Top 15 Gyeongju and Busan Multi-Day Trips from Seoul

1.5-Day Korea Golden route by K-shuttle Tour from Seoul Including Busan, Yeosu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $999Our pick

Travel from Seoul through Gongju, Jeonju, Yeosu, Busan, Gyeongju, Andong, Pyeongchang, and Seoraksan with an English-speaking guide. Four hotel nights, breakfast, transport, and many entry fees are included. Expect long road days, steady walking, and a broad look at Korea beyond the capital.

“Justin was our tour guide - he gave us an excellent memorable experience. All of the stops were good, we liked Yeosu the best for the scenery. Justin covered lots of historiucal information appropriate to each area.”

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2.Andong Hahoe Village [UNESCO site] Premium Private Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $274Top rated

Leave Seoul at 7:30 am for a private, door-to-door journey to Andong. Your guide, such as Jimmy, Shane, Kim, Benny, or BJ, explains Korean culture and history while you visit Hahoe Village, climb Buyongdae, see the Mask Museum, and explore Byeongsan Seowon.

“Something for all ages. We had a large family group and we were able to create forever memories together. Benny (our guide) is incredible. So friendly and informative. There are too many images to describe. I can wholeheartedly recommend this tour.”

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3.Danyang Tour:Guinsa Temple & Bobaljae & Cheongpung Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $105

Travel from Seoul to Guinsa Temple, Bobaljae Observatory, and the Cheongpung Hoban Cable Car with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. Expect temple food, forest roads, autumn views, and a long day of walking, stairs, and scenic stops. Guide teams have included Yohan, Jun, Michael, Mario, Edward, Johann, and K.

“The tour was wonderful. We were a small group, which made the experience even better. We visited the temple and had the opportunity to eat like the monks. The cable car ride was also an unforgettable experience, offering beautiful views of the landscape. Our tour guides, Michael and Mario, were fantastic. They provided us with lots of interesting information.”

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4.Small Group 7D Korea package Tour with Seoul Gyeongju Busan Jeju

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $1,988

Cover Korea’s essential sights in seven days with an English-speaking team, including Jung, Jiyoung, Sang, Harry, Jones, and Clover. You’ll fly to Jeju, ride the KTX, visit the DMZ, cook Korean food, and stay six nights in 3 to 4-star hotels.

“Our first tour with Viator and it did not disappoint. The guides, Jiyoung, Sang, Harry and Jones are all knowledgeable, accommodating, nice and recommendable.”

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5.3-Days 2-Nights Gyeongju UNESCO Sites & Busan City [Private Tour from Seoul]

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $1,104

Travel from Seoul to Gyeongju and Busan in a private vehicle with a driving guide. Visit Bulguksa, Seokguram, royal tombs, Jagalchi Market, Haedong Yonggungsa, Haeundae Beach, and Gamcheon Culture Village, with two hotel nights and breakfasts included.

“Benny was our guide and he was incredible. He explained everything to us, showed all the places and taught a lot of things. We recommend this tour with 100%”

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6.Gyeongju UNESCO Sites Tour by KTX train; The Museum Without walls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $470

Ride the KTX from Seoul to Gyeongju with a private guide and car, then visit Cheonmachong Tomb, Gyeongju National Museum, Bulguksa, Seokguram, Cheomseongdae, and Donggung Palace. Guides such as Jay, Andrew, John, and Dylan have led this history-focused day trip.

“John was great. He knew many stories about the city and its history. It was informative and Interesting. He also took us to the cutest little restaurant for lunch. The food was a large portion so we didn't eat it all but it was tasty. If we ever come back this way we would book this tour for friends.”

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7.Maisan Cherry Blossom and Jeonju Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $71

Travel from Seoul to Maisan Mountain for about two and a half hours among twin peaks and spring blossoms, then spend three hours in Jeonju Hanok Village. An English-speaking driver, air-conditioned transport, and mobile ticket are included. Meals are your responsibility.

