One of the best ways to enjoy the surrounding scenery in Seoul is by going on a Han River Ferry Cruise. After pickup from your Seoul hotel, your evening begins with dinner at a popular local restaurant.
Once you've had your fill, you’ll head to the Han River, where you'll board a ferry for your 1hour river cruise. The cruise follows the river which flows through the city and offers spectacular views of the metropolis and its tourist spots such as the Jeoldusan Park, the 63 City Building, N Seoul Tower, Jamsil's Multi Sports Complex, and so much more.
Next, drive to Mt. Namsan, where the N Seoul Tower is perched. Go up to the observation deck, you’ll have about an hour to take in the 360-degree night views of Seoul and the surrounding area from the 774-foot-high (236-meter) tower, which includes an outdoor terrace. The view is so stunning that many consider N Seoul Tower the best tower in Asia.
As you go back to your hotel, we will drive along the Han Riverside Road to see Seoul from a different view
Immerse yourself in the cultures and traditions of Korea in this half day tour!
Making Kimchi allows the participants to learn Korean history and culture, with the activity itself guided by a professional kimchi maker. After the kimchi-making session, you may taste the kimchi you made and even have it packed up.
Next, we'll try on Hanbok, a traditional Korean dress often characterized by vibrant colors and simple lines without pockets. The term itself means ""Korean clothing,"" but it refers to the hanbok worn during the Joseon period and is worn in traditional festivals and celebrations.
Afterwards, we'll head for a visit at the Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional village composed of alleys and hanok, which is preserved to show a 600-year old urban environment.
We'll also visit the Samcheongdong Road that streches from Gyeongbokgung Palace to Samcheong Tunnel. Past the tunnel is the the Samcheong Park, famous for its thick forest and scenic views.
Our last stop is at Insa-dong Street, an important place located in the heart of the city, where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Within the alleys of this street are galleries, traditional restaurants, tea houses and cafes
After picked up from your Seoul hotel, you're taken to Jongmyo Shrine, one of the most important cultural sites in the country. It was built to hold the ancestral tablets of the kings of the Joseon Dynasty. Jongmyo was registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1995 based on its well-preserved and authentic Confucian architecture.
On the first Sunday of May, Jongmyo hosts a memorial service called Jongmyo Jaerye, a rite lasting around six hours and thought to be the oldest ceremony in the world. No matter when you come, touring the world’s oldest Confucian sanctuary offers insight not only into Korean history, but into Confucianism as well.
Your next stop is Changdeokgung's Rear Garden. It was constructed during the reign of King Taejong and served as a resting place for the royal family members. The garden was kept as natural as possible and was touched by human hands only when absolutely necessary. Enjoy beautiful scenery in the secret garden and experience a resting place for the royal family members.
Lastly, visit Unhyungung Royal Residence, home of young Gojong, who later became Emperor during the Joseon Dynasty. Damaged during the Japanese colonial period and the Korean War, The Unhyungung Royal Residence was renovated in 1990s, and it is a much smaller version of the majestic structure that it used to be.
After sightseeing in Unhyungung, return to your hotel, where your half-day tour ends.
We start at the Digital Pavilion located inside the Digital Media City in Sangam-dong. Discover fascinating IT-related products in its ubiquitous Lifestyle Experience Center. The four-story building, which covers a total area of 9,721 square meters, holds about 40 items on display. The Exploration Hall and the Imagination Hall are popular attractions among children.
We continue to the Seoul World Cup Stadium which is also known as the Sangam Stadium. The stadium was built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup and is shaped like a traditional Korean kite. It is also the second largest stadium in South Korea after the Seoul Olympic Stadium.
Afterwards, we'll head to the Samsung D'light Global Exhibition located within the Samsung Electronics Building in Seocho-dong. The name "D'light" combines the words "digital" and "light" to correlate with the company's vision of being a "guiding light to the digital world." Share the excitement seeing state-of-the-art technology and interacting with the items on display.
