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Pick up and Drop off Hotel Have a chance to get Korea History and Culture experience Enjoy Korean food based on your taste You will trip with licensed guide and have a wonderful time with them The guide will fully support you based on your request.

Explore the highlights of Seoul on a full-day tour with an informative guide. Highlights include Jogyesa Temple, the Blue House, the royal guard changing ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate, and tours of Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in traditional culture at the National Folk Museum, Insadong Antique Street, and at Namdaemun Gate and Namdaemun Market. Includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Eat your way through Seoul's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Bibimbap and Noodle soup. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Shop till you drop in the South Korean capital and sample the flavors the locals love on this 4.5-hour night shopping tour in Seoul. Hit up the fashionable Myeongdong shopping area with a guide, and mingle with the district’s many locals and foreigners. During your tour, indulge yourself in a little retail therapy and browse the rails for the latest trends. Delve into the Dongtaemun district — a part of town that never sleeps — then head to bustling Gwangjang Market to sample the street food for which South Korea is famous.

Nestled around the famous Gyeongbok Royal Palace in Seoul, the Seochon neighborhood is home to buzzing food markets and traditional eateries that Seoul's residents love. On this foodies’ walking tour, step off the tourist trail and follow your guide to hidden hot spots, and savor a delicious BBQ lunch of grilled Korean pork belly served with side dishes. Mingle with Seoulites among the stalls and markets, and enjoy the traditional Korean dessert, Bingsu.

Explore the Culture & Heritage side of Seoul, visiting the beautiful Gangbuk area were most of the traditional tourists sites are located. By the end, you will be an expert on Korean traditional architecture and the history of the Korean people. Book now to get a feel for Koreans lived during the Joseon Dynasty period (1392AD - 1919AD)

Learn how to cook a traditional Korean meal with help from a local during this 3-hour, small-group cooking class in Seoul. Take a short walking tour through the city as you make your way to a nearby market to pick up some ingredients to use in your recipes. Then, head over to a traditional Korean house, and learn to cook Korean dishes. Once you’ve finished in the kitchen, enjoy eating your meal with the company of your group.

Immerse yourself in Korean culture and enjoy an authentic home-cooking experience with a local chef at her home. Enjoy a guided visit to the local market to purchase fresh ingredients, sample tasty street food snacks, and learn about typical herbs and spices. Then, get hands-on as you create a selection of popular Korean dishes and master traditional cooking techniques. Finally sit down to enjoy a ‘Hanjeongsik’ dinner including your homemade dishes, along with additional side dishes and dessert.

The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) lies on the border between North and South Korea, and visiting outside of a guided tour is not allowed. On this tour, explore the DMZ with your guide and gain insight into Korean War history. Take in sites of interest including the 3rd Tunnel and the Dora Observatory in safety, with entrance fees plus pickup and drop-off in central Seoul included.

THIS TOUR IS DIFFERENT THAN OTHER TOURS! I focus on food and drinks. The main focus is drinking at each spot while we eat some outstanding food. I provide 5 hour tours. I will be taking you around the neighborhood that has the best food in Seoul, HANDS DOWN! There are tiny alleys that even Koreans don't know about! I have taken many people around here including my native Korean friends and they will agree that it is the best of the best! I promise you won't be disappointed in this tour. Just make sure to bring a huge appetite since we will be trying a ton of dishes! I do not take you to places that you will be able to find on google or are commercialized. I take you to places you would typically not be able to go to on your own.

Join one of our hosts to eat your way around Seoul, stopping off at the places where locals really eat. Try dishes like kalguksu, a soup made of hand made noodles and anchovy-based broth, garlic bomb chicken stew and mandu (dumplings). Visit a sikdang (local restaurant) or a local Korean barbeque restaurant with no tourist in sight! You might stand out a little, but it's worth it for the food! 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.

Travel to the Korean Demilitarized Zone to see the border that divides North and South Korea on this guided adventure from Seoul. Learn about the troubled history of the country, from the time of the Korean War to modern day. Visit Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the Third Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ Museum. Plus, look across the DMZ into North Korea from the Dora Observatory. Lunch (if option selected), all the necessary entrance fees and a hotel pickup are included.

Visit the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) during your stay in Seoul on this half-day tour. A border zone that separates North Korea and South Korea, the DMZ presents the chance to learn a bit about the history of conflict between the two countries. You can enter one of the tunnels and visit Dora Observatory, where you can look at North Korea through a telescope, depending on the weather.

Make the most of your limited time in Seoul on a 3.5-hour afternoon sightseeing tour to three of the city’s main attractions. The excursion is a great opportunity to get all of your souvenir shopping done and not have to worry about carrying everything on the subway. Travel comfortably by all-inclusive transportation from your hotel to the 15th-century Changdeokgung Palace, Insadong Arts and Crafts Market, and Namdaemun Traditional Market.

This half-day Seoul sightseeing itinerary continues with a tour of the Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Namsangol Hanok Village. Browse for goods along Insadong Street and Namdaemun Market, with views of the beautiful Sungnyemun Gate.

