Gyeongju (Korean: 경주, pronounced [kjʌŋ.dʑu]), historically known as "Seorabeol" (Korean: 서라벌, pronounced [sʌ.ɾa.bʌl]), is a coastal city in the far southeastern corner of North Gyeongsang Province in South Korea. It is the second largest city by area in the province after Andong, covering 1,324 km (511 sq mi) with a population of 264,091 people (as of December 2012.) Gyeongju is 370 km (230 mi) southeast of Seoul, and 55 km (34 mi) east of Daegu. The city borders Cheongdo and Yeongcheon to the west, Ulsan to the south and Pohang to the north, while to the east lies the coast of the East Sea. Numerous low mountains—outliers of the Taebaek range—are scattered around the city.
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Gain a true appreciation for Korea’s history and UNESCO world heritage sites on this package of day trips from Busan. Visiting Gyeongju, Daegu and Andong over three days, this comprehensive tour allows you to understand Korea’s most important ruling dynasties, sample each regions’ culinary specialties, and compare city to rural life. With your dedicated English-speaking guide and private minivan, sit back and enjoy Korea’s most spectacular sights. Day1 First destination is Gyeongju that's the oldest unified Kingdom in Korean History is called a Museum doesn't have a roof. Day2 after look around capital city of Shilla Dynasty you are supposed to go to Daegu where you are staying 2nights and you are going to see Andong which is known as good place about learning Joseon Dynasty Day3 for the last day, you are going to Haeinsa Temple which has 2 UNESCO heritages from Goryeo Dynasty and Joseon, before going to Seoul you are walking around Herb Museum and public market in Daegu as well.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities, accommodation in Daegu for 2 nights is not included. Our office is happy to provide information and can recommend places to stay. It is possible to start the tour from Gyeongju or another city near Busan.
My friends and I had such a fun time touring with our guide, Jade. He was very informative with a sense of humor. We learned a lot about Busan culture and the history of the places we saw. My favorite was the village. Thank you Jade!
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This tour is a private tour that reduces the cost per person as the number of participants increases. It is a very rewarding tour schedule that allows you to travel between Gyeongju, the capital of the old dynasty of Silla which unified 3 kingdom to one, and Busan, the second largest city in Korea. ● This tour was designed for tourists who visit Korea for the first time or who visit more than once in Korea and want to see other than Seoul. ● Our journey starts with Korea travel specialist who has full of knowledge about Korean History, Politics, Religions and Nature So Our tourist can listen a lot of story while moving. ● Tour start from Seoul or Incheon Airport, and drive down to southeast about 4 hours and then will reach in the millennium city called Gyeongju city and move to Busan city which is the second largest and biggest port city of Korea with full of joy and variety seafood. ※ Tour Itinerary is subject to change by customers request.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 2-nights accommodation, Breakfast, Vehicle Service, Private Driving guide, Hotel pick-up and sending
Exclusions: Personal Food(Lunch & Dinner) and Drink, Gratuities
Chance was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide. My fiancé and I enjoyed the trip and we feel that it was worth the money spent. Chance gave us a private skiing lesson and his visible passion for the job made the trip one to remember.
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Do you want to catch splendid history of Shilla which lasted about 1,000years? Through the tour, you will visit major tourists spot in Gyeongju : Bulguksa temple, Seokguram Grotto, Tomb park, Cheomseongdae observatory, Anapji(Dongung and wolji),etc, learning the history of Shilla by your professional tour guide. If you’re into ancient cultures and traditions or just want a break from the fast cars and bright lights of cities in South Korea, take a day trip to Gyeongju. Make a time travel at Gyeongju! Tour guides are friendly, accommodating and experienced. They will make your trip to Korea more special and memorable! Our guide will bring you local restaurant! This tour is a private tour so you can make your own plan, discussing with your tour guide! Plus, Here Korea Travel offers only quality tour program without any compulsory shopping centers to tourists visiting Korea. Enjoy more time at tour stops!
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Guide, Entrance fees in the itinerary, Hotel pickup and dropoff, Bottled water, KTX - Korean bullet train from Seoul(Seoul option)
Exclusions: Gratuities(optional), Other activities not on the tour plan
We went on a fullday sightseeing in the Busanarea with Yeoni Cho (Lada) as our guide. She is the best ☆☆☆☆☆!!!
