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Seoul Private Tour - Gyeongbokgung - Geunjeonjeon & Inwang mt.
Gyeongbokgung - Geunjeonjeon & Inwang mt.
Seoul Private Tour - Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gyeonghoeru
Gyeongbokgung Palace - Gyeonghoeru
Seoul Private Tour - National Folk Museum
National Folk Museum
Seoul Private Tour - Bukchon traditional village
Bukchon traditional village
Seoul Private Tour - Bukchon
Bukchon
Seoul Private Tour - Gwangjang market food stand
Gwangjang market food stand
Seoul Private Tour - Raw Octopus and beef slice
Raw Octopus and beef slice
Seoul Private Tour - Folk Museum
Folk Museum

Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon Village, Gwangjang market, Folk Museum

Art, Culture, & Historical
Seoul Tour Guide - Paul K.

Joined 2023

Paul K.
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
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Tour of 6 hours to explore essence and highlight of traditional Korean culture from best of best palace, traditional Korean house village, traditional Korean food. Tour features Gyeongbokgung - main palace of Joseon Dynasty & the most beautiful place and architecture in Korea, Bukchon Hanok Village, Gwangjang market. Guide share information of Korean culture that help guest fully enjoy and appreciate the authentic beauty and value of traditional Korean culture as well as palace architecture.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Gwanghwamun Square

- In front of admiral Lee Sun Sin statue

09:30 AM

Context about culture and history of Joseon Dynasty

Sharing of cultural context about history, culture and Confucianism, that Gyeongbokgung reflects.

11:30 AM

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Tour to Gyeongbokgung Palace.


12:10 AM

National Folk Museum

Tour to National Folk Museum.

12:50 PM

Bukchon Hanok Village

Tour to Bukchong Hanok Village.

01:20 PM

Arrival at Gwangjang market by bus

Transportation is one of best tour to experience local culture and people.

02:00 PM

Gwangjang market

Guest experience marinated beef slice, live octopus, mung bean pancake and Ttokbokgi, glass noodles, etc

03:00 PM

End of tour

Moving to Insadong and visit Jogyesa Buddhist temple

Tour ends at Insadong street

Ending Point

Insadong street

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

guide fee

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What‘s not included

meal

drink

transportation cost

* Entrance fee for palace is 3,000Kor.Won. Ticket can be bought at palace.

Tour Important Information

Our tour to explore Korea’s unique cultural identity and beauty!


Center of tour is architecture. Architectural style represents spirit of times. We can see as much as we know. For example, without knowledge about Christianity, the spirit of medieval Europe, we cannot fully appreciate beauty and value of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.


Confucianism is the spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Confucianism is Korea's cultural identity, that is reflected on palaces and traditional architecture.


I am the only Confucian culture tour curator and docent guide in Korea who introduces Korean traditional Confucian culture. Tour and information based on Korea's unique Confucian culture will help you discover joy and wonder of unique Korean culture.


Gyeongbokgung is 1st must-see architectures in Korea, because Gyeongbokgung represents Korea's cultural identity, and Gyeongbokgung is the most beautiful place in Korea. Gyeongbokgung is 1st palace of Joseon, built as main palace in 1395, and it is largest palace and the only palace built on flat land and according to traditional palace architecture.


National Folk Museum of Gyeongbokgung shows the inside life of people, living customs & activities and major ceremonies & conventions for general people of Joseon Dynasty. Bukchon and Folk Museum is one pair to appreciate folk culture of Joseon Dynasty.


Bukchon Hanok Village is a Korean traditional village in Seoul with a long history. Bukchon Hanok Village is unique and attractive destination that shows traditional landscape in the middle of highly urbanized metropolitan environment.


Gwangjang market is the oldest traditional Korean market, where we can experience traditional Korean food at food stands, such as marinated beef slice, live octopus, mung bean pancake and Ttokbokgi, glass noodles, etc.


Insadong is attractive touristy with the mixture of traditional and modern atmosphere, traditional tea house & restaurant, etc.

Important message from the supplier

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My primary tourist destination is Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National Museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour.

Cancellation Policy

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Seoul Tour Guide - Paul K.

Joined 2023

Paul K.
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Paul K.

Hello everyone, I am Paul, a English tour guide in Seoul. I am proven & professional tour docent with hosting of over 200 tours for international tourists and with state license as a guide.


Seoul is a fascinating destination that seamlessly blends the traditional with the modern.


Our tour to explore Korea’s unique cultural identity and beauty!


Center of tour is architecture. Architectural style represents spirit of times. We can see as much as we know. For example, without knowledge about Christianity, the spirit of medieval Europe, we cannot fully appreciate beauty and value of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.


Confucianism is the spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Confucianism is Korea's cultural identity, that is reflected on palaces and traditional architecture.


I am the only Confucian culture tour curator and docent guide in Korea who introduces Korean traditional Confucian culture. Tour and information based on Korea's unique Confucian culture will help you discover joy and wonder of unique Korean culture.


My primary tourist destinations are focusing on Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour in neighboring cities.


Alongside, I am specialist for hiking to Bukhansan Mt. and Inwangsan Mt. that are located in downtown Seoul, where you can enjoy beautiful natural sceneries and stunning view of Seoul.


With my hands-on experiences and deep knowledge of Korea's culture & history, you can discover true discoveries in Korea.

Thank you for your interest!

As your guide, I hope to see you soon in Seoul!

Reviews

Two day tour with Paul

My family did a two day tour in Seoul with Paul. He is a good fit for those who are looking for (1) historical knowledge and explanations (2) fast walking and (3) someone who will definitely try to visit all sites on the agenda. He is a history specialist and has knowledge of Confucian writings. He has fixed recommendations for the tours, and I suggest being prepared to follow his agenda rather than flexing as things arise. We were able to communicate in English without any problems. Paul was prompt and reliable meeting us at our hotel. He is great at knowing the best photo spots, and he took great pictures of our family during the trip. He’s a very kind hearted, trustworthy, and well-intentioned tour guide with a lot of passion for others to learn about the history and culture of Korea. Our tours with Paul were very memorable! Thanks Paul!

Sandra H.

Paul K.

Customer's good review always is great reward for my commitment to tour.

Helaas niet door gegaan

Vanwege plotselinge ziekte van ons kon de tour met Paul niet doorgaan. Jammer. We hadden ons er écht op verheugd. Paul heeft ons in de aanloop van de excursie steeds prima op de hoogte gehouden en geïnformeerd hoe we het beste kunnen reizen. Weet zeker dat onze excursie met Paul top zou zijn geweest, maar helaas: we waren er té ziek voor.

Stan V.

Paul K.

Dear Stan, I much appreciate your review with 5 star rating, though you did not tour. Anyway it is written in Dutch. Again, I am so sorry that you got sick in S.Korea and lost your tour. Hope you recover your health and enjoy your whole tour. Paul

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