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Walk along the stone walls of Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by King Jeongjo. Step inside Hwaseong Haenggung, the royal palace where the king stayed on his visits to Suwon. Taste Suwon's famous whole fried chicken and traditional market snacks with your guide's suggestions. Enjoy scenic stops at Seojangdae, Hwahongmun Gate and the glowing evening scenery of the fortress. Relax in a private Staria-class van with hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Seoul.
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Overview Spend a relaxed day in UNESCO-listed Suwon with your own Staria-class van, an English-speaking guide and hotel pick-up. Explore King Jeongjo's fortress, palace and local flavors at your own pace, and choose one of three recommended courses. Recommended Course A: King Jeongjo's Fortress Stops: Hwaseong Fortress wall section (Janganmun, Hwaseomun, Seojangdae), Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, Haenggungdong cafe street. 08:30 Hotel pick-up in Seoul 09:40 Walk the fortress wall from Janganmun to Seojangdae (about 2 km, gentle uphill) 11:50 Guided visit to Hwaseong Haenggung Palace and the story of King Jeongjo 13:30 Lunch in Haenggungdong (meal at your own expense) 14:45 Free time for lanes and cafes 16:00 Return to Seoul, drop-off around 17:15 Seasonal note: spring blossoms and autumn colors are lovely; in winter we shorten the wall walk. A fortress trolley is available as an option (fee to be confirmed). Recommended Course B: Suwon Market & Chicken Day Stops: Jidong and Mokgol markets, Suwon galbi lunch, Suwon fried chicken street and Paldalmun Gate. 08:30 Hotel pick-up in Seoul 09:45 Arrive at Jidong and Mokgol markets 10:00 Market walk and snack tasting with your guide 12:15 Suwon galbi lunch (restaurant to be confirmed) 14:15 Paldalmun Gate and fried chicken street 15:45 Return to Seoul, drop-off around 17:00 Seasonal note: a good choice in every season, and especially comfortable on rainy or winter days. Weekdays are usually less crowded. Recommended Course C: Starfield & Sunset Fortress Stops: Starfield Suwon Library, Gwanggyo Lake Park, Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion and Hwahongmun Gate. 11:30 Hotel pick-up in Seoul 12:30 Starfield Suwon Library and lunch at the mall 14:30 Gwanggyo Lake Park walk and cafe break 16:45 Banghwasuryujeong, Hwahongmun and Yongyeon pond at sunset 18:30 Dinner near Haenggungdong (restaurant to be confirmed) 19:30 Return to Seoul, drop-off around 20:45 Seasonal note: best from October to February when sunset comes early; in summer the timetable shifts later. What's Included Private Staria-class van with driver (1 vehicle for your group) English-speaking guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Seoul Fuel, tolls, parking and vehicle insurance Admission to Hwaseong Haenggung (inclusion to be confirmed) What's Not Included Meals and drinks Personal expenses and optional tips Approximate admission fees: Hwaseong Haenggung about 1,500 to 2,000 KRW per adult (to be confirmed); fortress wall walk free; fortress trolley about 6,000 KRW (optional, to be confirmed); Starfield, Gwanggyo Lake Park and markets free. Fried chicken about 18,000 to 22,000 KRW per chicken. Meeting & Pick-up Departure city: Seoul. Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Seoul (Myeongdong, Jongno and Gangnam areas); other areas may need extra travel time and are to be confirmed. Exact pick-up time and spot are confirmed after booking; please arrive 10 minutes early. Good to Know Please wear comfortable shoes for the fortress walk; we are happy to shorten the walking section on request. The order of stops may change with weather and traffic to keep your day running smoothly. Please let us know about vegetarian, vegan or allergy needs when booking, and we will suggest suitable restaurants. Fried chicken street can be busy at weekends, so weekdays are a relaxed choice. Opening hours and closing days of sights are to be confirmed before your tour date.
Yes. The Staria-class van, driver and English-speaking guide are just for your group, so you can travel at your own pace.
We pick you up from your hotel in central Seoul and drop you back there in the evening. Your exact pick-up time and spot are confirmed after booking.
Course A focuses on Hwaseong Fortress and the palace, Course B is a market and food day with Suwon galbi and fried chicken, and Course C pairs Starfield Library and Gwanggyo Lake with the fortress at sunset. Pick the mood that excites you most.
Meals and drinks, personal expenses, optional tips and the optional fortress trolley are paid separately. Hwaseong Haenggung admission is about 1,500 to 2,000 KRW per adult.
Yes. The pace is relaxed, and your guide can shorten the wall walk or add breaks. Courses B and C involve mostly flat walking.
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