Private tour in Seoul Bill B W C

Private DMZ Tour, Explore DMZ by the UN, See N.Korea, Local gourmet foods, Private tour for you! since 2007, storyteller

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Bill B W C.

5.0

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Dear Visitors, Welcome to Korea. Greetings from Jeju, Korea. My name is Bill B Choi, registered and licensed by KTO (Korea Tourism Organization). I am about 1. 5 years with toursbylocals now but I have an experience Korean tourism industry for over 18 years as a driving tour guide. I am on time person that I never late for the meeting time for over 18 years. Never missing the flights and ships for tourists at any circumstance so far. I live in Seoul and Jeju. I cover DMZ to Jeju Island all over Korea. I like spring flowers, summer waterfalls & beaches, fall colorful leaves and winter skiing of Korea. I am an expertise with local food. I know many of 30~50 years old restaurants for all cities in Korea. I used to live in Chicago, USA for over 11 years and graduated MBA in the U. S. I am an expert with food tours and historic sites, plus photography and I am happy to serve you next. My interests and hobbies are developing new secret tour destinations and finding great local restaurants. In more than 15 years of my service as a tourist guide, I could say that my services were successful, not only did the tourists learn more about Korea, but I also learned a lot about different cultures from all my clients whom I had the honor to meet until now, and hopefully in the future. I will do my best to make you enjoy your stay here with me and for you to discover authentic Korea, hopefully, to like what you will experience, and if so, I look forward to seeing you back soon! However, I have made a few selections of sample trips and I would be happy to hear your questions if you want to add any other interesting destinations according to your expectations around Korea. I would like to discuss your needs because I like to help and answer your questions. How can you be satisfied with your tour? The answer is, join me on my tours! Please check with my tour pictures on the Internet. Welcome on board my tours and Thank you for your consideration. I have a tour with 7~15 days. Feel free to ask for your next tour in Korea. Destinations to; Incheon, Suwon, Jeonju, Gongju, Gwangju, Mokpo, Jeju, Busan, Yeosu, Tongyoung, Gyeongju, Daegu, Andong, Gangreung, Sokcho, Chuncheon, Mt. Seorak, DMZ and more. My customers from; Singapore, Hongkong, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thai, Vietnam, Philippines, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Butan, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Scotland, Iceland, Swissland, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Luxembourg, England, France, Germany, Netherland, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Poland, Brazil, Honduras, Mexico, South Africa, India, Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Greece, Iraq, Iran, Rusia, etc. All the best, Bill Tourist guide (English) by Korea Tourism Organization Ski instructor for over 10 years level 1 by Korea Ski Association and Korea Ski Resort Business Association. Graduate School of Business (MBA, US) Master Science of Accounting (MSA, US) No restrictions

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Overview of your Seoul tour

Have you been to DMZ in Korea? I have been here over 1,000s times since 2007. DMZ is demilitarized zone the border of Korea. By Group Bus tour with walk down? No way. Private Vehicle and Monorail (not available now) More than 18 years of DMZ tour service. Full of Story about past and present DMZ GO DMZ with professional guide 'Bill' will be a great chance. Tell you a recent true story about North Korea. You would enjoy in detailed explanation of the area. Let's discuss current issues of N. & S. Korea. Many questions regarding of N. Korea as follows; Why missiles are launching from N. Korea? Why N. Koreans are poor? Why escaped from N. Korea? Know about Korea history? Etc. What is the best local food in Korea after tours? My priority is high quality tours of DMZ. I guarantee you to be satisfaction with my tour. Check wity my customer's review What is your next question about DMZ? Thank you for your consideration.

Recent Reviews

Natalie A.United States
July 2025

Bill was a great guide and driver. We had a bit of miscommunication on the meeting time in the morning but were able to figure things out. We were able to meet later than originally planned because he was able to get reservations for the DMZ made in advance. In addition to visiting the DMZ, we visited a local market with a hidden and huge Starbucks - which was quite interesting. We were on a cruise and had planned to meet with Bill again on Jeju Island. Unfortunately, Bill had a family emergency and cancelled the night before we ported in Jeju. It definitely left us in a bit of a bind as we were scrambling to find a replacement guide and driver. I was thankful to have had wifi so I was aware of the last minute change.

Melissa W.United States
January 2025

We had a wonderful tour to the DMZ with Bill. He is cheerful, knowledgeable, and professional. Every item listed in the tour description was accomplished and on schedule. We also had a delicious lunch at a local restaurant near the DMZ. We highly recommend Bill for a wonderful Seoul experience!

Keith T.United Kingdom
September 2024

Bill was punctual and very knowledgeable. The access to the tunnel is very steep, long and quite low - If you suffer from claustrophobia or are not in reasonable shape best to skip the tunnel. But the tour is still worthwhile.

Julie K.United States
May 2024

This was a great tour. Bill is knowledgeable and fun. If you're looking for a personal and customizable tour - Bill is your man!!

David D.United States
April 2024

Bill was our tour guide for the DMZ visit. First, he drives a very nice van and is a bit of a foodie. Bill taught our 8-year-old daughter how to correctly pray and pay her respects inside the Buddhist temple. He took us to a small rural village for seafood stew - the broth was amazing! Bill is very friendly, eager to share stories and listen to your stories. He takes a great picture. Our family and friends remarked at how stylized our photos were that were taken by Bill.

Elaine B.United Kingdom
March 2024

Bill exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication before and after our tour excellent. Wonderfully well presented and thought out trip designed to fulfil our needs. Clean vehicle, good time keeping, sense of humour, great knowledge and fondness to share. Certainly goes above and beyond to help. We highly recommend. Thank you Bill

Your Seoul tour itinerary

9:00 Meet at your location (hotel, MUST bring your passport) registering to enter DMZ thru the online 10:30 Go to Gamaksan suspension bridge, waterfall and temple (1. 5hrs) 12:00 Lunch at local restaurant 14:00 DMZ tour. The 3rd tunnel (possibly monorail, 70 mins) Mainly take train if sold out, talking down (400m, 11degrees slop) 15:30 Dora observatory (a view of N. Korea, 60 mins) 16:50 Unification village (souvenirs and coffee, snack, 15 mins) 18:30 back to Hotel or dinner place (Korean beef BBQ = Kobe beef but half price) Based on 4 people. 50 USD per person Question? Feel free to contact Bill NOW.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

2025 Canival Hydrid 7 seaters

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: enterance fees
What's not included
Other: Additional person - 50 USD
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

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Tour categories
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1189125
Languages
Korean
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.9

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