Buddhist temple of Naejangsa.  After enjoying the mountain, you will return to Seoul around 4pm.