Ancient Baekje Kingdom & West Coast Discovery
A private, van-based Chungcheong itinerary for 1-7 guests — paced around your family and fully customisable.
Region
Chungcheong
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Group size
Up to 7 guests
From
$731 per group (up to 3 guests)(₩950,000)Private van & driver included
Travel from Seoul into the heart of the ancient Baekje kingdom, then continue west to Korea's open coast. This private two-day journey pairs UNESCO fortress walls, a reconstructed royal temple, mountain serenity and regional food with a relaxed waterfront finale.
Multilingual tour guide available upon request, in your preferred language, subject to availability and an additional fee.
What to expect
- UNESCO-listed Gongsanseong Fortress and its commanding Geum River views
- Baekje Cultural Land's full-scale royal architecture and five-storey pagoda
- A traditional lotus-leaf rice table inspired by Buyeo's lotus culture
- Forest paths and historic halls at UNESCO-listed Magoksa Temple
- A relaxed west-coast waterfront stop with fresh grilled seafood
Your tour, your way — adjusted to your requests
The itinerary on this page is only a starting point. On request, we adjust every tour to the way you want to travel: swap stops, change the timing, skip a place or add a detour. Tell us what your family wants to see, and we'll rebuild the schedule around it — at no extra planning cost.
Your journey, day by day
- Day 1 · 08:00
Seoul hotel pickup & drive to Gongju
Meet your private driver at your hotel and travel south to Gongju. A motorway rest stop is included whenever your family needs breakfast, coffee or a stretch.
- Day 1 · 10:30
Gongsanseong Fortress gate & stone walls
Enter the UNESCO fortress beneath its painted wooden gate and see how Baekje's kings defended the Geum River capital. The walking route can be shortened around stairs and mobility needs.
- Day 1 · 11:30
Rampart pavilion & Geum River views
Follow the restored wall to a hillside pavilion and pause for broad views over the fortress slopes and river valley before descending for lunch.
- Day 1 · 13:00
Buyeo lotus-leaf rice lunch
Enjoy rice steamed in fragrant lotus leaves with grilled fish, seasonal vegetables and an array of Korean side dishes. Dietary restrictions are checked before the restaurant is reserved.
- Day 1 · 14:30
Baekje Cultural Land & Neungsa Pagoda
Walk through a full-scale reconstruction of Baekje's royal world, centred on Neungsa Temple's five-storey wooden pagoda. The architecture makes the kingdom's artistry tangible for visitors of every age.
- Day 1 · 17:30
Check-in & evening at leisure
Transfer to your selected Gongju or Buyeo hotel. We can recommend a relaxed local dinner and an optional evening stroll depending on your accommodation.
- Day 2 · 09:30
Magoksa Temple forest retreat
Begin the second day at UNESCO-listed Magoksa, where tiled halls sit quietly among forested mountains. Follow the stream and temple paths at an unhurried pace before returning to the coastbound road.
- Day 2 · 13:30
West-coast waterfront & open views
Arrive at a broad seaside terrace for fresh air and Yellow Sea views. Enjoy an easy promenade or simply settle beneath the parasols while the van remains close by.
- Day 2 · 14:30
Fresh seafood tasting
Sample scallops, prawns and abalone grilled at the table. Guests who prefer a different lunch can choose a nearby cooked-fish or noodle restaurant instead.
- Day 2 · 16:00
Seaside rest & return to Seoul
Finish with a final waterside break before the private drive back to Seoul. Arrival is usually between 19:00 and 20:30, depending on traffic and your chosen coast stop.
What's included
- Private van and driver for two days
- Seoul hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Flexible rest stops and route planning
- Bottled water and phone chargers
Not included
- Accommodation
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fees
- Accompanying guide unless selected
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Good to know before you book
Meeting point
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Seoul are included for private van tours; the exact pickup time and place are confirmed in writing before payment. Tours outside Seoul start from a confirmed meeting point in your itinerary.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour with a full deposit refund. Between 7 and 3 days the deposit is held as credit for a future date. Within 72 hours the deposit is non-refundable. Tours cancelled by us for weather or safety are refunded in full.
Changes to your booking
Date changes are free up to 72 hours before the tour, subject to availability. Itinerary changes can be made on the day with your guide as long as the total duration stays the same.
Book this tour
Send your dates and group size for Ancient Baekje Kingdom & West Coast Discovery — we reply within 12 hours with a written itinerary and a fixed price.
How booking and payment work
- 1
Send your booking requestNow
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- 2
Our manager approves it
Within 12 hours we email you a written itinerary and the fixed total for your party.
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Payment confirmed
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