Excursion Seoul highlights tour at Inchon (Seoul)

This full day tour takes you from Incheon to South Korea’s dynamic capital, combining royal history, cultural discovery, local cuisine, and traditional shopping, and concludes with a convenient drop-off at Incheon International Airport.

Gyeongbok Palace 

Depart from the pier in Incheon and begin the day with a scenic drive of approximately 90 minutes to Seoul, as port surroundings gradually give way to the bustling metropolitan landscape. Upon arrival, visit Gyeongbok Palace, the largest and most significant palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Walk through its grand gates and expansive courtyards while learning about Korea’s royal heritage, traditional architecture, and historical ceremonies set against a backdrop of mountains and modern city buildings.

National Folk Museum of Korea

Continue on foot to the nearby National Folk Museum of Korea, where exhibits illustrate the daily life, customs, and traditions of the Korean people from ancient times through the modern era. Displays of clothing, tools, and household items provide valuable insight into Korea’s cultural identity.

Traditional Korean Lunch, Insadong Antique Street

After the museum visit, rejoin the coach for a short drive of approximately 20 minutes to a local restaurant, where you enjoy a traditional Korean lunch featuring classic regional dishes. In the afternoon, proceed to Insadong Antique Street, reached after a brief drive, and enjoy time to stroll through this lively cultural district known for traditional craft shops, art galleries, tea houses, and souvenir stores.

The tour concludes with a return drive of approximately 80 minutes to Incheon International Airport, allowing ample time for guests continuing their onward journey.

Note

Please Note: This tour involves a moderate to extensive amount of walking of approximately 1.9 miles (3 km) on mostly flat, paved surfaces with around 60 steps in total; it is wheelchair accessible using foldable wheelchairs, as all venues provide ramps or elevators; the tour includes several longer coach drives, including approximately 90 minutes each way between Incheon and Seoul; lunch and two drinks are included; photography is permitted, except no flash inside the National Folk Museum; the itinerary order may change for operational reasons; guests joining this tour should have flights departing after 19:00 from Incheon International Airport.