Join this privately led tour of Seoul and discover some of South Korea's renowned cultural gems. See the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony and tour Gyeongbokgung Palace; stroll around Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong; and visit Jogyesa Temple and N Seoul Tower. The full-day itinerary will lead you through the ages, from ancient city to modern-day capital.
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide
driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Lunch at a local restaurant
Sightseeing tour of Seoul attractions
Visit highlights such as Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Private transport with hotel pick up & drop off
English speaking driver guide
Lunch (Korean food)
Entry or Admission - Gyeongbokgung Palace
Entry or Admission - Jogyesa Temple
Entry or Admission - Bukchon Hanok Village
Exclusions
Fee for observatory of N Seoul tower (optional)
Cable car for N Seoul tower (optional)
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure point
Your hotel in central Seoul
Departure Time
9am or 9:30amDepends on hotel location. We will let you know the pick up time after we receive your hotel name and address.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Following hotel pickup in the morning by private vehicle, your personal guide accompanies you to Gyeongbokgung Palace. At the palace entrance you'll see an impressive reenactment of the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, performed at Gwanghwamun Gate during the Joseon Dynasty. Gain admission to Gyeongbokgung, considered the most beautiful of the Five Grand Palaces in Seoul. Wander the pavilions and ponds with your guide and learn about its architectural features. (When the palace is closed on Tuesdays, you will visit Changdeokgung Palace instead.)Next up is Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village built nearby. Stroll among hundreds of homes called hanok, most dating to the Joseon Dynasty. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue into the heart of the capital and browse among the alleys of Insadong. You'll find antique items on display amid the galleries, eateries, traditional teahouses, and cafes.Then pay a visit to Jogyesa, the main temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Located within the city, the stately complex is a religious site for practitioners of Seon (Zen) Buddhism. N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower) is the final stop on your full-day itinerary. After a cable car ride or walk to the top of Namsan Mountain, you'll have unobstructed views of the city from this prominent landmark (entrance fees and cable car ride are your own expense). Afterward, you're dropped off at your hotel.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people is required for this tour
Infants and children must be accompanied by 2 adults
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is closed on every Tuesday. Instead, you will visit Changdeokgung Palace
Royal Guard Changing Ceremony may not available during rainy days or typhoons (Bad weather)
A maximum of 8 people per booking
This tour provide hotel pick up and drop off; please let us know the hotel name and address during reservation
Tour duration can be adjust depends on weather, traffic or personal reasons
This is a private tour or activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is No cancellation fee
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is 50 percent cancellation fee
If you cancel within 2 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is 100 percent cancellation fee