“The original tour was canceled and replaced with a tour to the Taean Tulip Festival and Sudoeska - a Buddhist monastery and religious site. The festival, held at the Korea Flower Park, was wonderful. There were many acres of tulips, Read more”

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8.Andong Hahoe Folk Village [UNESCO World Heritage] Private Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $286

Leave Seoul at 7:30 a.m. for a private day trip to Andong Hahoe Folk Village, a UNESCO site shaped by Joseon-era traditions. Your guide, possibly BJ Kwon, Chance Kim, or Mr. Kim, takes you to Buyongdae Cliff, the Mask Museum, and Byeongsan Seowon, with a Korean lunch included in the plan.

“Awful experience on Viator's Korea tour. Guide was rude, unhelpful, and no-show cost me $968.66. No refund or support from Viator”

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9.Jeonju Hanok Stay & Mt. Jiri Hiking from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $690

Leave Seoul for a two-day small-group trip through Oseong Hanok Village, Jeonju’s 700 hanok homes, Mt. Jiri, and Gurye. You’ll get round-trip transport, a hanok stay, meals, a licensed English-speaking guide, entrance fees, and travel insurance. Expect moderate walking and hiking.

“Transportation: The bus we took was luxurious and smooth sailing. There's plenty of leg room, and the chairs recline if you're looking to nap. I will note, although there's free wifi, great views, and the occasional tour guide pop quiz, at least 4 Read more”

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10.7 days Flexible Tour for Major Cities(Seoul,Busan,Gyeongju etc)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $2,000

Hun and Sean lead a flexible seven-day private tour through Seoul, the DMZ, Suwon, Gyeongju, and Busan. You get airport transport, a comfortable minivan, entrance tickets, bottled water, and help shaping the schedule. Hotel and meals cost extra.

“Hun is one of the best private tour guides and driver we have come across in our years of travels. From the day we booked his tour he was in contact with me to tailor our itinerary. He asked for a list of places and foods we wanted and pRead more”

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11.Jinhae Cherry Blossom + Busan Sunrise from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $108

Travel overnight from Seoul to Busan and Jinhae with English-speaking staff, stopping at Haeundae Beach, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Yeojwacheon Stream, and Gyeonghwa Station. You get round-trip transport, blossom time, and sunrise views for $108.49, but the 19 to 20-hour schedule allows little sleep.

“... but unfortunately the cherry blossom was almost over. We went to Jinhae on April 8th with our Korean friend .”

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12.3-Day Korea Western course by K-shuttle Tour from Seoul to Busan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $749

Travel from Seoul to Busan by coach with a professional guide, stopping at Baekje tombs in Gongju, Jeonju Hanok Village, May 18th National Cemetery, Suncheon Bay Garden, Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s memorial, and Jinjuseong Fortress. Justin and Mr Kim have guided past departures.

“Justin was great informative we saw a lot of places well worth the tour as this part of Korea is difficult to access”

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13.Private Jeonju Hanok Village – Culinary tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $300

Travel from Seoul to Jeonju with a private English-speaking guide such as Jiwon, Jones, or Andy. Explore Hanok Village, Nambu Market, Gyeonggijeon Shrine, and Jeondong Catholic Church, then eat local specialties including bibimbap and hanjeongsik. Expect a long day, about three hours each way by road.

“Great experience! Jones was a very knowledgeable, personable, and fun guide. The local restaurant he took us to was off the beaten path and was amazing; we would never have found it on our own. A great day!”

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14.Autumn Foliage – Mt. Naejang + Jeonju Hanok Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 16 hours · from $61Best value

Leave Seoul early for a long but rewarding day at Mt. Naejang and Jeonju Hanok Village. You get round-trip transport, an English-speaking guide-driver, time to walk among fall trees, and three hours for hanok streets, food, and optional hanbok browsing.

“One of the best tripa i had during my trip to Korea. Our Guide SB was really helpful, showed us great locations, also places where to eat and made great recommendations, and offered help getting the best photos! Very recommended”

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15.Maisan Cherry Blossom and Jeonju Hanok Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 13 hours · from $71

Travel from Seoul to Maisan Provincial Park for a 3-kilometer cherry blossom tunnel, then explore Jeonju Hanok Village, where more than 800 traditional houses line the streets. An English-speaking driver-guide, including guide Andrew on some departures, handles transport.

“I had a change to see cherry blossom in a beautiful scenery, everything looked so great, the lake, the mountains... The transport was comfortable and everything was well-organized.”

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