3-Day KORAIL Tour of Busan and Gyeongju from Seoul
Journey down to Gyeongju from Seoul by taking a ride on Korea's bullet train, KTX, on this small group, 3-day multi-day tour. 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. The next day, relax and enjoy some leisure time at Busan. Then head over to Busan Station and depart to Seoul in a 3 hour ride by KTX.
ItineraryDay 1: Gyeongju Heritage Half-day TourStop At: Bulguksa Temple, Bulguksa 385 Bulguk-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 38127 South Korea
Bulguksa Temple is a representative relic of Buddhist culture from the Silla kingdom. The temple was built in 528 during the 15th year of King Beop-Heung's reign (514-540) to wish for pease and prosperity for all. It was later rebuilt in 751 by Kim Dae-Seong. Unfortunately, the temple caught fire during the Imjin War (1592-1598). After this time, the temple suffered serious damage and was often the target of robbers.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Cheomseongdae Observatory, 140-25 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 38170 South Korea
the Cheomseongdae Observatory, the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia
Stop At: Gyeongju Historic Area, 162-27, Noseo-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 780-932 South Korea
discover the Gyeongju National Museum, which displays the artifacts from the Silla culture, with 2,500 exhibits including Silla crowns and Buddhist artifacts on display, and a further 80,000 in storage.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Daereungwon Tomb Complex, 9 Gaerim-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do 38165 South Korea
You will visit the Daereungwon or Royal Tumuli Park, a cluster of the royal graves of the Kings and Queens of Silla
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Busan Culture Full-day TourStop At: Busan Gamcheon Culture Village, 203, Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan 49368 South Korea
You will visit the Gamcheon Culture Village, a series of houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning this village the moniker of "Machu Picchu of Busan."
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jagalchi Market, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan South Korea
You will visit the Jagalchi Market. It is lively and showcases the outgoing personalities of the people of Busan and the south. The market has a wide variety of sea fish including sea bream, flatfish as well as octopus and abalone to name just a few.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Yongdusan Park, 37-55, Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan 48950 South Korea
Then visit Yongdusan Park, named dragon's head (yongdu) as the mountain peak was said to resemble a dragon’s head and believed to protect the area against foreign invaders overseas. The park is home to a variety of monuments, including Cheokhwabi Monument, Chunghontap Pagoda, 4.19 Revolution Monument, a statue of Admiral Yi Sun-shin, and Busan Tower.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gukje Market, 38, Gukjesijang 2-gil, Jung-gu, Busan 48946 South Korea
Gukje Market Food Street boasts over 60 years of history. It offers delicious Korean food such as gimbap, sundae (Korean blood sausage), and noodles. The open seating and street dining are representative characteristics of the traditional marketplace. The area specialty is Chungmu Gimbap (rolls made of dried seaweed stuffed with rice and served with spicy radish and boiled squid) and is wildly popular among Koreans and international tourists.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"A minimum of 2 people per booking is required"
"A maximum of 2 people per booking"
"Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative site"
"Dress comfortably"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
10:00 AM
Duración: 2 Days
Lugar de comienzo: 1: Singyeongju Station, 80 Singyeongjuyeok-ro, Geoncheon-eup, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
2: Jungang-daero, 초량제3동 Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea
3: Busan, South Korea
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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