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Horseback riding: Horses were the most preferred gifts to be presented to the King from Jeju because the island was popularly called “the pasturage of horses”. Horse riding on a Jeju trip is something that should not be missed. The horses used for riding are
known as Jejusanma and are of mixed breeds.
known as Jejusanma and are of mixed breeds.
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Meet with a DRIVER ONLY and transfer to Seoul hotel.
Free time without a tour service. (Hotel check in is available from 14:00 PM)
Overnight at hotel in Seoul.
Free time without a tour service. (Hotel check in is available from 14:00 PM)
Overnight at hotel in Seoul.
Jeju tour will be join tour with others.
Depending on the day of arrival, you will choose East, West or South course.
– EAST COURSE –
Horseback riding: Horses were the most preferred gifts to be presented to the King from Jeju because the island was popularly called “the pasturage of horses”. Horse riding on a Jeju trip is something that should not be missed. The horses used for riding are
known as Jejusanma and are of mixed breeds.
Jeju Horse riding show (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): Back in the day, Jeju island was occupied by mongol for 100 years. At that time, Mongolian brought lots of horses because they were horse riding people. So there are many Mongolian horses in Jeju island now. In this performance, you could see the life of Genghis Khan, also could enjoy marvelous horse riding show; actual Mongolian descendants put on the great performances.
Seongeup Folk Village: It is a small town that holds a vast amount of culture.Cultural properties have been handed down from generation to generation and include treasures such as residential houses, Confucian shrines and schools, ancient government offices,
stone statues, large millstones (pulled by horses or ox), fortress ruins, and stone monuments.
Gwangchigi Beach (Pass by): It is One of Olle Trails; Olle Trail No.1. You can see the entire side view of Seongsan Illchulpeak at Gwangchigi Beach. Recently Gwangchigi Beach has become an attention as one of 10 secret scenic attractions in Jeju Island.
Woman diver show [UNESCO Intangible cultural asset]: Haenyeo refers to female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment. Such women involved in the fishing industry are known to be scattered all around Jeju-do, Korea, Japan, and Russia.
Haenyeo Museum (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): It was established to introduce the unique activities and culture of Jejudo’s haenyeo female divers to the world. Jeju Haenyeo Museum exhibits various photos of haenyeo female divers and their activities, to provide an accurate picture of their lives.
Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak [UNESCO World Heritage]:Located on the eastern end of Jejudo Island, it rose from under the sea in a volcanic eruption over 100,000 years ago.
There is a huge crater at the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. With the 99 sharp rocks surrounding the crater, it looks like a gigantic crown. While the southeast and north sides are cliffs, the northwest side is a verdant grassy hill that is connected to the Seongsan Village. The ridge provides an ideal spot for walks and for horse riding as
well. (Trekking : 60 minutes)
Jongdalri Shore Road (Pass by): The tour bus takes beautiful coastline of North- Eastern Jeju and you will pass by Hado Beach & Saehwa beach whilst heading to Manjang cave. Plus, Jongdalri Shore Road is known as for a hydrangea during Summer.
Manjang Cave [UNESCO World Heritage]: Known as one of the finest lava tunnels in the world, it is a designated natural monument. Manjanggul Cave has a variety of interesting structures inside including 70cm lava stalagmites and the lava tube tunnels.
(Trekking : 60 minutes)
Daheeyeon (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): A multi-theme park known as Cave Café &Daheeyeon Green tea field, you can do various activities such as Zip Line and Foot Bath in Daheeyeon.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
– WEST COURSE –
Hyupjae & Gumneung Beach: It is one of the popular places that many tourists visit all year round. The white sand beach has extra fine sand mixed with shells that glitters with silver, and the emerald-colored water is crystal clear. Also one of well-known island
‘Biyang do -flown island’ can be seen from Hyupjae beach.
Hallim Park: Hallim park has a variety of gardens that can be enjoyed in any season. You can enjoy Palm Tree Road, Jeju Stone and Bonsai Garden, Water Garden, Subtropical Botanic Garden and much more. The most famous tourist sites in Hallim Park are Hyeopjaegul and Ssangyonggul Caves known to be the only two-dimensional caves in the world. In addition, a folk village, children’s amusement park and outdoor resort facilities make it enjoyable for both children and adults.
O’sulloc Museum: Here, you can learn about Korea’s traditional tea culture.
Interestingly, the entire building takes the shape of a green tea cup. It seeks to harmonize the cultures of the West and East, and past traditions with the modern world.
You can enjoy unique O’Sulloc teas or views of the nearby green tea fields and the surrounding landscape in the observatory, located at the second floor of the building.
