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8-Day Korea Alps Trek and Gyeongju UNESCO Heritage Tour

8 Days Round trip from 대한민국 서울특별시 Challenging pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore UNESCO sites such as Oksan Seowon and Yangdong Historic Village
02 Conquer the heights of the Korean Alps on treks in Ulsan and Gyeongju
03 Uncover cultural legacy at Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple
04 Discover Donggung Palace, Wolji Pond, and Wolseong Fortress in historic Gyeongju
05 Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of Gameunsa Temple Site and Bangudae Petroglyphs
06 Visit the famous Daereungwon Tumuli and Cheomseongdae Observatory

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day adventure from Seoul to Gyeongju, combining UNESCO heritage visits with trekking in the Korean Alps. Explore Oksan Seowon and Yangdong Historic Village, then hike Mt. Ganwolsan, Mt. Cheonhwangsan, Mt. Gajisan, Mt. Namsan, and Mt. Goheonsan around Ulsan and Gyeongju. Discover Gyeongju's rich history at Seokguram Grotto, Bulguksa Temple, the National Museum, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, and Wolseong Fortress. The journey also includes Gameunsa Temple Site, Gyeongju Beach, Bangudae Petroglyphs, Daereungwon Tumuli, and Cheomseongdae Observatory before returning to Seoul.

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day adventure from Seoul to Gyeongju, combining UNESCO heritage visits with trekking in the Korean Alps.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Seoul, Ulsan, Gyeongju

Languages English, Korean

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Seoul to Gyeongju via Oksan Seowon and Yangdong Historic Village

09:00: Meet at the hotel in Seoul and travel to Oksan Seowon.
13:00: Tour Oksan Seowon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15:00: Tour Yangdong Historic Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
18:00: Check in at the hotel, hopefully with a Hanok stay (traditional Korean house).

Day 02

Mt. Ganwolsan Trekking in Ulsan

09:00: Travel to the Ganwolsan trailhead.
10:00: Start trekking.
17:00: End trekking.
18:00: Return to the hotel in Gyeongju.

Day 03

Mt. Cheonhwangsan Trekking with Saemmulsanghow Lunch Stop

09:00: Travel to the Cheonhwangsan trailhead.
10:00: Start trekking, either on foot or by cable car.
13:00: Lunch at the Saemmulsanghow store.
17:00: End trekking.
18:00: Return to the hotel in Gyeongju.

Day 04

Gyeongju Heritage Tour

09:00: Travel to Seokguram Grotto.
11:00: Visit Bulguksa Temple.
14:00: Visit the National Museum.
16:00: Visit Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond.
17:30: Visit Wolseong Fortress/Palace.

Day 05

Mt. Gajisan Trekking in Ulsan

09:00: Travel to the Gajisan trailhead.
10:00: Start trekking.
13:00: Lunch at the peak with ramyeon or somewhere else.
17:00: End trekking.
18:00: Return to the hotel in Gyeongju.

Day 06

Mt. Namsan Trek, Gameunsa Temple Site and Gyeongju Beach

09:00: Travel to Mt. Namsan for trekking.
14:30: Travel to the Gameunsa Temple Site.
15:30: Visit Gyeongju Beach.
17:00: Return to the hotel in Gyeongju.

Day 07

Mt. Goheonsan Trek and Bangudae Petroglyphs

09:00: Travel to the Goheonsan trailhead.
10:00: Start trekking.
15:30: End trekking.
16:30: Visit the Bangudae Petroglyphs.
18:00: Return to the hotel in Gyeongju.

Day 08

Daereungwon and Cheomseongdae before Returning to Seoul

09:00: Check out and travel to Daereungwon Tumuli.
11:00: Visit Cheomseongdae Observatory.
12:00: Head back to Seoul.
18:00: Check in at the hotel in Seoul, and the tour ends.

Where this trip takes you

Mt. Ganwolsan ridges, Mt. Namsan trails, Seokguram Grotto, Bulguksa Temple

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

English-speaking tour guide and a mountain expert instructor
Transport
Lunches
Entrance fees

What's Not Included

Dinners
Insurance
Drinks
Tips

What to bring

Trekking gear including:
- Shoes
- A backpack bigger than 30L per person
- Sticks
- Clothes (raincoat)
- Gloves
- Sunglasses and others

Know before you go

Available for adults only. Not suitable for differently abled people, people with chronic diseases, and others.
All hotels are double or twin rooms for two persons.
No vegan or Halal food is available, only local food and instant food in some cases.
Please minimize your luggage.
All schedules are subject to change without prior notice due to local situations.
Luxury hotel stays are available for an extra charge if requested.

Logistics