Oct.,17 - 8 hours tour to Seoul

[paul]

Mattew A. from N.Y

Guest review with 5 star ratings:

A great introduction to Seoul & Korean History!

Paul was excellent! Not only did we spend 8 hours touring multiple points of interest in Seoul, but he had an extensive knowledge of Korean history related to the sites we were visiting and explained everything in detail. In Gyeongbokgung Palace, for example, he really added to the experience by going through the history of the Josun Dynasty and the Confucian principles that the governed with - which lent itself to the whole aesthetic of the palace. You won't get that just wandering the grounds on your own. We went from place to place by Subway and Bus, which added to the authentic Seoul experience. Paul was happy to answer all of my questions (and I had a lot!) and was even kind enough to give me some pointers for my subsequent days in Seoul that I would be on my own without a guide. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a guide!

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, 

Our itinerary will be following;
1). 09:00~09:05: Greeting at your hotel, Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Myeongdong.
2). 09:05~09:50: Moving to Gyeongbokgung by bus, and share brief context about Korean culture and Gyeongbokgung at Gwanghwamun Square.

3). 09:50~11:50: Tour to Gyeongbokgung,
Gyeongbokgung is the highlight & essence of palace architecture of Joseon Dynasty, reflecting authentic value & idea of Confucianism.

4). 11:50 ~12:30: Tour to National Folk Museum in Gyeongbokgung:

5). 12:30~13:20: Moving and tour to Bukchon Hanok Village by walk

6). 13:20~14:10: Moving to Gwangjang market by subway and experiencing of traditional Korean food. Representative traditional Korean street foods of Gwangjang market;

“Mung bean pan cake, Tkeobokki, Gimbap, Raw otopus and marinated raw beef slice”

7). 14:10~14:40: Moving to Namsan by subway and bus.

8). 14:40~15:40: Tour to Namsan- Seoul Tower

Namsan mountain is situated in the center of Seoul, and N Seoul Tower, which seats on the top of Namsan mt., provides panoramic view of Seoul. Visitors can see the beautiful scenery of Seoul at the observation deck of N-Seoul Tower. N Seoul Tower was selected as one of the world's top 500 tourist destinations in Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel List.

Entrance fee is 21,000won/person, and to save the cost, guest is recommended to go alone without guide, as it is supposed to see panoramic view of Seoul. No need to be accompanied by guide.

9). 15:40 ~ 16:10: Moving to Hongdae street by bus and subway:

10) 16:10 ~ 16:40: Tour to Hongdae street

Hongdae is vibrant and trendy area featuring young & modern culture & atmosphere of Korea.

11). 16:40 ~ 17:00: Moving to your hotel