Tours/Busan/Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour
Viator · group up to 17 pax

Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

4.8(120)Busan1 hour
VIATOR4.8(102)TRIPADVISOR4.9(18)

Description

Do you want to maximize your cruise layover tour in Busan? In this program,you can visit major tour destinations in Busan, Most beautiful temple in Korea, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Santorini in Busan - Gamcheon Cultural village which has also panoramic view of Old Busan, APEC house in Dongbaek Island, Jagalchi fish market which is biggest fish market in Korea, BIFF street that busan international film festival held that so many good food are waiting for you,etc. United Nations cemetery for fallen Korean War soldiers with many national flags & a wall of names. You will also experience Busan Local food that locals love to visit! It can be Korean BBQ, Super famous seaweed soup with seafood, Pork Soup, Busan fried chicken! Your dreamy travel to Busan, we will make it happen! - Small Group - mini bus size - Licensed Tour guide - Must visit places in Busan - Local Food - tour guide will suggest

Tour Options

Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

60 min

After your tour guide picks you up at Busan International Cruise Terminal, you will head to Haedong Yonggung Temple. This place offers tourists a chance to know two birds with one stone- head up for second-to-none panoramic views of the ocean against the city, and learn more about traditional Korean religion.

60 min

It shows also Haewundae beach scenery Nurimaru APEC House means an APEC conference hall. It is noted for its beautiful, natural landscape accented by dense camellia and pine trees. Nurimaru APEC House has been used as a memorial hall and a prestigious international conference hall since the APEC summit meeting.

60 min

The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honors UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953. This serene park spreads across a grassy plain area of 135,000 square meters. Some notable sites and memorials include: Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, two Turkish Monuments, Greek Monument, Australian Monument, British Common Wealth Monument and two ponds. The Memorial Service Hall and the Memorabilia Hall were constructed in 1964 and 1968 respectively. The citizens of Busan dedicated the Main Gate in 1966. There are many annual events held here such as April’s Tributary Ceremony of the Veterans of the Korean War, May’s American Memorial Day, June’s Korean Memorial Day, and October’s UN Ceremony Day.

Admission included60 min

Here is one historically rich mountainside cultural quarter. It was originally settled by refugees during the Korean War. You will see tiny hillside homes and nifty collection of clever decorative pieces installed by art students. After Gamcheon Culture Village, you will have lunch. Your guide will take you to local restaurant.

20 min

Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.

60 min

Because Busan is one of the biggest seaports in South Korea, it says nothing of best seafood. Jagalchi market is the most famous seafood market in all of Korea. You can see every seller yell their bargains and bargain at once. You can try some seafood like squid, octopus, crab, mussels and prawns.

60 min

Are you interested in Busan’s modern district? Then hit BIFF Square. There are events such as hand printing of movie celebrities. The 428 meter-long street stretching from the Buyeong Theater in Nampo-dong to the overpass in Chungmu-dong was divided into “Star Street” and “Festival Street,” and on the eve of the festival each year the “Ground Opening the BIFF Square” is held on the street. During the ceremony events such as the hand printing of famous movie celebrities and Nunggot Jeomdeung (snow-flower lighting) take place.

Highlights

English speaking guide
Entrance fees
Pickup & Drop off at Busan International Cruise Terminal
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
English speaking guide
Entrance fees
Pickup & Drop off at Busan International Cruise Terminal
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuities(optional)
Lunch - Tour guide will suggest

Pickup Locations & Times

Please let us know in advance when you arrive at port.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please add country code to your phone number at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Reviews(120)

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Hava_K
June 27, 2026
Blast in Busan

We had an incredible private excursion, and our tour guide Gina made the experience unforgettable! She was knowledgeable, funny, and kept us entertained while sharing so many interesting facts and stories. Gina was also incredibly flexible, tailoring the day to our interests and making sure we got the most out of every stop. It felt like exploring with a friend who knew all the best places. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun, personalized, and memorable experience! Make sure to ask for Gina!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Cassandra_C
June 23, 2026
Stellar Busan Experience with a brilliant guide!

Our guide, SEB is amazing! He is very knowledgeable and gave us the best, local Busan experience. I was travelling with my elderly mum and he paid special attention to her, including getting the driver to pick us up conveniently on side roads to minimise my mum from walking on the steep, Busan slopes. His service was beyond our expectations and I really appreciate the experience he has delivered. 5 stars rating 👍🏼

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Alexsia_B
June 19, 2026
Our tour guide katie was...

Our tour guide katie was awesome! She was very knowledgeable, friendly and organized making the entire day stress-free and enjoyable. She made sure to share interesting information about Busan’s history, culture and local attractions while keeping the group on schedule without making us feel rushed. Thank you for a great first time in Busan!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Amy_R
June 17, 2026
Best of Busan!

Kassy was an excellent small group host! She was knowledgeable, organized, and kept our tour on track throughout the entire day. We always knew what to expect and never felt rushed or confused. Her planning and attention to detail made the experience completely stress-free. We especially appreciated knowing we would get back to the ship on time without having to worry. Kassy’s professionalism and friendly demeanor made our day even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Julie_B
June 14, 2026
Busan in a day

We were on a small group tour which was great so that you could really learn from the tour guide. Kassy was great and gave opportunities to explore or make a variation of the plan. We had a great time!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Chelsea_R
June 10, 2026
Great Day Exploring the City

Our guide Brian was fantastic. He was so knowledgeable and showed us the great city of Busan. We would love to come back to explore the city more.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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P4986XQstuartb
May 31, 2026
Busan trip

Excellent trip. Guide was very good, friendly and enthusiastic.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Carol_M
May 26, 2026
Excellent Tour of Busan with Kassy!

We had an excellent tour with Kassy in Busan! She was very thorough in her explanations of the areas we visited. We appreciated visiting the UN Cemetery, the APEC sight and the walking path there was lovely!! We do enjoyed our lunch as well. Kassy was very helpful with ensuring I had a vegetarian and gluten free lunch. That was very much appreciated! The village was beautiful and the fish market was fascinating. We had a lovely time. The port in Busan is beautiful!!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Jeffrey_L
May 16, 2026
You really can see everything!

This nonstop tour is packed with sightseeing. Busan is a sprawling city and it would not be possible to see all the sights included in this tour during a cruise port day on your own. Our guide, Kassy, was amazing and kept the group on schedule as we did not have a lot of extra time to waste. She was easy to understand and passionate about leading the tour. This tour group was much smaller and significantly less cost than ship excursions.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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Laura_D
May 15, 2026
Small tour with great English speaking guide

Great small tour! Luke, our tour guide was excellent, spoke perfect English, took us to all the best spots, we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. There were only 4 of us on this tour so it was a real treat! My husband and i and only 2 others. The van was super clean and comfortable. Even stopped for a very tasty lunch. We had a great day!

Operator response

Thank you for joining our tour service and glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with my tour guide! Hope you have good memory in Korea! Best Regards Harry

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