SOUTH KOREA
The ones worth your time.
The 10 most popular lunch experiences in South Korea. What each one includes, who runs it, and what it costs.
Private full-day Seoul tour with hotel pickup, Royal Guard ceremony, palaces, hanok village, temple, Insadong, lunch, and N Seoul Tower optional.
“Janet was an amazing guide. We hit all of the sites that we wanted to. Janet was great communicating with us before the tour and following up afterwards. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Seoul and having Janet as our guide really made it top notch!”
Private DMZ tour from Seoul with lunch included, Dora Observatory and Third Tunnel, plus a suspension bridge or N Seoul Tower option.
“We had a fantastic day. Chansoo Kim is the best tour guide anyone could ask for. He made sure we were well looked after and well informed about everything. Great way of learning about the history of Korea. He has a great sense of humour and great personality. I would recommend booking this tour 100%”
A private DMZ day with defector guide Jun: hotel pickup, DMZ viewpoints, and North Korean lunch, with small-group access to real stories.
“I’m not sure how to begin this review other than to say it was one of the most meaningful tours we’ve had the privilege to take. Unsure what to think prior to its start we were quickly engaged as Jun told one of the most difficult and inspiring…”
See Busan’s top views, street art, temples, and seafood in one efficient day with hotel pickup, lunch, and a small group.
“Busan is an awesome city but the experience was made exceptional by my guide, Jina. She was amazing! Being a local, she knows all the cool places to take you to really get a feeling for the city. I highly recommend!”
Cheorwon DMZ and 2nd Tunnel day trip from Seoul with licensed guide, bibimbap lunch, monorail, and Hantangang Y-bridge views.
“Thomas was a great Guide and gave us a lot of background information about the Korean War, the DMZ and the tensions between both nations. Unfortunately the Second Tunnel was closed due to landmine clearance, but Thomas made sure that we still got the most out of our trip with the rest of the planned…”
Gyeongju’s UNESCO highlights in one day: Bulguksa, Seokguram, royal tombs, hanok village, and an included lunch with pickup.
“A great tour to hit the spots and learn about some of rich history of Sourh Korea. Jina was a great tour guide and is very knowledgeable of each location. Wear comfy shoes because you do cover a lot of ground and the best way to soak it all in is to walk and embrace…”
A full-day Seoul highlights and gourmet food tour pairing palaces, hanok neighborhoods, temples, and markets with lunch, snacks, and dinner.
“A great day touring the harajuku and shibuya area of tokyo. The tour included a tour Meiji Jingu, yoyogi park and a walk to shibuya crossing A great introduction to this area of Tokyo.”
Private hike in Bukhansan with a 1,000-year temple, Korean lunch, then a traditional jimjilbang spa in Seoul.
“This hiking experience with Jimmy was the highlight of my trip! Not only was I able to see a gorgeous side of Seoul that wasn’t overrun with tourists (truly felt like a local), but the tour guide, Jimmy, was an incredible conversationist, extremely intelligent, well-traveled, answered all of my incessant questions with kindness/understanding and most…”
Private Jeju day with lunch and all admissions included, plus a dedicated vehicle, English/Chinese guide, and UNESCO Seongsan Ilchulbong.
“We had an awesome time and trip with Clara, who was our bubbly guide for our East tour. There were 15 of us in the group but we get along so well and even get to know each other during this trip! Even though the weather was quite…”
Guided Busan temple tour to Beomeosa and Hongbeopsa with temple bibimbap, flower-market time, and free admissions—good value at $63.
“Very positive and interesting experience. Very careful and patient guide.Thanks to the capable and informed guide I was able to learn many interesting things.Everything positive”
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