Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Seoul
Seoul, South Korea
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Trip Type: Half-day Tours
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy a 4-hour guided tour that begins with hotel pickup and takes you to the Hwaseong Fortress a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride a dragon trolley that travels between Mt. Paldalsan and Yeonmudae. Finally, go to the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace before being drop-off at Myeongdong area in Seoul.
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Enjoy a 4-hour guided tour that begins with hotel pickup and takes you to the Hwaseong Fortress a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride a dragon trolley that travels between Mt. Paldalsan and Yeonmudae. Finally, go to the Hwaseong Haenggung Palace before being drop-off at Myeongdong area in Seoul.Anyone who is interested in the history should not miss this tour.
First go to Hwaseong Fortress which is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and the official fortress of Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The fortress was designated as Historical Monument No. 3 in January 1963, and in December 1997, it was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
Hwaseong Trolley
Next, ride a trolley that travels between Mt. Paldalsan and Yeonmudae. The front of the trolley is shaped like a powerful dragon that signifies King Jeongjo, and guest ride in cars resembling palanquins that once carried king during his excursions.
** the trolley may not be available during bad weather or due unpredictable situations on your tour day.**
Hwaseong Haenggung Palace
Visit, a palace located outside of Seoul where the king used to stay when he traveled, or at time of war. Haenggung were primarily used by kings during war times to avoid attacks from enemy troops, and to run the country.
Itinerary
Hotel pickup → Suwon Hwaseong Fortress → Hwaseong Trolley → Hwaseong Haenggung Palace → Drop-off at Myeongdong, Seoul.
First go to Hwaseong Fortress which is an impressive structure from the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and the official fortress of Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The fortress was designated as Historical Monument No. 3 in January 1963, and in December 1997, it was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
Hwaseong Trolley
Next, ride a trolley that travels between Mt. Paldalsan and Yeonmudae. The front of the trolley is shaped like a powerful dragon that signifies King Jeongjo, and guest ride in cars resembling palanquins that once carried king during his excursions.
** the trolley may not be available during bad weather or due unpredictable situations on your tour day.**
Hwaseong Haenggung Palace
Visit, a palace located outside of Seoul where the king used to stay when he traveled, or at time of war. Haenggung were primarily used by kings during war times to avoid attacks from enemy troops, and to run the country.
Itinerary
Hotel pickup → Suwon Hwaseong Fortress → Hwaseong Trolley → Hwaseong Haenggung Palace → Drop-off at Myeongdong, Seoul.
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