Lunch: Jeju Local Well-being Buffet (Salad, Fruits in Season, Porridge, Noodle, Pork, Spaghetti, Fruit Juice, Pried rice etc..) Sanbang Mountain Cruise: You can appreciate the blissful and picturesque ocean view of Sanbang Mountain, Brother Island, Hexagon Lave cliff of Mt.Songak and Dragon Coast, which have been designated as Global Geoparks, from the Sanbang Mountain Cruise(about 1hour).
Dragon Coast: It got its name because the coast line looks like a dragon that is jumping into the ocean. Dragon coast is a sandstone bed created by layers of sand that have been deposited for 10 million years.
Mt. Sanbang: It is a trachytic tuff lave dome connected to the sedimentary layer of Dragon coast. It is a bell-shaped tholoid that stands tall in the plains of Southwest Jeju.
Mt. Songak: It is consisting of a cinder in the middle of the crater and its tuff ring, Mt.Songak’s peak, which can also be considered as its mouth, has a depth of 69m and has completely preserved its active form.
Mt.Sanbang Brother Seashore Road (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): When you enter Brother Seashore Road, you will see a homey small village, and travelling through this village for about five minutes will lead to a vast blue ocean that makes for a marvelous view. Mt.Sanbang and Mt.Songak are standing on each side of coast, so it looks like the coast is guarded with shields. Also, Brother island, which looks like two brothers, stands in the middle of the ocean.
Play K-Pop Museum (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): You can enjoy the best New-Media Hologram Show here. Meet your favorite K-pop stars in the virtual space that combines hologram and media facades. No need to worry if you are Non-K-Pop Fan. You
can also enjoy this museum because it has various exhibitions such as ‘Be the star’, ‘Meet the star’, Live 360 3D, Live Holo Concert and Sound Tuner.
Choose one between Teddy Bear Museum and Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls
Teddy Bear Museum (Option A): Teddy Bear Museum offers a lot of interesting things to see with various themes such as history and art of Seoul and a tour around the world, in addition to teddy bear’s history of more than 100 years. Displayed Teddy bears are handmade by designers with premium goat wool for high quality. There are other teddy bear-related products available.
Cheonjeyeon Waterfall (Option B): According to a legend, Cheonjeyon Falls means “the pond of God” where nymphs descend to take a bath. Up from Cheonjeyon Falls is the stunning arch bridge Seonimkyo, which is also called Seven Nymphs Bridge. Since it is
gushing out of stony ground, the water has been used for curing diseases as well as for drinking. From ancient times, people have believed that they can recover from any disease if they stand under a waterfall on either the Buddhist All Souls Day or Cheoseo
Day (at the end of August).
Dinner: Not provided.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
– SOUTH COURSE –
Mysterious Road: It earned its name ‘Mysterious Road’because when you place a car on this steep road, the car does not roll down but it goes up, defying gravity. This is actually an optical illusion, in which the surroundings trick the eye and make the road look like it
is tilted in the opposite direction.
Mt.Halla: The Eoseungsaenak trekking course starts from National Park Visitor Center and ends at Eoseungtaeng-oreum Summit. The trail is 1.3km long and a one-way trip takes 30 minutes. Eoseungsaengak is an oreum (parasitic cone volcano) for hikers who
want to go for an easy stroll. On a clear day, Chuja Island, Biyang Island, Seongsan- Ilchulbong and Jeju Island’s east oreums can be seen. At the summit, there still remain some Tochikas, which were military facilities used by the Japanese during the occupation
of Korea.
Hallasan National Park Visitor Center (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): It provides an overview of Hallasan’s natural environment, culture, and history. In exhibition halls 1 through 3, there are seasonal videos that show the creation and myths of Hallasan, its geography and geology, and historical relics. There is also a photo zone in the lobby where you can take pictures in front of scenes of Hallasan’s slopes as if you were actually there.
Alive Museum: It is the first museum to introduce a brand new concept of ‘Optical Illusion Art’ and ‘Interactive Art’ to Korea. The museum consists of five themes; Optical Illustsion art, Media Art, Object art, Sculpture art and Provence art.
Jusangjeoli Hexagon Lava Cliff [UNESCO GEO Park]: The columnar joints in th Jungmun Tourism Complex were designated as Natural Monument #433 on December 27, 2004. They look like a large folding screen with black hexagon stone pillars. It is a wonder to look at the columnar joints with beautiful ocean waves crashing against them.
