The Korea Wellness Tour is a 3.5-hour cultural and culinary experience enjoyed at Gyeongdong Market, the center of Korea's traditional medicine. Explore this medicinal herb market, which boasts a 600-year history, and learn about the history of Korean herbal medicine from the Joseon Dynasty to modern wellness. Discover traditional Korean medicinal herbs that may be unfamiliar to you in your local area. Stroll through the vibrant Gyeongdong Market and enjoy a nutritious local lunch. The tour concludes with a ‘Charye’ (Korean tea ceremony) where you enjoy herbal tea, followed by a brief rest and time to clear your mind. This tour harmoniously blends history, food, and well-being, connecting the daily lives of Koreans with knowledge of traditional herbal medicine. It is perfect for those looking to relax comfortably after a busy schedule.
3 Hours2 Min.EN / KR / FR
Free 48h Cancellation
All diets available
All tastings included
No tourist traps
What you’ll discover in this tour
Herb Market
Visit the market with 600 years of history and learn about the herbal medicine history of Korea
Korean Medicine Center
Take a walk through the exhibition related to the Korean medicine. Choose between a Korean herbal eye compress or herbal foot bath
Gyeongdong Market
DIscover the various healthy traditional foods, seasoned herbs, greens and fermented sauces 'Jang'
Lunch
Samgyetang or Jeonju-style Baekban featuring plentiful options of healthy sides
Traditional Tea
Conclude this experience with a tea ceremony experience. Ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea with bitter flavor) or omija (schisandra berry tea)
Dietary Requirements
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary restrictions when booking.
We can accommodate vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free needs.
Languages: English, KoreanFood ExpertKorean History
Food Expert, Currently Teaching "Culture & Cuisine in Korea" at CIEE (Exchange Program Students from the U.S.), Former Teacher at the Culinary & Arts of Woosong University. Follow her LinkedIn (@Veronica Tae-Ahn Kang) for more information
Dji-Yon
2+ years experience
Languages: English, Korean, FrenchManagerKorean History
Passionate about Korean Culture, has studied Social and Cultural Anthropology at Strasbourg University and Korean Civilization at Bordeaux University
