Located at the top of Mt, Namsan in the heart of Seoul, Seoul Tower is a 240-meter tall tower completed in 1975, Often regarded as Asia's most beautiful tower, this tower is also where you can get the most exciting night view of Seoul, the dramatic light shows made by skyscrapers, inner city highways and the long bridges of Han river.
NamSan Hanok Village The power and dignity of Korean houses, or hanok, are available for view in the heart of Seoul at the Namsangol Hanok Village. Located less than a block away from Chungmuro subway station, the Village is host to a garden, several cultural properties and magnificent views of the area. Several traditional festivals ae held on the grounds throughout the year, creating a festive mood during the holidays.
Namdaemun Market
Namdaemun Market is the largest one in Seoul and shoppers may get any product in Korea at the cheapest price at here. Moreover it`s near from the center of Seoul, passengers can easily access to the major hotels even at night.
Half Day Tour Program 2
Date & Time
ITINERARY
3rd Dec, 2010
13:30~18:00
Hotel - Blue House(Pass By) - Gyeongbokgung Palace - National Folk Museum – Insadong Antique shop Alley - Hotel
Item
price
Tour Fee
\47,000 (43 USD)
Condition : Transportation, English Tour Guide, Admission Fee
TOUR INFORMATION
Blue House
Official residence of the president is called "The Blue House".The symbol of the Blue House, which is at the center of Korean politics, is the blue tiles. The first thing that catches your eye when you arrive at the Blue House is also the blue tiles of the main building. The blue tiles and the smooth roof are in beautiful harmony with Mt. Bugaksan behind it.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeonbokgung Palace is a palace erected during the reign of king Taejo, founder of the Joseon Dynasty(1392-1910) which was the final kingdom in Korea, but it was destroyed in the Japanese invasion of 1592. It was reconstructed in 1868. It has 4 gates including the southern main gate, Gwanghwamum.
National Folk Museum
The National Folk Museum is located on the compound of Gyeongbok palace. It shows you the traditional life of both the ordinary people and aristocracy. It has exhibits from all parts of Korea. There ae displays of traditional farming methods, hunting, weaving, cooking and other house keeping chores.
Insa-dong
Authentically decorated tea houses serving an intriguing array of traditional teas, high-end antique galleries and delicious and innovation restaurants in Seoul are all found here, Insa-dong is a favorite stop for tourists who know that this is the place to find a perfect gift to take back home.
Half Day Tour Program + Nanta Performance
Date & Time
ITINERARY
3rd Dec, 2010
13:30~22:00
Hotel - Blue House(Pass By) - Gyeongbokgung Palace - National Folk Museum – Insadong Antique shop Alley – Dinner – Nanta Performance - Hotel
Item
price
Tour Fee
\92,000 (84 USD)
Condition : Transportation, English Tour Guide, Admission Fee
TOUR INFORMATION
Blue House
Official residence of the president is called "The Blue House".The symbol of the Blue House, which is at the center of Korean politics, is the blue tiles. The first thing that catches your eye when you arrive at the Blue House is also the blue tiles of the main building. The blue tiles and the smooth roof are in beautiful harmony with Mt. Bugaksan behind it.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeonbokgung Palace is a palace erected during the reign of king Taejo, founder of the Joseon Dynasty(1392-1910) which was the final kingdom in Korea, but it was destroyed in the Japanese invasion of 1592. It was reconstructed in 1868. It has 4 gates including the southern main gate, Gwanghwamum.
National Folk Museum
The National Folk Museum is located on the compound of Gyeongbok palace. It shows you the traditional life of both the ordinary people and aristocracy. It has exhibits from all parts of Korea. There ae displays of traditional farming methods, hunting, weaving, cooking and other house keeping chores.
Insa-dong
Authentically decorated tea houses serving an intriguing array of traditional teas, high-end antique galleries and delicious and innovation restaurants in Seoul are all found here, Insa-dong is a favorite stop for tourists who know that this is the place to find a perfect gift to take back home.
Nanta Theater
Nanta Theater is the place where you can see and enjoy the first Korean non-verbal performance called 'Nanta'. Nanta is a pattern of performances combined with traditional Korean folk performance called 'Samulnori' and western form of performance. They perform using all the things that can make sounds such as pots, pans, and plates, etc. This performance will make you satisfied with traditional rhythm and heats of Korean style.
