South Korea Tours from Seoul

What our customers ask about South Korea Tours from Seoul

• What's the typical length of multi-day tours starting in Seoul?

  Multi-day tours departing from Seoul generally span 7-12 days with 9-day itineraries being the most common choice. These tours cover key sites including Gyeongbokgung Palace Bukchon Hanok Village and the DMZ. Travelers stay at well-located properties like LOTTE City Hotel Mapo or Step Inn Myeongdong in central Seoul. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "Great variety of activities and sightseeing with a good balance between organized touring and free time to explore on your own."

• What are the most common starting points for tours within Seoul?

  Seoul tours begin from three primary locations: the shopping-centric Myeongdong district the cultural hub of Insadong and the historic Gwanghwamun area near Gyeongbokgung Palace. Hotel pickups are standard from properties such as Fraser Place Namdaemun Kukdo Hotel or Step Inn Myeongdong. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting in Myeongdong was perfect as it gave us easy access to everything and really helped us get our bearings in Seoul."

• How are meals handled during the first days in Seoul?

  Tour packages include daily hotel breakfasts at places like Kukdo Hotel or Fraser Place Namdaemun plus a Korean BBQ welcome dinner. For lunch travelers can explore independently choosing between local spots like Gwangjang Market or Myeongdong's street food scene. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The food was incredible from day one - our guide took us to amazing local spots we would never have found ourselves."

• What are the most popular day trips from Seoul included in tours?

  The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) tour stands out as the top day trip taking 3-4 hours to complete. Other frequent excursions include visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace Bukchon Hanok Village and the National Folk Museum. A TourRadar traveler noted "The DMZ tour was a highlight - it's fascinating to learn about the history between North and South Korea and see the observation points firsthand."

• What types of transportation are used from Seoul to other destinations?

  Transportation options combine private air-conditioned vehicles high-speed KTX trains and domestic flights. The KTX connects Seoul to Busan in 3 hours while flights to Jeju Island take about 1 hour. Tours start with Incheon Airport pickup and transfer to hotels like LOTTE City Hotel Mapo. A TourRadar reviewer shared: "All the transportation arrangements were excellent and made traveling between cities very convenient."

• What cultural experiences are available right from the start in Seoul?

  Seoul's cultural program begins with visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace traditional hanbok dress experiences and walks through Bukchon Hanok Village. Evening activities often feature visits to Gwangjang Market for local food and cultural shows. One TourRadar traveler commented: "Right from the first day we were immersed in Korean culture through temple visits traditional meals and local market explorations - it was the perfect introduction to Korea."

• What's the best time of year to start a tour from Seoul?

  Prime touring seasons run March-May during cherry blossom season and September-November for autumn colors. Summer tours operate June through August but expect heat and humidity. Tours run year-round with stays at climate-controlled properties like Ramada Encore or LOTTE City Hotel Mapo. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour was amazing and the spring weather was perfect for exploring both cities and nature spots."