8 hours Hiking & Cultue tour to Bukhansan Mt
Exploring for Korea’s unique natural beauty!
Located in the middle of downtown Seoul, Mt. Bukhansan (836.5 meters, 2,744 feet) is one of the most beautiful mountains in Korea, offering beautiful scenery and stunning views.
This is one of 3 iconic natural landmarks of Seoul along with Han River and Mt. Namsan It was designated as Korea’s national park, in 1983., also is a cultural place which has long history and tradition.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Gwanghwamun Square
- Gwanghwamun square is subway station of line# 5 and line#3. Moving to Bukhansan Moutain by bus.
Bukhansan Mountain Hiking tour - 5 hours
1). 08:30~08:45: Greeting at Gwanghwamun Square. 15 minutes meeting for sharing basic information about Bukhansan Mountain and Korea’s traditional culture.
2). 08:45~09:20: Moving to Bukhansan Mountain by bus
3). 09:20 ~13:30: Hiking to Bukhansan Mountain
Our hiking trail starts from "Geumsunsa Buhhist temple - Pogeumjeongsa site - Bibong ridge - Bibong - Samo Rock - Jingwansa ridge
4). 13:30~14:00: Tour to Jingwansa Buddhist temple
5). 14:00~14:30: Moving to Yeonseo market by bus
6). 14:30~15:30: Lunch at Yeonseo market
7). 15:30~16:30: Moving to Gwanghwamun square.
8). 16:30: Tour end at Gwanghwamun square
Back at Gwanghwamun Square
1. Moving by subway from Yeonsinnae station to Gyeongbokgung station of line#3
2. Ending place for hiking tour
Ending Point
Gwanghwamun Square
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Inclusions & Exclusions
1. Guide fee
2. Energy bar and bananas are served as snacks.
1. transportation expense
2. drinks and water
3. food
Tour Important Information
Exploring for Korea’s unique natural beauy!
Hiking trail is "government office for North 5 Provinces – Geumseonsa & Mokjeong Cave – Bibong Peak – Samobawi Rock – Eungbong ridge Line – Jingwan valley - Jingwansa Buddhist Temple".
It will take about 4 hours for our hiking. Our hiking trail is catering to casual walkers. The level of hiking difficulty is middle.
In the beginning, we have to hike a little steep incline for 30 minutes, and so our start looks a little tough.
From the middle, we will hike on almost flat mountain ridge trail.
Our destination is Bibong peak. It offers one of the most exquisite sceneries in Bukhansan, where hiker can see stunning view of downtown Seoul, in case of clear sky.
Our way down mountain is a bit boring because of no view of peak and Seoul, but still beautiful scenery of valley with water flowing keeps pleasing our eyes and minds, and takes about an hour.
During hiking, guide shares geographical, historical, and spiritual features of Bukhansan, which will help hikers fully appreciate Bujhansan.
It is because for Koreans, mountains were more than just natural environments and landscapes. Mountains were an object of worship.
Important message from the supplier
My primary tourist destination is Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National Museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Paul K.
Hello, I am Paul. I’m Korea’s only traditional culture guide deeply rooted in authentic Confucian philosophy. I am tour guide with proven record track of over 300 tours for international tourists.
My specialty is Korean traditional architecture, art and mountain hiking, deeply rooted in Confucian culture & history.
Architecture and art are center of tour. The tour is designed to offer authentic appreciation of Korean traditional architecture and culture, through basic, intellectual information of Confucianism, provided before tour starts. Confucianism is quintessence of Korea's traditional culture and current Korea’s cultural identity.
With basic understanding of Confucianism, you can fully enjoy not only the beauty of the palace architecture but also Korean traditional culture, and your trip to Seoul will be impressive and memorable in your life.
My major places of tour are following destinations:
1. Monumental architecture of Korea’s tradition: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden, Jongmyo Shrine (Royal Ancestral shrine), Seonjeongneung - Royal Tombs of Joseon Dynasty
2. Museum: National Museum of Korea, National Folk Museum
3. Bukchon Hanok maeul(Korean traditional house neighborhood), Insadong Street & Jogyesa Buddhist temple
4. Namsan mountain & N Seoul Tower, which offer unique experience of panoramic view of Seoul and Seoul metropolitan area
5. Market and street for food and shopping: Gwangjang market, Namdaemun market, Myeongdong street, Hongdae street
6. River south of Seoul(Gangnam of Seoul)Star Field library at COEX, Gangnam style statue, Bongeusa Buddhist temple in Gangnam, river south area
7. Hiking: Bukhansan mountain, Inwang mountain
8. DMZ tour, Korea Folk Village
Thank you for your interest!
As your guide, I hope to see you soon in Seoul!
Reviews
Diane M.
“Tour DMZ with Paul”
We absolutely loved this guided tour! Paul was extremely attentive throughout the entire experience, and he knows the history of his country by heart. He shared it with so much passion and enthusiasm, which made the tour both fascinating and enjoyable. We learned a lot and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this tour!
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Paul K.
Thanks for good review! According to the global travel magazine 'Time Out', Seoul is ranked among the top 10 most beautiful cities in the world. It is a city with a unique cultural tradition, perfectly blending the old and the new. The tour of Seoul is worth more than your time, money, and effort, and it is sure to be impressive and memorable in your life. Confucianism culture is Korea's unique cultural identity! I’m Korea’s only traditional culture guide deeply rooted in authentic Confucian philosophy.
Jose R.
“Great tour in Seoul!”
Paul was a great welcome to Seoul! We met him at the palace, he was prompt and very clear with the meeting point. He did an interesting intro before going through the beautiful palace and secret gardens, well timed and then through some other highlights to feel the culture and history of this amazing city (ie. a walk through a traditional village, visit to the folklore museum which was really enlightening and interesting, etc). Paul is a very knowledgeable guide and a super way to learn about the highlights, history and culture of the city, and country! Thank you!
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Paul K.
Great review create great guide! Grateful for great review!
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Kahoko K.
“First time Seoul”
My daughter and I had a great time with Paul. He is a gentle and kind person and has remarkable knowledge about Korean culture and history, especially confucianism. We have learned so much things throughout the tour. It helped us even after the tour. I highly recommend him as a future guide for you. Thank you, Paul !
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Paul K.
It was my monumental experience to host tour for Kahoko-san! She kept encouraging my work and fundamental spirit as tour guide. It was a great tour with Kahoko-san.
$350/ per group
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