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Private Suwon Tour with Namsadang Play & Martial Arts Show

By Kangsan Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$384 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
Features
Overview
  • Hwaseong Fortress, which evokes images of Korea's feudal era
  • Skilled performance of traditional Korean martial arts
  • Amazing circus-like feats by the Korean *namsadang* troupe
  • Chance to go shopping at the Ginseng or Amethyst Centre
  • Expert guide reveals insight into Korea's history & culture

Activity location

    • Suwon, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • Seoul, South Korea

Check availability


Private Full-Day Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes9h 30m9h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$383.65 x 2 TravellersAU$767.30

Total
Price is AU$767.30
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate guided tour of Suwon and Ansung
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transport to and from most Seoul hotels
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive tour commentary provided in English
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch, drinks, and snacks

Know before you book

  • Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Seoul hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.

What you can expect

On this immersive tour, experience the wonder of the Hwaseong Fortress, a gigantic castle-like wall that surrounds the centre of the town of Suwon. Watch in awe during an authentic martial arts performance, and then head to the town of Anseong for a traditional namsadang show of acrobatics.

Your exciting day begins when your guide comes to pick you up at your hotel and transports you to the Hwaseong Fortress for a private tour of this spectacular walled city. Constructed between 1794 and 1796, this UNESCO-listed complex was built to house the remains of Korean royalty. Leave the fortress and head to Muye Dobo Tongji to watch a traditional martial arts display, featuring arts that date back to the Joseon dynasty. During this artistic and athletic performance, learn about the 24 different techniques used by soldiers from centuries past.

Next, make your way to the town of Anseong for a namsadang performance, put on by a travelling troupe of male performers who engage in acrobatics, singing, dancing, and circus tricks. With 6 different acts that include tumbling, puppetry, masks, traditional folk dance, hoop and plate spinning, and tightrope walking, this entertaining display embodies the spirit of local culture. After the show, return to Seoul for some shopping at the Ginseng or Amethyst Centre before being dropped off at your hotel.

Location

Activity location

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    • Suwon, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Seoul, South Korea