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Private Car

Nami Island+Rail Bike+Garden of Morning Calm(Greater Seoul)

Car Tour (driving guide)
Seoul Tour Guide - Kevin L.

Joined 2022

Kevin L.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Seoul
English, Korean (Native)
10 hrs 30 mins
Private tour (only you and Kevin L.)
Up to 7 people

If driving out of Seoul for about 1~2 hours, you'll arrive at Nami Island, which resembles a floating leaf on a lake. Renowned as the filming location for "Winter Sonata," it's a place where people, animals, and trees share peace and love. The Rail Bike offers another delightful experience, allowing you to create lasting memories amidst this natural beauty. Garden of Morning Calm, nestled on the lush slopes of the mountain, offers a wonderful setting for a leisurly stroll in harmony with nature.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel (in Seoul)

10:30 AM

Nami Island+Lunch

Nami Island is a half-moon-shaped island that resembles a leaf floating on top of Cheongpyeong Lake. The island takes its name from General Nami, a notable figure from the 15th century during the Joseon Dynasty. Nami island is renowned as a filming location for numerous Korean dramas, with 'Winter Sonata' being one of the most famous, often considered a pioneer of Korean culture. Particularly striking are three tree-lined pathways adorned with magnificent tall trees that create captivating scenic views: the Korean nut pine tree lane, the ginkgo tree lane, and the metasequoia tree lane. Nami Island serves as a haven for rest and relaxation, where humans, animals, and trees coexist in peace, love, and harmony, far removed from the hustle and bustle of crowds and civilization.

02:30 PM

Rail Bike

The Railbike journey from Gimyujeong station to Gangchon station covers an 8.5km one-way course, consisting of 6km of railbiking and a 2.5km ride on a romantic train. The entire trip takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Upon reaching Nanggu village, there is a brief break and a transfer to the Romantic train. During this scenic ride, you'll be treated to breathtaking views along the banks of the Bukhan River (North Han River) and amidst the surrounding mountains.

05:00 PM

Garden of Morning Calm

The 'Garden of Morning Calm' stands as one of Korea's most renowned arboretums, nestled in Gapyeong, Gyeong-gi province, approximately 70 kilometers away from Seoul. The name 'Garden of Morning Calm' draws inspiration from the Indian poet Tagore, who referred to Korea as 'the Land of Morning Calm.' This meticulously tended arboretum encapsulates the natural beauty of Korea, the spirit of its people, and an oriental mystique that wouldn't feel out of place in a fairytale world. Visitors to the arboretum not only find themselves refreshed but also experience a profound sense of tranquility. The Garden of Morning Calm offers more than just visual beauty; it also contributes to your overall health and provides an ideal setting for forest therapy. Bringing children to this arboretum can be particularly beneficial for their emotional development and education. Within the Garden of Morning Calm, you'll discover captivating sub-gardens, such as the 'Millennium Juniper,' a magnificent tree estimated to be around 1,000 years old and emblematic of the Morning Calm. The 'Sunken Garden' represents the essence of the Morning Calm with its vibrant display of flowers, while 'J's Cottage Garden' offers an enchanting English cottage-style retreat. The 'Pond Garden' harmoniously combines Korean tradition with pavilions and Hanok architecture.

07:30 PM

End of tour

Hotel drop off

Ending Point

At your hotel (in Seoul)

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

What‘s included

Guiding fee

Free transportation (11 seater KIA Carnival)

Fuel, toll, parking

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

What‘s not included

Entrance Fees

Lunch

Traveler's Insurance

Tour Important Information

1.The three locations mentioned can be considered commonly visited places, and they can be optionally replaced with different locations based on customer needs. For example, Petite France, Italian village, Elysian Ski Resort (in the case of winter), and so on.

2.The timing and sequence of the visiting locations can be subject to change based on factors such as the day's traffic conditions, weather, etc.

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
Seoul Tour Guide - Kevin L.

Joined 2022

Kevin L.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Kevin L.

I received a license in 2016 from the Korea Tourism Organization as a qualified professional tour guide. I have guided a variety of tours for people and tourists from all over the world and have been doing so for over 9 years.

Before being a tour guide I spent most of my career working in the banking industry for almost 30 years, starting with Korea First Bank which later became a US based Newbridge Capital and UK based Standard Chartered Bank until I retired in 2016.

My experience in the banking industry was very much customer-first and dealing with the public which laid the cornerstone and passion to becoming a tour guide.

After retiring from the bank, I worked as a lecturer for a volunteering organization run by the local public office and taught students about the environment and disabilities.

With various experiences and personal management skills, these challenges have provided a real life, hands on cultural nuances which will promote friendship and expand life experiences between different cultures.

I'm based in Seoul but will be happily arrange the tours to Busan, Gyeongju, Sokcho, Jeonju etc. as a customized tour. Feel free to drop me a request message.

Reviews

Fantastic day, fantastic guide.

Kevin was great. He helpfully communicated with me about the arrangements to visit the DMZ and from the moment Kevin picked us up, his knowledge and experience shone through. He explained the day planned, and the requirements for entering the DMZ. On route to the DMZ, Kevin explained Korea's history and the history of the North and the South. We also visited the suspension bridge which provided a welcome and gentle way to finishe the day. Could not have been happier with Kevin's services and would try to book him again on the next South Korean trip. Five stars.

Gavin B.

Kevin L.

Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed the DMZ tour and found it informative and well-organized. It means a lot to know that the historical context and overall experience met your expectations. It was a pleasure spending the day with you, and I’m happy the day ended on a pleasant note as well. I sincerely appreciate your kind words and would be delighted to see you again on your next trip to Korea. Many thanks, Kind regards, Kevin Lee

DMZ tour and suspension bridge

We enjoyed our tour with Kevin. We liked having a small group of just our group of 6 and Kevin rather than a large bus tour. Kevin was informative and easy to talk to.

Ashlyn M.

Kevin L.

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed the tour, and it was a pleasure spending time with your group. Many thanks, Kind regards, Kevin Lee

Interesting tour!

We were very well attended by Kevin, he was very precise and informative. We could learn many aspects not only of the tour but also of South Korea. Real pleased to have chosen him. As a thought, the Gamaksam bridge visit a must or very impressive, unless you have enough time. You can be back to Seoul 1.5-2 hrs earlier if you skip it Regards

Carlos A.

Kevin L.

Thank you very much for your kind review. I’m really glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and meaningful, not only about the sites we visited but also about South Korea in general. It was a pleasure spending time with you, and I truly appreciate that you chose my tour. Wishing you all the best for the rest of your travels! Kind regards, Kevin Lee

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