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Hans K.
Available Areas
Incheon, Gyeonggi, Seoul (Living)
Languages
English, Indonesian, Korean (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
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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.
Tours
Paju DMZ & Peace park tour
Paju is the nearest place where tourists can see the north Korea land crossed the border, drawn on 38th degree of north latitude right after the World War 2. After crossing the Southern Limit Line, we reach to the DMZ where is Dora Observatory and 3rd Infiltration tunnel built by north Korea. Sure you can definitely feel some scary but it is the most peaceful place in the world. Since we completed the DMZ tour run by the Paju city, then move to vicinity like Majang lake or Royal tomb.
Unesco heritage, Suwon Hwaseong fortress, and Folk village
Suwon, located in the southern part of Seoul, is a gateway to the capital city as well as a strategic location. In our history it has played an important role in a military perspective. Due to this geographical issue our ancient dynasty built the fortress, called Hwaseong fortress, and it was also a symbol of filial piety of 22nd King Jeongjo. At folk village, it is time to feel the lifestyle of Joseon dynasty under confucian society, and houses and culture like time machine travel.
Seoul history & city wall trekking
Seoul has been capital city since Joseon dynasty, founded 1392, and surrounded by the Citywall (or called Hanyang dosung) with 19km long, On the wall we can pass some of the main gates and small gates located between main ones, and along the wall trekking, trekkers can be found our past, present and future. It is combo tour mixed by historical things and nature trekking, imgine how come you can hike inside the capital city. It will bring you a new experience.
Day tour in Cheorwon with a Hantan river Unesco Geopark, DMZ
Cheorwon in Gangwondo province is a border city including DMZ where was belong to the North Korea before the Korea war ended in 1953, thus visitors can see some of traces of North Korea like Labor party's office building, and the Hantan river is an Unesco Geopark with Columnar joint on both sides and is Skywalk built on the river, while walking the Skywalk you will feel thrilling and be surprising of the stunning view. In Cheorwon there are other attractions like Dopiansa, battle field.
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.
Mt. Bukhansan national park full course trekking
Mt. Bukhansan national park located in Seoul and Gyeonggido province is one of 22 national parks designated by Korean government, and most famous hiking places for locals and foreigners. Easy to access from downtown and lots of different trails from easy to challenge. On the mount back there are Bukhansanseong fortress built by the Joseon dynasty back in 1711, while trekking we can learn the history, enjoy the breathtaking view and 3 peaks like Baekunbong peak, highest summit in Seoul.
Hans K. South Korea Tour Reviews
“Friendly and Knowledgeable Guide and Excellent Driver!”
We booked a custom DMZ tour with Hans. I was very specific and detailed about the sites we wanted to see, which I recommend. Hans was incredibly kind and accommodating. He picked our group up at 2 different hotels and told us about the history of sites in Seoul as he drove through the city. His English is great, of course. He is very knowledgeable about the history of the city as well as the philosophy, which was wonderful to learn about. As we drove to Paju I was very pleased (and relieved after all of the taxi rides we'd had in Seoul) that he is a fantastic driver, we felt very safe and he drove very smoothly and not too fast or jerky. The van is large and can comfortably accommodate 9 passengers, I believe. Unfortunately one of the main tours we wanted to visit was not available which was very disappointing but he was very understanding about adjusting our tour which I appreciate very much. We continued on the tour and had a nice meal and visited several other sites. He was so kind to our children and very patient with the pace of the tour and stopping for bathroom and snack breaks. It was very hot!! Overall it was a lovely tour and I would definitely recommend Hans as a tour guide. He also does hiking and biking tours, which seems very unique, especially since Korea is quite different than the US when it comes to camping accommodations.
Hans K.
(2 reviews)Thank you so much on your great review and I am happy to hear that you and your kids are enjoyed my tour, I just tried to do small things for your groups as I love all Koreans.. Thanks again.
P k L.
7 days hidden gem tour of Seoul and Vicinity
Customized
“7 days in Seoul and the surrounding areas with a family of 6”
At first we think 7 days might be a little bit long to stay in Seoul and the nearby areas, but Hans suggested an itinerary which turns out to be perfect. All my family members enjoyed the whole period of stay and the touring/hiking/activities. Hans is excellent in guiding us around, and he showed us both good places and good food. Have no reservation to recommend Hans to anyone who is looking for an experienced and attending guide.
Hans K.
(2 reviews)Thank you vey much, it was my honor to guide so lovely family. Even I learned a lot from you and your family members.. hope we can see again in the future and god bless you.