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Evening Tour to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress UNESCO Site

1. Evening Tour to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress UNESCO Site

Explore a piece of Korean history in a unique light on this night tour of the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. Discover one of the most well-known and loved UNESCO sites in Korea. Depart from Seoul and head to Suwon, the only completely walled city in South Korea. We will visit Hwaseong Haenggung palace in summer season. 'Haenggung' stands for a temporary place where royal families stayed. Suwon Haenggung palace is the biggest of those. Enjoy the night views of this palace and take some great pictures.  Marvel at the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress which was designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Designed by the most inspiring ancient architect named Jeong Yak-Yong, the fortress is a fusion of science and industry and incorporates Chinese ingenuity into its plans. The whole fortress is beautifully lit up at night.  Learn about the Joseon dynasty's history including the fact that Suwon could've been the new capital of ancient Korea and that the king built the fortress to be closer with his dead father.

Seoul: Half/Full-Day Private Car Charter Tour

2. Seoul: Half/Full-Day Private Car Charter Tour

Discover the Seoul or Gangwon-do areas with a full or half-day private charter tour. Plan your tour that caters to your interests and travel at your own pace. Book an optional guide to accompany you throughout the day. Book a private charter with an optional guide and see the best of Seoul or Gangwon-do. Create a more focused and personal tour experience tailored to your interests. Whether you're looking to learn more about K-pop, history, culture, or food, this experience can be designed to meet your needs. Possible locations to visit in each area: Seoul City Gyeongbokgung Palace, Myeongdong, Dongdaemun, Cheonggyecheon, N Seoul Tower, Gangnam, Lotte World, Bukchon Hanok Village, Yeouido, Hangang Park, Hongdae, Ewha Woman's University, Sinchon, and other locations in Seoul city. Seoul Suburbs Incheon City, Woongjin Playdoci, Everland, Seoul Park, one mount, Swiss Village, Korean Folk Village, Paju Outlets, Panmunjom, The Garden of Morning Calm, Little French Village, Nami Island, Chuncheon City, Gangchon Rail Bike, Herb Garden, Heyri Art Village, and other locations around Seoul. Gangwon-do Alpaca World, Seoraksan National Park, Sokcho City, Nami Island, Chuncheon City, Gangchon Rail Bike, Daegwallyeong sheep ranch, Pyeong Chang, Yongpyong, Phoenix Park, Alpensia Resort, HIGH ONE Resort, Donghae City, and other places in Gangwon-do.

From Seoul: Jinhae or Best daily spots Cherry Blossom Tour

3. From Seoul: Jinhae or Best daily spots Cherry Blossom Tour

Welcome to the enchanting cherry blossom season in South Korea. Discover the best of this magical season with two options: the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival, the most beautiful spot in Korea with an array of cultural and military performances, or join our guided tour to explore Seoul City's top three cherry blossom locations of the day. At Jinhae Gunhangje tour option, see the whole city filled with pink cherry blossoms and enjoy various events such as traditional performances and local markets. With this tour, you won't miss a single highlight. The best spots tour takes you to the best spots for cherry blossom viewing, including Children's Grand Park, Seoul Forest, Yeouido, and many more locations across Seoul/Gyeonggi, Gangwon, and Chungcheong. Our tour considers the best spots according to weather and crowd conditions, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience. In springtime, love is in the air, and cherry blossom trees come to life with pink petals. It's the perfect time for picnics with friends, family, and loved ones under the trees. Capture the perfect shot and make unforgettable memories. Join us and celebrate the beauty of spring in South Korea. Our tours are designed to make your experience unforgettable. Don't miss out on this magical season. Full locations that could be included for best 2-3 spots tour:Seoul/Gyeonggi: Children's Grand Park, Tukseom, Seoul Forest, Yeouido, Yangjaecheon, Samcheong Park & Waryong Park, Bugak Skyway, Palgakjeong Pavilion, Dream Forest, Lets Run Park Seoul, Kyung Hee University, Gyeonggi-do Office, Uiwang City Hall, Wangsong-josuji, Jayu Park, Namhansanseong, Gwanggyo Lake Park, Wolmi Traditional Park, Ilsan Lake Park, Goryeosan, Incheon Grand Park, etcGangwon: Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Ojukheon House, Gangneung Namsan Park, Chuncheon MBC, Gongjicheon Amusement Park,etcChungcheong: Daejeon KAIST, Chungnam National University, Yurim Park, Bank of Korea Museum, etc

Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Half-day Tour

4. Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Half-day Tour

Visit the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress on this guided tour, and admire a premier example of unique Korean architecture of the 18th century. Learn about the scientific, architectural and artistic aspects of Korea at that time. The fortress has become an icon of traditional Korean culture, and has become a popular tourist attraction. Built during the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Suwan Hwaseong is widely considered among the region’s most impressive fortresses. And visit Hwaseong Haenggung Palace. The palace is located outside of Seoul, and was the king’s residence when he traveled, during times of war and when he visited the tombs. At the end of the tour you’ll return to Seoul and be dropped off in the Myeongdong area. [Half day tour] • Pick-up from hotel • Suwon Hwaseong Fortress • Hwaseong Haenggung Palace • Drop-off in Myeongdong area

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Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 44 reviews

Friendly and helpful guide. Everything went smoothly according to plan. It’s so much more convenient especially if you are planning to do some shopping as you can leave your purchased items in the car and hop on and off at the various places you want to go without the hassle of carrying all your shopping bags around.

The company reached out to me in advance to clarify and remind me about the specifics of our tour. the driver was very prompt, courteous and helpful. the vehicle was clean. will definitely use them again in the future.

Very Friendly and helpful guide. She explained and provided a lot of information on the history. Spent a really enjoyable moment!

Very well coordinated and individualized tour with a friendly guide without any communication problems.

a wonderful tour with a very nice and knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend taking it.