Head down to the best Autumn foliage spots in Busan to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of Fall. The gorgeous colours of red and yellow leaves are most prominent in November and only lasts for a short while. However, it’s also a peak tourist period, so consider joining some local tours to travel in comfort.
Haeundae River Cruise
Sail down the Suyeong River leading to the Haeundae district on the Haeundae River Cruise. See how the city changes from evening to night with the dazzling lights of Busan. From the cruise, you can spot iconic landmarks such as Gwanan Bridge and The Bay 101. What’s more, you’ll receive a free drink if you book via KKday!
Busan Gijang Skyline Luge
Located near the Eastern edge of Busan, Busan Gijang Skyline Luge is surely a special way to enjoy the Autumn foliage. There are two skyride stations available – one with an ocean view (Skyride 1) and another with a forest view (Skyride 2). which literally gives you a birds-eye view of Lotte World Adventure Busan and the coastline.
At the top, choose from 4 tracks to ride 2.4KM downhill with your luge cart. It’s an exhilarating way to sightsee!
Autumn Foliage Random Tour
As its name suggests, you’re in for a surprise when you join the Busan Autumn Foliage Random Tour. Two or three scenic spots will be selected before the start of each trip by the guide.
Some of the popular spots from a total of 30 attractions include Geumgang Park and Beomeosa in Busan, Daegu Arboretum in Daegu and Bulguksa in Gyeongju.
Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned bus with an experienced tour guide who is proficient in both English and Chinese!
Day & Night Tour – Oryukdo Island
Experience the best that Busan has to offer in this 13-hour long Day & Night Tour. This fully guided tour covers roughly seven to eight attractions. You’ll visit Taejongdae National Park where you can hike through lush forests, and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple with its 3-storey pagoda guarded by 4 lion statues.
A highlight is Oryukdo Island, a collection of islands with rocky peaks, mountains and azure blue water. If you’re daring enough, take a stroll on the Skywalk, a transparent glass bridge that extends over the water.
East Busan Half-Day Photo Tour – Ahopsan Forest, Haedong Yonggunsa Temple
Make the most of your trip by getting your travel journey captured by a professional photographer. The East Busan Half-Day Photo Tour is a photo tour where you’ll not only receive 8 edited photos, but all the raw files taken during the trip as well.
The three locations that you’ll be heading to for the photo tour are:
- Ahopsan Forest: This 1,720M2 bamboo forest, originally a private land of over 400 years, is a popular filming location. Since its opening in 2015, iconic Korean dramas such as Kundo: Age of the Rampant, The King in Love, and Memories of the Sword have been filmed here.
- Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: Built in 1376 by a teacher known as Naong, this is the only temple along the seashore in the entire South Korea. Be prepared to do a bit of climbing, as you’ll need to climb 108 steps to reach the heart of the temple. There is an observatory is in the middle of the stairs for sightseeing and sunrise watching.
- Cheongsapo: This famous coastal attraction is home to the two coastal railways in South Korea. The K-movie “My Girl and I” was filmed here, making it a tourist destination.
One Day Tour – Gamcheon Culture Village, Cheongsapo Railroad
This Busan One Day Tour covers 4 locations – the Haedong Yonggunsa Temple, Cheongsapo Railroad, Huinnyeoul Coastal Village and Gamcheon Culture Village. In this tour, you’ll get to be close to the coastline as you can see the train passing by Haeundae Beach, and see how the sea stretches under the cliff right in front of the Huinnyeoul Coastal Village. Lastly, in Gamcheon Culture Village, also known as the “Santorini of Korea”, see how the buildings have been colorfully decorated with murals and sculptures by the residents, making it vibrant and lively.
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