Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Gyeonggi

Ring in the season with festive energy at Seoul's night markets, where Gwangjang Market comes alive with sizzling Bindaetteok and steaming Sundae perfect for December celebrations. Stay at Hotel Gracery Seoul in the city center, then head to the DMZ's Dora Observatory for sweeping views into North Korea and peaceful Cheonggyecheon Stream. Warm up with ginseng chicken soup at Tosokchon Samgyetang's traditional hanok house, and check out cozy Ikseon-dong cafés serving Korean tea and creative holiday desserts.

See Seoul's festive decorations during Christmas and New Year with private tours of Gyeongbokgung Palace, where you'll watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony performed in traditional Hanbok dress. Head to the DMZ's Third Tunnel of Aggression and Dorasan Observatory for views into North Korea, then try authentic Korean cuisine including Bulgogi and Bibimbap. Walk through Bukchon Hanok Village's 900 traditional houses and take in city views from the 236-meter-high N Seoul Tower, a great spot for celebrating the holidays in Gyeonggi's capital.

Celebrate the festive season at Seoul's illuminated Namsan Park and N Seoul Tower, decorated with seasonal displays and winter lights. Ring in the New Year with a lively performance at the Myeongdong Nanta Theater Show, then do holiday shopping at the Starfield Library in COEX Mall and browse year-end merchandise at the Seoul YG Store and SM Entertainment Studio Center.

Celebrate the festive season at The Garden of Morning Calm's illuminated night gardens, featuring seasonal displays perfect for holiday photos. Check out the magical atmosphere of Starfield Library in COEX Mall and enjoy winter festivities at Lotte World's indoor theme park with special holiday parades and ice skating. Ring in the New Year with panoramic views from N Seoul Tower overlooking Seoul's sparkling cityscape, then shop for unique gifts at the trendy Seongsu-dong Arts District and bustling Myeong-dong street markets.

Wander through the Garden of Morning Calm's illuminated floral arrangements and landscaped gardens near Nami Island during the season. Shop at Myeong-Dong's beauty district and dine at Gwangjang Market's food stalls. Walk Namsan Park's cherry tree paths with December departures offering winter scenery and holiday atmosphere throughout Seoul's neighborhoods.

Ring in the holiday season with Seoul's spring transformation during special November-December and January departures. Walk beneath cascading cherry blossoms at Seokchon Lake and along the Anyangcheon Cherry Blossom Walkway while taking in the festive energy in Myeong-dong's busy shopping district. The 5-day itinerary includes cozy 4-star downtown accommodations, 6 breakfasts, and private guided visits to Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namsan Park, mixing seasonal beauty with cultural activities for a memorable New Year celebration.

This private 5-day tour celebrates the festive season in Seoul, starting at Gyeongbokgung Palace where you'll dress in traditional Hanbok and see the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Head to the Korean Demilitarized Zone to walk through the Third Tunnel of Aggression and take in panoramic views from Dorasan Observatory, with included meals featuring authentic Korean dishes like Bulgogi and Bibimbap. Walk through Bukchon Hanok Village's 900 traditional hanoks and go up the 236-meter N Seoul Tower for city views during this festive getaway.

This private tour takes you to Gyeongbokgung Palace where you'll see the Changing of the Guard ceremony and walk through 900 traditional hanoks in Bukchon Hanok Village during the festive season. The itinerary includes a visit to the Third Tunnel of Aggression at the Korean Demilitarized Zone, which spans 1,635 meters, and you'll observe North Korea from Dorasan Observatory before having a traditional Bibimbap lunch. You'll stay 4 nights at the 4-star Ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan, with Christmas and New Year departures available. Head up N Seoul Tower, standing 236 meters high, for panoramic views of the city, and try authentic Bulgogi while wandering through the lively antique alley of Insadong.