Seoul Private Guided Tours & Trips

16 Seoul trips. Tours from 6 tour companies. 18 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Korea, Rising Star Of East Asia
By Sky Vacations
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Sky Vacations has the experience, know-how, and passion needed to craft custom trips around the world.
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Seoul city tour – experience change of the guard at Gyeongbokgung Palace, stroll the neighborhoods of Samcheong-Dong and Bukchon Hanok Village and visit the famous Jogyesa Temple
  • Meander the streets of Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest and most popular traditional markets in the country
  • Explore the stunning National Museum of Korea, highlighting the history and art of South Korea
11 days$258 / day
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South Korea’s Culinary Delights
By Sky Vacations
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Sky Vacations has the experience, know-how, and passion needed to craft custom trips around the world.
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Seoul city tour visiting famous sites like Seoul Plaza, City Hall, Cheonggye Square and pedestrian-friendly Gwanghwamun Plaza Savor chicken stew in ginseng (Samgyetang) over a hearty lunch Explore Oeammaeul, one of the traditional clan villages exuding old and rustic charm of cultural Korea Relish Andong’s speciality Jjimdak, a traditional dish of chicken chunks simmered with seasonings and vegetables Meander the streets of Gwangjang Market, one of the oldest and most popular traditional markets in the country Experience a Korean way of dining with their famous short ribs – Galbigui Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Yangdongmaeu Get treated to Jangeogui, a great seafood dish using eel, a delicacy in Korea Many traditional dinners Visit Busan, Korea’s second largest city surrounded by the ocean on one side, and mountains on the other Explore the ancient capital of Silla – Gyeongju, often dubbed as Museum without Walls Day trip to Buyeo National Museum where you will feel the spirit and the essence of the brilliant Baekje culture and beauty of its archaeological relics Enjoy dinner with Samgyeopsal – a local favorite of thick slices of pork belly fat
12 days$179 / day
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South Korea in a snapshot
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • See Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul and the changing of the guard.
  • Visit the DMZ on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the archaeologically rich capital of Gyeongju and its surrounding temples and sites.
9 days$402 / day
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Luxury South Korea
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Head into the backstreets of Seoul on a food tour to sample some classic Korean dishes.
  • Visit the de-militarised zone (DMZ) on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the former capital of Gyeongju, along with surrounding temples and historic sites.
9 days$604 / day
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Classic South Korea tour
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Head out into the backstreets of Seoul on a food tour to sample some classic Korean dishes.
  • Visit the DMZ on the North Korean border on a guided tour.
  • Explore the historic capital of Gyeongju and its surrounding temples and Buddhist sites.
12 days$550 / day
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4.7/5 Excellent
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Standard - 3 star
Physical level
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Highlights

  • Learn about ancient and modern history in Seoul
  • Spend a night and join ceremonies at the Unesco-listed Haeinsa Temple
  • Visit Panmunjom and the DMZ to learn how Korea was divided
12 days$531 / day

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South Korea Highlights
By Intrepid Travel
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4.5/5 Excellent
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Spend a fascinating day exploring the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) on a guided tour. Discover why this intriguing place has been awash with tension and political pressure since the Korean War.
  • Take a street food tour of the renowned Gwangjang markets in Seoul, feasting on bite-sized delights, and indulge in an authentic all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience for your final night.
  • Explore the seaside Sokcho and discover the island village of Abai, home to hundreds of North Korean refugees and learn about their experience in a sobering talk with the community here before enjoying a delicious home-cooked community dinner.
9 days$352 / day
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South Korea Real Food Adventure
By Intrepid Travel
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4.5/5 Excellent
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Learn how to make everybody’s favourite pickled dish – kimchi, of course – at a cooking demonstration in Jeonju, then try the city’s iconic bibimbap (declared an intangible cultural asset, it’s just that good).
  • Meet the local stall holders in the Gwangang market of Netflix fame and try the best street food that Seoul has to offer. Then, wander the Jagalchi market – a huge seafood wonderland by the Busan port.
  • Experience Busan’s vibrant food scene with a hands-on cooking class, where you'll prepare your own lunch. In the evening, indulge in a Korean-style lamb skewer dinner, featuring a self-rotating grill that ensures perfectly cooked meat.
8 days$347 / day
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Essential South Korea
By Intrepid Travel
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews

