Explore Korea’s oldest village, Hahoe, a UNESCO site. Enjoy panoramic views, a mask museum, and a historic Confucian school on this private tour.
- Andong Hahoe Folk Village - Tourist can walk and feel real old traditional village where still remain an old culture and traditional Korean houses.
This delightful traditional riverside village – a Unesco World Heritage site – is a place to commune with the traditional fabric of old Korea and, in the busy months, with large crowds of visitors. Avoid the weekends, go off-season and be rewarded with a glimpse of bucolic enchantment and the gentle rhythms of countryside village life.
- Buyongdae - Buyongdae is a cliff about 64 meters high situated where the Taebaeksan Mountain Range ends. From the summit, one can get a bird’s-eye-view of Hahoe Village in Andong. The name was taken from an ancient history of China. Meaning lotus, the name Buyongdae is said to be given for Hahoe Village’s configuration like a lotus flower. Thus, one can get the best view of the village from the cliff. Located near Buyongdae are Ogyeonjeongsa House, Gyeomamjeongsa House, and Hwacheon Seowon Academy.
- Hahoe Mask Museum - Hahoe Mask Museum is located in Andong Hahoe Village, which is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Important Folklore Material No. 122. Hahoe Village is a representative traditional Korean folk town and is the home of the Hahoe Mask (National Treasure No. 121) and the Byeolsin Gut Mask Dance (Important Intangible Cultural Properties No. 69). The museum not only displays Hahoe masks, but also other traditional masks from all over the world.
The museum consists of five permanant exhibition halls and one special exhibition hall, housing a wide range of masks from all over the world along with Hahoe masks. The museum also offers activity programs such as wearing a mask, mask trick art, photo zone, and more.
- Byeongsan Seowon - Byeongsanseowon is a Confucian school that was established by esteemed Confucian scholars to pay tribute to the memory of Seong-nyong Yu (1542-1607), who was well-respected for his writings and personality. His mortuary tablet is enshrined at this school. Around the time of 1863, Confucian schools enjoyed many freedoms under the Joseon rule, students and scholars of the school were exempt from taxation and other expenses. Byeongsan Seowon was one of 47 places in all of Korea and 2 in Andong not destroyed during the rule of Daewongun [Politician of Joseon Imperial family, 1820 ~ 1898] in 1868.
The Nakdong-gang River is situated just in front of the Confucian Academy. Cross the river and the Byeongsan Mountain can be found. By forming a folding screen like shape around the academy, the mountains both protect and add a serene beauty to the area.
- Private transportation
- All entrance fees
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driving guide
- All fees and taxes
- Vehicle service
- Lunch
This tour takes you to Korea’s oldest village, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can immerse yourself in the traditional essence of ancient Korea.
You will also get a panoramic view of the village from Buyongdae Cliff across the river before visiting this unique location.
After exploring Hahoe Village, you can visit the Hahoe Mask Museum, which features a fascinating collection of Korean and international masks.
The final stop is Byeongsan Seowon, a Confucian academy established by renowned Confucian scholars to honor Seong-nyong Ryu’s memory.
• Guests will be picked up and dropped off at a hotel in or near Seoul, with a drive of approximately 3 hours from the tourist area.
• During the journey, a knowledgeable driving guide will provide insightful information about Korea’s politics, religion, society, culture, and nature.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
