
Social / Tour Program
Name | Date |
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Welcome Reception | July 16, 2023 |
Optional Tour Program | July 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 2023 |
Excursion(Gyeongju Tour) | July 19, 2023 |
Banquet & Student Award Ceremony | July 20, 2023 |
Optional Tour Program
ISSW34 Organizing Committee welcomes you to experience and enjoy an exotic Korean culture full of unique attractions and wonders. You can make on-line tour reservations, which will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. All tours include the services of an English-speaking guide and transportation.
Important Notice
1If you would like to participate in the tour program, please apply when registering online.
2Tour programs are based on the estimated price. It is subject to change due to the local situation.
3Tour route and duration are subject to change due to traffic, weather conditions and other circumstances.
4Deadline for tour registration is June 16(Fri), 2023.
(* Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be closed early depending on the number of applicants.)5If at least 20 people are not reached, the program may be cancelled, substituted by another program with notice to participants, or proceed at an altered rate with the consent of all participants.
6Any requests for changes or cancellations should be made separately by email to the ISSW34 Secretariat.
(E-mail: issw34.info@gmail.com)
Tour Schedule
Date | July, 16(Sun.) | July, 17(Mon.) | July, 18(Tue.) | July, 20(Thu.) | July, 21(Fri.) | ||
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Theme | Daegu Night Tour 1 |
Daegu Tour 1 |
UNESCO Haeinsa Tour |
Gimcheon Night Tour |
Daegu Night Tour 2 |
Andong Tour |
Daegu Tour 2 |
Time | 19:00PM~22:30PM | 10:00AM~17:00PM | 09:00AM~16:00PM | 14:00PM~20:30PM | 19:00PM~21:30PM | 09:00AM~17:30PM | 10:00AM~14:30PM |
Itinerary | Chilseong Night Market, Kimkwangseok Street, Dongseong-ro | Apsan Mountain cable-car, Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Culture Experience, Seomun Market | Theme Park of the Tripitaka Koreana, Haeinsa Temple | Jikjisa Temple, Ceramics of the World Museum, Sa-myeongdaesa Park(Night View) | Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory, Suseongmot Lake | Hahoe folk village, Fan making & traditional liquor experience | Modern Culture Street & Feet bathing in herb medicine, Hyangchon Cultural Center |
Price | Free of charge | USD 10 | USD 50 | USD 40 | Free of charge | USD 60 | USD 25 |
July. 16 (Sun) ▶ Daegu Night Tour 1
Date | July, 16(Sun) 19:00pm-22:30pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Chilseong Night Market ⟶ Kimkwangseok Street ⟶ Dongseong-ro |
Price | Free of charge |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Daegu Night Tour 1 | 19:00~19:20(20’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Chilseong Night Market | |
19:20~20:00(50’) | Chilseong Night Market | A variety of products, food and free markets | |
20:20~20:50(30’) | Kimkwangseok Street | ||
21:00~20:00(60’) | Dongseong-ro | the epicenter of youth culture | |
22:00~22:30(20’) | Get off the Hotels |




Chilseong Night Market combines traditional food, fusion, creative food, and various free markets. There are about 20 traditional foods and 40 creative foods. Other than that, there is also a product free market space. Enjoy your food at Shincheon Dunchi, which is filled with starlight!
Kimkwangseok Street Details



Kim Kwang-seok Road is a mural street created under the theme of Kim Kwang-seok's life and music in an alley near Bangcheon Market in Daebong-dong, where the late Kim Kwang-seok lived. Kim Kwang-seok is a Korean singer who has left many masterpieces with a sincere and heart-warming voice.
Dongseong-ro Details



Dongseong-ro Street is the epicenter of youth culture in Daegu. The road was built in 1907 at the site of the old eastern wall of Daegueupseong Walled Town. The street can be further divided into themed sections, such as Gyo-dong Jewelry Street, Tteokbokki Alley, Handbag Alley, Night Market Alley, and more.
July. 17 (Mon) ▶ Daegu Tour 1
Date | July, 17(Mon) 09:30am-17:00pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Apsan Mountain cable-car ⟶ Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Center (Lunch) ⟶ Seomun Market ⟶ Hotels |
Price | USD 10 |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Daegu Tour 1 | 09:30~10:00(30’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Apsan Mountain cable-car | |
10:00~11:10(40’) | Apsan Mountain cable-car & observatory | ||
11:30~13:30(120’) | Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Culture Experience & Lunch |
Korean food making experience | |
13:40~15:00(80’) | Traditional Hanbok & tea ceremony |
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15:20~16:20(60’) | Seomun traditional Market | ||
16:20~16:50(30’) | Get off the Hotels |




