Busan: all 16 tours and excursions for your cruise

Discover Gyeongju, the museum without walls, on this full-day tour. Drive 1.5 hours north of Ulsan to the modern city of Gyeongju, with its historical area that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here the southern part of Korea was first unified under the Silla Kingdom; many archaeological remains can be seen in the area. Gyeongju was once the capital of the Shilla Kingdom and blossomed into a major cultural center after the Shilla Dynasty unified the Korean peninsula in AD 676....

Experience the coastal beauty of Busan and one of its most beautiful Buddhist temples during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion. Busan City and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive through Busan City en route to the magnificent Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, one of the visited and revered Buddhist temples in Busan. Founded in 1376 and restored in 1970, this Buddhist Temple is located atop a huge rock emerging...

Experience a more in-depth look at Busan's surrounds on this full-day exploration of the UNESCO site of Gyeongju, with a visit to the Bulguksa Temple and the taste of a Korean-style buffet lunch. Gyeongju Leaving the pier, drive through the city and countryside for approximately 90 minutes towards Gyeongju. Located on the eastern coast where the morning sunlight first touches the Orient, Gyeongju was once the capital of the Shilla Kingdom and centre of Korea when Shilla...

Discover the secrets of preparing a traditional Korean meal during this informative, half-day culinary excursion. Busan City Drive Depart the pier for a scenic, approximately 60 min round drive through Busan 's landmark Gwangan Bridge, also know as Diamond Bridge. You will be amazed the breathtaking view of the mixture of Busan's modern and nature beauty Cooking Institute Upon arrival at the Cooking Institute, begin your interactive cooking lesson....

Become acquainted with some of the basic sights and sounds familiar to the city of Busan on this half-day orientation. Depart the pier by coach for the 30-minute drive into Busan. The city highlights seen or visited include the following: The Busan Museum The Busan Museum, offers seven regular exhibition rooms spread over three floors in addition to the Kiln Exhibition Hall, and the Outdoor Exhibition Hall. Opened in 1978, the museum has taken on a leading...

Explore the unique culture and spirituality of the Gamcheon area on this lovely half-day tour. Get acquainted with the spirituality of Buddhism with a tour of the renowned Beomeosa Temple. Then visit the Gamcheon Culture Village, once the grounds of the difficult life of refugees of Korean War, which transformed to a hotspot thanks to the efforts of local artists and villagers gathered began to revive the historical value of Gamcheon. Local artists and villagers gathered began to revive the...

Enjoy a hike of scenic Jangsan Mountain, located in Haeundae-gu in Busan and boasts an elevation of 634 meters. Jangsan offers a commanding view of the nearby ocean, as well as a fantastic overlook to downtown Busan. Due to the military banning entry to the mountain for a long time, it maintains its natural condition despite being located so close to downtown. Hikers love to come here to this popular hiking spot to take in the refreshing waterfall that brings people out in the...

Get ready to travel at a speed of 350 kilometers per hour (218 mph) on this trip to Seoul on a KTX Train, arriving to Seoul from Busan by only 2 hours 40 mins. Explore the most famous Gyeongbokgung palace and enjoy the chance to observe a Changing Ceremony of the Royal Guards, and also the beautiful and traditional Bukchon & Insadong districts. Finish your journey at the N-seoul Tower where you can look down the whole view of Seoul and having a wonderful dinner at the restaurant located...

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple Depart the ship for a one hour coach ride to the Haedong Yonggungsa Temple. It is located along the beautiful shore lines as most Korean temples are located in the mountains. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is one of the three sacred places related to the Goddess of Buddha of South Korea. Its motto is "at least one of your wishes will be answered here through sincere prayers‟. The temple was first built in 1376 by the great Buddhist teacher known...

Gamcheon Culture Village Located in the Korean coastal city of Busan, is nestled into the side of a mountain, the former slum a mishmash of pastel-colored, Lego-like houses, painted in 2009 to lure visitors up steep slopes and through its tiny alleys. Gamcheon Village, once a dilapidated neighborhood that housed refugees following the Korean War, it was transformed in 2009, when the government's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism launched an initiative to turn the area into...

Makgeolli, Korean Rice Beer Tasting Koreas oldest folk liquor. Korean rice beer. The signature brew is a favorite among Koreans and foreigners for its clean and refreshing taste. Loved for generations and recently updated with the addition of bananas and honey, makgeolli is an iconic drink with appeal across age groups. Its place in Korean culture isn't likely to change any time soon. From here proceed to a local restaurant to experience a delicious Korean dinner. ...

Experience the uniquely beautiful and historic treasures of Busan, and tea-time with a monk, during this immersive, full-day sightseeing excursion with lunch. Busan, Beomeosa Temple, Iljumun Pagoda, Royal Palace Wings, Pavilions, Tea-Time with a MonkDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 50-minute drive to the Beomeosa Temple. Located at the edge of Mt. Geumjeongsan, Beomeosa Temple was constructed by the monk, Ui Sang, in 678 A.D. Renovated in 1713, the temple is one of the most delicate...

Explore Busan at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Beomeosa Temple, Busan Aquarium, Busan Museum...

Explore Busan at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Beomeosa Temple, Busan Aquarium, Busan Museum...

Explore Busan at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Beomeosa Temple, Busan Aquarium, Busan Museum...

Explore Busan at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Beomeosa Temple, Busan Aquarium, Busan Museum...