Seoul · NATIONAL PARKS
The 9 best national park trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Hike Seoul’s highest peak on a guided four-and-a-half-hour Bukhansan route with steep rope sections, big views, and optional tofu lunch.
“Kao is a great guide. He was flexible and knowledgeable and made sure that everyone was having a good time. The views are spectacular!”
Climb Seoul’s highest peak with English-speaking guide Koa, rope-assisted summit sections, borrowed gear, and optional tofu lunch for $67.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our hike. Koa was an excellent guide. He was super fun, energetic, and engaging. Although it says it’s a “moderate “ hike, that’s in Korean standards :); it was a bit harder for others. It was challenging and I loved it! I would highly recommend this tour with Koa!”
Escape Seoul for Seoraksan’s fiery autumn forests, granite peaks, hiking trails, and five hours of free time for $60.
“I wanted to reserve cable car tickets in advance.”
Hike Seoraksan’s Ulsanbawi Rock from Seoul with a private guide, temple visit, bronze Buddha, mountain scenery, and hotel pickup.
“This hike is best suited for experienced hikers, but it was absolutely worth the effort! We explored a beautiful temple, drank fresh water from a grotto, took a scenic cable car ride, and met fellow travelers from around the world along the trRead more”
Escape Seoul for Seoraksan’s mountain trails, cable car, Sokcho market, port, and beach on a flexible private day trip with hotel pickup.
“Juno Lee was an excellent guide. Very kind and compassionate. tailored the trip to family needs. Cornered time well. Great photos taken. The best guide I have ever experienced”
Hike Seoul’s Bukhansan with guide Bergen Park, enjoying granite peaks, fortress ruins, Korean lunch, hotel pickup, and flexible private pacing.
“I had a great trip to Seoul but I must say my hike with Bergen was THE BEST day of the trip and one of my best days in a long time. I am not a hiker but do enjoy working out. I explained this to Bergen and he crafted a hike that he thought would be good for me. It was a chaRead more”
Spend a long autumn day at Naejangsan National Park with coach transport, breakfast, free hiking time, and a visit to Naejangsa Temple.
“The journey was very long, 4 hours drive. On the return journey there was a heavy traffic. The driver didn't drive smoothly, fast and press brake slow down suddenly which made passengers uncomfortable.”
Review of Seoul’s Bukhansan hike with guide Bergen Park, Korean mountain lunch, hotel transfers, fortress gates, temples, and summit views.
“Did it in early Feb and it can be chilly. Had a wonderful guide (Bergen) who was knowledgeable in the history of the mountain. Accommodating and offering alternative route which is equally breathtaking.”
Review of a private Seoul tour to UNESCO-listed Beopjusa Temple and Songnisan National Park, with forest walks, hiking, lunch, and guide Kim.
“This private tour was well worth the money. Mr. Kim was so knowledgeable and taught us so many new things. He is so kind and friendly. He let us determine how much time we spent in each location which is not like the group tours. He alloRead more”
Pick a palace, a border run or a night market.
