Highlights
- Gyeongbokgung is highlight & essence of traditional Korean culture
- Bukchon Hanok Maeul shows beautiful view that blend the old with new in Seoul
- National Folk Museum shows living customs & culture of normal people
- Guest can enjoy delicious Korean street food at Gwangjang market
Description
Exploring for Korea’s unique natural beauty!
Bukhansan Mt. is one of the most beautiful mountains in Korea and is one of the most beloved mountains by Korean and foreign tourists.
Bukhansan National Park is a natural sanctuary located right in the heart of Seoul. As one of the world's few national parks within a metropolis, it offers a quick escape from the bustling city life. For locals and visitors alike, it is the perfect spot for healing and relaxation, providing breathtaking views of rocky peaks and lush forests, just a 20-minute ride away by public transportation.
Bukhansan also is a cultural place which has long Korean history and cultural tradition. Visitors can experience the life of Buddhist monks and meditate by offering temple stays at 10 Buddhist temples in Bukhansan.
Hiking trail is 'Gugi National Park office – Gugi Valley – Tongcheonmun Rock -Munsubong Peak - Bibong ridge - Samo Rock - Jingwansa ridge - Jingwansa Buddhist temple', and traditional market for lunch - Gwanghwamun square'.
It will take about 5 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 one hour, and so our start looks a little tough. From the middle, we will hike on almost flat mountain ridge trail.
Our destination is Munsubong peak. It offers one of the most exquisite scenery in Bukhansan, where hiker can see stunning view of downtown Seoul, in case of clear sky.
Hiking course:
1). 09:00: meeting at Gwanghwamun square - King Sejong statue
2). 09:00~09:40: Moving to Gugidong, National Park office by bus
3). 09:40~11:00: Gugi National Park office - Deanammun gate
4). 11:00~11:20: break and snack
5). 11:20~11:30: Munsubong Peak & photo time
6). 11:30~12:00: Seunggabong Peak
7). 12:00~12:50: Bibong & Samo rock & photo
8). 12:50~13:30: walking over Bibong ridge
9). 13:30~14:30: Walking over Jingwansa Valley
10). 14:30~14:50: Tour to Jingwansa Buddhist temple
11). 14:50~15:30: Moving to Yeonseo market by bus
12). 15:30~16:20: Lunch at Yeonseo market
13). 16:20~17:00: Moving to Gwanghwamun square.
14). 17:00: Tour end
Preparation for hiking:
1). Hiking clothing: stretchy hiking t-shirts, stretchy pants for hiking, hiking socks, small hiking back bag, hiking gloves(if available)
2). Hiking shoes: Mountain climbing boots are best, but comfortable jogging shoes with non-slip soles are the minimum.
3). Hiking stick: if available
4). others: big bottle of water for hydration, cap, handy towel
Above itinerary may change depending on your hiking speed and physical condition.
During hiking, guide shares geographical, historical, and spiritual information of Bukhansan, which will help hikers fully enjoy hiking of Bukhansan Mt. It is because for Koreans, mountains were more than just natural environments and landscapes. Mountains were an object of worship.
Includes
1. Guide fee for 8 hours with guide information
2. Energy bar and bananas are served as snacks
3. Itinerary
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 Buddhist 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
Excludes
1. Transportation cost for moving: Use of public bus from meeting place to mountain and subway from mountain to meeting place and guest need public transportation card for use of bus and subway
2. food and beverage
3. insurance
Important Information
- Request for reservation in advance and confirmation of guide
- Meeting place and time can be adjusted by guest after booking
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
