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2-Days Gyeongju Customised tour
By Frank Yi
Free cancellation available
per adult
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
Gyeongju, with a thousand-year history, is the capital of the Silla Kingdom. The whole of Gyeongju is a museum without walls, and it is a place where you can understand ancient Korean traditions, Buddhist culture, and Confucian culture. The Kingdom of Silla, with its splendid Buddhist culture and lives and extensive exchanges with China, Japan, and the Middle East, is of Korean important history and is famous as an educational centre for many Koreans and a tourist destination visited by foreigners, they want to know about Korean history and culture. I will recommend your customised itinerary to know the history and enjoy local foodies for 2 days.
- Recommend itinerary
Day 1 Seokgulam-Bulguksa-Folk Craft Village-Daereungwon Tomb Complex-Gyochon Village-Cheomseongdae Observatory-National Museum-Wolji Pond
Day 2 Mt. Namsan museum trail 4-6 hours or Yangdong Folk Village- Oksanseowon-Golgulsa Temple-Tomb of King Munmu-Gampo Port-Columnar Jointing Observation-Eubcheonhang
Activity location
- Seokguram
- 999 Jinhyeon-dong,
- 780-400, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Seokguram
- 999 Jinhyeon-dong,
- 780-400, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Check availability
Korean driver without Guide in Multilingual
- 2d
- Opening hours: Thu 8:30-9:30
- English
Saloon, Mini Van, Mini Bus: Small, Large Group with a Korean driver (Simple English)
Pickup included
Price details
S$1,605.24 x 1 AdultS$1,605.24
Total
* Select 6 adult tickets to get our lowest price of S$401.31 per adult
With Guide (1-7pax) in Multilingual
- 2d
- Opening hours: Thu 9:00-11:30
- English
Saloon, Mini Van: Small-Group with Guide or driving guide
Pickup included
Price details
S$1,605.24 x 1 AdultS$1,605.24
Total
* Select 6 adult tickets to get our lowest price of S$441.44 per adult
With Guide (8-15pax) in Multilingual
- 2d
- Opening hours: Thu 9:00-11:30
- English
Large Van, Mini Bus: Large-Group with Guide or driving guide
Pickup included
Price details
S$441.44 x 8 AdultsS$3,531.52
Total
What's included, what's not
- Private transport
- Busan, Gyeongju free transport service after the tour
- Free pickup and drop-off
- Guide + driver or driving guide
- Gas + toll + parking fees
- Hotel and accommodation
- Meals + Admission fees are not included ( pay at the sport )
- Seokgulam Grotto W 5,000/per Bulguksa temple W 5,000/per Tomb Complex W 3,000/per
- Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond W 2,000/per Yangdong Folk Village W 4,000/per
Know before you book
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Transport options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Minimum 2 people numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Meet up point: Customers are requested on time and location and we will pick- your up in front of the exit gate with your name picker.
- Please let me know your total travel luggage before arriving at the airport and train station if you can possible.
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Gyeongju Centre attraction
- 8 stops
- Meals: Not included
- Accommodation: Not included
Seokguram
- 1h
- Admission ticket not included
(Gyeongju UNESCO itinerary)
Seokguram is an artificial grotto constructed of granite that comprises an antechamber, a corridor and a main rotunda. It enshrines a monumental statue of the Sakyamuni Buddha looking out to sea with his left hand in dhyana mudra, the mudra of concentration, and his right hand in bhumisparsa mudra, the earth-touching mudra position. Together with the portrayals of devas, bodhisattvas and disciples, sculpted in high and low relief on the surrounding walls, the statues are considered to be a masterpiece of East Asian Buddhist art. The domed ceiling of the rotunda and the entrance corridor employed an innovative construction technique that involved the use of more than 360 stone slabs.
Bulguksa Temple
- 1h
- Admission ticket not included
Bulguksa is a Buddhist temple complex that comprises a series of wooden buildings on raised stone terraces. The grounds of Bulguksa are divided into three areas – Birojeon (the Vairocana Buddha Hall), Daeungjeon (the Hall of Great Enlightenment) and Geungnakjeon (the Hall of Supreme Bliss). These areas and the stone terraces were designed to represent the land of Buddha. The stone terraces, bridges and the two pagodas – Seokgatap (Pagoda of Sakyamuni) and Dabotap (Pagoda of Bountiful Treasures) – facing the Daeungjeon attest to the fine masonry work of the Silla.
Gyeongju Folk Craft Village
- 40m
Gyeongju Folk Craft Village consists of 40 thatched and tile-roofed houses, lived in by local artisans of traditional arts and crafts skills. Various fields of crafts production including metal, pottery, timber, jewels, hanbok (Korean traditional clothes), and stone-crafts can be found in the village.
