Gyeongju & Yangdong Village Private Car Tour to UNESCO site!

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Gyeongju

   This is 9 hours customizable private tour. You can visit anywhere in Gyoengju. Discover the rich history of Gyeongju at your own pace on a private full-day tour of its UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Get the personalized experience of a private tour in Korea Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle Make the most of your limited vacation time in South Korea Visit multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Korea. Departing from Busan or Gyeongju, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to choose a round-trip or one-way tour. Bulguksa Temple (1h), Daereungwon Tomb Complex (1h), Gyeongju National Museum (1h), Cheomseongdae (30min), Hwangridan-gil road (1h), Donggung and Wolji (1h), Gyochon village (1h), Woljeonggyo Bridge (20min) * Times given in parentheses refers to approx. time taking at each place. They don't include transportation time.

   60 minutes here

2. Bulguksa Temple

   Bulguksa Temple is a representative relic of Buddhist culture from the Silla kingdom. The temple was built during the 15th year of King Beopheung's reign (514-540) to wish for peace and prosperity for all. Starting in 1920, the temple has undergone continual restoration work. The temple now holds seven national treasures and a number of additional important heritages and was designated a World Cultural Heritage Site along with the nearby Seokguram Grotto by UNESCO in December 1995. and good for maple leaves tour.

   60 minutes here

3. Woljeonggyo Bridge

   Woljeonggyo Bridge located in Gyo-dong, Gyeongju was built during the Unified Silla period (AD 676-935), but was burnt down during the Joseon dynasty. Through historical research, the bridge was rebuilt in April 2018 to become the largest wooden bridge in Korea.

   60 minutes here

4. The tomb is thought to have been constructed between the late 5th century and early 6th century. Artifacts excavated from the tomb include a gold crown, gold cap, gold waist belt, gold diadem, and gilt-bronze shoes worn by the buried. The gold crown, in particular, is known as the largest and the most elaborate of all gold crowns unearthed in Korea.

   60 minutes here

5. The street is home to numerous restaurants, cafes, photo studios, and shops housed in traditional hanok buildings, making it popular among the younger generations in Korea. The street also demonstrates newtro aesthetics due to the remaining old and worn buildings built during the 1960s and the '70s.

   30 minutes here

6. Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village

   Just like the Yangdong Folk village, the Gyeongju Gyochon Village is another traditional village of old hanok houses that offers visitors a glimpse into life during the Joseon period. One of the famous sites here is the Gyeongju Hyanggyo, a Confucian academy and shrine, where Korea’s first state-operated educational institute “Gukhak” was established in 682.

   60 minutes here

7. Cheomseongdae Observatory

   heomseongdae Observatory is thought to have been built during the reign of Queen Seondeok (r. 632-647) of the Silla Dynasty for observation of the movements of heavenly bodies. It is the oldest astronomical observatory in Asia and is widely regarded as a precious cultural heritage that gives us a clear idea of the level of technological development of that time.

   30 minutes here

8. Donggung Palace And Wolji Pond

   Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond in Gyeongju are secondary palace sites of Silla. The palace, along with other secondary palaces, was used as the eastern palace where the prince lived, and banquets were held during auspicious events or to welcome important guests.

   60 minutes here

9. Yangdong Folk Village

   [Optional]Gyeongju Yangdong 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, including King Charles III, who 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 the opportunity to view a variety of unique traditional Korean houses in person.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Gyeongju tour for 9hours

  From Busan to Gyeongju tour: Bulkuksa temple-Dareungwon tomb-huanglidangil- Gyochon villahge -Woljeong bridge-donggongand wolji Private car: Pickup included (Up to 7 Guests) Sedan or Minivan: Based on the number of people Service time: If your tour starts from or ends in Gyeongju, the service time will be 8 hours. Pickup included

• Yangdong&Gyeongju for 9hours

  From Busan Yangdong&Gyeongju : tour for 9 hours Yangdong folk village- Huanglidangil(lunch)- Daereungwon tomb- Bulkuksa private car: Pickup included (Up to 7 Guests) Sedan or Minivan: Based on the number of people service time: If your tour starts from or ends in Gyeongju, the service time will be 8 hours. Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

zh-TW, ko, en, zh-CN

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

KOREA JOY TOUR

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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