South Korea · NATIONAL PARKS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend. 14 national park trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Climb Seoul’s 836-meter Baek-un-dae with guides Koa and Sam on a fast, rope-assisted Bukhansan hike with 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!”
Climb Seoul’s Bukhansan summit with guide Koa, rope-assisted rock sections, mountain views, and an 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.”
Escape Seoul for Seoraksan’s autumn colors, granite peaks, forest trails, and five free hours to hike or relax.
“I wanted to reserve cable car tickets in advance.”
Review of a private Seoul day trip to Seoraksan’s Ulsanbawi Rock, with guide, temple, mountain views, pricing, fitness tips, and FAQs.
“The Ulsanbawi hike in Seoraksan National Park was wonderful and our guide, Jimmy was great. Would recommend this tour to anyone that loves the outdoors and likes hiking.”
Escape Seoul for Seoraksan’s mountain views, cable car, Sokcho market, port, and beach on a flexible private day trip.
“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”
Visit Naejangsan from Busan for Korea’s finest autumn colors, Naejangsa Temple, scenic trails, and a full day in the mountains for $62.
“Just perfect, thank you Jade. The tour guide was very kind and the location we saw in Naejangsan were ẽtraordinary and very very beautiful”
Escape Busan for Oedo Botania, Haegeumgang’s cliffs, and Geoje cable-car views on a private Hallyeohaesang day trip.
“This tour was a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of Busan. My guide Jina was amazing. Her positive and kind attitude alone was what made this tour special. It is so worthwhile to get out into nature, which is what this tour was desiRead more”
Review of Bergen Park’s private Bukhansan hike from Seoul, with hotel pickup, Korean lunch, fortress history, flexible trails, and mountain views.
“We knew we wanted to climb a mountain in Seoul, and we lucked out with our guide, Bergen. He tailored the trek to our fitness level and was so vigilant that we were keeping up and enjoying ourselves. He made challenging trails accessible for everyone as we climbed, travRead more”
Escape Seoul for a full day of crimson leaves, mountain paths, and Naejangsa Temple with transport, breakfast, and free park time.
“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.”
See Naejangsan’s fiery autumn colors, historic Naejangsa Temple, mountain paths, and local lunch time on a $46 day trip from Seoul.
Visit Bulguksa and Seokguram in Gyeongju, try Silla dress photography, and make local Gyeongju bread with an English-speaking guide.
“An amazing way to learn about the Bulguksa Temple and ancient Korean history! Our guide was very informative and we had a great experience! Seeing the temple, grotto, taking pictures, and baking Gyeongju bread all in 4 hours was perfect. We highly recommend!”
Hike Bukhansan from Seoul with guide Bergen Park, fortress gates, temples, summit views, Korean lunch, snacks, and hotel transfers.
“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.”
Explore Naejangsan’s famous autumn colors, ancient Naejangsa Temple, mountain paths, and local lunch time on a Busan day tour.
“Was really fun. Wish we had more time in the site itself. Kang was the kindest and best guide!”
Visit UNESCO-listed Beopjusa Temple and Songnisan National Park from Seoul, with a private guide, forest walk, mountain hike, and lunch.
“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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