Itinerary

1. 8-Hour Seoul Heritage and Culture Tour

   • Meeting Point: Your Hotel – 09:00 AM
     Meet your guide at your hotel or a nearby metro station for pickup and introduction to the tour.

   • Royal Guards Changing Ceremony & Gyeongbokgung Palace – 10:00 AM
     Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the first and main palace of the Joseon Dynasty built in 1394.
     Explore royal heritage and national treasures.
     Witness the vibrant Royal Guards’ Changing Ceremony at 10:00 AM.

   • National Folk Museum of Korea – 11:20 AM
     Explore the museum located next to the palace.
     Learn about Korean life, traditions, and customs from ancient times to the present.

   • Bukchon Hanok Village – 12:30 PM
     Stroll through the preserved village where aristocrats lived during the Joseon Dynasty.
     Admire Hanok (traditional houses) that stand as cultural gems amidst modern Seoul.

   • Lunch Break (Optional) – 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM
     Enjoy authentic Korean cuisine at a local restaurant (meal cost not included).

   • Jogyesa Temple – 02:30 PM
     Visit Seoul’s most important Buddhist temple.
     Discover the spiritual and cultural heart of Korean Buddhism introduced in 372.

   • Insadong Alley – 03:00 PM
     Wander through a historic neighborhood known for art galleries, antique shops, and traditional crafts.
     Learn about its role as a cultural center for scholars and artists during the Joseon Dynasty.

   • Gwangjang Market – 04:00 PM
     Explore one of Korea’s oldest traditional markets, established in 1905.
     Savor street foods prepared with homemade care and enjoy the lively local atmosphere.

   • Ending Point: Hotel or Preferred Location – 05:00 PM
     Return to your hotel or a location of your choice to conclude the tour.