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10 Private Tours in Seoul That You Shouldn't Miss
Seoul is the business and cultural hub of South Korea, where skyscrapers tower over Buddhist temples. Take it all in from the N Seoul Tower, built atop a peak in Namsan Park. The teahouses and shops of Insadong give you a taste of Korean flavor, which you can further experience with a visit to the grounds and museums of Gyeongbokgung. UNESCO World Heritage Site Changdeokgung Palace is a fine example of authentic ancient architecture.
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1. 2 Day Private: Rakkojae Korean Cultural Heritage Tour via Andong Hahoe Village
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Experience Korean traditional culture come alive on a one night, two day tour journey with Rakkojae. The itinerary includes firsthand exposure to UNESCO World Heritage sites and visiting a beautiful village that has preserved its 700 year history – as if time has stood still. We wish to move your heart with an opportunity to have an honest encounter with Korea that is unavailable elsewhere, through a melange of delectable cuisine, comfortable traditional accommodation and Korea’s magnificent natural scenery. The per-person tour rates are inclusive of one night accommodation at Rakkojae Andong (Hahoe), car service, guide, entrance fees, and meals.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Overnight accommodation, Car & driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: ICN airport pick-up and/or drop-off (one-way KRW110,000 surcharge), Drinks and snacks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By Doraebe
This was a great tour. Michael the best guide. Nothing too small for him to help with, and lots of fun too. The cherry blossom outside the Hanok was amazing and the night we spent in the village very peaceful. Make sure to visit the mask museum before attending the performance, which is very interesting and lively. The kids enjoyed it too. The village is very special - Over 300 years old and it feels like it has never changed. After the frenetic pace of Seoul, it is a fantastic place to chill out for a day or two.
2. Private Tour Nami Island with Petite France or The Garden of Morning Calm
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
We bring you to Nami Island and Petite France or The Garden of Morning Calm, Which is very famous for the K-drama making and its own scenery • Hotel Pick up and Sending, Entrance Fee(Nami Island and Petite France) & Lunch is Included • Fluent English speaking Driving Guide will lead you to Nami Island and Petite France or The Garden of Morning Calm • Pick up from Tourist hotel & Sending to Tourist hotel • Can listen to all the useful information such as politics, religions, society, culture and nature of Korea while traveling from full of knowledgeable driving guide
Inclusions: Lunch, Fluent English Speaking Driving Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By chrisparker91
Chance was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide. My fiancé and I enjoyed the trip and we feel that it was worth the money spent. Chance gave us a private skiing lesson and his visible passion for the job made the trip one to remember.
3. Seoul Art Tour with a Local Expert: 100% Personalized & Private
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Insadong is a neighborhood permeated with everything artistic, eclectic and creative. Explore it with one of our local Seoul hosts, flitting between traditional tea houses and even more traditional porcelain shops. Stroll along the largest street, Insadong-gil, pop into an art gallery or a stationary store, discover ancient writing techniques or stop by Jogyesa Temple. You may want to also see Ssamziegil, a market/mall hybrid - quirky, right? After all of that, you might need a break, and a traditional tea ceremony sounds like just the thing. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Inclusions: A private and personalized experience , 3 hours with a Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Additional transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By katosheppeck
Our guide was both kind and competent. She accommodated our very specific and probably unusual itinerary to orient a new student to the area. I can't recommend highly enough having a local guide in an unfamiliar city, especially for travelers who don't speak the language. It is an absolute must! I will look for a local guide wherever I go in the future and hope they are as kind as Oki.
4. 1 day Jeonju City tour by KTX Train from Seoul
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
1 hour 36 minutes KTX train that travels at the speed of 300km/h ride from Seoul, Jeonju welcomes visitors with its charming and relaxed atmosphere. Jeonju is a city famous for the Jeonju Hanok village, delicious Jeonju bibimbap. This fascinating tour takes you to Jeonju by KTX, tour Jeonju Hanok Village and Geumsansa Temple, and experience making Korean traditional paper. In the evening, you can take a KTX train back to Seoul It is the perfect place to go on a weekend or Jeonju day trip from Seoul. No better place encapsulates the particular atmosphere unique to Jeonju like the Jeonju Hanok Village nestled in the heart of the city. With more than 800 traditional Korean Hanok houses made out of wood, clay and unique roofs clustered in a single area, Most of the things to see in Jeonju are located in the Hanok village, such as Gyeonggijeon shrine, Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian school, traditional Korean paper factory, and Pungnammun gate but Geumsansa temple is in the outskirt of Jeonju.
