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For passengers who want to discover more about Korean culture, this wonderful half-day excursion is a great place to start.

After meeting your guide at the ship, you will then drive through the commercial district, passing city hall, hotels, banks and department stores before continuing on to Yongdusan Park, in the very heart of Busan. View the Busan Tower, which boasts panoramic views of the city before driving along the narrow valleys that are wedged between the Nakdong River and Suyeong River. Here, your guide who is local to the area, will reveal the region's history as you pass by this dramatic mountain backdrop.

Your will then head to either the Beomeosa Temple or Geumgangsa Temple for your first stop of the day.

Beomeosa, one of ten HwaEom temples in Korea, was established to realize the purpose of HwaEom which pursues life full of happiness and generosity. It was founded in 678 A.D., and is home to an impressive 7th century stone pagoda.

After exploring the serene temple grounds you will then be invited to take part in an ancient tea ceremony. You will be taught the rituals and rules of this important tradition, before enjoying green tea and Korean rice cakes with your hosts.

After you have learnt more about the culture of this wonderful country, you will climb back on to the motorcoach and enjoy the glorious drive through stunning countryside back to your ship.