Oedolgae: It was named Oedolgae Rock, since it is isolated far from the land and located lonely in the middle of the sea. There is also a legend that says that the rock was actually a grandmother who transformed into a rock after waiting for her husband to return from
fishing, and so it is also called Grandma Rock.
Yakcheon temple (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): The Yakcheon temple means “The Temple where medicinal water flows.“ The temple with the largest Buddhist status in Asia, it is renowned for mystical stories about the medicinal water.
Jeongbang Waterfall: Jeongbang Waterfall is one of three main Jeju waterfalls, along with Cheonjiyeon Waterfall and Cheonjaeyeon Waterfall. It is the only one in Korea which spills directly into the sea. Harmonized with the sea, two 23m-tall columns of water fall with a sound like thunder which makes a magnificent view.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
Depending on the day of arrival, you will choose East, West or South course.
– EAST COURSE –
Horseback riding: Horses were the most preferred gifts to be presented to the King from Jeju because the island was popularly called “the pasturage of horses”. Horse riding on a Jeju trip is something that should not be missed. The horses used for riding are
known as Jejusanma and are of mixed breeds.
Jeju Horse riding show (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): Back in the day, Jeju island was occupied by mongol for 100 years. At that time, Mongolian brought lots of horses because they were horse riding people. So there are many Mongolian horses in Jeju island now. In this performance, you could see the life of Genghis Khan, also could enjoy marvelous horse riding show; actual Mongolian descendants put on the great performances.
Seongeup Folk Village: It is a small town that holds a vast amount of culture.Cultural properties have been handed down from generation to generation and include treasures such as residential houses, Confucian shrines and schools, ancient government offices,
stone statues, large millstones (pulled by horses or ox), fortress ruins, and stone monuments.
Gwangchigi Beach (Pass by): It is One of Olle Trails; Olle Trail No.1. You can see the entire side view of Seongsan Illchulpeak at Gwangchigi Beach. Recently Gwangchigi Beach has become an attention as one of 10 secret scenic attractions in Jeju Island.
Woman diver show [UNESCO Intangible cultural asset]: Haenyeo refers to female divers who dive into the ocean water to gather various shellfish, seaweed, etc, without using any underwater diving equipment. Such women involved in the fishing industry are known to be scattered all around Jeju-do, Korea, Japan, and Russia.
Haenyeo Museum (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): It was established to introduce the unique activities and culture of Jejudo’s haenyeo female divers to the world. Jeju Haenyeo Museum exhibits various photos of haenyeo female divers and their activities, to provide an accurate picture of their lives.
Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak [UNESCO World Heritage]:Located on the eastern end of Jejudo Island, it rose from under the sea in a volcanic eruption over 100,000 years ago.
There is a huge crater at the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. With the 99 sharp rocks surrounding the crater, it looks like a gigantic crown. While the southeast and north sides are cliffs, the northwest side is a verdant grassy hill that is connected to the Seongsan Village. The ridge provides an ideal spot for walks and for horse riding as
well. (Trekking : 60 minutes)
Jongdalri Shore Road (Pass by): The tour bus takes beautiful coastline of North- Eastern Jeju and you will pass by Hado Beach & Saehwa beach whilst heading to Manjang cave. Plus, Jongdalri Shore Road is known as for a hydrangea during Summer.
Manjang Cave [UNESCO World Heritage]: Known as one of the finest lava tunnels in the world, it is a designated natural monument. Manjanggul Cave has a variety of interesting structures inside including 70cm lava stalagmites and the lava tube tunnels.
(Trekking : 60 minutes)
Daheeyeon (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): A multi-theme park known as Cave Café &Daheeyeon Green tea field, you can do various activities such as Zip Line and Foot Bath in Daheeyeon.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
– WEST COURSE –
Hyupjae & Gumneung Beach: It is one of the popular places that many tourists visit all year round. The white sand beach has extra fine sand mixed with shells that glitters with silver, and the emerald-colored water is crystal clear. Also one of well-known island
‘Biyang do -flown island’ can be seen from Hyupjae beach.
Hallim Park: Hallim park has a variety of gardens that can be enjoyed in any season. You can enjoy Palm Tree Road, Jeju Stone and Bonsai Garden, Water Garden, Subtropical Botanic Garden and much more. The most famous tourist sites in Hallim Park are Hyeopjaegul and Ssangyonggul Caves known to be the only two-dimensional caves in the world. In addition, a folk village, children’s amusement park and outdoor resort facilities make it enjoyable for both children and adults.
O’sulloc Museum: Here, you can learn about Korea’s traditional tea culture.
Interestingly, the entire building takes the shape of a green tea cup. It seeks to harmonize the cultures of the West and East, and past traditions with the modern world.
