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Seoul Mountain Hike: Temples, Folklore & Traditional Meal
(56) Reviews
Eunpyeong-gu
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Minimum age is 18 years
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This hike starts at Gupabal Station and climbs through pine forest and mountain passes to a handful of Buddhist temples with roots in Korea's shamanic traditions. Along the way you'll hear about the monks who lived here, the spirits believed to still watch over the peaks, and a few ghost stories locals still tell about these mountains after dark.
The hike ends the way Koreans traditionally end one: with hasanju, a meal and a drink at a mountainside restaurant once you're back down. Choose between chicken stew with mountain roots and vegetables or a vegetarian bibimbap, paired with makgeolli, beer, or something non-alcoholic if you'd rather skip the drink.
✅ Small group | ✅ Moderate difficu...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
19
Gupabal Station - Line 3, Gate 1. Meet inside.
Don't pay attention to the address. We use metro stations for locations in Seoul.
We recommend using the subway instead of a taxi in order to arrive on time.
Return
Seoul Mountain Hike: Temples, Folklore & Traditional Meal
(56) Reviews
Eunpyeong-gu
About
This hike starts at Gupabal Station and climbs through pine forest and mountain passes to a handful of Buddhist temples with roots in Korea's shamanic traditions. Along the way you'll hear about the monks who lived here, the spirits believed to still watch over the peaks, and a few ghost stories locals still tell about these mountains after dark.
The hike ends the way Koreans traditionally end one: with hasanju, a meal and a drink at a mountainside restaurant once you're back down. Choose between chicken stew with mountain roots and vegetables or a vegetarian bibimbap, paired with makgeolli, beer, or something non-alcoholic if you'd rather skip the drink.
✅ Small group | ✅ Moderate difficu...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
19
Gupabal Station - Line 3, Gate 1. Meet inside.
Don't pay attention to the address. We use metro stations for locations in Seoul.
We recommend using the subway instead of a taxi in order to arrive on time.
Return
Itinerary
The hike itself is generally 4-5 hours. It's medium-grade, and the guide can adjust the trail to various skill levels. There is one long steep ascent near the beginning, but no special equipment like ropes and harnesses are necessary. • Meet the tour guide at Gupabal Subway Station, gate 1. Then board a brief bus ride to the trail head. Bus fare is included. • Stretch with the guide before walking. • The hike starts with a steep ascent, but no special equipment is necessary. • Go up an afforested valley. • Cross a path with spectacular views. • Descend towards and visit Buddhist temples nestled in rugged mountain nooks. • The guide relates stories of legends, history, and folklo...
