Private tour in Seoul Benny K
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Benny K.
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Hello. Wonderful travelers! I am Benny. Looking for a guide with the knowledge of unique cafes, traditional restaurants, history museums, panoramic observation decks, and historical architectures? If so, you hit the spot. Benny is here for you. I had majored in law in Univ. and had worked for about 10 years in a Bank before becoming a Tourist Guide. So, if you are interested in such a topic, I can tell you in-depth about Korean politics and economy. Korea has made remarkable progress in a short period of time. Aren't you curious about the secret of the fast development? If you're a huge fan of K-drama or K-pop, don't hesitate to ask where the drama or music video was filmed. I would also like to recommend K-dramas or movies that best explain Korea's past. I believe that tourist attractions have their true meaning when accompanied by a story. There are many different tours to the same tourist attraction. However, if you look at the reviews, you can find very different reactions. I think that the most valuable result depends on how much background the guide knows and how well he connects it to the attraction. My tour, as you know, is a private tour. You are the only traveler/travelers on the tour. Unlike group tours where many people go together at the same time, you don't have to look around other travelers in your group to ask your guide questions. Regarding my English, I had been dispatched to the US Army in Korea from the Korean Army (or KATUSA, Korean Augmentation Troops to U. S. Army) for about 2 years. Don't miss the great chance to meet a memorable guide! 1. Korean Tourist Guide(English speaking) License : issued by KTO (Korea Tourism Organization) 2. Korean Tour Conductor(English speaking) License : issued by KATA (Korea Association of Travel Agents) 3. Working-level training for Tourist Guide : trained by KOTGA(Korea Tourist Guide Association) 4. TESOL Certificate (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) trained and issued by Hankuk Univ. of Foreign Studies. I will do my best to help my travelers.
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DMZ also known as the Demilitarized Zone is a symbol of division that cannot be found anywhere else in the world, and is a popular tourist attraction visited by many tourists. Unlike the case of Germany, in South Korea, personal travel between the North and the South is strictly regulated, as well as the exchange of correspondence. So, on Chuseok, the Korean Thanksgiving Day, many displaced people come to this place to make ancestral rites and spend a day in tears. We will buy a round-trip bus ticket at Imjingak Park, board the bus, and head to the Unification Bridge. And here is the ID verification for entering the Civilian Control Line. Afterwards, we will visit the 3rd infiltration Tunnel and Dorasan Observatory, and stop at a village called Tongilchon, or Unification Village. Afterwards, we will pay a visit to the Suspension Bridge of Gamaksan Mountain. # There are places where photography is restricted due to military reasons.
I had an amazing day with Benny in the DMZ. The tour itself is very interesting but what made it unique was Benny’s amazing knowledge about Korean history and culture. He is also a very good driver which is important in Seoul traffic and is very personable. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is visiting Korea and highly recommend Benny as your tour guide.
Highly recommend this tour!! We had a packed day full of wonderful history and information. Benny was a great guide and so very patient with our group.
This was an outstanding historical tour. Our guide, Benny K., provided a fascinating overview of modern Korean history and the events that led to the division of the Korean Peninsula. He is a master storyteller who brought the history to life with engaging and insightful explanations. The tour included visits to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel (a challenging but worthwhile walk), the Dorasan Observatory, where we caught a glimpse into North Korea, the Unification Village, and the scenic Majang Reservoir Suspension Bridge. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Imjingak Park. This tour offered a unique and compelling perspective on both South and North Korea, combining historical context with memorable sites. It was an enlightening and unforgettable experience that I highly recommend.
Our guide Benny was wonderful. He was extremely knowledgeable and made the topics easy to understand. He was patient with our group and very attentive to our needs. I would highly recommend Benny for your future visit!
We had a great tour with Benny. He was prompt, organized, knowledgeable and knew how to beat the queues! He loaded us with information and took pictures for our group. Thanks Benny!
It was an unforgettable tour! Our guide Benny knows a lot and gave us a lot of information. He took us and showed us places that enabled us to connect and learn a lot about the country. He was always willing to answer all the questions we had and drove us around safely. He is extremely polite and caring, and ready to cover all the needs we had. He is one of the best guides we have ever had!
***DMZ tour is closed on Mondays. This tour may be canceled without prior notice due to North Korea's provocations that cause heightened tensions between the South and the North. *** 1. Pick-up at your hotel in Seoul 2. To Imjingak Park (1 hr) 3. ID check at Civilian Access Control Line 4. The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel (only 170 m away from the border) 5. Dorasan Observatory: A glimpse of North Korea using a binocular. 6. Unification Village: Locally grown produce such as soybeans can be purchased here. 7. Back to Imjingak Park for Lunch 8. Drive to The Suspension Bridge (1 hr) 9. Back to the hotel (1 hr) ***Please bring your passports. *** *** This tour doesn't include JSA area (or Panmunjeom) tour. ***
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