Cheonmachong
- 1h
- Admission ticket not included
Large ancient tombs of kings and nobles of the Silla Kingdom can be seen around Gyeongju at the Daereungwon Tomb Complex. There are twenty-three large tombs located here; 13 have been excavated but only 1 (Cheonmachong - tomb of King Michu) is open to the public. The chamber of the tomb contained a lacquered wooden coffin which had burial goods placed around it. A total of 11,500 artefacts were recovered from the tomb, demonstrating the lavish lifestyle of the king. The tomb was excavated in 1973 and is believed to date probably from the fifth century.
Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
- 1h
At Gyeongju Gyochon Village, visitors can see the House of the Gyeongju Choi Clan (Important Folklore Material No. 27) and try some Gyeongju Gyodong Beopju Liquor (Important Intangible Cultural Asset No. 86-3). The village centers around the Gyeongju Choi Clan, a family known to have maintained their wealth for over 12 generations, producing many important people. Visitors can learn about the lifestyle and spending habits that enabled the family to do this. The village is also home to the site of Yoseokgung, the house of Silla Princess Yoseok. Nearby attractions include Gyerim Forest, Naemulwangneung Royal Tomb, and Gyeongjuhyanggyo Local Confucian School
Cheomseongdae Observatory
- 30m
- Admission ticket not included
Cheomseongdae Observatory, constructed during the reign of Queen Seondeok (r. 632-647), is one of the landmark of Gyeongju. The observatory was built in a cylinder shape at approximately 9 metres in height. The observatory consists of 365 stones, symbolising the number of days in a year. The rocks are piled in 27 layers symbolising the 27th ruler, Queen Seondeok, and the days in a lunar month by adding the of two rock layers on top.
It stands 9.17m high and the base stone on each side measures 5.35m.The Vernal Equinox, Autumnal Equinox, Winter Solstice, Summer Solstice and the 24 solar terms (also known as the astronomical solar year) were determined by observating of stars. The pavilion stone is believed to have been used as a standard of deciding directions, north, south, east and west. The 362 stones used to build Cheomseongdae represented the 362 days in a lunar year.
Gyeongju National Museum
- 1h
Gyeongju National Museum is loved by visitors and residents alike as it houses numerous historical and cultural artefacts of the Silla dynasty (57 BC - AD 935). The museum recently went through renovation, separating into an art gallery, historical artefacts exhibition hall, Wolji Pond exhibition hall, and a planned exhibition space. In addition to improving facilities for visitors' convenience, Gyeongju National Museum is making efforts to contribute to the community and reestablish its identity as a museum by making efforts to provide lifelong learning opportunities and improve management. As a significant cultural centre, Gyeongju National Museum not only strives to preserve, exhibit, and research the rich history and culture of Silla, but also to take a leap forward to become a cultural multi-complex centre by promoting international exchange opportunities, social education programmes, and a variety of special exhibitions.
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
- 1h
- Admission ticket not included
Anamji pond ( Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond )
Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond was a secondary palace used by the crown prince of the Silla Kingdom. It also served as a banquet site for important national events and important visitors. The pond was created in 674, during the reign of King Munmu. The pond features three small islands, and a landscape of 12 small hills to the northeast. After the fall of Silla, the site was abandoned and forgotten. The pond was referred to as "Anapji" from the Goryeo and Joseon periods and onwards. In the 1980s, a pottery fragment with the letters “Wolji” (a pond that reflects the moon) carved onto it was found, revealing the true name of the pond. After the discovery, the site was renamed to the current Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.
Day 2: Gyeongju East attraction either or Mt. Namsan ( trail )
- 9 stops
- Meals: Not included
- Accommodation: Not included
Yangdong Folk Village
- 2h
- Admission ticket not included
Gyeongju Yangdong Folk Village is Korea’s largest traditional village, showcasing the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty and the beautiful natural surroundings. Thanks to its many cultural heritages, including treasures, national treasures, and folklore materials, the entire village has been designated as a cultural heritage site. Many people have visited this village to see its wealth of cultural heritages and scenic surroundings. Charles, Prince of Wales, visited this village in 1993.
Seolchangsan Mountain and its four spines of mountains can be seen beyond the village. Approximately 160 old houses and 500-year-old thatched-roof cottages are nestled within the valley. Fifty-four of these homes, are over 200 years old and have been excellently preserved in their original state, offering a rare opportunity to view a variety of unique Korean traditional houses in person.
Oksanseowon Confucian Academy, Gyeongju
- 1h
The Oksan Seowon is a seowon (a private educational institution in Korea that functioned as both an academy and a Confucian shrine) Seowon is a type of local academy during the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897). The Oksan Seowon was built in a beautiful setting in deep wood on the banks of a stream that cuts through a beautiful rock formation. The seowon is next to a small cascade in the stream that lends credence to the unwritten rule that a seowon must be built in a beautiful natural setting. The seowon, typical of all private academies, has two main buildings, one for teaching and one for ceremonies. Here at the Oksan Seowon, the building for teaching is called the Guindang, meaning “the building for the search of humaneness.” Humaneness (仁, in) is the heart of Confucianism. The Oksan Seowon has been designated included in the UNESCO inscription of the Yangdong traditional villages in 2010.