The tour continues to the COEX, Convention and Exhibition Center, which is a large-scale business town established in 1988. Located in Samseong-dong of the Gangnam-gu district, it is one of South Korea's largest convention and exhibition centers. The area is part of the COEX complex which includes the COEX Mall, three luxury hotels, the Korean City Air Terminal, a multiplex cinema, the COEX aquarium, and the Seven Luck Casino.
Start the tour by heading to the National Palace Museum of Korea, which opened in 1992. You will see houses over 20,000 royal relics from the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine during the Joseon Dynasty.
Next, we will visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, a royal palace constructed in 1395. It is arguably the most beautiful and remains the grandest of all five palaces. With your guide, marvel at the grandeur of the preserved portions and the restorations. While here, we will head over to the National Folk Museum located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace. Here you can fully immerse yourselves in previous domestic and agricultural lifestyles, and learn about Korea’s cultural beliefs.
After vesting the National Folk Museum, we'll pass by the Samcheongdong-gil Road. The street is lined with cafes, museums, antique shops and a number of famous art galleries. Since each art gallery building along Samcheongdong-gil has its own unique architectural design, taking a walk and appreciating the buildings is a journey in itself.
Continue on to Bukchon Hanok Village, a Korean traditional village with a long history. The traditional village is composed of lots of alleys, and is preserved to show a 600-year-old urban environment. Many of hanoks operate as cultural centers, restaurants and tea houses, providing an opportunity to experience traditional Korean culture.
Your tour concludes with a visit to the Tteok Museum. This unique museum exhibit various types of rice cakes and the different methods used to make these delicacies. Learn about the use of rice cakes in Korean rites of passage, and see displays of the 180 varieties of tteok.
Start your tour of with hotel pickup in Seoul. Your first stop would be the National Museum of Korea, which houses precious cultural assets dating back to the ancient days. It is the largest museum in Korea and preserves invaluable Korean cultural assets that silently tell the story of Korea’s fascinating history, from ancient days to the modern era.
Next, visit Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art. You’ll notice that the building itself is just as fascinating as the art on display, since it is designed by the internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel and Rem Koolhaas.
You will see the traditional Korean calligraphy, paintings, ceramics and metal crafts on the first level. Head up to the second level to browse exhibits of modern and contemporary art by Korean and international artists.
We then continue to the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. You will see classical works of modern art ranging from paintings in Indian Ink to marvelous sculptures. Aside from the exhibitions, the center also hosts musical performances, lectures, workshops and seminars for artists.
At the end of your tour, take a relaxing stroll through the street where traditional and modern Korea combines. The Samcheongdong-gil Road, which stretches from Gyeongbokgung Palace to the Samcheong Tunnel is lined with cafes, museums, antique shops and art galleries.
Start the tour by participating in Taekwondo, a globally recognized sport and Korea's most representative martial art form. Here you'll learn how to defend yourself, while you improve both your physical ability and mental strength.
Afterwards, indulge your taste buds with Samgyetang, a variety of guk Korean soup, which literally means Ginseng Chicken Soup in English. It primarily consists of a whole chicken and Korean ginseng. The soup is usually served in the summer for its supposed nutrients, which replaces those lost through excessive sweating and physical exertion during the hot summers in Korea.
Next, we'll explore Insa-dong Street, an important place located in the heart of the city, where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. Within the alleys of this street are galleries, traditional restaurants, tea houses and cafes.
Experience the South Korean pop-culture! Start the tour by seeing a B-Boy performance in Korea's most well-known government-sponsored event - R16. Since the Expression Crew's win in the prestigious international b-boying battle of the year competition in 2002, the Korean government has capitalized on the popularity of the dance and has promoted it alongside the Korean culture. The R16 event is hosted by Korean Tourism Organization and is supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
Next, we'll proceed to the Hongdae area. The area provides street art festivals and performances, as well as music concerts by independent artists and mainstream entertainers. Many known bands came from this street and started as indie bands.
Afterwards, we'll head to a Holographic Concert by the YG family at Everland. The concerts are on stage 365 days a year at the theme park, and is said to be more realistic than the actual concert.
