Seoul Excursion: Nami Island, Petite France & Italian Village with Morning Calm Garden Tour

Embark on a Seoul excursion to Nami Island, Petite France, Italian Village, and the Morning Calm Garden. Explore beautiful landscapes, visit French-style buildings, and enjoy a light festival in the oldest private garden in Korea.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nami Island - Nami Island: Famous for its beautiful tree lined roads, you can enjoy the island by walking at your own pace or rent a bike and cycle around. The island is full of attractive landscapes and was used as the filming location for the famous Korean drama “Winter Sonata”.
  • Petite France - Petite France: A little vibrant French village that stands out with its brightly colored buildings. This village consists of many photo-worth spots that was featured on many dramas and variety shows, such as “Beethoven Virus”, “Secret Garden”, “Running Man” and the most recent, “You Who Came From The Stars”.

Italian Village: You can also explore the Italian village “Pinocchio and Da Vinci” right next to Petite France. There are exhibitions and performances about the fairy tale “The Adventures of Pinocchio”. There is also a 10.8m giant Pinocchio figure as well.

  • The Garden of Morning Calm - From 1st Dec- 10th Mar 2024, winter schedule will applied with a late departure in order to enjoy the light festival in the Garden of Morning Calm

The Garden of Morning Calm: Enjoy a stroll at the oldest private garden in Korea. This garden has attracted an array families, friends, couples and photographers frequently to explore the variety of festivals held throughout the year.

What's Included
  • Transportation
  • English/Chinese speaking staff
  • Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Traveler’s insurance
  • Other Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Experience the must-visit sights outside Seoul in a day. Stroll through Korea’s oldest private garden and immerse yourself in the natural charm of the famous Nami Island. Tour the half-moon island, renowned for its captivating views and recognized as the site for the popular Korean drama ‘Winter Sonata’. Stop over at Petite France, a miniature French village housing 16 distinctive French-inspired buildings. Right next door, you can discover the Italian village displaying exhibits and performances of the fairy tale ‘The Adventures of Pinocchio’. A brief informative session will be provided by a knowledgeable staff member. The tour package includes entry charges and transport services in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach or minivan.

From December 1st to March 10th, 2024, a special winter schedule will be implemented with a later departure time to experience the light festival at the Garden of Morning Calm

  • From 12/20 to 2/28, the tour will have the chance to stop by Eobi Ice Valley, the popular photo spot in the area. The itinerary and visiting hours of attractions may change accordingly.
Location
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4
Cancellation Policy

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

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Nika_r
Aug 1, 2024
Amazing daytrip with great tour guide. - Our host Shana was really lovely and made a lot of effort to make this an interesting trip. While driving she explained about each sight we visited and also did some basic Korean expression lesson. While on locations she was constantly looking over our group just in case. As far as the experience it is hard to decide between Nami island and Garden of morning calm, because both were amazing. Nami island has so many amazing sights and it was just a pleasure to walk around, but Garden of morning calm is just so beautiful and peaceful. If you go in July be prepared for hot& humid weather.
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Dao_h
Jun 7, 2024
Celia is a good tour guide - Little French and Italian Village. It's a good tour. Celia is friendly and helpful. Everyone is happy with the tour
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Caroline_l
Jun 7, 2024
Long but beautiful day - Despite heavy holiday traffic which resulted in late arrivals in the scheduled itinerary, Lucia was very patient and determined in ensuring we were still able to enjoy the near allotted time at each site (even staying past opening hours at the villages)! Lucia explained everything thoroughly in advance and arranged a delicious dakgalbi lunch for us - she also doubled as a photographer! A long day but definitely covered a lot of ground (physically)!
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280anniel
May 7, 2024
Nami Island - Very knowledgeable and helpful guide who spoke very good English. Fantastic full day trip. Good value for money and highly recommended. Loved Nami Island and the garden of Morning Calm.
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Marialourdes_n
Apr 26, 2024
We had an awesome time! Loved Shana! - I was worried about my parents going on this tour give the length of time and the walking involved. Our tour guide Shana changed all that! Shana was incredibly accommodating and genuinely caring towards my parents, who have mobility issues. She showed us easier ways to enjoy Nami Island, Petit France and the Garden of Morning Calm. She took photos of our family, which was really nice. She not only taught us about the tour stops but also about Korea’s history, culture and language. She spoke fluent Chinese and English, and was efficient and well organized. We really had a great time during this tour and would highly recommend it. Shana was truly the best!
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Jenny_h
Apr 16, 2024
Beautiful Nami Island - Very enjoyable tour. Tour guide Mr Kim is very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour is itself is very well planned, we were lucky to see beautiful Cherry blossom in the Garden of Morning Calm. Highly recommended your!
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Sapphirewendy
Apr 7, 2024
Nami Island - We went as a family.. We had a great time.. Nammin the tour guide was kind and wonderful.. we will definitely reccommend him.
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M5zkg6jf6g
Apr 16, 2024
A beautiful garden and island to visit near Seoul - It was a rainy day but we enjoyed the tour. The guide contacted me one day in advance. The tour was well organized and the guide Lucinda was very helpful and nice. The garden of morning calm are breathtaking. I took so many pictures that were great views. Then we went to Nami island which was a short ferry ride. Despite the rain, we were able to walk around it, enjoying nature then had coffee and relax. The final stop was italian village and petite France which we did not like as it was deserted place , nothing to view, shops were closed. I am not sure if it’s like that always or because of rain but even though I do not recommend wasting time there.
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Melina2523
Apr 13, 2024
Great day trip! - Nami island and garden of morning calm are is a must while visiting Seoul. There weren't as much blooms in the garden of morning calm but what there was are beautiful. Nami island is a five minute ferry ride or you can fly into the island. It's an enjoyable walk with playful statues and ponds to see. Very relaxing. Wasn't as impressed with little petite France or Italy. To reach the hugh Pinocchio, it's a steep uphill climb. Sally and Soriya provided background for each destination on the tour. Friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Wear comfortable shoes, a lot of walking.
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Aikingaileen_l
May 5, 2024
Moderate experience - Nami Island is just a huge park! Long walk! A bus ride 8,000 won (no stopping) and a one way train ride 4,000 won. Unfortunately, it was a hot day on 28/4, I walked half way and stopped at Asian Family Restaurant (Halal) for lunch! Was so tired after a hilly walk in Petite France & Italian Village!
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