The 9 Best South Korea National Park Tours

1.Hiking in Seoul : Bukhansan National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · from $142Our pick

Meet at Myeongdong Station at 9 a.m. for a guided Bukhansan hike near Seoul. Your guide adjusts the route from the easier 400-meter climb to Seunggasa Temple to the steeper 560-meter Bibong path. Expect granite steps, mountain streams, Buddhist sights, rest stops, and wide city views. A moderate fitness level is needed.

“We loved this hike. Our tour guide matched the challenge to our abilities. What a beautiful location and it offers terrific insight into a piece of the Seoul mindset as this is a very popular location for locals on the weekends. We came in June which is not prime season. I very much want to do this hike again in the fall when the leaves are turning.”

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2.Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $64

Meet Koa or Sam at Bukhansan UiSeoul at 8:00 am for a focused four-and-a-half-hour hike to Baek-un-dae, Seoul’s highest peak. The route gains 600 meters in just 2.1 kilometers, with a steep rope-assisted summit section. Hiking poles can be arranged in advance, and an optional tofu lunch follows.

“Such a good time! The view at the top was definitely worth the steep(ish) hike. There were some challenging parts, but not too bad of a hike if you have some hiking background. Koa was a great guide as he worked with our little group.”

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3.Bukhansan National Park- The Summit Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · from $67

Join English-speaking guide Koa for a focused climb to Baek-un-dae, Seoul’s highest peak at 836 meters. The route gains 600 meters in just 2.1 kilometers, with a steep rope-assisted summit section. Afterward, choose a handmade tofu lunch for 9,000 to 15,000 KRW. Meet at Bukhansan Ui Station.

“We start on our tour early in the morning and it was a great decision. The mountain gets busy later in the day and it was so helpful to have Koa take care of the logistics. My favorite part was making friends in the group. Hikers are good people!”

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4.Seoul: Mt. Seoraksan National Park Autumn Foliage Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · from $60

Leave Seoul early for roughly five hours at Seoraksan National Park, where red, orange, and yellow forests frame granite peaks and temple paths. English, Chinese, and Korean support is available, with guides such as David, Alice, Tino, or Jiwwon depending on the departure. Transport is included, but meals and the cable car cost extra.

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5.Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour from Busan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $62

Travel from Busan to Naejangsan National Park with English or Chinese-speaking staff, a one-way park shuttle, and about five hours to explore Naejangsa Temple and the autumn trails. Guides such as Bobby Kim, Belet, Jade, Mika, and Mr. Shin have helped guests manage timing, directions, photos, and practical details. Lunch is not included.

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6.Day trip to beautiful Korean marine national park, Hallyeohaesang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $459 per vehicle (up to 8)

Leave Busan at 8:00 a.m. for a private, English-guided day in Hallyeohaesang National Park. You’ll ride a ferry past Haegeumgang’s rocky islands, explore Oedo Botania for about two hours, then take the Geoje Panorama Cable Car up Mt. Noja. Guides such as Jina and Lily bring a friendly, personal touch.

“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.”

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7.Seoul: Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 5 reviews · from $46Best value

Travel from Seoul to Naejangsan National Park for Korea’s famous fall colors. English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking staff help point you toward walking routes and Naejangsa Temple. You get free time for hiking, photos, temple visits, and lunch at your own cost. A one-way park shuttle ticket is included.

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8.Busan: Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · from $46

Leave Busan early for Naejangsan National Park, arriving around 10:40 AM for a shuttle ride into the park. Follow staff toward 1,300-year-old Naejangsa Temple, then choose your own pace for walks, photos, mountain views, and a local lunch. English, Chinese, and Korean support is available.

“Was really fun. Wish we had more time in the site itself. Kang was the kindest and best guide!”

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9.From Seoul: Seoraksan National Park and Nami Island Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $71

Travel from Seoul to Seoraksan National Park and Nami Island in one full day. You’ll have time for mountain trails and a cable car ride, then explore Nami’s tree-lined paths and art installations. English and Chinese-speaking guides, attraction admission, shared transfers, and a four-seat railbike are included. Meals are not.

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