Your tour of Seoul begins with hotel pickup and then you will head to N Seoul Tower, which sits atop Namsan Mountain. The letter ""N"" stands for the tower's ""new look"" since it was remodeled in December of 2005.
Ride the elevator up to the observation deck, a major attraction that opened to the public in 1980. You’ll have about an hour to take in the 360-degree views of Seoul and the surrounding area from the 774-foot-high (236-meter) tower, which includes an outdoor terrace. The tower, standing at 236.7 meters, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Seoul and its surrounding areas. You can enjoy a budget food court at the ground floor or try Western cuisine at the revolving N Grill Restaurant. Enjoy the evening breeze and the surrounding scenery.
We will then continue to the traditional village of Namsan Hanok where you'll see five restored Korean houses, a pavilion, a pond and a time capsule among others. Take a leisurely stroll around the area and see antique items and furniture.
Next, we will transfer to Insadong Street, located in the heart of the city. There is one main road in Insadong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, traditional teahouses, and cafes.
Your guide will pick you up from your Seoul hotel in the morning. The first place we will visit is Unhyungung Royal Residence which was the home of young Gojong, who later became Emperor during the Joseon Dynasty. The residence, under the orders of Queen Mother Jo was renovated into a grand, palace-like home. The Unhyungung, which means "small palace" is located right in the middle of the business district of Jongno-gu.
We then move to Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) which is a blend of traditional buildings, relics and cutting-edge modern multicultural facilities. Near we will navigate the thousands of shops in the immense Dongdaemun district with help from your guide.
Afterwards, we will visit Ginseng Center. Ginseng is a medicinal herb that has long been used in maintaining physical vitality throughout the far-eastern countries including Korea and China. For your information, Korean Ginseng is the best of its efficacy.
Next stop, Gwangjang Market, which is famous for its abundance of street food. Bindaetteok, Bibimbap and Hotteok are the market's specialties. You will also have special activity in this place.
We will then move on to Seoul Express Bus Terminal. Underground area of the terminal offers a wide variety of stores and businesses (retail & wholesale distributors specializing in clothing, wedding planning, window furnishings, and flowers). This place is also famous for shopping.
Garosugil street is our next stop. The Gingko tree-lined street is a popular, upscale street in Seoul. The street (also known as ‘artists' street’) has an eccentric flair thanks to its variety of charmingly decorated coffee shops, and designer stores.
Our last stop, we will visit Cheongdamdong Galleria Department Store –The Galleria Department Store is well known as the most popular luxury-brand fashion mall in Seoul. Located in the wealthy district of Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam. The Galleria Department Store plays a leading role in today’s fashion industry as it offers a wide variety of high-class brands.
Inside there we will have dinner at Gourmet 494 - a food boutique. It offers carefully selected, eco-friendly products and healthy trends in dietary culture. Food from around the world can be chosen at this food court.
You'll be picked up from your hotel and driven to Samsung Innovation museum. The Museum exhibits the history and the future of such innovations brought by the electronics industry. That is also why it is named Innovation Museum. In three Halls - Era of Inventors, Era of Corporate Innovation, and Era of Creation - Samsung Innovation Museum shows not only the history of the electronics industry but the achievements that Samsung Electronics has made in the IT industry with its leading semi-conductor, display and mobile technologies.
Enjoy chicken for lunch in the street of Chickens in Suwon. You will have Jinmi chicken or Yongsung chicken. These chickens are Korea No.1 Fried Chicken. They are usually seasoned with spices, sugar, and salt, prior to and after being fried.
Next we will visit Everland Resort, the world’s 7th-largest theme park located in the nearby city of Yongin. With your admission ticket, you can choose to enjoy Everland Resort's Everland theme park.
This massive theme park features five themed zones: Global Fair, Zoo-Topia, European Adventure, Magic Land and American Adventure.
At the entrance, you’ll walk through Global Fair for food, photos and souvenirs. Head to Zoo-Topia with the kids for the petting zoo, pony rides, animal shows and glimpses of polar bears, sea lions, elephants, penguins, tigers and primates. Take the Amazon Express raft ride or hop on the caged safari bus for a look at ligers and bears roaming in a contained habitat!
