Tour Programs

    E1. Daegu Modern Culture Tour(Walking tour)

  • E1. Daegu Modern Culture Tour(Walking tour)
    DATE Wednesday, September19, 2012
    TIME 14:30~19:00 (Approx. 4.5 hours)
    ITINERARY EXCO⇒Dongsan Missionary House⇒ Street of March 1 Independence Movement⇒Gyesandong Catholic Church ⇒Old Residences of Lee Sang-hwa and Seo Sang-don ⇒Outer Alley ⇒Jeil Church⇒Jingolmok (Jin Alley) ⇒ Chinese Association⇒Daegu Modern History Museum⇒EXCO
    PRICE 20USD/person (Minimum 25 persons basis)
    CONDITIONS - English speaking guide’s assistance
    - 45-seated bus
    DESCRIPTION As you walk along the streets of downtown Daegu you will be privy to a charming mix of architecture where history borders modernity. Some of the major architectural landmarks of the downtown area are the missionary's residence and the Gothic-style Gyesan Cathedral, both built in the early 1900s. The street of the March 1st Independence Movement (Manse movement) and the residences of resistance poet Lee Sang-hwa and independence activist Seo Sang-don are also located in this area.
  • E1. Daegu Modern Culture Tour(Walking tour)

    E2. Donghwa-sa Temple(Mt. Palgongsan)

  • E2. Donghwa-sa Temple(Mt. Palgongsan)
    DATE Wednesday, September19, 2012
    TIME 14:30~19:00 (Approx. 4.5 hours)
    ITINERARY EXCO ⇒DaeguBangjjaYugi Museum(Korean Bronzeware Museum) ⇒Donghwa-sa Temple(Mt. Palgongsan)⇒ EXCO
    PRICE 30USD/person (Minimum 25 persons basis)
    CONDITIONS - English speaking guide’s assistance
    - 45-seated bus
    - Admission included
    DESCRIPTION Palgong Mountain is a famous mountain in Daegu and sits about 20 kilometers north of the center of the city. The area is the center of Buddhist culture in Korea and harbors many temples surrounded by its scenic rocks and streams. Azaleas bloom in the spring, while the luxuriant forests and clear fresh streams bring delight in the summer. Majestic golden-toned leaves dot the landscape and decorate the 16.3-kilometer roadway during the fall. In the winter, the snowy landscape is a must-see. A veritable centerpiece for each season, Palgong Mountain is never without visitors.
  • E2. Donghwa-sa Temple(Mt. Palgongsan)

    E3. Haeinsa Temple(TripitakaKoreana_UNESCO World Heritage)

  • E3. Haeinsa Temple(TripitakaKoreana_UNESCO World Heritage)
    DATE Wednesday, September19, 2012
    TIME 14:30~19:00 (Approx. 4.5 hours)
    ITINERARY EXCO⇒.Haeinsa Temple(TripitakaKoreana_UNESCO World Heritage)⇒ EXCO
    PRICE 35USD/person (Minimum 25 persons basis)
    CONDITIONS - English speaking guide’s assistance
    - 45-seated bus
    - Admission included
    DESCRIPTION Haeinsa Temple was founded during the third year of King Ae-Jang's reign (802), by two monks Suneung and Ijung. The name "Haein" originates from the expression Haeinsammae of Hwaeomgyeong (Buddhist scripture), which means truly enlightened world of Buddha and our naturally undefiled mind.
    Along with the TripitakaKoreana (National Treasure No.32) and Janggyeongpanjeon (National Treasure No. 52), 15 more public treasures and some 200 private treasures are enshrined at Haeinsa Temple, which has been appointed as a universal cultural heritage since December, 1995 for its many cultural properties and historical remains.
  • E3. Haeinsa Temple(TripitakaKoreana_UNESCO World Heritage)

    E4. GyungjuYangdong Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)

  • E4. GyungjuYangdong Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)
    DATE Wednesday, September19, 2012
    TIME 14:30~19:00 (Approx. 4.5 hours)
    ITINERARY EXCO⇒GyungjuYangdong Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)⇒ EXCO
    PRICE 35USD/person (Minimum 25 persons basis)
    CONDITIONS - English speaking guide’s assistance
    - 45-seated bus
    - Admission included
    DESCRIPTION GyeongjuYangdong Village is Korea’s largest traditional village, showcasing the traditional culture of the Joseon Dynasty and the beautiful natural surroundings. Thanks to its many cultural heritages, including treasures, national treasures, and folklore materials, the entire village has been designated as a cultural heritage site. Many people have visited this village to see its wealth of cultural heritages and scenic surroundings. Charles, Prince of Wales, visited this village in 1993.

    Mt. Seolchangsan and its four spines of mountains can be seen beyond the village. Approximately 160 old houses and 500-year-old thatched-roof cottages are nestled within the valley. Fifty-four of these homes, are over 200 years old and have been excellently preserved in their original state, offering a rare opportunity to view a variety of unique Korean traditional houses in person.
  • E4. GyungjuYangdong Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)

    E5. AndongHahoe Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)

  • E5. AndongHahoe Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)
    DATE Wednesday, September19, 2012
    TIME 14:30~19:00 (Approx. 4.5 hours)
    ITINERARY EXCO⇒AndongHahoe Folk Village(UNESCO World Heritage)⇒ EXCO
    PRICE 35USD/person (Minimum 25 persons basis)
    CONDITIONS - English speaking guide’s assistance
    - 45-seated bus
    - Admission included
    DESCRIPTION Hahoe Village is home to descendants of the Ryu clan of Pungsan and is well-known for its traditional houses. Birthplace of renowned scholars of the Joseon Period such as GyeomamRyu Un-ryong and SeoaeRyuSeong-ryong, the village became even more famous after Queen Elizabeth of England visited on April 21, 1999.

    Hahoe Village boasts exquisite scenic sights: the elegant Nakdong River flowing around the village, the magnificent Buyongdae Cliff, endlessly unfolding sandy beaches, and lush, ancient pine trees. Visitors can take the boat to Buyongdae Cliff for a panoramic view of the village.

    Hahoe Village, along with Yangdong Village in Gyeongju, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List under the category of “Historic Villages in Korea” on July 31, 2010.