You can enjoy unique O’Sulloc teas or views of the nearby green tea fields and the surrounding landscape in the observatory, located at the second floor of the building.
Lunch: Jeju Local Well-being Buffet (Salad, Fruits in Season, Porridge, Noodle, Pork, Spaghetti, Fruit Juice, Pried rice etc..) Sanbang Mountain Cruise: You can appreciate the blissful and picturesque ocean view of Sanbang Mountain, Brother Island, Hexagon Lave cliff of Mt.Songak and Dragon Coast, which have been designated as Global Geoparks, from the Sanbang Mountain Cruise(about 1hour).
Dragon Coast: It got its name because the coast line looks like a dragon that is jumping into the ocean. Dragon coast is a sandstone bed created by layers of sand that have been deposited for 10 million years.
Mt. Sanbang: It is a trachytic tuff lave dome connected to the sedimentary layer of Dragon coast. It is a bell-shaped tholoid that stands tall in the plains of Southwest Jeju.
Mt. Songak: It is consisting of a cinder in the middle of the crater and its tuff ring, Mt.Songak’s peak, which can also be considered as its mouth, has a depth of 69m and has completely preserved its active form.
Mt.Sanbang Brother Seashore Road (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): When you enter Brother Seashore Road, you will see a homey small village, and travelling through this village for about five minutes will lead to a vast blue ocean that makes for a marvelous view. Mt.Sanbang and Mt.Songak are standing on each side of coast, so it looks like the coast is guarded with shields. Also, Brother island, which looks like two brothers, stands in the middle of the ocean.
Play K-Pop Museum (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): You can enjoy the best New-Media Hologram Show here. Meet your favorite K-pop stars in the virtual space that combines hologram and media facades. No need to worry if you are Non-K-Pop Fan. You
can also enjoy this museum because it has various exhibitions such as ‘Be the star’, ‘Meet the star’, Live 360 3D, Live Holo Concert and Sound Tuner.
Choose one between Teddy Bear Museum and Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls
Teddy Bear Museum (Option A): Teddy Bear Museum offers a lot of interesting things to see with various themes such as history and art of Seoul and a tour around the world, in addition to teddy bear’s history of more than 100 years. Displayed Teddy bears are handmade by designers with premium goat wool for high quality. There are other teddy bear-related products available.
Cheonjeyeon Waterfall (Option B): According to a legend, Cheonjeyon Falls means “the pond of God” where nymphs descend to take a bath. Up from Cheonjeyon Falls is the stunning arch bridge Seonimkyo, which is also called Seven Nymphs Bridge. Since it is
gushing out of stony ground, the water has been used for curing diseases as well as for drinking. From ancient times, people have believed that they can recover from any disease if they stand under a waterfall on either the Buddhist All Souls Day or Cheoseo
Day (at the end of August).
Dinner: Not provided.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
– SOUTH COURSE –
Mysterious Road: It earned its name ‘Mysterious Road’because when you place a car on this steep road, the car does not roll down but it goes up, defying gravity. This is actually an optical illusion, in which the surroundings trick the eye and make the road look like it
is tilted in the opposite direction.
Mt.Halla: The Eoseungsaenak trekking course starts from National Park Visitor Center and ends at Eoseungtaeng-oreum Summit. The trail is 1.3km long and a one-way trip takes 30 minutes. Eoseungsaengak is an oreum (parasitic cone volcano) for hikers who
want to go for an easy stroll. On a clear day, Chuja Island, Biyang Island, Seongsan- Ilchulbong and Jeju Island’s east oreums can be seen. At the summit, there still remain some Tochikas, which were military facilities used by the Japanese during the occupation
of Korea.
Hallasan National Park Visitor Center (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): It provides an overview of Hallasan’s natural environment, culture, and history. In exhibition halls 1 through 3, there are seasonal videos that show the creation and myths of Hallasan, its geography and geology, and historical relics. There is also a photo zone in the lobby where you can take pictures in front of scenes of Hallasan’s slopes as if you were actually there.
Alive Museum: It is the first museum to introduce a brand new concept of ‘Optical Illusion Art’ and ‘Interactive Art’ to Korea. The museum consists of five themes; Optical Illustsion art, Media Art, Object art, Sculpture art and Provence art.
Jusangjeoli Hexagon Lava Cliff [UNESCO GEO Park]: The columnar joints in th Jungmun Tourism Complex were designated as Natural Monument #433 on December 27, 2004. They look like a large folding screen with black hexagon stone pillars. It is a wonder to look at the columnar joints with beautiful ocean waves crashing against them.