Inclusions: 1 Day Private tour, Qualified Local English-speaking guide, KTX round-trip fare (Economy class), All admission fees to tourists sites, Hanji (Korea's traditional paper) Making experience fee, Hotel Pick-up (Seoul area)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Drop off Service (Seoul), Accommodation, Gratuities
Reviewed By MAS_CT88
Kyungae, from the travel agency was very accommodating, answered all my questions, she also suggested the best tours we get for the dates we were in Jeju island. Everything was done online, emails and messenger. It was hassle free. My tour guide/driver was Jay. He was awesome, knowledgeable, extremely nice and made sure, I had a fun time on this tour. He was always on time and knows a lot about the places we visited. Truly a wonderful experience. Definitely will book them again.
5. Private Nami Island Photo Shoot and Tour with a Photographer
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Nami Island is Korea’s most globally recognized tourist destination and cultural brand welcoming over 3.3 million guests annually. Combining a refreshingly beautiful natural setting only 63 kilometers from Korea’s capital of Seoul, Nami Island is a peaceful place promoting culture and leisure in harmony with humanity and nature. Also known for the shooting location of famous K-Dramas such as Winter Sonata, Nami Island was designated a UNICEF Child-Friendly Park in December 2010. You get all 300+ original photos and 20~30 edited photos via photo share. - Pick up and drop off in a luxury SUV - Awesome photo souvenirs from Nami Island - No hassle, no shopping stops, and laid back schedule - There are other photo shoot locations. Just ask!
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Insurance, Entrance Ticket to Nami Island 13,000 KRW per person
Reviewed By QueenTW01
I actually visited Korea in September of 2019 but the system would only allow me to select as far back as Dec. Justin was practically perfect. The weather was touch and go during the week (thanks Typhoon LingLing), but he was extremely flexible the entire way through. He let me dictate the locations, the poses, the time, and everything in between. This was a solo trip and a birthday photoshoot I was planning. Justin made absolutely sure that I looked amazing for my big day. The edits had a surprisingly fast turnaround with stunning work as well. I’m African American and sometimes photographers don’t consider my complexion when taking photos in the bright light. Justin didn’t have that problem at all and didn’t try to “brighten” my skin when taking or editing the photos. I would highly recommend him and would have him take my photos again without a second thought. He was also a pleasure to be with and a positive companion for the last days of my trip.
6. Central Seoul Tour
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5.0 based on 68 reviews
Book this private full day tour of Seoul, to enjoy at your own pace with comfort. On this 8-hour journey, in an air-conditioned minivan, you will be accompanied by an expert driver cum guide on an itinerary that was designed to give you great understanding of Seoul. Lunch is not included, you can pay separately.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver guide (Driver and Guide for the larger group, more than 8), Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and coffee/tea (available to purchase), Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By edlevis
This was my second trip with Miae at Top Korea Tour. Three years ago she took me on a city tour of Seoul. I had so much fun and learned so much that I reached out again on my next visit to the area. This time we traveled 1-1/2 hours outside of Seoul to historic Gangwha Island. We visited Gwangseongbo Fortress, built in the 17th century to protect Korea from foreign invasion, and Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple dating back to the 4th century. Our lunch was a delicious traditional Korean barbeque. After lunch we visited the Gangwha Peace Observatory where we could look across the Han River through telescopes to the farms and mountains of North Korea. From the observatory we proceeded to the popular Joyang Bangjik Coffee shop built on a former factory site and retaining much of the original decor. We visited the Ganghwa Anglican Cathedral combining traditional Korean architecture with Anglican Christian interior. We walked through the Pungmul Traditional Market offering locally grown foods such as turnips, sweet potatoes, and fish along with handcrafts. Then we returned to Seoul. Pickup and dropoff service was provided to my hotel. Miae is an excellent tour guide. She is very knowledgeable, upbeat, friendly, and fun. Top Korea Tour is highly recommended.
