Gyeongju Tour by KTX
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Gyeongju Tour by KTX

Overview

Travel to Gyeongju, one of the most traditional cities in Korea, by KTX express train at 300 km/h. Gyeongju was the capital of the ancient Korean Kingdom of Silla (57 BCE – 935) for about a thousand years. The city is full of heritage sites and relics that show its amazing cultural history. With the help of our guides, you will see traditional art and culture up close and experience the rich history of Korea.

Tour Highlights

Royal Tumuli Park

More than 20 large and small tombs from the Silla period, believed to be for kings and court officials. Excavations of Cheonmachong and Hwangnamchong revealed gold crowns, girdles, ornaments, horse fittings and weapons.

Royal Tumuli Park — Gyeongju Tour by KTX

Wolseong Palace Site & Cheomseongdae Observatory

Wolseong — 'Moon Castle' — the ancient royal palace complex of Silla. Cheomseongdae is one of the oldest surviving astronomical observatories in East Asia.

Wolseong Palace Site & Cheomseongdae Observatory

Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto

Bulguksa is a masterpiece of Silla-era architecture. Seokguram Grotto houses a magnificent stone Buddha overlooking the East Sea — one of the finest examples of Buddhist art in Asia.

Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto — Gyeongju Tour by KTX

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond

An elegant royal pond site of the Silla court, beautifully illuminated in the evening.

Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
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Itinerary

→Pick up in Seoul
→KTX to Gyeongju
→Royal Tumuli Park
→Wolseong Palace Site & Cheomseongdae
→Bulguksa Temple & Seokguram Grotto
→Donggung Palace & Wolji Pond
→KTX back to Seoul

Private Tour Pricing

Price per person based on group size

Group SizePrice per Person
2 guestsUSD 387
3 guestsUSD 300
4 guestsUSD 265
5 guestsUSD 245
6 guestsUSD 230
7 guestsUSD 220
8+ guestsOn request

Inclusions

  • 1 Day private tour
  • All admission fees to tourist sites
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Roundtrip transfer service with private vehicle (Gyeongju City)
  • KTX round trip fare (Economy class)
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop off service

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses
  • Every meal
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • •The hotel pick-up time varies depending on your hotel's location.

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