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Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Rub shoulders with the locals at Nambu Market, which recently provided free rent to young entrepreneurs to keep the market alive. Then, stay in a hanok (a traditional Korean house) and experience what it’s like to live day to day in Jeonju.
  • Feast on delicious local cuisine, with included dinners where you might be able to try some traditional Korean noodles, Korean BBQ or fried chicken, and plenty of time to wander around street food markets and restaurants.
  • Discover Seoul at your own pace with tonnes of free time to explore the various districts throughout the city. Maybe hit up karaoke (or noraebang, in Korean), go bar hopping with your local leader or grab a coffee at one of Seoul's famous themed cafes.
9 days$183 / day
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Cycle South Korea
By Intrepid Travel
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
4.5/5 Excellent
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Cycle along the famous Four Rivers Bike Path – the most famous and scenic trail of South Korea’s amazing bike path network.
  • Experience the diverse nature of Seoul, from the neon lights to the quiet paths – not to mention a visit to the infamous DMZ (Demilitarized Zone).
  • Ride along the stunning shoreline of the East Sea – this is possibly the most picturesque road in all of Korea!
9 days$438 / day
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South Korea Family Holiday
By Intrepid Travel
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4.5/5 Excellent
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Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

  • Witness the effects of the Korean War first-hand at the border between South and North Korea on an eye-opening tour of the DMZ – no textbooks are needed for this lesson, you’ll have a knowledgeable local guide.
  • Take a tour around the colourful and ultra-Instagrammable Gamcheon Cultural Village then enjoy plenty of free time to relax on the sandy beaches of Busan.
  • Discover some new favourites and delicious flavours with a Korean BBQ dinner and a visit to the street food night markets. You’ll even learn to make kimchi and kimbap in a family-friendly cooking class – now this is how you get the kids to try new things!
8 days$367 / day
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Seoul Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
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Chris

Sep 2015

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Excellent and informative tour

Excellent and informative tour (for our family of 5) of Southeas Asia provided by BAT. Whenever we return to Asia, we will ask for our TC to give us another view of ...

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Giana

Sep 2018

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Had a really great experience

Had a really great experience meet a lot of new frie...

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Robert

Sep 2019

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This is a wonderful trip

This is a wonderful trip that provides an excellent opportunity to experience the sights, the culture, the unique history and the food of two very colorful and fasci...

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Cynthia

Sep 2019

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Great trip

Great trip, liked having both countries on the itinerary. Korea was unexpectedly wonderful and PAM KIM, GROUP LEADER WAS OUTSTANDING! Japan started off poorly with G...

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Sai

Jun 2019

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Left us wanting more

We both enjoyed this tour immensely. We liked both tour directors, James in Korea and Emiko in Japan. Both were knowledgable, informative, congenial and hard-working...

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Seoul Tour Selection Trips

  • Most tours will tie in with other destinations around the country, but there are certain tours that focus only on Seoul.

    Because food is such a huge part of Korean culture, the food tour could be a good choice if you have an interest in gastronomy. But be aware that most dishes will be a little spicy.

    Tours are generally focused on a cultural experience, meaning they’ll spend more time exploring historical sites, landmarks, palaces, and the like.

    You will be given free time by most tour companies to do the exploring in the modern areas of Seoul by yourself.

    Most Seoul tours run under Tours4Fun, which is a Mandarin-speaking tour company. Be prepared to do most sightseeing yourself, although they will provide you with the transportation and accomodation.


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What You Should Know Before Going on a Seoul Tour

Many tours will combine Seoul with other cities. Those with tours focused mainly on Seoul will give you time to really know the city. Tour guides will focus on giving you guidance through important landmarks such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, or the Bukchon Hanok Village.

Many other areas of the city are left for you to explore on your own.

Common Tour Lengths

Tours around Seoul are commonly between 1 to 3 days. Shorter tours will allow you to see the important highlights of the city, while longer ones will give you time to see many different areas that are less known.

Physical Level Requirements

Most tours require minimal to moderate physical levels. At the minimum, being able to leisurely walk around for an hour or two is important in order to wander around the city.

Who Will Enjoy Seoul Tours

Those who love shopping, culture, history, and food will definitely enjoy Seoul tours. The city has so much to offer and going on a Seoul tour will ensure that you get the transportation and advice needed for everything.

Commonly Combined With

Seoul tours are commonly combined with other cities in South Korea for a well-rounded trip around the country. It is also often combined with tours to China and Japan.


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