Apsan Park is located in downtown Daegu, so it is accessible and has well-equipped trails and hiking trails, so Daegu citizens enjoy visiting Apsan Mountain. Located not far from the cable car, the Apsan Observatory offers a panoramic view of Daegu at a glance, and you can also enjoy the Daegu night view from the Sofra Observatory located on the roof of the cable car platform.
Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Culture Center



At Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Culture Experience Center, you can experience hanbok, etiquette, and Korean traditional tea ceremony and food making experience. The Momyeongjae Korean Traditional Culture Experience Center operates not only experience programs but also educational programs. You will be making and enjoying a traditional Korean feast dish called "Japchae" for lunch.
Seomun Traditional Market Details



Seomun Market is the largest market in the city, with 4,000 stores that feature all sorts of goods from household items, to fresh produce, and ready-to-eat food. The atmosphere is bustling, and the people are friendly, making it an exciting place to spend an afternoon. Seomun Night Market stretches over 350 meters and features over 80 kiosks selling a variety of food and goods. It offers a magical experience with diverse food to eat, sights to see, and entertainment to enjoy, unfolding all year round.
July. 17 (Mon) ▶ UNESCO Haeinsa Tour
Date | July, 17(Mon) 09:00am-16:00pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Theme Park of the Tripitaka Koreana ⟶ Lunch ⟶ Haeinsa Temple ⟶ Hotels |
Price | USD 50 |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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UNESCO Haeinsa Tour | 09:00~10:10(70’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Theme Park of the Triptaka Koreana | |
10:10~11:30(80’) | Theme Park of the Triptaka Koreana | ||
11:50~12:50(60’) | Lunch | Seasoned Wild Vegetables Set | |
13:10~14:40(90’) | Haeinsa Temple | ||
14:40~16:00(80’) | Get off the Hotels |




It is a space of understanding and discovery to re-examine the historical and civilizing meaning of the Daejanggyeong, which has continued for a thousand years, and to appreciate the space-time journey of history from the introduction and aggregation of scriptures to the hidden science of Janggyeong Panjeon.
Lunch (Seasoned Wild Vegetables Set)



You can feel the taste of nature, eco-friendly side dishes, the feeling of Haeinsa Temple. It delivers the natural taste to customers with natural ingredients and know-how grown in Haeinsa Temple, a natural environment.
Haeinsa Temple Details



The Temple of Haeinsa, on Mount Gaya, is home to the Tripitaka Koreana , the most complete collection of Buddhist texts, engraved on 80,000 woodblocks between 1237 and 1248. The buildings of Janggyeong Panjeon, which date from the 15th century, were constructed to house the woodblocks, which are also revered as exceptional works of art. As the oldest depository of the Tripitaka , they reveal an astonishing mastery of the invention and implementation of the conservation techniques used to preserve these woodblocks.
July. 18 (Tue) ▶ Gimcheon Night Tour
Date | July, 18(Tue) 14:00pm-20:30pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Jikjisa Temple ⟶ Ceramics of the world Museum ⟶ Dinner ⟶ Sa-myeongdaesa Park ⟶ Hotels |
Price | USD 40 |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Gimcheon Night Tour | 14:00~15:20(80’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Jikjisa Temple | |
15:20~16:20(60’) | Jikjisa Temple | ||
16:20~17:20(60’) | Ceramics of the world Museum | ||
17:30~18:30(60’) | Dinner | Seasoned Wild Vegetables Set | |
18:30~19:20(50’) | Sa-myeongdaesa Park | Night View | |
19:20~20:30(70’) | Get off the Hotels |




Jikjisa Temple was established by Adohwasang in the 2nd year of King Nulji of Silla (418). The dense old pine trees around the temple and the clear water of the deep valley go well with the surrounding landscape. In the precincts, there is Birojeon Hall, where 1,000 Buddha are enshrined side by side, Daeungjeon Hall, a representative building of the Joseon Dynasty, and Seated Stone Medicine Buddha (Treasure No. 319) with a height of 1.63m.
Ceramics of the world Museum Details



The museum consists of a permanent exhibition room, a special exhibition room, and a children's culture experience room to promote the specificity and excellence of local culture by linking cultural and historical resources, and provides various attractions and play areas for children and family visitors.
Dinner (Seasoned Wild Vegetables Set)



It is a restaurant with wild vegetables set meal that has been running a restaurant at Jikjisa Temple for more than 60 years. This restaurant always serves food with fresh ingredients and provides the best service and kindness to its customers.
Sa-myeongdaesa Park



