8 Days Cultural Tour to Busan and Gyeongju (Korea)

2024-02-20

Well-known for their rich historical and cultural heritage, Busan and Gyeongju offer many exposures where students can immerse themselves in South Korean customs, religion, and art. Busan is home to temples and shrines, providing insights into Buddhism and architectural beauty where the famous "Gyeongju Ancient Capital" is often referred to as the "Museum Without Walls" because of its extensive historical sites and artifacts. The trip is designed to be thematic and will offer students opportunities to better understand multi-religious, multi-cultural, and multi-racial communities through participation in an immersive educational and cultural experience.

Notes:
1. Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice.
2. Students should bear personal expenses and be responsible for tourist visa applications.

Date:

2024-05-14 - 2024-05-21

Venue:

Busan, Deagu, Gyeongju (Korea)

Time:

Full day

Co-organisers:

N/A

Participants:

CityU full-time undergraduate students

Admission:

By selection, please fill in the on-line registration form below.

Capacity:

Language:

English and Cantonese

Fee

HK$5,200
(non-refundable, including round trip air tickets, shared twin-room in 3-star hotels, local transport in Korea, meals)

Eligibility

CityU full-time undergraduate students

Application Deadline

15 March 2024 (Friday)

Itinerary

Date	Itinerary
14 May	Hong Kong – Busan – Deagu Visit Daegu 83 Tower, Seomun Market
15 May	Deagu – Gyeongju Sightseeing in Modern Cultural Street includes Dongsancheongna Hill, March First Independence Movement Road, Gyesan Catholic Church, and Daegu Yangnyeongsi Museum of Oriental Medicine Head to Gyeongju after visiting Hyangchon Cultural Center in the afternoon
16 May	Gyeongju Explore the Korean old capital Gyeongju by visiting the Bulguksa Temple, Daereungwon Tomb Complex, Gyochon Village, Woljeonggyo Bridge, Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
17 May	Gyeongju – Busan Head to Busan, visit the University for cultural exchange
18 May	Busan Visit cultural organisation in the morning and Busan Museum in the afternoon
19 May	Busan Sightseeing in Busan: Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Taejongdae, Gamcheon Culture Village, Songdo Skywalk
20 May	Busan Review the modern history of Busan: BIFF Square – Gukje Market – Bupyeong Market – Bosu Book Alley – Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum – Museum of Movies/Trick Eye Museum – 40-step Cultural and Tourism Theme Street – Yongdusan Park
21 May	Busan – Hong Kong Visit Busan Museum of Art in the morning, get back to Hong Kong in the afternoon

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