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Full Day Seoul City Tour

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Have a One-day Seoul City Tour to the famous landmarks in Seoul!

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Have a One-day Seoul City Tour to the famous landmarks in Seoul!

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This tour will start off with Jogyesa Buddhist Temple, the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. This tour will allow the to see the “Changing of the Royal Guards” ceremony, which takes place at the Gwanghwamun and Heungnyemun plazas. They will also witness the beauty of Gyeongbok Palace, the most beautiful and remains the grandest of all the five palaces. The next place to visit is The symbol of Cheongwadae (known to westerners as the Blue House or the presidential residence), is the blue tiles. They will now continue to Ginseng centre to see how the Ginseng quality guaranteed in its cultivation, processing, and distribution, owing to the utmost care exerted to provide safe and reliable products. After taking lunch, they will proceed to Changdeok Palace is the second royal villa built after Gyeongbok Palace in 1405. The guide will accompany you to Insadong Arts and Crafts Market so you may see different work of arts which you may buy as a souvenir. You will then continue shopping at the shopping centre and Namdaemun Traditional Market, the first largest traditional market in Korea with various goods in store such as children’s, men’s and women’s wear. Itinerary Meet at the designated pickup points Pickup time: 08:30-09:00 You are advised to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the final assigned time at the designated meeting/pickup location. Jogyesa Buddhist Temple the centre of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will see Jogyesa Temple. The first things you will notice at the temple are the lovely trees. Changing of the Guard Ceremony Every day visitors to Gyeongbok palace can watch a reenactment of the “Changing of the Royal Guards” ceremony, which takes place at the Gwanghwamun and Heungnyemun plazas. Gyeongbok Palace (Deoksu Palace on Tuesday only) Built in 1395, Gyeongbok Palace is also commonly referred to as the “Northern Palace” because it is located more toward the north, compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeok (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghee (Western Palace). Pass by Presidential Blue House - Cheongwadae Sarangchae (closed on every Monday) The symbol of Cheongwadae (known to westerners as the Blue House or the presidential residence), is the blue tiles. The first thing that catches your eye when you arrive at Cheongwadae is the blue tiles of the main building. Ginseng Center Korean ginseng is used/ consumed by many for medicinal purposes. You will see different kinds of ginseng being sold and displayed. Lunch Duration: 50 minutes Changdeok Palace (Namsan Hanok Village on Monday only) The second royal villa built after Gyeongbok Palace in 1405. Changdeok was the principal palace for many of the Joseon kings, and is the best preserved among the five remaining royal Joseon palaces. Insadong Arts and Crafts Market Insadong has been at the heart of nation’s capital for 600 years and it has been the center of culture during the Chosun Dynasty (1392-1910). This is where the Ministry of Art was once situated. Insadong usually refers to the area from Anguk-dong Rotary to Tapgol Park in Jongro 2(i)-ga, past the Insadong Intersection. Shopping Center Find stuff that will serve as your souvenirs. Namdaemun Traditional Market the first largest traditional market in Korea with various goods in store such as children’s, men’s and women’s wear. The displayed goods are sold at a reasonable price and it also functions as a wholesale market. Most of the goods are produced directly from shopkeepers. Namdaemun Market is opened from 11:00 pm and at 3:00 am The tour will conclude at Namdaemun Traditional Market 17:30 Please head to your next destination on your own.

Inclusive of

Lunch
Admission fee
Bus
English speaking guide

Exclusive of

Personal expenses
Tips

Location

Jogyesa Temple, Gyeonji-dong, Seoul

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Gyeongbok Palace (Deoksu Palace on Tuesday only)- Deoksu Palace on Tuesday only
Cheongwadae Sarangchae (closed on every Monday)
Changdeok Palace (Namsan Hanok Village on Monday only)
N Seoul Tower on Monday only – excluding Observatory

What to wear:

Comfortable set of clothes
Cap or hat
A good pair of shoes

What to bring:

Camera
Cap or hat

Warnings of the Activity:

Bus Pick-up service may be delayed depending on the traffic condition.

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Once confirmed, no cancellation or amendments to your booking will be allowed.

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