Oedolgae: It was named Oedolgae Rock, since it is isolated far from the land and located lonely in the middle of the sea. There is also a legend that says that the rock was actually a grandmother who transformed into a rock after waiting for her husband to return from
fishing, and so it is also called Grandma Rock.
Yakcheon temple (Rainy Day Alternative Tour Course): The Yakcheon temple means “The Temple where medicinal water flows.“ The temple with the largest Buddhist status in Asia, it is renowned for mystical stories about the medicinal water.
Jeongbang Waterfall: Jeongbang Waterfall is one of three main Jeju waterfalls, along with Cheonjiyeon Waterfall and Cheonjaeyeon Waterfall. It is the only one in Korea which spills directly into the sea. Harmonized with the sea, two 23m-tall columns of water fall with a sound like thunder which makes a magnificent view.
Hotel drop off: After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Jeju.
Gwangmyeong Cave: Gwangmyeong Cave which was the heart of the evolution of modern industries in Korea and also a historical site of the Japanese colonial period. It takes pride itself as being the only one cave found in the metropolitan cities.
Lunch: Dolsot Bibimbap *Meal menu subject to change.
Korean Folk Village: Korean Folk Village: Korean Folk Village has since its foundation in 1974 been loved as a tourist destination that provides vivid cultural experience as well as traditional culture set in beautiful nature.
1. Acrobatics on a Tightrope walking 11:00AM, 14:30PM It is Korean Folk Village’s unique performance in which the spectators can enjoy
the thrilling stunt and intervening witty speech by Mr. Hong Ki-cheol, the country’s first maestro tightrope walker.
2. Equestrian Feats 11:30AM, 15:30PM The Equestrian Feats performance at Korean Folk Village incorporates into its contemporary elaboration the dynamic techniques of the horseback tumbling such as horseback standing, backward riding, reverse riding, and sideways riding.
3. Traditional Wedding Ceremony 12:00PM, 16:00PM
The Traditional Wedding Ceremony, which proceeds against the quiet backdrop of a Noble man’s Mansion, is loved by both locals and internationals. Through a pious matrimony, experience the beautiful tradition.
4. Farmer’s Music and Dance 10:30AM, 14:00PM
The Farmer’s Music and Dance of KFV, which wishes for good harvest, demonstrates a splendid and protean look while mixing Hwaryongjinbeob and Byeongjeonnori. As an open-air market Farmer’s Music and Dance that adds to this mix Ilgwangnori,Chaesangsogonori, Beonanori, and Omudong.
Daejeon Spa Park: Enjoy a foot Spa.
Overnight at hotel in Deajeon.
Lunch: Dolsot Bibimbap *Meal menu subject to change.
Korean Folk Village: Korean Folk Village: Korean Folk Village has since its foundation in 1974 been loved as a tourist destination that provides vivid cultural experience as well as traditional culture set in beautiful nature.
1. Acrobatics on a Tightrope walking 11:00AM, 14:30PM It is Korean Folk Village’s unique performance in which the spectators can enjoy
the thrilling stunt and intervening witty speech by Mr. Hong Ki-cheol, the country’s first maestro tightrope walker.
2. Equestrian Feats 11:30AM, 15:30PM The Equestrian Feats performance at Korean Folk Village incorporates into its contemporary elaboration the dynamic techniques of the horseback tumbling such as horseback standing, backward riding, reverse riding, and sideways riding.
3. Traditional Wedding Ceremony 12:00PM, 16:00PM
The Traditional Wedding Ceremony, which proceeds against the quiet backdrop of a Noble man’s Mansion, is loved by both locals and internationals. Through a pious matrimony, experience the beautiful tradition.
4. Farmer’s Music and Dance 10:30AM, 14:00PM
The Farmer’s Music and Dance of KFV, which wishes for good harvest, demonstrates a splendid and protean look while mixing Hwaryongjinbeob and Byeongjeonnori. As an open-air market Farmer’s Music and Dance that adds to this mix Ilgwangnori,Chaesangsogonori, Beonanori, and Omudong.
Daejeon Spa Park: Enjoy a foot Spa.
Overnight at hotel in Deajeon.
After breakfast, meet with ourguide at hotel lobby and start the tour.
Daereungwon Tomb Complex (Tumuli Park): Tumuli or barrows are mound of earth and stones raised over graves. The Tomb complex holds 23 burials of royals during Silla Dynasty. Among many tombs, Cheonmachong Tomb (Ancient Tomb No, 155) is arguable
one of the important tombs to see, because a total of 11,526 artifacts were discovered within the tomb. Great quantities of artifacts such as weapons and crowns have been excavated and are exhibited in Gyeongju National Museum.