Bomun Lake
- 30m
Bomun Tourist Complex is the international tourist district of Gyeongju. This tourist district is formed with Bomunho Lake at its centre, located about 10 kilometres east of city centre Gyeongju. The area spans approximately 8,000 km², and contains an international-scale luxurious hotel, family-friendly condos, golf range, and pleasant walking passages that are designed to suit the diverse needs of tourists. The tourist complex attracts crowds of visitors in April, when cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The sight of cherry blossoms around Bomunho Lake and Bulguksa Temple are popular even among domestic travellers.
Golgulsa Temple
- 1h
Golgulsa Temple (Chinese: 骨窟寺, Pronounced “Gol-gul-sa”) was established on Mt. Hamwolsan, along with Girimsa, by Master Gwangyu and his retinue who came to Korea from India about 1,500 years ago. Golgulsa Temple is the oldest grotto temple in Korea, emulating those in India. located at the foot of Hamwolsan Mountain, Golgulsa Temple houses twelve caves in a tall cliff, with a rock-carved statue of Buddha sitting at the highest point. The temple runs Templestay programmes 365 days a year, and it is possible to stay for a month or even longer. Learning unique experiences at Golgulsa Temple Sunmudo is a form of moving meditation and martial art. It emphasises the harmony of body and mind through observing one's breathing. It is a traditional Korean Buddhist martial art that traces its origins back over 1,000 years.
Tomb of King Munmu
- 1h
A little rocky islet approximately 200 metres from the shore at Bonggil-ri is the Tomb of King Munmu (AD 661-681), who unified the three kingdoms and became the 30th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The king gave specific instructions to be buried in the East Sea after his death so that he would become a dragon and protect Silla from foreign invaders. The rocky island, about 200 metres in circumference, is divided by a cross-shaped waterway, forming a pool at the centre, at the bottom of which is a granite stone 3.6 metres long, 2.9 metres wide, and 0.9 metres thick. Legend has it that the remains of King Munmu’s cremated body are buried under this rock. Historians still debate whether the ashes of King Munmu were scattered or stored in an urn and placed under the rock.
Gampo Port and Gampo Ocean Park Walk
- 30m
There are so many enjoyable things to do in Gampohang Port. You can be happy with a plate of raw flounder, sit on a bench in the new marine park near the seawall of Gampohang and wonder where the end of the sea would be, and also take a photo of ‘Haegukgil road’ in Gampo Kkakji Trail or the scenery of thrashing waves in the sea wind here and there from the village.
Columnar Jointing Observation Deck
- 30m
Jusangjeolli Cliff of Gangdong Hwaam Village is a columnar rock formation with cross-sections in hexagonal or triangular shapes. The jusangjeolli at the shore of Hwaam Maeul Village was created by basalt lava that erupted in the Tertiary period of the Cenozoic Era about 20 million years ago. The columnar basalt formations were created as the lava cooled and shrank into cracks. The rocks look like wood stacked horizontally or vertically en masse. The length of the columns average around 20 metres and diagonally are about 50 centimetres at the longest cross-section. Of the columnar lava formations on the East Coast, the Jusangjeolli in Hwaam is the oldest, so it is academically invaluable. Shaped in various angles, the rocks also offer a great landscape for sightseeing.
Eupcheonhang Port
- 30m
Mural Painting of Mural Village in Eupcheon Port, Gyeongju. It is suitable for viewing the high sky and the wide open blue sea. It is also a suitable season to escape from the same daily life and see the cool air and panoramic views. Why don't you walk along the streets of Jusangjeolli, where the sound of the waves seems to be ringing in your ears just by listening to the name of the mural village and the town of Eupcheon Port that harmonised with the sea of Gyeongju?
- Recommend walk course -
Eupcheon Port - Padangsori Road in Jusangjeolli observaroty
Namsan Mountain
- 6h
( optional hiking itinerary )
Namsan Mountain is a veritable open-air museum, with 100 temple sites, 80 stone Buddha statues, and 60 stone pagodas scattered across the mountainside. Topographically, it features nearly 40 valleys and is divided into the Southwest Mountain, a sacred place during the Silla period, and the Southeast Mountain, where many Buddhas can be found around the valleys. Namsan Mountain is also famous for its scenic landscapes in addition to its cultural heritage. Numerous valleys, unique rock formations, and beautiful trails are abundant throughout the area. Many tourists say, “You cannot say that you know Gyeongju without hiking up Namsan Mountain.” Namsan Mountain is a place where the scenic nature and long history of the Silla Kingdom coexist, and also where the aesthetic consciousness and religious traditions of the Silla people evolved into the art form it is today.
Location
Activity location
- Seokguram
- 999 Jinhyeon-dong,
- 780-400, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Seokguram
- 999 Jinhyeon-dong,
- 780-400, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
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