Korean Folk Village & Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO Heritage]
Joined 2021
Do you want to take a time machine and go back 300 years ago?
A tour to discover Korean history through time travel to the past.
And on the way back to Seoul, you can enjoy the beautiful Han River.
* This itinerary is subject to change at the request of the client.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Meeting
At hotel lobby
Korean Folk Village
At Korean Folk Village, visitors are taken back into the past, to the days of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). One of the first open-air museums in the country, Korean Folk Village lets visitors experience not only the architecture of traditional Korea but also the traditions of times gone by.
Lunch
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]
Hwaseong is a piled-stone and brick fortress of the Joseon Dynasty that surrounds the center of Suwon City near Seoul. It was built in the late 18th century by King Jeongjo for defensive purposes, to form a new political basis, and to house the remains of his father, Crown Prince Jangheon. The massive walls of the fortress, which are 5.74 km in length, enclose an area of 130 ha and follow the topography of the land.
Sebitseom Island
Sebitseom is a cultural complex built to be a landmark on the Han River in the heart of downtown Seoul, a place where you can enjoy special cultural contents at the water’s edge. It is the world’s first floating structure with buildings that can float on water.
Back to the hotel
Ending Point
At your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Guide fee
- Free transportation (private car), fuel, toll, parking
- Free Photo Service
- Meals, Drinks
- All Admission Fees
- Personal Expense
- Travel Insurance
Tour Important Information
This tour includes a comfortable car ride.
Regarding the number of passengers, it can accommodate up to 7 people without luggage, but it will be very cramped.
Important message from the supplier
Please feel free to contact me for any arrangement.
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
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Thomas K.
I am Thomas, a licensed tour guide in Seoul, Korea since 2016.
I am optimistic, easy-going and open-minded.
Before being a tour guide, I had worked at a major company as a personnel manager for almost 30 years.
I learned how to get along with people through my job experience.
Now, as a tour guide, If you let me know what you are interested in, for example, places to visit, activities to do, and food to eat. I will do my best to make everything you imagine come true.
I offer the best services; High Quality and Customized tours, Free transportation service and Free photo service.
I also guarantee a comfortable, pleasant, safe and memorable tour.
Enjoy the moment at your own pace and time in Korea, I will capture it as a photo.
Thank you
Reviews
Penny L.
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“DMZ Tour and Paju and suspension bridge”
What a fantastic day we had with Thomas. It snowed the night before and Thomas collected us early and took us up into the hills where we had a ball taking photos. Did our tour, Thomas has lots of knowledge and we really enjoy listening to him telling us the Korea history. Having Thomas as our guide took away all the hassle of finding our way around and working out what to do. Thank you so much Thomas for a great day. You are well organised and love the hand warmers. You never know we might see you again sometime in the future.
“Seoul city tour”
Had a great day with Thomas who showed us around. He organised a vegetarian lunch for me at a restaurant called the Mapel Tree House. Great food and for the meat eaters. Thomas has lots of knowledge, he was super organised, provided hand warmers which were a life saver in the cold. Thomas went 200% out of his way to make our day fabulous and one we will remember for a long time. Thank you Thomas you were the best guide.
Erica D.
DMZ (DeMilitarized Zone) - Paju + Suspension Bridge Tour
“Great day trip out of Seoul”
My group of 3 enjoyed our last private tour (we did 3 tour days) with Thomas to the DMZ and the Suspension Bridge tour. Definitely a worthwhile tour to see and learn about the tensions that still exist at a shared border. We all thought the tunnel tour at the DMZ was very fun and a unique experience not found elsewhere. Our day was snowy/cold but Thomas came prepared with hand warmers for everyone and always made sure we were comfortable. Thomas was our own personal photographer all 3 days and documented everything. The suspension bridge was a great hike to stretch your legs and take in the beautiful nature that South Korea has to offer. I would highly recommend booking with Thomas for any of his tours. Know you will get a knowledgable guide, personal driver, photographer, and someone who has great recommendations for lunch along with a wonderful personality.
$480/ per group
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