• Jogyesa Temple - Jogyesa Buddhist Temple serves as the heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea and is renowned for its urban location.

From the bustling streets of Jongno, head towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will come across Jogyesa Temple.

The first thing to catch your eye at the temple will be the beautiful trees. The locust and baeksong trees in front of Daeungjeon, the main temple building, are approximately 500 years old.

• Gwanghwamun Gate - Keep your camera ready for the guard-changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate.
• Gyeongbokgung Palace - After exploring Jogyesa Temple, proceed to Gwanghwamun to witness the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony. This event marks the transition of the royal guards and verifies their identities. Next, head to Gyeongbokgung, the main and most stunning palace of the Joseon Dynasty.

Please note:

• On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed, so you will visit Changdeokgung (including the secret garden) instead.
• National Folk Museum of Korea - Within the grounds, explore the National Folk Museum to understand how Koreans have lived from ancient times to the present. Your guide will show you exhibits depicting the daily lives of both aristocrats and commoners, including traditional farming, hunting, weaving, cooking, and other activities.
• The Blue House - Cheong Wa Dae is the Presidential House of Korea, housing the Presidential office and residence. It is called the Blue House due to its blue-tiled roof. While entry is not permitted, you will pass by the front road.
• Cheongha Korea Ginseng Museum - Before reaching the drop-off point at Insadong, you will have the chance to visit the Government-Approved Korean Ginseng Center. Here, you can sample Korean ginseng tea and various products, learning about the benefits and qualities of Korean ginseng.
  Korean ginseng is internationally acclaimed for its superior quality, particularly for enhancing immunity, reducing fatigue, and slowing aging. Extracted from roots over six years old, it is rich in saponins, offering numerous health advantages. In Korea, it is a cherished gift for promoting health.
  A visit to the Korean Ginseng Center is part of the itinerary, offering an opportunity to explore and purchase ginseng products. Discover one of nature’s finest plants and find a unique, valuable traditional Korean gift.

• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup in Central Seoul
• Bottled water

• Food
• Hotel drop-off

Through this excursion, you’ll get the opportunity to explore the city’s Buddhist temple, the Presidential Blue House Square, and the Gyeongbokgung Palace over a span of 3.5 hours, in the company of a small group. Your journey begins at the Jogyesa temple, a symbol of Buddhism in Seoul, and continues past the Cheongwadae, also known as the Presidential Blue House, noted for its distinctive blue tiles. The tour then proceeds to the Gwanghwamun Gate where you’ll witness the changing of the royal guard. Post the ceremony, you’ll wander through the Gyeongbokgung Palace often referred to as the north palace. The tour will conclude at the National Folk Museum, offering a glimpse of Korean life from centuries past.

• Not recommended for participants with back problems or heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• This tour is proceeding with minimum 4 people and if the participants number is below it, the tour can be cancelled.
• Please note: On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed and you will go to Changdeokgung & Changdeokgung Rear Garden (Secret Garden) instead in the morning.

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