Private Sightseeing Guide
From KRW 350,000Suitable for standard Seoul and private sightseeing itineraries.
GENERAL GUIDE PRICE GUIDE
Private Tour Guide Rates in Korea
Use these prices as a planning guide. The final quotation depends on language, qualification, destination, service hours, regional travel and availability.
Guide Service Pricing
GENERAL RATE TABLE
The written quotation and contract take priority over the general examples below.
Important: guide and vehicle service are priced separately. Guide working hours and vehicle operating hours may also be different.
| Guide Service | Included Time | Rate Guide | Overtime | Planning Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Private Guide | Up to 10 hours | From KRW 350,000 | KRW 40,000 / hour | Common Seoul and general private-tour service |
| Licensed Professional Guide | Up to 8 hours | From KRW 400,000 | KRW 30,000 / hour | When official qualification or advanced interpretation is requested |
| Regional Guide Service | By itinerary | Custom Quote | Quoted separately | Transport, meals and accommodation may apply |
| Multi-Day Guide Service | By day | Custom Quote | Quoted separately | Guide stays with the group across several days and cities |
| Business Visit Support | By schedule | Custom Quote | Quoted separately | General language and schedule support for visits and events |
Common Guide Categories
WHICH GUIDE RATE APPLIES?
Official Licensed Guide
From KRW 400,000Recommended when official qualification or deeper interpretation is required.
Regional or Multi-Day Guide
Custom QuoteQuoted by destination, working hours, transport, meals and accommodation.
Guide Fee Breakdown
WHAT MAY BE INCLUDED OR CHARGED SEPARATELY
Commonly Included
- Guide service during confirmed working hours
- General cultural and destination explanations
- Language assistance during the itinerary
- Meeting-point and schedule coordination
- Basic practical support during the tour
May Be Charged Separately
- Overtime
- Guide meals or meal allowance
- Regional transportation
- Guide accommodation
- Entrance tickets and reservations
- Specialized interpretation
- VAT and payment-processing fees
Why Rates Differ
FACTORS THAT CHANGE THE FINAL GUIDE PRICE
Language
Less common languages may have limited supply and different rates.
Qualification
Official licensing or specialist experience can affect pricing.
Service Hours
Early starts, late finishes and overtime change the total.
Destination
Regional travel may require extra transport, meals or accommodation.
Season and Availability
Peak dates, holidays and major events may affect guide supply.
Specialized Service
Business, conference, legal or technical interpretation may require a separate specialist.
Vehicle and Guide Together
SEPARATE SERVICES, ONE ITINERARY
Vehicle Service
Includes the assigned vehicle, driver, fuel and the confirmed transportation schedule.
VIEW VEHICLE RATESGuide Service
Includes interpretation, destination explanations and support during confirmed guide hours.
REQUEST A GUIDE
Regional Service Costs
MEALS, TRANSPORT AND ACCOMMODATION
Guide Meal
The customer may provide a meal or pay the stated meal allowance.
Regional Transport
The guide may travel with the group or require separate transport to the meeting point.
Overnight Stay
Appropriate guide accommodation is required for overnight regional service.
Early or Late Service
Special transport or additional charges may apply when public transportation is unavailable.
Guide Rate Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. Private guide service is normally quoted per guide, not per passenger.
No. Vehicle and guide services are separate and should be quoted independently.
Not automatically. Guide meals or meal allowance may apply depending on service hours and itinerary.
No. Overnight guide accommodation is normally provided by the customer or charged separately.
Yes, when schedule and availability allow. Overtime is charged according to the confirmed rate.
Not always. Language, date, destination, qualification and availability can affect the final rate.
After availability, terms and the required deposit are confirmed in writing.
Request an Exact Guide Quote
Send the date, destinations, daily working hours, passenger count, preferred language, qualification requirement and whether a vehicle is also needed.