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King Jeongjo built Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress out of devotion to his late father, wrapping the tomb in nearly 6 kilometers of defensive walls that are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience this history firsthand on a full-day private tour from Seoul, including all entry tickets and a Licensed Private Guide.
Korean Folk Village (Yongin): Step into a living recreation of Joseon Dynasty life. Discover traditional farmhouses, active craftsmen, and historic performances while your guide answers every question about daily life, food, and culture.
Paldalmun Traditional Market: Enjoy free time to browse and eat at one of Suwon’s oldest markets, located right outside the fortress walls.
Hwaseong Fortress: Walk the restored gates and bastions as your guide shares the origin story of a king who built a city around his father’s memory—reconstructed perfectly from original blueprints.
Book your 9-hour private journey today to explore the Korea that history built.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup & Drop-off at customer's accommodation
Itinerary
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1Korean Folk Village
it is a full recreation of Joseon Dynasty life, with real craftsmen, traditional performances, and farmhouses brought together from across the country. Your Private Licensed Guide brings it to life. What did people eat? How did they work? What happened when they got married? It is the kind of place that answers questions you did not know you had.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
Walk the restored walls past towers, gates, and bastions as your guide tells the story of a king who built an entire city around his father's grave. The fortress was so well documented during construction that it was rebuilt centuries later from the original blueprints. Every gate, every watchtower, every secret passage has a story. Your guide knows them all.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details
- This tour involves significant walking. The fortress walls stretch nearly 6 kilometres. You do not need to walk the full circuit but comfortable shoes are essential.
- Group size is limited to 25 people. Additional guides will be arranged for larger groups.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance — we're happy to help!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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