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2-Day UNESCO Journey: Korea's Buddhist and Confucian Heritag

By K-Local Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,685 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the roots of Korean culture through Buddhist and Confucian heritage
  • Learn how Buddhism and Confucianism shaped Korean culture and values
  • Journey through the traditions that shaped Korea for over 1,000 years

Activity location

    • Gyeongju
    • Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Gyeongju
    • Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

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2-Day UNESCO Journey: Korea's Buddhist and Confucian Heritag

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Price details
NZ$1,685.05 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,685.05
Total
Price is NZ$1,685.05

What's included, what's not

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    What’s Included / Highlights
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    English-speaking guide and transport from Andong KTX Station
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    Expert local guide and visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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    Hahoe Mask Dance performance, subject to schedule
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    Byeongsan Seowon, Bongjeongsa Temple & Andong Soju Museum
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    Woryeonggyo Bridge
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    Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto
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    Daereungwon, Cheomseongdae Observatory, Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
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    This is a rare opportunity to explore the Confucian heritage of Andong and the Buddhist legacy of Gyeongju—two UNESCO-recognized regions where Korea’s profound traditions exist in harmony with beautiful natural surroundings.
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    The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, operating schedules, or other local conditions, and not all scheduled sites may be visited.
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    Meals and drinks
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    Personal expenses
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    Hotel accommodation
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    Delivery luggages
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    Faraway pick up Service(Pickup service is available within a 2 km radius only.)
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    Please note that meals, drinks, personal expenses, hotel accommodation, luggage delivery, and faraway pickup services are not included in the tour price.
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    However, I’m always happy to assist! I can help recommend restaurants, provide hotel information, and even help transport your luggage if it fits into my travel route. If you’re staying nearby (within a reasonable distance), I’ll do my best to offer a pickup service as well.
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    As long as time allows and everyone is cooperative, I’ll gladly support you in many ways to make your trip more comfortable and enjoyable. So no worries—I'm here to help!

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Bachelor & hen party groups, Bikes, Drinks in the vehicle, Drones, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Feeding animals, Firework, Fishing, High-heeled shoes, Insect repellent, Intoxication, Littering, Loose clothing, Making fire, Making noise, Military-style clothing, Mobility scooters, Non-folding strollers, Open-toed shoes, Oversize luggage, Party groups, Pets, Pets (assistance dogs allowed), Riding the animals, Sandals or flip flops, Scooter, Shoes indoors, Skateboards, Skates, Smoking, Smoking in the vehicle, Smoking indoors, Touching the exhibits, Vaping, Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, People over 250 lbs (113 kg), People over 287 lbs (130 kg), People over 80 years, People with back problems, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, People with motion sickness, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

2-Day UNESCO Journey: Korea’s Buddhist & Confucian Heritage

Discover Korea’s cultural roots on a private 2-day journey through Andong and Gyeongju, exploring how Confucianism and Buddhism shaped Korea’s values, traditions, and way of life.

Day 1: Andong – Confucian Heritage

Hahoe Folk Village – Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover Korea’s traditional Confucian culture.

Byeongsan Seowon – Visit this UNESCO-listed Confucian academy and learn about Neo-Confucian philosophy.

Bongjeongsa Temple – Discover Korea’s oldest surviving wooden building and Buddhist heritage.

Andong Soju Museum – Learn about the history of traditional Andong Soju.

Hahoe Mask Dance – Enjoy this traditional performance of humour and satire. It is not held on Mondays and is subject to the official schedule. If an officially scheduled performance is cancelled by the organisers, a full refund will be provided according to ’s applicable policy. No refund applies if travellers arrive late, choose not to attend, or miss it for personal reasons.

Wolyeonggyo Bridge – Enjoy beautiful riverside scenery at Korea’s longest wooden pedestrian bridge.
Day 2: Gyeongju – Silla Heritage

Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto – Explore two UNESCO World Heritage treasures of Silla Buddhism.

Daereungwon & Cheomseongdae – Discover royal tombs and an ancient astronomical observatory.

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond – Enjoy beautiful reflections of Silla architecture.

Important: The itinerary may change due to weather, traffic, operating schedules, or local conditions. Not all sites may be visited.

Location

Activity location

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    • Gyeongju
    • Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Gyeongju
    • Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea