South Korea · HIKING TOURS IN SEOUL
A shortlist you could hand to a friend: 15 hiking tours in Seoul that hold up on the day, each with its cost, its traveller verdict and the detail worth knowing before you pay.
Walk Seoul’s old fortress wall at sunset, pause for a hillside drink, then share a traditional Korean dinner with a local guide.
“This tour is so so worth the time, hike, money, Alex is very nice and he is going o show you really gems in Korea, coffee was amazing, view were beautiful and dinner was delicious! Amazing tour !”
Review of Seoul’s private Bukhansan hike to Baegundae Peak, with custom routes, hotel pickup, expert guides, and seasonal mountain views.
“Excellent time with Minho. Picked up continently from the hotel and grabbed food for the journey on the way. I needed a good home before a trip to Tibet and the tough route up Bukhansan was exactly what I needed. Uneven ground and verRead more”
Hike Seoul’s ancient fortress at sunset, sample market snacks, and enjoy optional traditional dinner with local guides Koa and Sam.
“Started out with trying some good food in a market. Then came the little hike up the stairs along the old fortress wall ending with a great night view of the city! Love the skyline view all lit up at night.”
Hike Bukhan Mountain from Seoul for temple visits, Korean folklore, striking views, and a traditional mountain lunch in a small group.
“Giant mountains, giant Buddhas and secretive shamanic caves. A spectacular hike on less busy trails of the park. I learned a great deal about Korean folklore and religion”
Review of Seoul’s private Bukhansan hike, Buddhist temple, Korean lunch, and spa, with practical advice on fitness, guides, value, and what to expect.
“Benny was a fantastic guide - very welcoming and knowledgeable- and the tour was excellent. Great for solo traveller.”
Hike Bukhansan from Seoul with a private guide, mountain views, fortress history, Korean lunch, hotel pickup, and practical fitness tips.
“We had a fantastic day! Justin, our guide, was very friendly and knowledgable. During the hike he provided a lot of interesting information about the history of the area and the mountain itself. The total time for our hike was 3 hours up aRead more”
Review of the private Seoraksan Ulsanbawi hike from Seoul, with guide details, costs, fitness advice, itinerary, and practical booking tips.
“I had an amazing time with Chance. The drive to the mountain was so entertaining. We talked a lot about South Korea and travels in general. And the whole walk up to the mountain was lovely. The weather was perfect. And after our hike we went to the beach side to have lunch and spend some time by the sea. An unforgettable day”
Hike Seoul’s Bukhansan with a private guide, city views, flexible pacing, hotel pickup, and a cultural stop at Doseonsa Temple.
“I had a fun day with Jimmy at Bukhansan including a free Korean class during hiking and iced coffee at the end! Kamsamnida, Jimmy oppa ;)”
Review of Seoul’s Inwangsan night hike, with Sajik Park, Joseon-era walls, city views, Korean snacks, price, and practical tips.
“Thank you again. It was perfect weather. A great day, where I learned more about Korean culture and history, experienced a challenging but not difficult hike with a great guide, saw a 360 degree view of Seoul, discovered a vey uniRead more”
Hike Seoul’s Bukhansan with a private English-speaking guide, Korean lunch, hotel pickup, fortress views, and a trail matched to your fitness.
“Very fun day hike with many waterfalls and a Buddhist temple. Mr. Park did an excellent job as hiking guide and recounting Korean history relevant to our hike. Highly recommended!”
Hike Seoul’s highest peak, visit Doseonsa Temple and Bukhansanseong Fortress, and enjoy lunch with a local guide in Bukhansan National Park.
“Ms. Li is an excellent guide. She is experienced, truly loves the mountains and wild places. She is also well-educated.”
Review of Seoul’s private DMZ-focused tour with Bugak Skyway hiking, Odusan views, the War Memorial, and a North Korean defector talk.
“Tour guide, Surag, picked us up promptly and was very informative on everything we asked him about. He also adjusted the itinerary due to the weather that day which worked best for us! The highlight of the tour was meeting Ms. Juon whosRead more”
Review of a private 2-day Seoraksan hiking tour from Seoul, with mountain trails, temples, meals, hotel stay, and an English-speaking guide.
“Walking the trails of Mt Seoraksan with Bergen was a highlight of my trip to South Korea. Bergen thoughtfully planned the walks to cater for my age (70) and my daughter's bad knee. We saw absolutely beautiful scenery and Bergen made tRead more”
Hike Bukhansan, enjoy a Korean sauna scrub, and share pork BBQ on a private Seoul day tour with hotel pickup.
“This was a fantastic tour! Jones was incredibly friendly, patient, and fun. He planned a terrific day for us, and also was happy to make any adjustments we wanted. I highly recommend this tour and our entire family (2 parents, girls ages 20, 15, and 11) loved it.”
Review of a two-day Seoul getaway combining Jeonju hanok culture, BTS-linked Oseong, Mt. Jiri hiking, local meals, and a traditional stay.
“This was an amazing tour! With everything from well thought out meals that were incredibly delicious with seasonal ingredients to a beautiful Hanok stay, everything was on point. As if this wasn't enough, we hiked Mt. Jiri, a beautiful, lush Read more”
Every kind of day out on the peninsula, and the best of each.
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