DAY
1
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Seoul
Gyeongju
(09:00-19:00)
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Meet a guide at hotel lobby → Seoul Station → Leave for Gyeongju by express train 'KTX' → Lunch → Gyeongju Yangdong Village → Gyeongju National Museum / Daereungwon Tomb Complex / Cheomseongdae Observatory → Move to hanok hotel and C/In, take a rest → (Night tour) Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond → Back to hotel
Gyeongju Yangdong Village [UNESCO World Heritage] is Korea’s largest traditional village, showcasing the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty and the beautiful natural surroundings.
Gyeongju National Museum is loved by visitors and residents alike as it houses numerous historical and cultural artifacts of the Silla Dynasty (57 BC - AD 935).
Daereungwon Tomb complex in Gyeongju holds 23 tombs that are found inside of large mounds. The complex is beautiful with its rolling mounds and gardens, but the real treat can be found inside the tombs.
Cheomseongdae is the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia. It was used for observing the stars in order to forecast the weather. This stone structure is a beautiful combination of straight lines and curves, and was designated as National Treasure No.31.
Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond were the secondary palace site which was used for the palace of the Crown Prince along with other subsidiary buildings and it also was the banquet site for important national event and important visitors.
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DAY
2
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Gyeongju
Busan
(09:30-17:00)
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Meet a guide at hotel lobby → Bulguksa Temple → Leave for Busan by coach → Lunch → Busan Tower / Jagalchi Fish Market / Gukje Market → C/In Hotel → Free time in Haeundae beach
Bulguksa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] was built in 528 during the Silla Kingdom. The beauty of the temple itself and the artistic touch of the stone relics are known throughout the world.
Busan Tower is a symbol of Busan that stands proudly 69 m above sea level at a height of 120 m. Beloved by Busan citizens and tourists alike, the tower offers a stunning night view and plenty to see.
Jagalchi Market, located on the shoreside road in Busan's Jung-gu, is Korea's largest seafood market, selling both live and dried fish.
Gukje Market is one of Korea’s largest markets. Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living, and this was the beginning of the Gukje Market (gukje meaning "international" in Korean).
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Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Local
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DAY
3
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Busan
(09:30-21:30)
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Meet a guide at hotel lobby → Oryukdo Island (take a sightseeing ferry) → Shinsegae Centum City (Spa land) → Back to hotel and take a rest → Kkangtong night market → Night view of Gwangalli (Busan Gwangandaegyo Bridge) → Back to hotel
Oryukdo Island is off the southern coast of Busan, and depending on the day and the tide, may appear to be five islands or six islands, hence its name ('o' meaning five and 'yuk' meaning six in Korean). Since many ships coming to Busan Port pass by Oryukdo Island, it serves as a symbol of Busan's cultural heritage as well.
Shinsegae Centum City is registered in the Guinness World Records as the largest shopping complex in the world. Visitors can also enjoy numerous entertainment options in the complex.
Kkangtong Market opens in the day, but more people visit in the evening, leading some to call this a night market. The market is famous for selling unique, delicious street foods at inexpensive prices. Some of the more unusual street foods for Korea include Scotch eggs, hardboiled eggs wrapped in sausage and bacon before frying; French fries over sausage and cheese, all drenched in sauce; soup served in a bread bowl similar to pane pasta; and steamed corn so addictive it's earned the nickname "narcotic corn." All these foods are sold for just 3,000 to 5,000 won.
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DAY
4
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Busan
Seoul
(10:00-14:50)
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Meet a guide at hotel lobby → Nurimaru APEC House → Busan Staion → Return to Seoul by express train 'KTX' → Arrive at Seoul Staion
Nurimaru APEC House has been used as a memorial hall and a prestigious international conference hall since the APEC summit meeting. Located near Haeundae Beach, it not only offers a spectacular view of the beach, but also has the appearance of a reputable international conference hall featuring both modern and natural beauty.
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