We participated as a group of three this time.
The meeting point was Exit 10 of Myeongdong Station. As it was our first trip to Korea, I was a little anxious, wondering, "Is this really the right place?" However, our guide, Dragon, called out my name, and we were able to meet up immediately.
Dragon was very pleasant and spoke Japanese exceptionally well, so we felt at ease joining the tour from the moment we met him.
On the day of the tour, due to a demonstration, the surrounding roads were heavily congested, so we walked a short distance from the meeting point. There, a large black van was waiting for us. We were then informed, "Today will be a private tour just for you all," which made for an unexpectedly special start.
During the journey, Dragon meticulously explained the history of Korea and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, making the approximately one-hour travel time fly by. It was a very enjoyable and meaningful time.
Upon arriving at Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a classical concert was being held, and it was bustling with many people. He guided us through places where kings used to live, explaining everything so clearly that even I, who am not particularly fond of history, found it interesting, making the tour increasingly enjoyable.
Furthermore, one of my companions had hurt their leg, and when we mentioned it, they made thoughtful arrangements, such as changing the original walking-only course to include car travel. They also took wonderful photos, capturing many shots at scenic spots, which created very fond memories.
The driver also drove carefully and reassuringly, making our journey comfortable.
Dragon and the driver, thank you very much for such an enjoyable time.
This is my personal impression, but this tour was outstanding in every aspect: the guide, the content, the service, and the attentiveness. It was a particularly memorable experience during this trip to Korea.
For anyone planning a trip to Korea, I highly recommend experiencing this tour at least once.