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This 9 days tour will take you to beautiful fishing villages, mountain villages, and big cities such as Busan and cities with thousands of years of history. Korea has a perfect combination of mountains and beaches. Historical sites and beautiful scenery can be found not only in the small coastal towns but also in the remote forested mountains. This is a tour around Korea to uncover the many flavors and delicacies that define the very identity of a region, the lifestyle of its people as well as the many ways in which eating habits and cities give shape to one another. Enjoy the adventure of exploration when traversing around South Korea. The tour allows you to enjoy the beauty of nature, energetic trendy big city, peaceful rural areas, mountain range canyon sightseeing train, and tasty Korean local foods. ◆ A great tour for first-time visitors to South Korea who want to get to know a detail history of Korea and Korean foods. ◆ Take a Mountain Range Canyon Train (V-Train)
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation, Accommodation (8nights) 3 or 4 star Hotel, 8N/ double, twin, Triple sharing room based), Local English-speaking tour guide , Mountain Range Canyon Train(V-Train fares), Pick up & Drop off Service, Lunch : Local delicacies
Exclusions: Dinner, Travel insurance, Gratuities, ZIP Line fares
Jeonbuk has Korail Jeonbuk One-day. 2D1N tours. All you have to do is just follow amazingly talented guide. they will show you all you need and all you have to know about the Jeollabukto area.
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The 5-hour guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple, ancient tombs, and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia. You will head back to Seoul in awe and understanding why the historic sites at Gyeongju were registered as UNESCO's World Heritage Sites.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Private tour with private transportation (with fuel surcharge), Pick up/ Drop off at SinGyeongju Station
Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Drop-off/ Pickup at Seoul Station
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX. After the 2 hour ride, explore into the past of Korean history, religion, and science. The half day guided tour will amaze you as you discover the wonders of an old Buddhist temple (Bulguksa Temple), ancient tombs (Tumuli Park), and the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia (Cheomseongdae Observatory). Next day, experience what Busan has to offer through politics, religion, history, culture, traditions, and current lifestyle. The full day guided tour will have you explore Nurimaru APEC House, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Jagalchi Fish Market, Yongdusan Park, and Gukje Market. After finishing the 2-days unique experience at Gyeongju and Busan, head back to Seoul in a 3 hour ride by KTX.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, Breakfast, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Private transportation with Driver/Local Professional guide, Drop-off & pick up from Gyeongju Hotel
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner & Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off (before start of tour and at end of tour)
Great day with our English speaking guide. As a retired local school teacher, Sarah made our day very enjoyable and informative. Would happily recommend this day trip to a beautiful historical part of Korea. So glad we made the effort.
Accommodation: Best selected 4star hotels located in the heart of downtown. Tour Guide: Best selected Licensed English speaking guides, who are passionate, well-trained, and knowledgeable to create a truly unforgettable experience. Tour condition: Premium quality Service, Comfort, Hassle-free Travel, Not too rushed. There is so much to explore in Sparkling Korea - from the magnificent scenery, affluent cultural heritage, to the unique customs & traditions. Be inspired in this fantastic Korea experience! As Korean culture spreads around the globe, more and more people come to Korea seeking to experience it first hand.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Best selected 4star hotels located in the heart of downtown. Tour Guide: Best selected Licensed English speaking guides, who are passionate, well-trained, and knowledgeable to create a truly unforgettable experience. Tour condition: Premium quality Service, Comfort, Hassle-free Travel, Not too rushed. As Korean culture spreads around the globe, more and more people come to Korea seeking to experience it first hand.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Domestic airfare Seoul-Jejudo-Busan
Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Best selected 4star hotels located in the heart of downtown. Tour Guide: Best selected Licensed English speaking guides, who are passionate, well-trained, and knowledgeable to create a truly unforgettable experience. Tour condition: Premium quality Service, Comfort, Hassle-free Travel, Not too rushed. Lasting from September through November, the mild days of fall make it the most pleasant time of the year. The temperature varies greatly from day to night. The mountains, when blanketed with vivid golden and red autumnal leaves under the clear blue sky, are breathtaking. With your dedicated English-speaking guide and private minivan, sit back and enjoy Korea’s most spectacular sights.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Domestic airfare Seoul - Jejudo - Busan, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner
- Recommend of itinerary - A course Seokguram - Bulguksa Temple - Lunch - Folk Craft Village - Bomun Lake ( Pass ) - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village - National Museum - Return to Busan or Gyeongju B course Yangdong Folk Village - Lunch - Bomun Lake ( Pass by car)Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - National Museum - Palace and Wolji Pond- Folk Craft Village - Bulguksa Temple - Return to Busan or Gyeongju C course Bulguksa Temple -Gyeongju Folk Craft Village - Millennium Park - Lunch - Bomun Lake ( Passby car ) - Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond - Bunhwangsa Temples - Daereungwon Tomb Complex - Cheomseongdae - National Museum - Return to Busan or Gyeongju All itinerary, customized and flexible in depends on follow traveler's schedule.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Provide transport : Coach Bus/Mini Bus/Custom Van/Car ( Small / Large group), Transportation expenses Gas / Parking / Toll fees, English Speaking Local guide + Driver either Driving guide, Free charged pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch / dinner decide it as you wish local foods and pay at the spot, Entrance fees pay at the spot, Accommodation fees, Transport : Airport ( PUS )/ KTX Sin-Gyeongju station /Busan transfer
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