Samyeong Daesa Park is a cultural, ecological, and experiential tourist destination connecting nearby Jikjisa Temple and Hwangaksan Mountain, and is famous for its night view as well as various hands-on activities. I hope you visit here to heal your body and mind and rest.
July. 18 (Tue) ▶ Daegu Night Tour 2
Date | July, 18(Tue) 19:00pm-21:30pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory ⟶ Suseongmot Lake |
Price | Free of charge |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Daegu Night Tour 2 | 19:00~19:30(30’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory | |
19:30~20:00(30’) | Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory | ||
20:20~21:10(50’) | Suseongmot Lake | ||
21:10~21:30(20’) | Get off the Hotels |




Apsan Mountain Haeneomi Observatory, where you can see the scenery of Daegu along with the sunset, is located in Apsan Ppallaeteo Park in Nam-gu. Incorporating the history and symbolism of Apsan Ppallaeteo Park, the observatory's design embodies laundry wring. The ramp leading to the observatory is perfect for walking as you can see the panoramic view of Apsan Mountain and the surrounding landscape.
Suseongmot Lake Details



Nearby the lake is Suseong Land which houses benches, walking paths, a ferry dock, and entertainment facilities such as a Viking ship, bumper cars, and merry-go-round. In addition, visitors can enjoy a duck boat ride, view of Dusanpokpo Falls and other exciting places perfect for excursions. The lake has a music fountain that operates four times a day from May to October.
July. 20 (Thu) ▶ Andong Tour
Date | July, 20(Thu) 09:00am-17:00pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Hahoe folk village ⟶ Lunch ⟶ Fan making & traditional liquor experience ⟶ Banquet Venue |
Price | USD 60 |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Andong Tour | 09:00~10:20(80’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Hahoe folk village | |
10:20~11:00(40’) | Hahoe folk village | ||
11:00~12:00(60’) | Lunch | Braised Spicy Chicken & grilled Mackerel & Acorn jellied food | |
12:40~13:40(60’) | Fan making experience | ||
14:00~15:00(60’) | Traditional liquor experience | Tasting and making traditional liquor | |
15:00~16:30(90’) | Get off Banquet Venue |




Hahoe is a representative village for one family where tile-roofed houses and thatched roofed ones have been quite well conserved for a long time. The reason for the village name Hahoe (Ha means a river and Hoe means turning around) was that the Nakdong River flows around the village in an S shape. Hahoe Village, which is listed UNESCO World Heritage, has conserved Hahoe Byeolsingut Mask Dance Play performed by the public in general. The village conserves many cultural heritages which show Korean traditional living cultures and ancient architectural styles.
Lunch (Braised Spicy Chicken & grilled Mackerel & Acorn jellied food)



Braised Spicy Chicken(called Jjimdak) is a famous food in Andong. The menu called "Yangbansang" is a Korean table d'hote where you can enjoy braised spicy chicken, grilled mackerel, and seasoned acorn jellied food.
Fan making & traditional liquor experience



It is an experience center where you can make crafts with traditional Korean patterns by hand. You can overcome the heat by using a Korean-style fan in summer. Also, you can experience making makgeolli, a traditional Korean liquor, and taste and enjoy the liquor made in Andong.
July. 21 (Fri) ▶ Daegu Tour 2
Date | July, 21(Fri) 10:00am-14:30pm |
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Course | EXCO ⟶ Modern Culture Street ⟶ Lunch ⟶ Hyangchon Culture Center ⟶ EXCO |
Price | USD 25 |
Theme | Time | Schedule | Note |
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Daegu Tour 2 | 10:00~10:20(20’) | Assemble EXCO Gate 2 ⟶ Modern Culture Street Tour | |
10:30~12:00(90’) | Modern Culture Street Tour | Feet bathing in herb medicine | |
12:10~13:10(60’) | Lunch | Korean table d'hote | |
13:20~14:00(30’) | Hyangchon Culture Center | ||
14:00~14:30(30’) | Get off EXCO (Convention Center) |




Daegu Modern History Street offers an experience trip to see the modern history that lives on in the alleyways of Daegu. Compared to other regions, Daegu suffered less damage during the Korean War, allowing the city to clearly show the changes that happened from before and after the war. The course includes locations that were important venues of historical moments from the previous generations. During the course, it provides an opportunity to experience feet bathing in herb medicine.
Lunch (Korean table d'hote)



It is a restaurant with the sound of gayageum and a luxurious hanok yard, and serves dishes with fresh ingredients every day. You can enjoy Korean traditional food such as japchae, herbal sweet and sour pork, shiitake gangjeong, and shrimp dumplings.
Hyangchon Cultural Center Details



Hyangchon Cultural Center replicated the old looks of Hyangchon-dong, making the cultural space even more special. . You can have a chance to hear the life history of 100 residents who experienced or recalled the history of the center of Daegu. Also, you can see the real historical relics they donated to the Center.