Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tour(EG Tour)

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10 to 11 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Start your day tour with a visit to the Korean Folk Village in Yongin at 10:30am, an open-air museum that brings to life the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty. As you stroll through the village, you'll get to see recreated traditional homes, crafts and performances.

After exploring the village, enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to Suwon Hwaseong, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This majestic fortress, built by King Jeongjo in the late 18th century, features nearly 6 kilometers of walls, watchtowers and gates.

Finally, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Suwon Nammun Market, a bustling traditional market that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty. Here, you can shop for local products, snacks and souvenirs.

At the end of the tour, we will travel back at 17:10pm with a hassle-free shuttle to Seoul, bringing home memories of Korea’s rich cultural heritage.

What's Included

English & Chinese speaking staff
Transportation
Entrance Fee
Meals
Traveler's insurance
Other personal expenses

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Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 11 hours (approximately)
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    Korean Folk Village

    Korean Folk Village introduces traditional culture from the late Joseon period to both local and international visitors through cultural classes experience, shaman faith, seasonal customs and others. Also, the village shows various places with unique features such as a farming village, private house, official districts, Confucian academy, seodang (village school), and a village street in realistic descriptions, as well as, a nobleman’s house and traditional workshop. Performances including Nongak (farmer’s music), martial art on horseback, traditional wedding ceremony, and other special events are available by season. In particular, ‘Welcome to Joseon’, held every May, is a performance featuring time travel back to the olden days.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
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    Suwon Hwaseong is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Suwon, South Korea. It was built in the late 18th century by King Jeongjo as a fortress and palace complex. The fortress walls span almost 6 kilometers and are dotted with four gates and a number of watchtowers. You can walk along the walls, explore the palace buildings, and enjoy cultural performances and events held within the site.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Suwon Nammun Markt

    Suwon Nammun Market is a traditional market located in Suwon, South Korea. The market has a history that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty, and it is one of the largest and oldest markets in the country. The market is situated near the famous Hwaseong Fortress, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
  • Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair.
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