Receive a warm welcome to Seoul on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Seoul to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Seoul City Hall and Namdaemun Market, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Seoul is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Explore Seoraksan National Park at your own pace during a private day trip from Seoul. The ideal choice for outdoor adventurers, this stress-free package gives you the flexibility to customize your itinerary and guarantees the undivided attention of your guide. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take an insider’s look at the South Korean capital on this 8-hour Korean markets and city sightseeing tour in Seoul. Travel through Seoul by coach as your guide sheds light on the city’s culture and history. Take in panoramic views over the urban landscape and surrounding mountains, and enjoy a traditional lunch in Itaewon. Stroll along the banks of the Han River, and explore bustling Noryangjin Fish Market and Gwangjang Market. During your tour, gain insight into South Korea’s traditional medicines during visits to a ginseng and amethyst center.

Start your morning tour of Seoul at Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site built during the Joseon Dynasty and often featured in Korean TV dramas. Learn about its design with your guide, then get a panoramic view of the city from the N Seoul Tower (aka Namsan Tower). Stop at Namdaemun Market and continue shopping with drop-off at Lotte Mart or the City Hall subway station. Hotel pickup is included.

With thousands of years of rich history and a vibrant cultural scene of music and theater, Seoul is a city which certainly packs a punch. On this tour, visit historic attractions including 14th-century Gyeongbok Palace and the Jogyesa temple—with round-trip travel from central Seoul included. Delve into Joseon-era history, then catch a performance of Nanta—the action-packed Korean comedy show capturing hearts across the world.

Discover the historic landmarks and lively markets of Seoul on this full-day tour. Visit the Blue House; watch the Changing of the Guards at Gyeongbokgung Palace; browse the stalls at the Mang-won and Gwangjang markets; and tuck into a delicious Korean-style lunch and dinner. Hotel pickup is included.

Discover all the Busan has to offer in a single day on a private tour from Seoul. Your journey to Busan and back to the capital is seamless and comfortable thanks to round-trip hotel transfer and 2-way KTX bullet train tickets. Upon arrival to the seaside city, head to Busan Tower, Jagalchi Fish Market, Gamcheon Mural Village, and beyond. In addition to Busan's modern attractions, you also visit the cliffside Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

With this tour, you'll see all of these, modern and historical sites all together! In Gwangjang market you can try the most popular Korean foods. Bindaeddeok OR Gimbab is inclusive. The market is also famous for Korean traditional clothes, Hanbok. You will see a lot of Hanbok stores. After the market, we will walk along Cheonggyecheon stream. Koreans love to hang out and relax there to escape from the city life. We will see Heunginjimun (Dongdaemun East gate), treasure N1, one of the 4 main gates into the city in the Joseon dynasty. After the gate, we will walk along Hanyangdoseong (Seoul city wall fortress), also from the dynasty. City view from the fortress is amazing! We will also visit Ihwa Mural Village with lots of street art and wall paintings. The tour ends in Daehakro area, near Hyehwa station (line 4), a major arts and culture street with hundreds of theaters. Let's explore all of these together! :) Check out our Instagram for more info! @honeytrailkorea

The male idol group - BTS, who is famous all over the world, shot their MV in Gangneung. If you are an ARMY (fans of BTS), this tour is suits you well, cause you'll be able to visit the bus stop that has appeared in the BTS "You Never Walk Alone". You can also create unforgettable memories at the shooting place of the TV drama "Goblin". This tour is perfect for healing while fangirl-ing! —————— Itinerary: • 07:30 AM Meet at Hongdae Station Exit. No. 8 • 08:00 AM Meet at Myeongdong Station Exit. No. 4 • 11:00 AM Arrive at Gangneung • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Gyoengpo Lake and Seongyojang (Optional - Bike Tour) • 12:50 PM - 01:50 PM Central Market + Break & Lunch Time • 02:10 PM - 03:10 PM Anmok Beach (Optional: Solbaram Bridge/Aranabi Zip Wire) • 03:30 PM - 03:50 PM Youngjin Beach (TV Drama "Goblin" shooting place) • 04:00 PM - 04:20 PM BTS Bus Stop • 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM Sodol Adeul Rock Park • 05:00 PM Departure to Seoul • 08:00 PM Arrive at Myeongdong > Hongdae

This 9 days tour will take you to beautiful fishing villages, mountain villages, and big cities such as Busan and cities with thousands of years of history. Korea has a perfect combination of mountains and beaches. Historical sites and beautiful scenery can be found not only in the small coastal towns but also in the remote forested mountains. This is a tour around Korea to uncover the many flavors and delicacies that define the very identity of a region, the lifestyle of its people as well as the many ways in which eating habits and cities give shape to one another. Enjoy the adventure of exploration when traversing around South Korea. The tour allows you to enjoy the beauty of nature, energetic trendy big city, peaceful rural areas, mountain range canyon sightseeing train, and tasty Korean local foods. ◆ A great tour for first-time visitors to South Korea who want to get to know a detail history of Korea and Korean foods. ◆ Take a Mountain Range Canyon Train (V-Train)