Private tour in Seoul Kevin H

Walk Korea Tours: Gyeongbokgung palace +

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Kevin H.

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Hello everyone, I am Kevin. I am official tour guide licensed by South Korean Government since 1996(License No. 1996-01-0100). I studied Tourism Management in the Gyeonggi university and got my feet wet in tourism industry as part-timer from 1988, 20 years in Telco, recently 15 years as private tour guide. Speaking of tour guide, it is lovely job to show you beautiful and enjoyable Seoul with my story telling. My tour is like "meeting a good friend who live in Seoul, South Korea" and I offer authentic private tours without joining with strangers, from City Highlights to Off-The-Beaten-Paths. After a tour of mine, you may say "I have a good friend in Seoul" and cherish the tours for many years with your family. The tours listed here are the best selections out of my hundred tours, please feel free to ask Kevin for any type of tours you want to customize. Who is Kevin? I'm just open-minded ordinary guy with sincerity, born in Gyeongju city, Gyeongsangbuk-do province, South Korea. I started to live in Seoul since 1987. My customers say "Kevin, you have VIP tour experiences and qualifications, make sure comment it in your profile" Bonus! I'd like to take Insta-level beautiful pictures of you "with your phone, not with mine" when you want. ● WHAT you want is WHAT I provide. ● Want to be called "Culture Interpreter". ● Please check my availability in individual tour. ● I am leading study group of FIT tour guides so that we can deliver more valuable and memorable private tours for all customers. ● Kevin is just one click away! Why not click his tours and book ! ● Please noted that booking who without tour guide license is illegal(Please book a guide like me who with license number and license photo in profile) Best regards, Kevin H. :)

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Overview of your Seoul tour

Why you have to book this tour? Because I'll bring you One Step Farther and you'll experience Every Nook and Cranny of Seoul. Seoul is the special city with harmony between Old and New. It is a different type of pleasure to walk with tour guide who will bring you Insights into Seoul, South Korea. I will give you more cultural experience than just private guided tour. ○ Gyeongbok palace: royal palace with 'Guards Changing Ceremony' (closed on Tuesdays) ○ Samcheongdong: Modern culture street with cafes, local restaurants with modern view. ○ Bukchon: Hanok Village of Korean traditional houses (closed on Sundays n holidays) ○ Insadong: traditional street full of antiques, souvenirs, Korean food, small galleries ○ Jogyesa: headquarter of Zen Buddhism in Korea ○ Cheonggyeocheon stream: small river which is a component of feng shui (geomancy ) :)

Your Seoul tour itinerary

(1) Pick you up from your hotel (2) walk to or take subway to Gwanghwamun Square, watch the Changing Guards Ceremony (3) Explore in Gyeongbok palace for understanding the Kevin's "Cultural Translation" of Joseon dynasty in modern South Korea. (4) Explore the Folk Museum which is at the corner of the palace for understanding the ordinary people's life. (5) Understand the modern young peole's life through the Samcheongdong street. (6) Visit drama location, Bukchon Hanok Village with the "Amazing Modern View over Old Roofs". (6) Enjoy Far Insights Into the Insa-dong culture street. (7) Walk down to Cheonggyeocheon stream through locals area, to get a cool breeze. (8) Back to your Hotel :)

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Primary : on foot Secondary : public transportation

What's included
Other: Hotel meeting service (in Seoul)
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Tastings
Meeting location

Seoul, Seoul, South Korea

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Tour categories
Day Trip
City Highlights
History
Art And Culture
Architecture
Tour reference number
159120
Languages
Korean
English
Activity level
Light
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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 harmony between the old and new aspects of the city. It's ideal for those interested in cultural experiences and insights into Korean history and modern life. With Kevin H. as your guide, you'll delve into every nook and cranny of Seoul, making it a great choice for anyone looking to connect with a local expert.

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