Travel and transport agencies South Korea

Set up by the city of Seoul, although slightly more expensive than normal cabs, it avoids unpleasant surprises as all the drivers speak English (so there's no risk of overcharging). From the airport, as for all your other travel needs, this is the number to call to book a cab. Prices guaranteed by the tourist office; payment in cash or by credit card; easy to book by phone or online.

Passionate tour guides have decided to come together to create an agency that wants to make the trip a moment of conviviality, and small scale stays, never more than 12 participants, while respecting the populations and the environment. Several Planet Discovery tours pass through the city of Ōsaka including the original "Japanese Notebooks", discovery and creativity that will introduce you to calligraphic writing, haiku but will also allow you to meet artists in the fields of manga, printmaking or raku.

Created and managed by Delphine Fitousse, Route autour du Monde specializes in Asia and exotic destinations. But the agency also markets stays in North America, and of course in Las Vegas. Route autour du Monde offers a road trip to and from Las Vegas to discover the city and some of the region's most beautiful national parks, including Zion, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon. Las Vegas also features as a stopover on other holiday offers departing from Los Angeles.

The KTX (Korea Train Express) line between Seoul and Busan is the busiest in the Korean rail network. There are no fewer than 50 daily departures, approximately every 20-30 minutes, from 4:39 a.m. to 10:10 p.m. The journey takes between 2 hours 40 minutes and 3 hours 15 minutes. You can buy your tickets directly at the station or on the website. Tickets can be purchased up to a year in advance.

Jeju's bus system divides the island into four regions: Northeast (Jocheon, Gujwa), Northwest (Aewol, Hallim, Hangyeong), Southeast (Namwon, Pyoseon, Seongsan), Southwest (Andeok, Daejeong). Intercity express buses are numbered 100, city buses (mainline buses) for Jeju and Seogwipo are numbered 200, 300 and 500, rural buses are numbered 400, 600, 700, and finally, remote area buses that take visitors to key tourist sites and volcanic cones are numbered 810 and 820.

The capital is well served and the entire territory is impeccably serviced. It has three major train stations:

Seoul Station. It is the most important station in the capital and in the country. It connects Seoul to Busan in direct line. It is located in the northern part of the heart of the city.

Yongsan Station. It is the station to take for departures to the southeast and southwest. Located in the southern part of the city center.

Cheongnyangny Station. This is the station for departures to the east. A little off-center to the northeast.

Once there, if you want to let yourself go and enjoy your visits, call Cosmojin Tour! The latter offers a wide and beautiful range of tours, in Seoul (including DMZ and JSA) and outside, walking tours to discover the city at a different pace as well as "experience" tours (initiation to Korean cuisine, taekwondo, etc...), for families, and even if you feel like skiing. All at very low prices. The only negative point is that you might get a taste for it!

If you want to be totally free and not rely on public transport, you can rent a car. Be warned, however: driving in Seoul (and Korean cities in general) is hellish, and parking is often mission impossible. Nevertheless, driving on Korean soil is the best way to enjoy its splendid landscapes. A few conditions must be met: you must be at least 21 years old, have an international driving license, have had your license for at least 1 year and have a valid passport.

This "Peace Train" offers visitors the chance to discover some of the spots along the demarcation line in the Dorasan area. The proposed visits are as follows: Dorasan Station, the Dorasan Peace Park, the Dora Observatory (the northernmost observatory of the Demarcation Line, including a statue of Kim Il-sung, Kim Jong-un's grandfather and founder of the Communist Party of Korea) and finally, the ^Third Tunnel (the most famous of the war). Using the Peace Train is the only way to visit the observatory in Dora.

The Suncheon municipality organizes daily tours in the area (Suncheon city tour). Be careful, you have to make reservations, especially for weekends. Ask directly at the station where there is an information kiosk. It's not expensive and it's a great way to discover the different and main sites in the surroundings (on the program: Seonamsa temples, Songgwangsa temple, Suncheon park and bay, the folk village, etc.) There are guides, who speak a little English. For more information, the site is well done!

Another very good travel agency based in Seoul and certified by the tourist office of the city. On the program of the festivities, global or thematic tours (k-drama, k-pop, k-beauty...) of the capital, but also tours of Jeju Island (between 1 and 3 days) and ski trips. You can also make special requests if you want to visit another place than the ones proposed. The choice is quite large, the guides are passionate as well as competent and the prices of the tours are relatively reasonable.

Voted "best travel agency for foreign tourists" by the Korean Ministry of Culture in 2015, the agency has set up several interesting tours in Seoul (including DMZ and JSA) as well as in the rest of the country: Gyeongju, Mount Seorak, Jeju, Gongju/Buyeo... In addition, they offer themed tours such as boat tours, religious tours (Muslim, Catholic and Buddhist) and even medical tours! Even if the website is a bit old-fashioned, it's still well done and you'll find all the details and information you need.

It is probably one of the best local agencies to discover Korea and Seoul through thematic tours: photography packages, kpop tours, skiing, activities such as dancing, concerts... You also have the possibility to customize and choose your tour as you wish. HaB Korea also offers a lot of discounts on activities, museums... so we don't hesitate to go and have a look on their website. This agency is especially recommended for younger travellers.

If you're between the ages of 18 and 30, and would like to move to South Korea, the working vacation program is the perfect solution. For a period of one year, you can stay in the country and even have a small job to support yourself. The main conditions are: you must be between 18 and 30 years of age, not have already taken part in the program in Korea, have a reserve of 2,500 euros in your account, and take out PVT insurance. For the rest, you just need to fill out a few forms!

