Half-day Tours in South Korea

This afternoon tour is a excellent way to introduce yourself to Korea and Korean history. The first stop is at Changdeok Palace. This 16th century structure is a well preserved national treasure. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, the royal family residence building and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion. Just down the street is Insadong, a district where there is a massive antique market where old but precious and traditional goods are on display and for sale.

Spend a morning in Seoul visiting highlights including Jogyesa Temple, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and the National Folk Museum. You'll also stop for photo ops outside the Presindential Blue House (Cheong Wa Dae) and Gwanghwamun Gate during the changing of the guards. Your 3.5-hour tour includes transportation, entrance fees, guide, and hotel pickup. You will be dropped off at either City Hall or Insadong. 

Modern South Korea can trace its roots back to the 14th-century Joseon era, but amid all the skyscrapers and sleek hotels, the country's ancient history can seem forgotten. On this sightseeing tour, explore Seoul in comfort by air-conditioned minivan and take a step back in time to the days of the Joseon kings. Visit top attractions including Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple with entry fees included, and learn of South Korea's colorful past.

Seoul is a fast-paced city of neon lights and soaring skyscrapers, but behind the scenes there lies a history dating back to the 14th-century Joseon era. On this morning or afternoon tour, visit the Bukchon Hanok Village with your guide, and experience an immersion in traditional Korean culture and history. With entry fees plus pickup and drop-off at your central Seoul hotel included, see how Seoulites lived in the days before the high-rises arrived.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hwaseong Fortress at Suwon on this 4-hour tour with a knowledgeable guide. See the fortress highlights and learn the significance of each directional gate, then take the dragon trolley to Hwaseong Haenggung Palace for a visit. Round-trip transport by coach or minivan is included from centrally located hotels in Seoul, departing in the morning or afternoon.