SOUTH KOREA
The ones worth your time.
The 10 most popular guided tours in South Korea. What each one includes, who runs it, and what it costs.
DMZ tour from Seoul with tunnels, observatories, and a rare North Korea view. Pick Dora, Aegibong, or the 2nd tunnel route.
“The whole DMZ tour was amazing. Our guide Stella was full of energy and very passionate sharing about Korea history and culture. The tour was well paced and informative, definitely worth it.”
Guided Busan-to-Gyeongju day trip covering UNESCO Silla sites, palaces by Wolji Pond, tombs, and hanok villages with English guide.
Guided day trip from Busan to Gyeongju’s UNESCO Silla sites, with Bulguksa, royal tombs, street life, and optional night views at Wolji Pond.
A private, flexible full-day Busan tour with a licensed English or Chinese guide, door-to-door pickup, and a chauffeured car for your stops.
“Our guide Jino was the best we’ve ever had. So kind, knowledgeable, accommodating and patient. Great driver too.”
Two hours at Seoul’s Gwangjang Market with a local guide. Try up to 10 dishes, enjoy drinks, and play Korean drinking games.
DMZ guided day trip from Seoul with Dora Observatory and tunnels, plus optional gondola or suspension bridge. Clear-day views of North Korea.
“Amazing but there was fog the day we went. Try to find a clear day for best expérience. Bring a bit food, you may have lunch at theend of the day.”
See Changgyeonggung and Jogyesa at night, then eat your way through Gwangjang Market with Makgeolli, Jeon, and optional live octopus.
“Loved it, the lady was so sweeet and nice. Love the history”
Guided UNESCO-day trip from Busan to Gyeongju with two routes, entrance fees included on key stops, and a choice of temples, villages, or museums.
“This UNESCO tour was absolutely beautiful. Our tour guides Tomy and Lan were friendly, helpful, and very informative. We got to see the rich cultural history of Busan region. We got to eat lunch at a traditional Korean restaurant, which was authentic and delicious. This tour is a must see and my family and I…”
Small-group Seoul food and market tour with 8+ tastings, lunch, and palace-area sights, ending at an Insa-dong tea house.
“Really recommend this! A great way to get to know the city and Korean culture a bit more through all of their unique dishes. Had an incredible guide as well who went above and beyond to make us all feel welcome.”
Private Busan tour with local guide and hotel pickup in an AC van. Haeundae, coastal temples, markets, Gamcheon, and Cloud Bridge.
“Dylan was an excellent guide. He personalized the tour to our interests. We enjoyed spending the day seeing the sights of Busan and learning about Korean culture from him. His English was excellent. We would highly recommend Dylan and this tour if you are going to be in Busan.”