If you are sporty (fake flat) and have time on your hands, then the bike rental option is ideal. Be careful though, as there are very few bicycle paths (except along the Han River) and the traffic is very dense. Please note that you must be over 15 years old to be able to remove a bike. On the site, you will find all the procedure to follow to rent a bike in Seoul but also (and most importantly), an interactive real-time map showing you the nearest self-service points. You know what you have to do, saddle up!

The country's leading airline offers flights every 30 minutes, at most every hour, to and from Seoul. Departures from the capital are between 7 a.m. and 6:35 p.m., from Busan between 8:45 a.m. and 8:20 p.m. From Jeju, flights are between 8.40am and 9.05pm, from Busan between 7am and 7.25pm. Tickets cost between 60,000 and 150,000 won. To and from Busan, there are a total of nine daily flights. For more information, visit their website. Other low-cost airlines also cover the area.

This travel agency offers very attractive prices. It will organize for you the cheapest trip possible as well as the best adapted to your request and to the services you wish. You will be able to travel in private service from two people, at your own pace, with the best guides, thanks to the receptive partners selected by AURIGE - GROUPE MELTOUR. You will also be able to attend the most popular traditional festivals and celebrations in the country you wish to visit. The agency offers a serious service.

This agency offering 7- or 10-day tours across Korea was awarded the award of the Excellent Tour Organized in Korea and the Best Circuit Tour in 2006. A Francophone guide allows you to take full advantage of their benefit. In the programme: visit to Seoul, Gyeonju, Daegu and Busan. The Korean Folk Village, the National Park of Mount Songnisan and Mount Seorak are also included in their circuits as well as the Haeinsa Temple and the towns of Andong, Chungju and Gangneung.

This reputable agency offers quality stays around several themes in Japan and South Korea.

There are an impressive number of cabs in Seoul, at any time of the day or night. There are several different types: luxury cabs, which are black and more spacious than the others, but also a little more expensive; international cabs, which are orange and whose drivers all speak English, which can be very useful; and finally, classic cabs. The "Call Taxi" service will bring the vehicle to you. There is no guarantee that the driver will speak English.

Buses are practical, as they enable you to reach a more precise destination than with the subway. However, they often only use Korean, so if you can't read it, it can be a bit complicated. Seoul's buses are color-coded. Blue buses will cover the whole city. Green buses run between major stations and subway stops. Yellow buses concentrate on city centers. Red buses run in the suburbs and beyond. There are also fixed-route night buses.

This agency offers tours of Seoul (which can be interesting) but above all accredited tours of the DMZ. It offers a variety of tours at different prices and with different programs (their website details the offers).

The tours are not necessarily cheap, but they have the merit of being comprehensive. You need to be careful, as some options include pick-up directly from your hotel, as well as lunch, but others do not. The guides speak English, of course, and will be with you every step of the way.

Jeju International Airport is simply the largest in the country after Incheon. In addition to domestic flights, you can travel to other countries such as Japan, China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The following Korean airports serve it: Gimpo (Seoul), Cheongju, Daegu, Ulsan, Gimhae (Busan) and Gwangju. The most departures are from Seoul and Busan. The companies operating the flights are Korean Air, Asiana Airline, Jeju Air and Jinair. Once there, you can take a limousine bus (600) that serves the major hotels.

This cableway takes you directly up to the Gwongeumseong fortress, with a 670 m drop, and takes just 5 minutes. This is the best way to admire Seoraksan, as the view is exceptional. It's best to avoid weekends, otherwise you'll have to wait up to 2 hours before boarding. Keep an eye on the weather forecast, as it won't work in strong winds. Easy, impressive and accessible to all, whatever your physical condition.

Enjoying a good reputation and having won an award at the TTG Travel Awards in 2017, this agency organizes a range of tours in Seoul (including DMZ and JSA) as well as night tours and various tours on the theme of culinary culture, Korean TV series or even the famous BTS boy band (fans will be delighted). It is one of the best agencies in the city and it is certainly the one that offers the most proposals to visitors. It can also allow you to have a SIM card or an Internet router if needed.

This serious and quality agency offers many theme trips and guided tours from half a day to a weekend (Seoul, DMZ, Gyeongju, Buyeo, Seoraksan National Park, ski trip in Pyeongchang city, culinary activities...). All you have to do is make your choice according to your preferences! Bonus point, if you wish, they can even pick you up when you arrive at the airport. Their aim is to offer memorable stays and souvenirs to visitors, whom they consider "friends".

The many sites are quite far apart, which is why the city has set up its own tours. There are 3 daytime tours: the World Heritage (the most interesting of all), the East Sea and the Silla, as well as two nocturnal tours. To avoid disappointment, it's best to book in advance and avoid weekends. It's a great way to discover the richness of Gyeongju, and to limit transport fatigue.

Asiana Airlines is Korea's second-largest airline, after Korean Air. But rest assured, the service is just as good. The airline offers 6 weekly departures with direct flights to Seoul (Incheon International Airport) on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The outward flight takes 12 hours and the return 14.30 hours. The company also offers domestic flights on Korean soil (or in the sky, rather). Fares are lower than with Air France or Korean Air.

There are several bus stations in Seoul but two are more important and connect the whole country:

Seoul Express Bus Terminal. It is the most important bus station in the capital. Buses depart from there to serve the provinces of Gyeongsang-do and Gangwon-do. There is also a huge shopping mall.

Dongseoul Express Bus Terminal. Buses serve Gangwon-do, Gyeongsang-do, Chungcheong-do and Jeolla-do provinces.

As a French-speaking travel agency, Phoenix Voyages aims to provide new travel experiences. They offer a wide range of tours, from the most classic to the most luxurious, with an emphasis on friendly encounters and intercultural exchange with local populations, for an unforgettable stay. Their experience (over 20 years in the region) guarantees expertise and top-quality service. Customize your stay with a range of activities designed around your passions and interests.