Private tour in Seoul Kun-Yong Y

Seoul Full Day City Tour

4.9

(170) reviews

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Kun-Yong Y.

4.9

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Hello everyone! I'm Denny Yu (Kun-yong), and showing foreign visitors my beautiful & dynamic country is my job, and I enjoy doing it! I am 57 years old and hold a tour guide license issued by the Korean government, which I acquired in 1999. I have been working as a tour conductor for over ten years and started my new career as a local English guide for foreign tourists in 2009. I love my guiding job, which has allowed me to meet friends from all over the world and to show you everything about Seoul and Korea. I can offer authentic private tours of Korea that you and your family will cherish for many years. I primarily offer exclusive, tailor-made tours to your specific wishes. Based on what you want to experience while in Korea, mainly focusing on private trips and small groups, I aim to enhance the joy of travel. I can make your vacation in Korea memorable and enjoyable. Just count on me to show you the real Korea in a more personal, guided holiday style. With your own private tour, you can travel freely without the restrictions of a large group. Please don't hesitate to contact me at your convenience if you're seeking a local tour guide. It will be my great pleasure to show you around Seoul, Korea. Thank you. Sincerely. Acquired a tour guide license issued by the Korean government in 1999. 10 year's experience as local tour guide in Seoul, Korea. I can handle all of your request except illegal act.

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Overview of your Seoul tour

The best way to travel in a world-renowned city Seoul within a limited amount of time is a private tour with an experienced local guide. I can provide the most time-efficient solution for tourists to visit as many popular attractions as possible. This Seoul City tour program is like a moving travel guide book presenting the essence of its history and culture. This tour itinerary will give you a quick overview of Seoul , along with an easy day-trip from the city to one of its nearby cultural and scenic destinations such as Royal Palace, Jogye Buddhist temple, Namdaemun Grand open market, Korean cultural street Insadong, Bukchon traditional house area, Namsan park (Seoul tower), etc.

Recent Reviews

Rhonda W.United States
1 day ago

If I could give this tour 10 stars, I would! We had an incredible day with Denny! We wish we hadn’t discovered him on our last day in Seoul. It makes us sad to leave. We wish we had a couple more days to spend exploring the city and surrounding areas with him. We allowed him to choose our itinerary, although at times, he gave us options and we chose what most interested us. His timing at the palace was perfect, because we got to see the changing of the guards. He was so knowledgeable and his English was very easy to understand. We saw many interesting sites, including part of the ancient city wall. We also visited a village with traditional houses. When we were ready for lunch, he asked us about the type of food we’d like, giving us several ideas. He took us to a wonderful restaurant where we enjoyed dolsol bibimbap and soju. It was like combining a food tour with a city tour. He advised us on how to season our meal, and even stirred the dish for us and helped us get it seasoned to our liking. Afterwards, we walked around Insa-dong. It was a lovely stroll the an artsy neighborhood. Later, he took us to a beautiful stream that runs down the city center and then across the Han River to a beautiful park. I’m sure there are details I’ve missed, but rest assured, it was a full day of several major Seoul attractions. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Denny as a guide to anyone visiting the area. My advice would be to take advantage of his tour early in your stay in Seoul.

Agnieszka B.Singapore
July 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent private tour of Seoul We had a wonderful day exploring Seoul with our guide. The tour was exceptionally well organized, informative, and enjoyable from start to finish. Our guide's knowledge of Seoul's history, culture, and daily life was outstanding. He explained everything in a clear, engaging way and shared many interesting insights that we would never have discovered on our own. We especially appreciated seeing the city through a local perspective rather than just visiting the typical tourist attractions. The pace of the tour was perfect, and every part of the day was thoughtfully planned. We learned so much about Korea and Seoul while having a fantastic time. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Seoul who wants a deeper understanding of the city, its history, and its culture. Thank you again for such a memorable experience!

Amy A.United States
June 2026

We had the best time with Denny! He was very flexible with our itinerary and very knowledgeable about each stop we made. He also gave us great food recommendations and made sure we took lots of pictures to remember our time in Seoul. Having a private ride was great. His van was very comfortable and he is an excellent driver. I highly recommend Denny as a guide.

Fernando M.United States
June 2026

This is a fascinating tour that provides a broad and insightful perspective of Seoul while making excellent use of time. Our guide, Kun-yong Y., expertly combined a visit to the majestic Gyeongbokgung Palace with the impressive Changing of the Guard ceremony at Gwanghwamun Gate. It was a memorable and engaging experience. Other highlights included the beautiful Jogyesa Temple, the vibrant Namdaemun Market—where we enjoyed a delicious lunch—the traditional Bukchon Hanok Village, the historic Seoul City Wall, and Han River Park with its iconic Banpo Bridge. We covered an incredible amount of ground in just eight hours. It would have been difficult to experience so many of Seoul’s most important landmarks so efficiently without the guidance and expertise of our outstanding guide. This was a wonderful and highly rewarding experience that I would strongly recommend to anyone visiting Seoul.

Dana S.United States
May 2026

We had a great day of touring with Denny. Unfortunately it rained ALL day, but Denny did his best to show us around. We had to do a few plan Bs due to the weather but it was still a great day. I liked that Denny touched base with me the day before the tour and the day of, to confirm. He also gave me guidance on other places we were considering to visit. He gave us a great first day overview of the city. We didn't know much about the history of Korea and Denny's tour and what we learned from him helped give us context for the rest of our visit.

Lisa M.United States
April 2026

Denny was a fantastic guide! He is so knowledgeable about Korean history and made our day super enjoyable! He is very kind and made sure we got the best out of our day! Would highly recommend!!!!!

Your Seoul tour itinerary

Seoul city tour course (sample) : 1. Gyeongbok Palace or Changdeok Palace: Royal Residences of the last Joseon Dynasty 2. Jogyesa Buddhist Temple: Head temple of the Nation's prominent Buddhist sect 3. Korean cultural street Insadong: A Street full of curio shops 4. Namdaemun or Gwangjang market: Traditional local markets 5. Bukchon Hanok village: You can see traditional Korean houses 6. Cheonggyecheon Stream 7. Seoul city wall: A place with a panoramic view of Seoul (20 minutes hiking) 8. Han river park (Banpo bridge) 9. And so on. The itinerary will be flexible based on the traveler's requests or interests on the day of the tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

This tour provides a eight-seat's minivan. (Hyundai Grand Starex)

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Other: parking fees
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Accommodation
Meeting location

Seoul, South Korea

Customer's Hotel in Seoul, South Korea

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Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Art And Culture
History
Architecture
Shopping
Tour reference number
51972
Languages
Korean
English
Japanese
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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Who is this private tour in Seoul best suited for?

This private tour in Seoul is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's highlights with a knowledgeable local guide. It's ideal for families, as it's kid-friendly, and also suitable for travellers with mobility needs. You'll visit cultural and historical sites like Gyeongbok Palace, Jogyesa Temple, and Bukchon Hanok Village, making it great for those interested in history and culture.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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