South Korea · NATIONAL PARKS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 11 national park trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Guided half-day hike in Seoul’s Bukhansan National Park with temple views, small-group English guide, and trail options
“This was an excellent hike! We enjoyed the representative that guided us. The spa experience was wonderful. . . Especially enjoyed the exfoliation and soaking in the warm water. Great rejuvenation after the hike.”
Hike Seoul’s highest peak on Bukhansan Summit Course: 4.5 hours, ropes on Baek-un-dae, small group, optional tofu lunch.
“It is one of the best hikes that we’ve experienced. Koa is an amazing guide, he’s very friendly and communicative. This is highly recommended for hiking enthusiasts!”
Hike Seoul’s highest peak, 836 m, in about 4.5 hours with English guide Koa, safety gear, crampons and poles, optional tofu lunch.
“It was an amazing experience. Our guide Koa did a top job. He even led us down a different trail to make the hike more interesting. Great job.”
Private Seoraksan hike from Seoul to Ulsanbawi with a fluent English guide, hotel pickup, and Shinheungsa temple plus a bronze Buddha.
“Mr. Kim was punctual and an absolute joy to converse with. I think we talked non-stop to/from Seoul. He had me laughing so much that I still smile when I think about that day. I look forward to booking him again the next time I am in SRead more”
A hassle-free Seoul day trip to Mt. Seoraksan for autumn hikes, peak viewpoints, and temple stops. Price $60, guides in EN and ZH.
“I wanted to reserve cable car tickets in advance.”
Private Seoraksan day trip from Seoul with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, cable car option, Sokcho market and port stops.
“Our guide -Maya was fantastic and she couldn't have done more to make our special day at Seoraksan any better .I had waited a year to get back here and was so happy to have the best weather ,the best hike ,a great lunch, and lots of additional information - Thankyou”
Private English guided hike in Seoul’s Bukhansan National Park with hotel pickup, Korean lunch, fortress ruins, and flexible trails.
“I had a great day with my tour guide, on the way he told me about the history of Korea and it was an interesting topic, after 20 min from my hotel we arrived, then we start our hike Bukhansan Mountain and he took me To peak of mountain and The view from the top is breaRead more”
Private Busan day trip to Hallyeohaesang National Park: ferry to Oedo Botania, cable car to Mt Noja, with free time and guide.
“Though it was a cloudy day, we were fortunate enough to have good view at the right moment and the sun came out at the right time. It was breathtaking and majestic viewing the rock formations and we are glad to be there.”
6-hour Mt. Bukhansan hike from Seoul with a licensed English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and Korean hiker’s lunch plus snacks.
“Bergin was Flipping hilarious. He was like a mountain goat running around and encouraging us up the trail. It was definitely harder than we thought but the views were worth it! We saw so many bugs and mushrooms and two cats! Once he found out we liked taking picturRead more”
One-day autumn trip from Busan to Naejangsan National Park, guided to Naejangsa Temple plus free time for photos and lunch.
“Was really fun. Wish we had more time in the site itself. Kang was the kindest and best guide!”
Private Songnisan National Park and Beopjusa UNESCO temple day trip from Seoul, with forest walks, optional Munjangdae hike, lunch, and pickup.
“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”
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