Cheomseongdae Observatory: Cheomseongdae is the oldest astrological observatory in Asia, which was constructed between AD632-646 (Silla Dynasty). It was designated as National Treasure No.31 in 1962. Total 362 stones were used to make 27 levels and it
represented the 362 days in a lunar year.
Seokguram Grotto: A representative stone temple in Korea, Seokguram is designated as National Treasure No. 24. It is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Seokguram is a good example to see the Silla people’s religious beliefs, aspirations and outstanding
architecture. You can appreciate beautiful sunrise, so many people climb the mountain at daybreak.
Bulguksa Temple: Also listed as one of UNESCO World Heritage, it is the representative relic of Gyeongju. Bulguksa was built during Silla Dynasty and took 30 years to finish it.
At the time, there were approximately 80 buildings and 2000 rooms. It was burnt down during Japanese Invasion and although the temple was rebuilt afterwards, it still suffered severe damages and became often the target of robbers.
Gyeongju National Museum: Arguably the most interesting and fascinating history museum in Korea, the museum has numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla Dynasty (57BC-AD935). Outside the main hall, you can find Emille Bell which is famous
for its beautiful sound and a sad legend behind it.
Overnight at hotel in Gyeongju.
Daereungwon Tomb Complex (Tumuli Park): Tumuli or barrows are mound of earth and stones raised over graves. The Tomb complex holds 23 burials of royals during Silla Dynasty. Among many tombs, Cheonmachong Tomb (Ancient Tomb No, 155) is arguable
one of the important tombs to see, because a total of 11,526 artifacts were discovered within the tomb. Great quantities of artifacts such as weapons and crowns have been excavated and are exhibited in Gyeongju National Museum.
Cheomseongdae Observatory: Cheomseongdae is the oldest astrological observatory in Asia, which was constructed between AD632-646 (Silla Dynasty). It was designated as National Treasure No.31 in 1962. Total 362 stones were used to make 27 levels and it
represented the 362 days in a lunar year.
Seokguram Grotto: A representative stone temple in Korea, Seokguram is designated as National Treasure No. 24. It is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Seokguram is a good example to see the Silla people’s religious beliefs, aspirations and outstanding
architecture. You can appreciate beautiful sunrise, so many people climb the mountain at daybreak.
Bulguksa Temple: Also listed as one of UNESCO World Heritage, it is the representative relic of Gyeongju. Bulguksa was built during Silla Dynasty and took 30 years to finish it.
At the time, there were approximately 80 buildings and 2000 rooms. It was burnt down during Japanese Invasion and although the temple was rebuilt afterwards, it still suffered severe damages and became often the target of robbers.
Gyeongju National Museum: Arguably the most interesting and fascinating history museum in Korea, the museum has numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla Dynasty (57BC-AD935). Outside the main hall, you can find Emille Bell which is famous
for its beautiful sound and a sad legend behind it.
Overnight at hotel in Gyeongju.
After breakfast, meet with a tour guide at hotel lobby and start the tour.
Hadongyonggungsa Temple: Haedongyonggungsa Temple is located on the rocky cliffs above the North-Eastern part of the ocean. The location of the temple is interesting, because most temples are located in the mountains. You can see beautiful view of the ocean. There are many up and down steps, so be prepared to wear comfortable shoes.
Dalmaji Road: Dalmazi Road: Dalmazi Road is famous for a driving course, and its view of the blue ocean, white sand field, Camellia forest, and pine tree forest, creating one of Busan’s eight scenic sites.
Gwangandaegyo Bridge (Pass by): Gwangan Bridge is the longest bi-level bridge over the ocean in Korea. You can see nearby tourist destinations such as Oryukdo Island, Gwangalli Beach Dongbaek Island and Dalmaji Hill. If you visit at night, beautiful lights
are turned on.
Dongbaekseom Island: Dongbaek Island in Busan used to be an island, but is now part of the mainland. Although the size of the island is small, it is full of Camellia and evergreens. You can relax and take a stroll on the boardwalk path along the coast. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
UN Memorial Cemetery: The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honors UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953.
Jagalchi Fish Market: Jagalchi Market is Korea’s biggest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish. Even if you are not big fan of seafood, explore the market because it can be an exotic and intriguing experience. Inside the market, you can buy fresh live
seafood and also get them cooked.
Gukje Market: Among one of traditional markets in Korea, Gukje market was first formed when refugees who fled to Busan sat up stalls in order to make a living after the Korean War. There is wide variety of goods, so you can walk around and also check some
food stalls.
