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Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Bukchon Hanok
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Jeonju Food Tour
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Tea Field Walk
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Step into Korea’s royal past at Gyeongbokgung Palace, where grand gates, colorful pavilions, and peaceful courtyards tell stories of the Joseon Dynasty. Your guide shares insights you won’t find on plaques, from hidden symbols in the architecture to the daily life of the royal court. Visit early or late for the quietest moments and a chance to soak in the beauty without the crowds.

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Stroll through the sloping lanes of Bukchon Hanok Village, where traditional wooden houses (hanok) sit tucked between modern buildings. Your guide helps you notice the little details—roof tiles, carved doors, even the meaning of house placement—while sharing stories from the people who still live here. It’s a peaceful, personal window into Korea’s living heritage.

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Discover Korea’s culinary heart in Jeonju, home of bibimbap and endless street food delights. With a local foodie guide, wander through markets and hidden alley stalls, tasting crispy jeon pancakes, handmade noodles, and fermented delicacies that locals have perfected over generations. This isn’t about fancy restaurants - it’s about real flavor and warm hospitality.

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Wander through the lush green tea fields of Boseong, where perfectly lined rows stretch over gentle hills and morning mist lingers in the air. With your guide, learn how tea is grown and harvested, and enjoy a peaceful tasting session overlooking the fields. It’s a quiet, refreshing escape that captures Korea’s slower, more scenic side.

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