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Tours/Busan/Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide

Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide

4.8(11)Busan8–10 hours
VIATOR4.9(7)TRIPADVISOR4.8(4)
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
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Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide
Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide

At a glance

Duration
8–10 hours
Price from
$250 / person
Location
Busan, South Korea
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 11 reviews
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Here Korea Travel

Description

Do you want to catch splendid history of Shilla which lasted about 1,000years? Make your own customized private tour and use your time efficiently in limited time in Gyeongju ! Experienced local Tour guide/Driver(one person) who can speak English in a well cleaned Private air-conditioned tour vehicle will take you to places that you want to visit! There are many places though, you can discuss where to go and how much you want to spend time at the site! Itinerary is flexible! Plus you will have authentic local food Lunch in Gyeongju like locals! Through the tour, you will visit major tourists spot in Gyeongju : Bulguksa temple, Seokguram Grotto, Tomb park, Cheomseongdae observatory, Anapji(Dongung and wolji),etc. Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences Air-conditioned vehicle and Private driver for a more personalized experience Roundtrip hotel transport, plus all parking fees and tolls are included Make your own plan and special memory in Gyeongju with us

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9 times a day, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 9+)
$250
Child (ages 4–8)
$90
Infant (ages 0–3)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.

Tour Options

Gyeongju Pickup

Gyeongju Pickup: This tour starts the tour from Hotels in Gyeongju or Shingyeongju station Pickup included

Busan Pickup

Busan departure & dropoff: Start point is Busan But Shingyeongju station pickup and Busan dropoff possible Pickup included

From Seoul - KTX(Bullet Train)

KTX to Gyeongju from Seoul Private transportation: And included KTX train ticket for Seoul - Gyeongju- Seoul It departs from Seoul Pickup included

Itinerary

Bulguksa Temple
Admission not included60 min

Visit Bulguksa which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site for being “a masterpiece of Buddhist art in the Far East.” If you are in the temple, you will see blooming cherry blossoms in spring and colorful foliage in fall.

Seokguram
Admission not included60 min

In the Seokguram Grotto, you can see statues of devas, bodhisattvas and disciples sculpted on the surrounding walls. After that, you will have Tteokgalbi(grilled short rib patties) for lunch.

Shilla Arts and Science Museum
Admission not included60 min

Here you can watch the animated movie about this thousand year old Silla Kingdom. Take a look at Silla dynasty. The value of the show is on a par with a national treasure of Gyeongju.

Daereungwon Tomb Complex
Admission not included30 min

The Daereungwon tomb has the large ancient tombs of kings and nobles of the Silla Kingdom.

Cheomseongdae Observatory
30 min

Near this tomb complex, there is Chemseongdae Observatory which is the oldest surviving astronomical observatory in Asia. The name of this observatory means star-gazing tower.

Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
60 min

Around Chemseongdae Observatory, you will see a mix of old historical buildings and newly built hanok at Gyeongju Gyochon Hanok Village. You will figure out how they used to be back in the days. There are lots of handcraft shos and cafes too.

Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Admission not included60 min

From the tomb complex, your guide will take you to the Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond. This place is known as Anapji. You can see the most beautiful nightscape in Gyeongju. It may even give a sensational feeling of walking at night in the past during the time of Silla Dynasty. You can also hear one story behind this place from your guide.

Yangdong Folk Village
Admission not included60 min

This is the UNESCO village in Korea, you can explore the traditional Korean village

Gyeongju National Museum
60 min

You can see the genuine relics of Shilla Kingdom in the museum

Woljeonggyo Bridge
20 min

It's the bridge connecting the palace and wolji pond and it has beautiful view of ancient kingdom and nature

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and dropoff
Air-conditioned vehicle
(Optional included) KTX train ticket from Seoul to Gyeongju and Gyeongju to Seoul : Economy seat
Local Tour Guide with tour guide license
Not included
Other activities not on the tour plan
Entrance fee
Meals

Pickup Locations & Times

Most of hotels are available for hotel pickup and drop-off but sometimes it's like Airbnb and located in small alleys, then we let you know where to meet a tour guide before tour date. So please let us know exact your contact number with National Code like. +82 +65 +1,etc Thank you:)

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.8
11 reviews
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How it compares in Busan

  • Starting price $250 is 93% above the typical $129 for tours of similar length in Busan

Excurgo comparison of 363 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

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

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide take?

Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.

How much does Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide cost?

Prices start at $250 per person for this Busan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

How much does Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide cost for children?

Children aged 4–8 pay from $90, adults from $250. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Most of hotels are available for hotel pickup and drop-off but sometimes it's like Airbnb and located in small alleys, then we let you know where to meet a tour guide before tour date. So please let us know exact your contact number with National Code like. +82 +65 +1,etc Thank you:) Pickup points include Brown-Dot Hotel - Minam, Lotte Hotel Busan.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Gyeongju Hidden Gems Private Tour With Local Guide worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Here Korea Travel.

Reviews(11)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Angelika_H
August 9, 2026 · via Viator
Tour

Super Tour - very individuell and Shaped for us as Family! A lot of Impressionen and experiences we had

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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Amit_J
April 2, 2026 · via Viator
Family Day Tour

Amazing tour, epic scenery. Lifetime memories created. The guide Greg was thoughtful, caring and looked after us really well. Thank you

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

J
JhonAlexander_R
March 27, 2026 · via Viator
Anna is a woman...

Anna is a wonderful woman, she has a very good knowledge of all the places and is very friendly, she showed us amazing places in both cultural and historical issues, we had an amazing family time with her, we recommend her 100%

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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AntonyEASL
February 23, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Enjoyable tour of ancient sites of the Silla kingdom

Our guide, Wookie, picked us up and returned us to our hotel. In between, we were treated to historical tales of the Silla kingdom and the birth of the unified Korean kingdom. He carefully discussed what we would be able to achieve during the day, as the list of places to visit on TripAdvisor would not all be possible during a single day. I think we chose well. Incidentally, I'm glad we chose to stay in a hotel in Gyeongju city and many tour operators recommend large hotels well outside the centre. We were easily able to see many other attractions on foot from our hotel.

Operator response

hank 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! Plus I had also really good talk with you:) Best Regards Harry

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elizabethsL2645UA
November 17, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful Autumn Day

Amazing tours of the Unesco sights and colorful autumn leaves. Our tour guide & driver, Kevin, was friendly, insightful & punctual. He was able to take us to all of the places listed on our itinerary & had a delicious lunch in between. Would love to revisit the Gyeongju area again someday sans crowds.

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Jorge P
October 29, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
EXCELLENT GUIDE, AAA SERVICE

EXCELLENT AAA+++ GUIDE Paul was very helpful, very good communication before the tour and even after, he helped us with all our expectations and exceeded them, always attentive looking for and solving doubts and needs, it was a pleasure, DO NOT HESITATE TO LOOK FOR HIM

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Lawrence_L
October 23, 2024 · via Viator
Fantastic private Gyeongju Tour

We had a wonderful tour to Gyeongju with our guide Jay Song. She customised the tour to our needs and was a pleasure to talk to and learning the local culture from her. Overall a fantastic day out!

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Bharat_N
June 21, 2024 · via Viator
Good trip

Kind guide. Was accommodating of children. Showed us with interest. We had a good experience. Thank you.

S
Seaside36573417980
June 3, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Living history

Visiting these historical sites was absolutely amazing. What made it the best tour ever though was having Joy as our guide. Joy brought the experience to life by providing exceptional insights, historical facts, and passion to truly understand and appreciate what we were seeing.

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Robert_D
July 16, 2023 · via Viator
Fantastic Tour of Gyeongju

John was a terrific tour guide. He was flexible, knowledgeable and very personable. I would highly recommend him for your visit to Gyeongju.

$250/ person
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Duration8–10 hours
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