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Ancient Korea Tour - Palace & Korean Folk Village


Take this opportunity to visit the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeongbokgung Palace and discover traditional Korean life in the Korean Folk Village.


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Tour code: FUN/KR/EU01/ANCNTKOR/00
 
Rates are per person and in US Dollar.
 
Duration of tour: 8 hours 30 mins
 
The Tour:
 
This tour will take you to the major attractions in Seoul. You will firstly pass by the Blue House where the Korean President resides, then you will visit the main palace of Joseon Dynasty - Gyeongbokgung Palace. This Royal residence is a favourite attraction for tourists with its charming array of ponds and pavilion. Also visit the National Folk Museum and learn to understand the ancient culture of rural Korea. A visit to Jogye temple will show you the essence of Korean Buddhism. After lunch, you have the opportunity to discover Korea's traditional culture and customs at The Korean Folk Village which is located 41km south of Seoul and is a living museum of the customs and culture of the 19th century Joseon Dynasty. You will also have the opportunity to watch the traditional performances such as the Farmer's dance called Nongak, tight-rope walking, martial arts on horseback and traditional wedding ceremony.
 
Includes:
 
Transportation by coach or minibus, service of a guide, entrance fees and lunch at local restaurant
 
Please note:
 
On Tuesdays, Gyeongbokgung and The National Folk Museum are closed. Instead, You will visit The Deoksu Palace. There is no performances on rainy days at The Korean Folk Village and no traditional wedding ceremony during winter season. Comfortable shoes are recommended as the tour involves some walking. Your actual pick up time could be up to 30 minutes either side of the time shown on the voucher. Please call the supplier 82-2-332-8946 (09:00-18:00) to reconfirm your exact pick up time at least 24 hours prior to the tour.
 
 
Language Commentary From Date To Date Days of Week Start Time Departure Point
E/J/M Guided 01 Apr 2014 31 Mar 2015 Daily 09:00 Hotel Pick Up
E - ENGLISH ;  J - JAPANESE ; M - MANDARIN