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Overview
Visit two of Seoul's UNESCO World Heritage sites—Jongmyo Shrine and the Changdeokgung Palace Complex—on this half-day tour. Learn from a guide about Korea's cultural heritage, starting with a tour of Bukchon Hanok Village, which features traditional homes dating back to the Joseon Dynasty of the 14th century. Finish your tour with drop-off in Myeongdong.
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Ratings & Reviews
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Benedict_L, Nov 2024
Our guide Leo was very friendly and informative. During the tour, there was an issue with restricted access to Bukchon Hanok Village, but he rearrange the timing and managed to sort it out. Unfortunate that parts of the Palace and Shrine were under renovation.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for such a good review. We are happy that you had an impressed time with our tour. We will do our best for all the time. Thank you again for your recommendation and sweet review.
Really good until the last stop
Kimberly_E, Oct 2024
Dragon was an excellent host and guide. The tour was quite enjoyable up until the hard sell room at the ginseng center. If that were removed, this would be a 5-star tour.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
We feel sorry that you couldn't enjoy the ginseng museum. We know, it's hard to satisfy all the customers and trying to do our best. Your input is important to us, and we’re committed to making any necessary improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you even better in the future.
UNESCO history and culture without crowds
Tom_O, Aug 2024
Great way to understand the history and culture of Korea, without the clouds. Beautiful and quiet tree filled areas, with well maintained restored buildings. Our guide explained the history of each site in colorful detail. We went on a Sunday morning. We had lunch at a Michelin Guide dumplings restaurant at the end. Not included in the tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for leaving a review for the tour. We’re pleased to hear about your positive experience with us once again. Your continued support means a great deal to us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you even better in the future.
Splendid palace
503murielc, Dec 2023
Magnificent, you must visit at the time of the changing of the guard and if you wish, rent traditional clothes. Be careful to take a day to visit the entire palace and garden
Itinerary
Bukchon Traditional Culture Center
Bukchon as known as "the street museum in the urban core," this Hanok Village dates back to the 14th Century. Enjoy traditional house of Korea.
Namsangol Hanok Village on Sunday instead
40 minutesAdmission IncludedJongmyo Shrine
Jongmyo Shrine is where the ancestral tablets of the kings and queens of the joseon Dynasty are enshrined. The Jongmyo Memorial Service has been held since the establishment of the Dynasty 600years ago commemorating the monarchs of the Dynasty.
**As Jongmyo Royal Shrine is closed on Tuesday, you will visit Insadong Antique shop alley instead.
40 minutesAdmission IncludedChangdeokgung Palace
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405. It was the principal palace for many kings of the Joseon Dynasty, and is the most well-preserved of the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. The palace grounds are comprised of a public palace area, a royal family residence building, and the rear garden. Known as a place of rest for the kings, the rear garden boasts a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old, a small pond and a pavilion.
**As Changdeokgung Palace is closed on Monday, you will visit Gyeongbokgung Palace on Monday.
1 hourAdmission IncludedCheongha Korea Ginseng Museum
you will visit Cheongha Korea Ginseng. Ginseng is first mentioned in “Ji Jiu Zhang” during Han dynasty of China as herb used widely in the orient for so many diseases and ailments. It is a plant which had been regarded as a panacea, a cure all. In the studies, Korean ginseng shows best performances in adaptogenic properties.
30 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
- Hotel Drop off (Dismissed at Myeong-dong area)
- Meals or drinks
- Hotel Pickup
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hotel pickup is only available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is behind alleys, our English guide will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station.
- This tour does not stop at any shopping centers
Guide Languages
English
Japanese
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.