KOREA · BUKCHON HANOK VILLAGE & INSADONG
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Bukchon is a hillside of tile-roofed houses with families living inside them, which is why the good guides keep their groups small and quiet. Below: which lanes each tour walks, how Insadong and its tea houses fit into the same afternoon, and which carry on into a palace instead of ending at the viewpoint.
Guided Seoul tour featuring Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak views, Korean ginseng shopping, and Gwangjang Market food.
“Grace is an amazing tour guide with a lot of interesting information. The driver did a great job too and would recommend everyone this tour.”
One-day Seoul highlights with Gyeongbokgung, Insadong, and Namsan Tower, with pickup, an English/Chinese guide, and cable car.
“Great tour and Kelly was wonderful and highly recommend this tour - saw everything on my list Kelly gave us plenty of time in each location”
A 4-hour Seoul tour with a guide: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and Gwangjang Market.
“Amazing experience! I came to Seoul solo traveling worried if I could find a good host for a tour and it worked out perfect ! Highly recommend”
See Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong crafts, Gwangjang market snacks, and N Seoul Tower views in one guided day.
“I had wonderful time, we accomplished all destinations in the tour today with a great guide and group”
Full-day Seoul tour with palaces, Jogyesa Temple, Insadong antiques, Namdaemun market, plus lunch and hotel pickup for $89.
“The palaces were closed for a holiday on the day I went, and I did not receive advance notice. That was disappointing. However, the substitutions were great (could have passed on the Ginseng Center).. Our guide, Miel, was fantastic! Enjoyed Bokshun Village and the food street! Seoul Tower was a bonus! Great overview of the city!”
Morning walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, royal guard ceremony, Joseon museum context, and metro know-how.
“My tour guide Joe was very informative, and went above and beyond to ensure I had a good experience (even through the intense cold and snow). Would definitely recommend!”
Small-group 3-hour walk linking Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Folk Museum, and Bukchon Hanok Village, with admissions covered and a friendly guide.
“Our tour guide was knowledgeable and explained Korean history and architecture. Would highly recommend.”
Hand-carve a personal Korean stone seal in quiet Insadong with Jeongju Kim, then stamp with ink and take home your signature.
“What a great experience! If you're into hands on activities and want to create something unique for yourself or someone else, this is for you. Our instructor was patient and very thorough with her instruction. I can't recommend this enough!”
Beginner Korean cooking in Seoul’s Bukchon, hands-on with pro English chefs, modern tools, and lunch included in about 2 hours.
“We had a great time with this cooking class. The classroom is cozy ensuring a small group experience. The dishes we made were simple, fresh and delicious!”
Small-group royal Korean cooking in a restored 100-year-old hanok, making LA galbi, kimchi, pajeon, tapyeongchae, with makgeolli and dessert in Seoul.
“Great class in a cool Hanock in the Ikseon-dong Hanok Village. Park was a great host and teacher. Great conversation as there were only 3 of us (class maxes at 6 or 7, so still intimate).”
Full-day Jeonju Hanok Village and Jangtaesan tour from Seoul, guided by English/Chinese experts, with autumn photo stops and transfers.
“Our guide, Gienie, was very nice and helpful. I enjoyed the one-day tour to Jeonju and Jangtaesan. I'm definitely glad I chose this trip. Thank you again. ^^”
