Joined 2025
Kwan J.
Available Areas
Incheon, Gyeonggi, Seoul (Living)
Languages
English, Korean (Native)
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Kwan J.
Hello, and welcome to Korea!
My name is Kwan, and I have been an authorized tour guide with the Korean Tourism Organization (KTO) since 2019. My tour programs are designed to provide you with authentic and meaningful experiences of Korea, focusing on its rich culture, history, and traditions rather than fleeting trends. If you're looking for a leisurely and relaxed itinerary filled with captivating stories about our heritage and people, I am the guide for you!
Additionally, I bring over 13 years of experience delivering exceptional service to VIP clients during my tenure at Cartier, the world-renowned jewelry brand. With this background, I ensure that your journey will be marked by an unparalleled level of care and attention.
Important
Basically available all days! However, as I have multiple job, please let me know in advance and I can flexibly schedule it!
Also, let me know your preferences! I will help you customize your own itinerary!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Private DMZ tour
Private DMZ tour
K-Food Trip Version 1: Black-bean noodle & Marinated blue-crab in Incheon
K-Food Trip Version 1: Black-bean noodle & Marinated blue-crab in Incheon
K Food Trip Version 2: Namdaemun & Hanyang Fortress Walk - A journey Through Time and Flavor
K Food Trip Version 2: Namdaemun & Hanyang Fortress Walk - A journey Through Time and Flavor
Heritage and Flavors of Andong
Heritage and Flavors of Andong
East Coast Bliss: Discover the Calm of Gangneung
East Coast Bliss: Discover the Calm of Gangneung
Reviews
Courtney M.
“Amazing Tour”
Kwan is the man! My son and I spent the afternoon with him. He knows the history very well - speaks excellent English and just delightful to be around. Don't pass this man up!
Kwan J.
Thank you so much for your kind review, Chris and Jake! It was truly a pleasure guiding you on the DMZ tour. Your genuine interest in Korean history inspired me to share everything I could with full passion and dedication. I really appreciated our meaningful conversations and the energy you brought to the experience. And what an awesome surprise to learn that all three of us graduated from the same college—Go Terps! That unexpected connection made our time together even more special. Hope your journey home was smooth, and may your curiosity continue leading you to fascinating places, near and far!
Erik Z.
“Amazing tour with an amazing guide”
Spent a lovely day with Kwan visiting the DMZ. His car was a beautiful new Kia SUV which was very comfortable. Kwans knowledge of the DMZ was impressive and I learned a great deal. Kwan is both very personable and very fluent in English which made the day all the much better. I highly recommend if you are looking for an elevated experience.
Kwan J.
It was truly my great pleasure as well, Erik. I especially enjoyed our conversations—sharing what I like to call “old man's ideas,” since we’re both in our late 50s and seemed to have so much in common. Those small moments of connection made the day even more memorable. Wishing you continued meaningful adventures ahead, Warm regards, Kwan
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