Private Unesco Tour in Seoul with Guide
Description
Embark on a remarkable journey through Seoul's UNESCO heritage sites, where you'll delve into the city's rich history and marvel at its architectural masterpieces.
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Itinerary
Changdeokgung Palace: Located in the heart of Seoul, Changdeokgung Palace is one of the "Five Grand Palaces" built by the Joseon Dynasty and is a stunning example of traditional Korean architecture and design. Completed in 1412, the palace has a rich history spanning over 600 years and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural and historical significance. Allocate around 1 hour for your visit to Changdeokgung Palace, giving yourself enough time to explore the palace grounds, admire the stunning architecture, and take a guided tour of the secret garden. A visit to Changdeokgung Palace is a must for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a glimpse into Korea's rich cultural heritage.
Changdeokgung Huwon Secret Garden: Located within the grounds of Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul, the Huwon Secret Garden is a tranquil, beautifully landscaped garden that served as a private retreat for the royal family during the Joseon Dynasty. The garden, which spans over 78 acres, is known for its harmonious blend of nature and traditional Korean architecture, making it a popular attraction for visitors seeking a serene escape within the bustling city. Allocate around 1.5 hours for your visit to Changdeokgung Huwon Secret Garden, giving yourself enough time to enjoy the guided tour and appreciate the garden's natural beauty and serene atmosphere. The secret garden is an ideal destination for nature lovers, history buffs, and those seeking a tranquil and enchanting experience in the heart of Seoul.
Jongmyo Shrine: Situated in the heart of Seoul, Jongmyo Shrine is a Confucian royal shrine dedicated to the memory of the deceased kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty. Constructed in 1394, the shrine has been meticulously preserved and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural and historical significance. Jongmyo Shrine is renowned for its solemn atmosphere, which is enhanced by the simple, yet elegant, architectural style. The main hall, Jeongjeon, houses 49 royal ancestral tablets, while the auxiliary hall, Yeongnyeongjeon, contains an additional 34 tablets. The shrine's grounds are surrounded by peaceful, well-maintained courtyards and walkways, which contribute to the site's serene ambiance.
Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs: Located in the Gangnam district of Seoul, Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs are two well-preserved royal burial sites from the Joseon Dynasty. These tombs, which date back to the 15th and 16th centuries, are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, "Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty," recognized for their cultural and historical significance. Seolleung is the royal tomb of King Seongjong, the 9th king of the Joseon Dynasty, and his third queen, Queen Jeonghyeon. Jeongneung is the tomb of King Jungjong, the 11th king of the dynasty. The tombs feature traditional Joseon-era burial mounds, stone statues, and ceremonial buildings, providing a fascinating insight into the burial practices and architectural styles of the time.
Gwangjang Market: Established in 1905, Gwangjang Market is one of Seoul's oldest and most beloved traditional markets. With over 5,000 shops, it's a haven for foodies and shoppers alike. Sample a variety of mouthwatering Korean street food, such as bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), and gimbap (Korean sushi rolls). Apart from food, the market is also famous for its quality fabrics, vintage clothing, and hanbok stores. Be prepared to immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere. Expect to spend about 1 to 1.5 hours to explore and savor the diverse culinary delights of Gwangjang Market.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel or outside of your Airbnb building.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The listed amount of time that will be spent at each site is an estimation. You can adjust as you like, as long as the touring day ends within the 9.5 hours listed.
- During your day, you will spend about 2 hours moving from location to location. You will also have about 1 hour for a stop for lunch. All told, everything will add up to 9.5 hours total.
- Infant seats for children 3 and under are available on request, but subject to availability. Please contact us to make sure we have one available on your tour date.
Reviews(8)
Kory was prompt, courteous, and very professional. From making sure my family and I were comfortable in the vehicle, he also assured we were good with the pace of the tour. Because we had time left over, he also added a stop on the tour that wasn't in our original plan -- purely based on our conversation and finding out our interests. I highly recommend Korea Tour Company for an unforgettable tour experience.
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Had a very fulfilling one day trip to DMZ with Kory. Kory was on time to pick us from hotel and was very informative throughout our tour. Enjoyed the sharing of the choco pie and North Koreans. Kory actually treated us the choco pie and the biscuits the army ate in military 🤩. Albert was super patient with my itinerary planning and helpful while Grey was detailed in ensuring the smooth transition of our trip. If you don’t want the hassle of planning your trip, just let KTC take care of it and sit back and relax and enjoy your holiday.
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5 We toured with Kory for 3 days in Seoul. He was a great guide and was always going above and beyond. He used local foods to help us understand Korean history. I would highly recommend him.
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Kimsoo was a great tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable on all areas he showed us.and he gave us excellent insight on every place we visited.
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My wife and I booked a tour with KTC and had a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Booking was easy and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend them.
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Our tour guide, Jasmine, made our day truly wonderful. Since it was our first day out, we were flexible with the order of activities and even went a bit out of the planned itinerary, but Jasmine expertly timed our arrivals at each site with the local tour guides. She kindly took all of our photos, allowing us to fully enjoy the experience, and they all turned out beautifully. Throughout the tour, Jasmine provided thorough and engaging histories of each area, enriching our understanding and appreciation. We also enjoyed a delicious Korean beef BBQ lunch. We highly recommend this experience for anyone looking for a memorable day out!
Hi Stephanie. First off, thank you for choosing Korea Tour Company. Also, thank you for your wonderful feedback. Jasmine is definitely an excellent guide with tons of experience. I am happy she was able to make your day. We wish you happy and safe travels and hope to see you in Korea again.
Excellent tour company with great information and fast communication. You get what they detail and describe. The guide Son was punctual, very knowledgeable and had a fun sense of humor. Nothing was too much trouble and he made for us great memories for our time in Korea. We spent 3 days touring and seeing the highlights which all went without a hitch. I would recommend this Company and we have had many guides in the far east and Son was by far the stand out one. Happy touring.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed touring with Son and had such a memorable experience. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you again!
Korean Tour Company was great to work with. We worked several months to get an idea of places we would love to visit. Then we tried to match companies with our project, KTC was the closest but still not quite a complete match, We started working directly with the company to see if they could assist with developing a plan that would immerse us in Korean culture. After a few iterations with many recommendations of must do's we had a plan. It started with picking us up at the airport, completely filling the 2 3/4 days we had to final drop off at the port. We thought we had a plan. A couple of days before Kory, our guide, educator and guardian reviewed our plan and put together the itinerary that would most effectively utilize our time and give us the most time at each of our site adventures. Kory's knowledge of the city and each of the sites we visited was beyond our expectations. It was so awesome, the amount of history Kory knew about all the sites provided us a fine appreciation with the significance of Korea in the world. Below is a list of all the places we visited and all were justly presented. Would we do it again......YOU BET WE WOULD! Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanak Village lnsadong Street, Jogyesa Temple , Gwangjang Traditional Market, Changdeokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Huwon Secret GardenJongmyo Shrine, Seolleung and Jeongneung, Namsan Tower (Round Trip Cable Car & Observatory), Hangang River Ferry Cruise, lmjingak & Bridge of Freedom, DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall, Dorasan Observatory, Unification Village (Tongilchon), 3rd Infiltration Tunnel
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are happy to hear how helpful Kory's expertise was. Thank you again for choosing Korea Tour Company.
