Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tour(EG Tour)
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.
** Enjoy Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival Package on Sept 27 with extended Suwon tour without Suwon Market stop **
Options
Suwon Festival: DDP Station
Sep 27 Special: Enjoy Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival Package on Sept 27 with extended Suwon tour without Suwon Market stop
Depart from DDP Station: Please be at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 9:05am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
What's included in Korean Folk Village and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Day Tour(EG Tour)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
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.
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. (** Enjoy Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival Package on Sept 27 with extended Suwon tour without Suwon Market stop **)
Inclusions
- English & Chinese speaking staff
- Transportation
- Entrance Fee
- Meals
- Traveler's insurance
- Other personal expenses
- 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.
- Infant is free of charge, no seat available.
- Tour on Sept 27th will be The 62nd Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival Package with extended Suwon tour without Suwon Market stop
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please be at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 9.05am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
- Please be at the Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot (~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1) by 8.55am.
- Please be at Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4 before 8:15am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
End Points
- Hongik Univ. Station
- In front of Myeongdong Lotte Department store
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking • Age 0-2 : Free of charge, no seat • Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition • Please inform beforehand if you will be bringing a stroller