Shinsegae Duty Free Shop: It is the biggest Duty Free shop in Busan.
Overnight at hotel in Busan.
Hadongyonggungsa Temple: Haedongyonggungsa Temple is located on the rocky cliffs above the North-Eastern part of the ocean. The location of the temple is interesting, because most temples are located in the mountains. You can see beautiful view of the ocean. There are many up and down steps, so be prepared to wear comfortable shoes.
Dalmaji Road: Dalmazi Road: Dalmazi Road is famous for a driving course, and its view of the blue ocean, white sand field, Camellia forest, and pine tree forest, creating one of Busan’s eight scenic sites.
Gwangandaegyo Bridge (Pass by): Gwangan Bridge is the longest bi-level bridge over the ocean in Korea. You can see nearby tourist destinations such as Oryukdo Island, Gwangalli Beach Dongbaek Island and Dalmaji Hill. If you visit at night, beautiful lights
are turned on.
Dongbaekseom Island: Dongbaek Island in Busan used to be an island, but is now part of the mainland. Although the size of the island is small, it is full of Camellia and evergreens. You can relax and take a stroll on the boardwalk path along the coast. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
UN Memorial Cemetery: The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honors UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953.
Jagalchi Fish Market: Jagalchi Market is Korea’s biggest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish. Even if you are not big fan of seafood, explore the market because it can be an exotic and intriguing experience. Inside the market, you can buy fresh live
seafood and also get them cooked.
Gukje Market: Among one of traditional markets in Korea, Gukje market was first formed when refugees who fled to Busan sat up stalls in order to make a living after the Korean War. There is wide variety of goods, so you can walk around and also check some
food stalls.
Shinsegae Duty Free Shop: It is the biggest Duty Free shop in Busan.
Overnight at hotel in Busan.
After breakfast, meet with a tour guide at hotel lobby and start the tour.
Naganeupseong Folk Village: Naganeupseong Folk Village which contains a town castle that is over 18,000 Pyeong (1 pyeong = 3.3 sqm) in size. Within the east, south and west side of the castle, about 100 families still reside, and the castle area has been very well
preserved.
Suncheonman Bay Eco-Museum: Suncheonman Bay Eco-Museum was established to provide a research & education facility for preserving the area’s natural habitats. The year-round structure is open to the public and houses an exhibition hall, a gallery, a
theater, and seminar rooms.
Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve: The field of reeds is home to many plants that thrive in damp conditions, like the common reed and the starwort. Among the world’s wetlands, Suncheonman Bay is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds. Internationally rare birds such as the hooded crane, white-naped crane, white stork, black-faced spoonbill, Eurasian Oystercatcher, as well as birds designated as natural treasures, can be spotted here. There are about 140 species of birds including the snipe, wild duck, shelduck, and wild goose in total.
Overnight at hotel in Suncheon.
Naganeupseong Folk Village: Naganeupseong Folk Village which contains a town castle that is over 18,000 Pyeong (1 pyeong = 3.3 sqm) in size. Within the east, south and west side of the castle, about 100 families still reside, and the castle area has been very well
preserved.
Suncheonman Bay Eco-Museum: Suncheonman Bay Eco-Museum was established to provide a research & education facility for preserving the area’s natural habitats. The year-round structure is open to the public and houses an exhibition hall, a gallery, a
theater, and seminar rooms.
Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve: The field of reeds is home to many plants that thrive in damp conditions, like the common reed and the starwort. Among the world’s wetlands, Suncheonman Bay is widely known for attracting the largest number of rare birds. Internationally rare birds such as the hooded crane, white-naped crane, white stork, black-faced spoonbill, Eurasian Oystercatcher, as well as birds designated as natural treasures, can be spotted here. There are about 140 species of birds including the snipe, wild duck, shelduck, and wild goose in total.
Overnight at hotel in Suncheon.
After breakfast, meet with a tour guide at hotel lobby and start the tour.
Gwanghallu Pavilion: Gwanghallu Pavilion is one of the Joseon Dynasty’s most exemplary structures. The pavilion was constructed in 1419 by Hwang Hui, a noted prime minister in the early Joseon Dynasty, during his exile to Namwon.
Jeonju Hanok Village: Jeonju Hanok Korean House is a traditional Korean house built more than 60 years age, and it was recently remodeled for visitors to see and experience an old traditional Korean house. It’s conveniently located on the street called “Eunhaeng- ro” right in the middle of JeonjuHanok Village for those visiting the area to take a tour of the hanok village.
