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Bike tour, Travel back in time to Old Seoul

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Bike tour, Travel back in time to Old Seoul

About this activity

*Don't worry about hot summers! Our experience begins as the sun goes down to enjoy cooler temps & sunsets*

Join us as we embark on a journey through time & experience Seoul during our Joseon Dynasty! You'll hear fascinating stories about unique palaces and learn the WHY & HOW Koreans are the way they are today!

Many people travel to Seoul, but not many get the chance for a close look at the Joseon era that is right in the center of Seoul

Seoul is the city of palaces. It is the only city that has 5 ROYAL palaces from a single era. How can you not experience that?!

Ready to travel back in time?

No time machine or super powers

Just bikes!

Our experience not only offers history at every turn, but you will also experience streets food and unique alleyways enjoyed by locals. You'll be able to view local cafes, boutiques, and more!

We want to encounter Seoul not only through it's rich history but also through the eyes of locals

*Tours conducted by a passionate UCANKOREA team member

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
UCANKOREA

Ages: Children (10–13 years) · Youth (14–18 years) · Adults (19–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Guide: In-person: English
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Safety equipments: Helmets & lights will be provided
  • Included: Bicycle use: Use of bicycle
  • Included: Snacks: One of locals' favorite street food will be provided. Examples of foods: Hotteok (Korean Sweet Pancake), Fish-shaped pastry (red bean), Korean corn-dog

Not included

  • Not included: Dinner

Itinerary

  1. Cheonggyecheon Stream

    15 min

    Do you know the word Feng Shui? this stream is where Korean ancestors chose as main water for the capital!

    Until 1960, this was surprisingly different than what it is now that homeless people, beggars and gangsters used to live here.

    How about now?

    It's man-made stream loved my locals located right in the middle of sky-scrappers (banks and investment companies)

    What a change!

  2. Seoul City Hall

    5 min

    Can you guess where rich & powerful people live now?

    Koreans would say Gang-nam or Han-nam.

    How about one dynasty before now?

    It was central Seoul where we will meet and take a journey together!

    The area with this city-hall, all the power was centered.

    We will see what happened together, Let's go!

  3. Deoksugung

    10 min

    Can I take a moment to pull myself together before I start talking about here?

    because this place is attached to the end of Joseon era. Our last king had lived here and People had to let this kingdom fade away.

    Because of this, the next place has interesting city legend/myth.

  4. Deoksugung Doldam-gil

    5 min

    We love this stone-wall street not because it makes you feel clear change of each season such as cherry blossoms in spring, bright green in summer, and autumn leaves in fall but also city legend that people say you will break up with your lover if walking down here.

    Why? because this has farewell feeling coming from the historical fact that we finished the previous era right here.

    Don't worry! It doesn't count as we don't walk but ride a bike. and you don't mind breaking up with me.

  5. Jung-dong

    5 min

    Will you be surprised if I say Korea has tons of churches & cathedrals?

    This area has beautiful and peaceful vibe with the first-built western churches from enlightenment movement at the end of Joseon era.

  6. Gyeonghuigung Palace

    15 min

    How will you feel if you are left alone in Seoul age of 18 years old?

    Gwanghae did a great job during Japanese invasion in late 16C and finally became the King.

    However! insecurity coming from his origin that he was the son of concubine badly got him. the stress and pressure from his young age.

    and somehow, building this palace was the biggest mistake he ever made. Do you want me to continue?

  7. Gwanghwamun Square

    20 min

    Who do you think you are?

    Yes! you must be one of the most successful people as you pass this square that was power center back then!

    Who do we see here?

    the 2 most respected historical figures of Korea.

    this two characters will give you some life lesson!

  8. Gyeongbokgung Palace

    10 min

    Just by pausing at the entrances of each of the palaces,

    We can feel the energy of the era and view the architecture and beauty from 600 years ago.

    Are you ready to greet each palace that has a different story?

    According to the theory, this palace explains why Kim, Lee and Park are the 3 most common family names in Korea. and it is quite fascinating. Let's check it out together

  9. Samcheongdong-gil Road

    10 min

    You are not here only for history, Are you?

    We'll also see how local hang out and spend their day by going through small alley ways full of cafes, boutiques, and restaurants.

    Local way is always worth it

  10. Jongno 3 Stalls Alley

    10 min

    *There will be plenty of conversation at each stop, we’ll rest and admire the locations.

    *In case of bad weather, it will be replaced by a walking tour.

    Are you excited to know all the fascinating stories about each palace of the dynasty that ended ONLY 114 years ago?

    History tells us HOW and WHY Koreans are the way we are NOW.

    Besides Seoul, no other city in the world has 5 ROYAL palaces from a single dynasty

    Seoul is the city of palaces. How can you not experience that.

    Are you ready to travel back in time?

    We don't have a time machine or super powers

    But we have bicycles!

    There are many people traveling to Seoul, but not many people get the chance to have a close look at the Joseon kingdom that is right in the center of Seoul

    On this tour:

    1. Explore the history by getting a glimpse of the palaces across Seoul

    2. Feel like a local at every turn, experiencing the mosaic of modern skyscrapers and nature

    3. Enjoy locals' street foods

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • *Please add 10 mins to the ETA for the walk to exit 12

    Euljiro 3ga station, exit12

    Korean address: 을지로3가역

    *You will see a big Atlas statue

    &please message us if you can't find our meeting point

End point

  • *Please add 10 mins to the ETA for the walk to exit 12

    Euljiro 3ga station, exit12

    Korean address: 을지로3가역

    *You will see a big Atlas statue

    &please message us if you can't find our meeting point

Using your ticket

Hello,

*Please add 10 mins to the ETA for the walk to exit12

(You will see a big atlas statue there)

Please ensure you are on time for the experience as joining late will not be allowed.

1. Meeting point:

Euljiro 3ga station (exit. 12)

Korean address: 을지로3가역

Link:

Naver Map

https://naver.me/F2ikNb81

*Please be careful because there are other stations like Euljiro 1ga or 4ga.

Our meeting point is ‘Eulgiro 3ga’

(을지로3가역)

2. ***We’ll leave at designated time to keep our experience on time***

(A refund of any kind is NOT applicable in case of absence or tardiness)

Let’s be on time.

*You MUST have basic bike riding skills as we want our guests to enjoy our biking experience

*Please pack light as our bikes don’t have baskets to carry heavy bags.

*The bikes can only hold less than 100kgs(220lb), more than that on our bikes can be dangerous for guests

*In case of bad weather, it will be replaced by a walking tour.

*In case of damage or loss of items, compensation will be done through the aibnb system based on the repair or purchasing cost

Your experience with ucankorea will be conducted by one of ucankorea's crew

Thank you,

see you soon!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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