• Bukchon Hanok Village - Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses called ‘hanok’ that date back to the Joseon Dynasty. The name, ‘Bukchon,’ which literally translates to ‘northern village,’ came about as the neighborhoods that the village covers lie to the north of the two significant Seoul landmarks, Cheonggyecheon

• Changdeokgung Palace - Changdeokgung Palace means ‘to brighten virtue,’ and is the name of Korea’s most successfully preserved palace. Changdeokgung was designated as UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage in February 1997. It is one of the historic attractions that represent the beauty of Korea. (We will visit Gyeongbokgung Palace on Monday)

• Jongmyo Shrine - Jongmyo Shrine, built by Lee Seong Gye (1335-1408), was a primary place of worship for kings throughout the Joseon Dynasty and has been registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (We will visit Insa-dong street on Tuesday)

• Cheongha Korea Ginseng Museum - you will visit Cheongha Korea Ginseng. Ginseng is first mentioned in “Ji Jiu Zhang” during Han dynasty of China as herb used widely in the orient for so many diseases and ailments. It is a plant which had been regarded as a panacea, a cure all. In the studies, Korean ginseng shows best performances in adaptogenic properties.

• Hwaseong Haenggung Palace - Hwaseong Hanengung Palace is the biggest shelter; Kings used them since the Jeongjo King period. This is the temporary palace where King Jeongjo stayed at the time of Wonhaeng (long journey) and also where he held a splendid feast on Hyegyeonggung Hong, his mother’s 60th birthday and other events.

• Hwaseong Fortress - Suwon Hwaseong Fortress is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and the official fortress of Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The fortress (constructed from 1794 to 1796) was built as a show of the King’s filial piety towards his father Jangheonseja and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power. The fortress was designated as Historical Monument No. 3 in January 1963, and in December 1997, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Professional guide
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan

• Beverages
• Hotel Pick up and Drop off (Dismissed at Myeong-dong area)
• Lunch

Have you ever explored a world cultural heritage site? Fortunately, Korea boasts numerous such sites.

Start with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village, where traditional Korean housing can be admired. This village is renowned for its stunning views, attracting both locals and tourists. Don’t forget to capture memories at the designated photo spots! *Replaced by Namsangol Hanok Village on Sundays.

Jongmyo Royal Shrine houses the ancestral tablets of the kings and queens from the Joseon Dynasty.

Changdeokgung Palace, recognized as a UNESCO cultural heritage site, invites you to discover its exquisite beauty.

Next, head to the Cheongha Korea Ginseng Museum, where you can purchase ginseng for health benefits.

Lunch is at your own expense.

Continue to Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, to explore Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and Hwaseong Haenggung Palace.

After the tour, return to Seoul, Myeongdong.

• Hotel pickup is only available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is behind alleys, our English speaking guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station.
• This tour does not stop at any shopping centers

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.