Jeongdong Church: The church was designed by Priest Poinel, who also designed the famous Myeongdong Cathedral in Seoul.
Jeonju Confucianism school and Gyeonggijeon Shrine: Historic Site No. 339, Gyeonggijeon Shrine was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. The King and his wife’s mortuary tablets are enshrined here at Jogyeong Shrine. The structure was partially destroyed during the Imjin War
(1592-1598), and the existing structure was remodeled in 1614. Inside Gyeonggijeon, the portraits of King Tae-jo and other successive kings such as Sun-jong, Cheol-jong,
Yeong-jo and many others can be found on display.
Overnight at hotel in Jeonju.
Gwanghallu Pavilion: Gwanghallu Pavilion is one of the Joseon Dynasty’s most exemplary structures. The pavilion was constructed in 1419 by Hwang Hui, a noted prime minister in the early Joseon Dynasty, during his exile to Namwon.
Jeonju Hanok Village: Jeonju Hanok Korean House is a traditional Korean house built more than 60 years age, and it was recently remodeled for visitors to see and experience an old traditional Korean house. It’s conveniently located on the street called “Eunhaeng- ro” right in the middle of JeonjuHanok Village for those visiting the area to take a tour of the hanok village.
Jeongdong Church: The church was designed by Priest Poinel, who also designed the famous Myeongdong Cathedral in Seoul.
Jeonju Confucianism school and Gyeonggijeon Shrine: Historic Site No. 339, Gyeonggijeon Shrine was erected in 1410 and holds the portrait of King Tae-jo, the founder of the Joseon Dynasty. The King and his wife’s mortuary tablets are enshrined here at Jogyeong Shrine. The structure was partially destroyed during the Imjin War
(1592-1598), and the existing structure was remodeled in 1614. Inside Gyeonggijeon, the portraits of King Tae-jo and other successive kings such as Sun-jong, Cheol-jong,
Yeong-jo and many others can be found on display.
Overnight at hotel in Jeonju.
After breakfast, meet with a driver at hotel lobby and start the tour.
Muju Taekwondowon: Muju Taekwondowon which is the largest Taekwondo training area. It is a place for practicing “change” with the aim of cultivating the spirit of taekwondo through physical training and the endless quest for mastery of this martial arts form. You will watch Taekwondo performances here.
Baekje Cultural Land, Buyeo National Museum: Buyeo National Museum is a national museum located in Buyeo, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea. Since Buyeo was once the capital of the Baekje kingdom during the Sabi period (538-660), the Museum is fully
devoted to the Baekje culture.
Five-story Stone Pagoda at Jeongnimsa Temple Site: Jeongnimsa Temple Site layout is a popular architectural layout throughout Korea and has a “pagoda–prayer hall–lecture hall layout. It is located on a flat terrain and is in the backdrop of the Geumseongsan Mountain to the east and Busosan Mountain to the north. Built during the Sabi period, the temple has engravings on the pagoda that memorialize the Tang Dynasty’s victory over Baekje. The site has a five-story pagoda, 8 metres (26 ft) in height with a low platform and a
high main body on its first level, and with reducing size at further higher levels. Other archaeological finds include many roof tiles and clay figurines.
Overnight at hotel in Seoul.
Muju Taekwondowon: Muju Taekwondowon which is the largest Taekwondo training area. It is a place for practicing “change” with the aim of cultivating the spirit of taekwondo through physical training and the endless quest for mastery of this martial arts form. You will watch Taekwondo performances here.
Baekje Cultural Land, Buyeo National Museum: Buyeo National Museum is a national museum located in Buyeo, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea. Since Buyeo was once the capital of the Baekje kingdom during the Sabi period (538-660), the Museum is fully
devoted to the Baekje culture.
Five-story Stone Pagoda at Jeongnimsa Temple Site: Jeongnimsa Temple Site layout is a popular architectural layout throughout Korea and has a “pagoda–prayer hall–lecture hall layout. It is located on a flat terrain and is in the backdrop of the Geumseongsan Mountain to the east and Busosan Mountain to the north. Built during the Sabi period, the temple has engravings on the pagoda that memorialize the Tang Dynasty’s victory over Baekje. The site has a five-story pagoda, 8 metres (26 ft) in height with a low platform and a
high main body on its first level, and with reducing size at further higher levels. Other archaeological finds include many roof tiles and clay figurines.
Overnight at hotel in Seoul.
After breakfast, you will meet with a DRIVER ONLY at hotel lobby and transfer to ICN
Airport for departure.
Airport for departure.
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