Joined 2021
Thomas K.
Available Areas
North Chungcheong, South Chungcheong, Incheon, Gangwon, Gyeonggi, Seoul (Living), Daejeon
Languages
English, Korean (Native)
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Thomas K.
Hi, I’m Thomas — a licensed tour guide based in Seoul since 2016.
With nearly 30 years of experience as a personnel manager at a major company, I’ve learned how to understand people and provide thoughtful service. Now, as your private tour guide, I’m here to help you discover Korea your way — at your own pace and based on your interests.
Whether you're into history, culture, food, or hidden local gems, I’ll tailor your tour just for you. Simply let me know what you’d like to see, do, or eat, and I’ll take care of the rest.
ㅁ What I offer:
- Fully customized private tours
-Free transportation (van service included)
- Free professional photo service (with high-quality camera)
- Comfortable, safe, and memorable experiences
Let’s make your time in Korea unforgettable — and I’ll be there to capture it through photos you’ll treasure.
Thank you, and I look forward to meeting you!
Important
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or special requests. I’m flexible with tour arrangements and happy to customize the itinerary based on your interests. Let’s plan a comfortable and memorable trip together!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Seoul One-Day Private Tour & Free Photography Service – Capture Your Special Moments!
If it’s your first time in Seoul, this full-day private tour is a great way to fall in love with the city — where old traditions and modern life come together beautifully. As you explore and enjoy the day, I’ll capture your special moments with a high-resolution camera and provide professionally edited photos after the tour. The itinerary is flexible and can be customized to match your interests. Just let me know what you’d like to see or do!
Seoul One-Day Private Tour & Free Photography Service – Capture Your Special Moments!
Private DMZ Tour + Suspension Bridge or Aegibong Starbucks (with Photo Service)
Discover the reality of Korea as the only divided country in the world. On this private tour to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), you’ll visit key sites such as Imjingak, Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and Dora Observatory—where you can view North Korea. After lunch, choose one scenic stop: a suspension bridge or a unique observatory café. Transportation and professional photo service are included to capture this unforgettable day.
Private DMZ Tour + Suspension Bridge or Aegibong Starbucks (with Photo Service)
Private Day Trip from Seoul: Korean Folk Village, Hwaseong Fortress & Suwon Starfield Library
Step into Korea’s past and present on this unforgettable private day tour. You'll explore the rich traditions of the Korean Folk Village, walk the historic walls of Hwaseong Fortress—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and experience modern Korean culture at the stunning Suwon Starfield Library. Along the way, enjoy beautiful scenery and insightful commentary tailored to your interests. Itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to meet your needs.
Private Day Trip from Seoul: Korean Folk Village, Hwaseong Fortress & Suwon Starfield Library
Nami Island, Railbike and Garden of Morning Calm
Nami Island is the place of enjoying a relaxing day in nature and various cultural events, concerts, exhibitions, and more to give children dreams and hopes, couples' love and memories. The Gyeongchun railway, which gave love to someone, memories to someone, farewell to someone and hope to someone… The Garden of Morning Calm has a peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained trails, which is the place to enjoy a leisurely or romantic stroll.
Nami Island, Railbike and Garden of Morning Calm
Reviews
Lynnie C.
“Fabulous and Professional! ”
Our family of 4 had a wonderful day with Thomas. He is knowledgeable, professional, and a joy to be around. He arranged our DMZ visit taking away all the stress, and we had a wonderful day.
Thomas K.
Thank you for enjoying the tour with me today. It was also a truly meaningful time for me to be with your lovely family. I wish your family happiness and success in everything you do.
Annie M.
“Spectacular Tour with Thomas! ”
If I could give more than five stars, I would! Thomas is, without a doubt, an exceptional tour guide. From the moment our day began, he brought an infectious energy, high professionalism, and an incredible depth of knowledge about South Korea’s history, culture, and hidden gems. Every stop on the tour felt thoughtfully chosen and perfectly timed, whether we were exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace to observe the Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, wandering through vibrant Insa-Dong, or enjoying the architecture and gorgeous views in Namsangol Hanok Village, Thomas’s storytelling and anecdotes brought each location to life. He didn’t just recite facts; he easily immersed us in history and brought the significance of each location to life. What truly set Thomas apart, though, was his attention to detail and his genuine care. He went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, engaged, and having the best possible experience, from recommending delicious local food to tailoring parts of the tour to match our interests before the tour and even on the fly. In just one day, I gained such a rich and even deeper appreciation for South Korea’s history. Thomas’s passion and craft shines through in every moment of the tour, even in the fabulous photos he takes throughout the day. If you have the opportunity to tour with Thomas, don’t hesitate! Thomas truly created an experience that will be unforgettable. Thank you, Thomas, for a truly phenomenal day!
Thomas K.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I truly enjoyed guiding you both and loved seeing the warm bond between mother and daughter throughout the day. It was a joy to share Korea’s history, culture, and hidden gems with you, and I’m glad you enjoyed the stories, sights, and photos. I hope these memories bring you joy for years to come, and I look forward to seeing you again in Korea!
Dan L.
“Great Tour!”
Thomas accompanied our family on a very nice tour of Seoul (twice, on different hot summer days). He was punctual and kind, very informative about the city and available to chaperone us using his immaculate and comfortable car. He also recommended great restaurants and provided a lot of background on Korean culture and history. To top it all off, he took very beautiful professional-level pictures of us. We could not recommend him more!
Thomas K.
Thank you so much for your writing such a nice review.! It was a true pleasure showing your family around Seoul. I'm glad you enjoyed the tours, the food, and the photos. I hope you made unforgettable memories in Korea. Wishing you all the best and hope to see you again someday!
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