Day Trip in Ganghwado with Unesco heritage+DMZ border
Ganghwado is an island belong to Incheon Metro, has bunch of historical heritages, and the nearest border where can see the North Korea territoty across the Military Demarcation Line(MDL) over the west sea, just 2km away from the Observatory to the land of N. Korea. The Dolmen site is an Unesco heritage listed in 2000, it will be a very unique experience for you to see the stone tombs which made in bronze era, 3-5000 years ago. The Hanok Anglican Church is another attraction for tourist.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At you hotel (in Seoul)
- Hotel lobby
Meeting
Hotel pick up and move to Ganghwado Peace Observatory nearby the border.
At the Peace Observatory
After passing the security gate run by S. Korea Marine Corps, we reach to the Ganghwado Peace Observatory where is the nearest point we can face to N. Korea. There is a N. Korea territory just 2km away beyond the West sea, and visitors can see N. Koreans working at the rice field, fishing, and even soldiers through telescope on the roof top. Sometimes we can hear the propaganda sound from the North...
at the Dolmen site
Back to 5000 years prehistory, Very unique scenery you have never expected, it is not the StoneHenge in UK, only in Korea peninsula. This Unesco world cultural heritage dolmen site in Korea consist of 3 places like Ganghwa, Gochang, and Hwasun. It is time for us to imagine how prehistorian built its tombs and why ?
Lunch here
Lunch with local foods
at Anglican church, Yongheunggung.
Hanok, traditional Korean house. And Ganghwado Hanok church is only one Anglican church built by Anglicans in 1900. Two design concepts by western Vasilica and Korean Hanok are combined into one, it is on the top of small hill like sailing ahead the west sea. Learn about the Hanok architecture and how well they are coupled and harmonized by two different design.Then move down to the Yongheunggung to see the details of the Hanok.
Return to hotel in Seoul
By completion of this tour, back to hotel.
End of the tour
Ending Point
At you hotel (in Seoul)
Want to personalize this tour?
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
1. Guide fee
2. Free Car transportation (Hyundai Staria Van with 9 seats)
3. Free Photos by smartphone
4. Free WiFi service on a Van
5. entrance fees except for Luge if use.
1. Meals and drinks
2. Travel insurance
3. Personal expense if required
4. Mandatory manner tips
Tour Important Information
1. Handicap, chronical desease person for this tour may have difficulties as there are many stairs.
2. I can cover upto 7 guests with my mini-Van
3. The itinerary is a standard one for everyone, so it can be customized for you upon request.
4. All schedule is subject to change without prior notices upon local situations.
5. Tickets for Observatory is 3$ a person.
6. if time is available, then stop by the Joyangbangjik cafe.
7. Visitors should have its ID or passport to be inspected by the soldiers on the spot.
If it is rainy day, then we have other indoor activity like museum tour etc upon agreementg by clients.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Hans K.
Hello Everyone,
My name is Hans, I've been living in Seoul Korea over 40 years and working as an officially certified English speaking tour & trekking guide since 2015.
I have various experiences in city tours including history, culture, religion, foods and so on,
and I met lots of tourists with Private and Group from the world, and understand of what they
want to see and do. As a result, I can bring tourist to those major tourist spots and believe
you will be satisfied with my tours, and back to home with forgettable memories after the time with me.
My tour coverages are Seoul City tour with DMZ, Unesco world heritages, National park trekking, country side cycling tour, and nationwide multiple days tour with my van.
Just let me know of what to do, what to see, what to eat and so on, then I will create a best itineraries for you. thanks.
Reviews
Harmony S.
“Wonderful!”
Hans was amazing! We hooked last minute and worked some magic to get us on a tour. Wonderful communication and made the entire day so easy! His van is super comfortable and he even took pictures of our family for us. Would love to go on more tours in Korea with him!
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Hans K.
Thanks a lot for your messages and happy to hear that you enjoyed the short tour with me, It was my pleasure and honor to meet and host you and lovely family. Good luck and keep in touch for future opportunity..
Lee eng L.
“Awesome Learning Journey to Cheorwon DMZ”
My friend and I had a really meaningful and unforgettable trip to the DMZ in Cheorwon with our guide, Mr Hans K. He was knowledgeable, sincere, patient and adaptable. He was punctual and communicated very well. He tailored the tour to our requests and interests, making it a truly memorable experience. Kudos to Mr Hans K for his dedication to his craft.
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Hans K.
Hi Lee Eng, it was my pleasure to guide you and your friend, and happy to hear that you have enjoyed the tour..Also appreciated for your cooperation during the time. Thanks a lot.
Alexander R.
“Amazing Suwon, Wonju, and Catholic sites tour with Hans”
I had a wonderful 2 days tour with Hans exploring various sites in Suwon, Wonju and many historical churches there. I am impressed by his flexibility in accommodating many of my requests and his wealth of knowledge about all Korean tour sites, plus his ability to explain the subject in a way that it is understandable for everyone. I have certainly learned a lot from his 2-day tour and will definitely use his service again in future.
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Hans K.
Thanks for your great review on my tour,, it was my pleasure to guide such an intelligent client like you.. Hope we can see again and if you need anythings on Korea and my tour, just let me know.. I will definitely help you.. Good luck and god blessed you.
$490/ per group
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