When met by the European Adventure, you’ll be greeted by European architecture, restaurants, a flower garden and the first wooden roller coaster in Korea. The American Adventure will take you back in time with Wild West rides, a rodeo and live bands, and in Magic Land, don’t miss the futuristic flying ride and robot ride!
After hotel pickup, visit the Gyeongdong Market, which is one of the largest herbal medicine and ginseng markets in South Korea. Supplying 70% the nation's herbal medicine ingredients, the market also sells agricultural products and fish. The market also has more than 1,000 related shops and oriental medical clinics in the area.
Your next stop would be at the oldest and largest wholesale market in Korea for marine and agricultural products. The Garak-dong Agricultural Market, which opened in 1985, is located at the Songpa-gu district of Seoul. The market offers independent sections for fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and fish in a large area spanning around 543,450 square metres.
Lastly, explore the vibrant Dongdaemun Market where you'll find an interesting mix of tradition and modernity. The market became the heart of the Korean textile industry in the 1970's and has further developed to become the center of Korea's wholesale and retail fashion industries. The Dongdaemun Shopping and Town Center Complex offers something for everyone. From materials such as burlap, faux furs, linen and silk, to beads and precious stones for making jewellery.
Our first stop is Cheonggyecheon Stream, a haven of natural beauty located within the metropolitan city of Seoul. Before its restoration, it existed only as a neglected watercourse hidden by an overpass. Today, the "Rhythmic Wall Stream" as it is also known, is lined with fine marble and sculptures. The stream is also adorned by Palseokdam (Korea's 8th stone building), Narae and Gwanggyo Bridge, which are among 20 other bridges that cross it.
Next, we'll proceed to the Changdeokgung Palace, the most well preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. As the second royal villa built, the Changdeokgung was the principal palace for many of the Joseon kings.
Our next activity is a hands-on Bulgogi cooking experience. After a demonstration, you will proceed to make the dish yourself. Classes are designed so you may be able to make a full Korean meal in an hour or two, after which you get to enjoy what you've made.
Our last stop is Namsangol Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village that stands between the tall buildings. The village has five restored traditional houses, pavilion, a pond and a time capsule.
After morning pickup from your Seoul hotel, you'll travel to the Korean Folk Village, which showcases buildings and artifacts from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897).
See a wide assortment of residential structures from the straw-thatched cottages of commoners to the 99-room mansions of the noble class, preserving some of the country's rich traditional and cultural heritage. The buildings represent the dwellings of commoners, farmers, and noblemen from across Korea.
You can also get a close look at numerous workshops doing their jobs, demonstrating centuries-old craftsmanship in the art of pottery, blacksmith, bamboo craft, traditional Korean paper manufacturing, wooden craft, glazed pottery, straw craft, willow craft, handheld fans, paper craft, cotton looms, silk looms, straw shoes, smoke pipes, and brassware.
In addition, the village offers farmer's music and dance, acrobatics on a tightrope, and a traditional wedding ceremony on a daily basis. A traditional marketplace offers the exotic flavors of Korean cuisine from different regions. Shops stock a variety of traditional handicrafts and souvenirs. At the swing site you will take a ride on a high traditional swing. Get a fascinating insight into the unique Korean lifestyle of the days gone by.
At the end of your tour, guide will return you to your Seoul hotel.
After morning pickup, you'll travel to your shopping destination, Paju Premium Outlet Shopping Mall. This mall is the biggest outlet shopping mall in Korea. The most luxurious brands are in this shopping mall. Discounts at the outlets range from 25% to 65% and include everything from clothing to jewelry and housewares (such as Le Creuset and Royal Albert).
When you finish shopping, your guide will take you to Skin Anniversary Beauty Town. This impressive complex, which boasts a capacity of 2,000 customers, offers a variety of beauty care services at affordable prices. Course programmes (men, women and children) are all available for all type skin care by skin care specialists.
Drop by an amethyst factory for a look at one of Korea’s most famous gems or a ginseng center for medicinal herbs before your tour ends in Seoul with drop-off at your hotel.