Dear Students,

Interested in discovering Korea beyond the usual tourist spots? 

You are cordially invited to join the KOncierge Local Tours for International Students, a free pilot program designed for international students and English-speaking residents in Korea.

Through this pilot program, KOncierge provides a unique opportunity for participants to experience Korea’s language, history, culture, neighborhoods, and local stories with certified guides. Whether you are new to Korea or have been living here for some time, this program is designed to help you understand Korea from a deeper and more personal perspective.

About KOncierge

KOncierge is a inbound travel platform that helps international visitors and residents experience Korea more conveniently and meaningfully, without language or information barriers.

As part of our first pilot program, KOncierge is offering selected participants the opportunity to join local tours 100% free of charge. This program is being conducted to improve and further develop KOncierge Local Tour services for future global inbound travelers and international residents in Korea.

Available Tour Programs

1. Hangeulize Me!

Date: Jun 17, Wednesday

Time: 2:00 PM
https://luma.com/zon7shpv

Learn the principles of Hangeul and create your own personalized Hangeul keyring using your name or a meaningful word. 

2. Seochon & Buam-dong Walking Tour

Date: Jun 23, Tuesday

Time: 1:00 PM
https://luma.com/druhdk5n

Walk through the alleys, forest paths, and literary spaces of Seochon and Buam-dong, and discover the stories and atmosphere of Seoul’s historic neighborhoods. 

3. Western Missionaries and the Making of Modern Korea

Date: July 2, Thursday

Time: 10:00 AM

https://luma.com/668lvc0f

Explore how Western missionaries influenced Korea’s education, healthcare, independence movement, and modernization. 

4. National Museum × Hangeul Calligraphy

Date: Jun 27, Saturday

Time: 5:00 PM

https://luma.com/qwt7kr9t

Visit the National Museum of Korea to appreciate Korean artifacts, then create your own Hangeul calligraphy artwork. 

Benefits and Opportunities for Participants

Free Participation

· Selected participants can join the tour program free of charge.

· The program includes guided local experiences led by certified guides.

Deeper Understanding of Korea

· Learn about Korean language, history, culture, neighborhoods, and people through field-based storytelling.

· Experience Korea beyond online content, K-pop, K-drama, and well-known tourist attractions.

Cultural and Local Experience

· Join hands-on cultural activities such as Hangeul keyring making and Hangeul calligraphy.

· Explore meaningful local areas and historical sites with professional guidance.

Application and Eligibility

This pilot program is open to international students and English-speaking foreign residents currently staying in Korea.

Participants should be interested in Korean culture, history, language, local neighborhoods, and meaningful travel experiences.

To learn more about the tour programs and apply, please visit the link below:

KOncierge Local Tours for International Students

https://shared.koncierge.im/KOncierge-Local-Tours-for-International-students-36da7536480a803e8367ce4371811445

For more information about KOncierge, please visit:

https://koncierge.kr/en

We look forward to welcoming students who are excited to discover Korea in a deeper and more meaningful way.

Thank you.