7. The Non-Touristy DMZ Private Day Trip: North Korea & Nature
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4.9 based on 11 reviews
Enhance your time in Seoul with a day trip to the Demilitarized Zone(DMZ) that separates North and South Korea.Take in the main highlights of the area and learn more about the history of Korea. Your local host will answer all of your questions and will provide you with historical insights and facts to help you make the most of your day. On this private day trip,you’ll visit the 4km-wide DMZ and get the chance to peek into North Korea from the Eulji observatory. Check out the 'Punch Bowl', an area where soldiers from both countries fought hand-to-hand. You’ll also get to learn more about the tense history of the area while enjoying the sight of untouched natural beauty around. Get a chance to explore the 4th Invasion Tunnel, located on one of the most strategic routes and built hundreds of meters underground. Please keep in mind that for this day trip you need to bring your passport. This is very important to remember, as it is mandatory to enter the area. Join now to find out more!
Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance Tickets 4th Invasion Tunnel, Entrance Tickets Eulji Observatory, Hotel pick-up and drop off
Exclusions: Optional lunch
Reviewed By andrewfF2693XX
We had a wonderful time doing the Seoul Street Food Tour with Julian this past weekend. He showed us lots of great spots to try both in Namdaemun and on the way to Insa-dong. Julian also showed us some palaces, temples and museums in the area. It was a great day and we learned a lot about Seoul. We highly recommend the tour and picking Julian as a tour guide!
8. Private DMZ Peace Tour : N.Korea 3rd Invasion Tunnel and Suspension Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 35 reviews
1. Private DMZ Tour :Visit Essential must-visit place of DMZ including 3rd invasion Tunnel with professional tour guide! 2. No Shopping! We care customers' satisfaction and their valuable time! 3. Visit Mt.Gamaksan Suspension Bridge and enjoy the full view at the top. (15 ~20 min walking to the up)
Inclusions: Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Professional Driving Tour Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Anything not mentioned in details, Lunch
Reviewed By Kuri_B0
The staff was very friendly and helpful despite having a huge group. There was no problem or difficulties in our part. We were given some free time to roam around different areas on our own, which was nice. Recommend to anyone who wants to comfortably travel around Korea!
9. Seoul Highlights & Hidden Gems Tours by Locals: 100% Private & Personalised 4hrs
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4.8 based on 24 reviews
Discover Seoul as you would if you were visiting a friend who lived there! A like-minded local will create an experience that’s customised for you, whether it’s ticking the most famous attractions off your bucket list, discovering local neighbourhoods and hidden gems or a little bit of both. See Seoul’s highlights, get tips and orientation to the city and immerse yourself in the unique culture. Ditch the guidebook and see Seoul like a local!
Inclusions: Private and personalised 3, 4, 6 or 8 hour meet-up, Working together to build the perfect itinerary for you, A Local Host to show you around, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Any tickets into attractions/venues, Gratuities, Public/private transportation during the meet-up
Reviewed By SNKAUS
This was our first trip to Seoul, Yujin our guide made us feel like locals. She showed us sights and experiences we will never forget. The fish restaurant she took us to was the highlight of our tour.
10. Private DMZ tour from Seoul
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
Hassle-free as based in private group, you don't need to arrive a designated place and catch meeting time as joining seat in coach tour, easy start and finish at your hotel. See North Korea through the border and get into 3rd tunnel which found in 1970th to prepare attacking South Korea. Learn about Korean war and feel the tension between south and north Korea. Through our tour guide, you will get known what happened in the past decades in Korean peninsula, and how difference between the fast growing country - South Korea and the most mysterious country-North Korea nowadays.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver guide , Pick up and drop off at hotel , Admission fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity
Reviewed By Dbtravel20
We were so lucky to get the best tour guide, Song, who was so knowledgeable, flexible and nice! We saw the palace and some local markets, and made it back to the airport in perfect timing. An incredible day in Seoul!
