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Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] worth booking?
Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] is a 4-hour experience in Busan, South Korea, from $100 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 6 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $100 per person
* Explain more easily the history and background related to Seokbulsa Temple and Geumjeongsanseong Fortress * Provide various tools for hiking, such as Trekking poles, towels, and gloves * A panoramic view of Busan from the cable car * Provide various travel information necessary for traveling to Busan
What you get
About this experience
* Explain more easily the history and background related to Seokbulsa Temple and Geumjeongsanseong Fortress * Provide various tools for hiking, such as Trekking poles, towels, and gloves * A panoramic view of Busan from the cable car * Provide various travel information necessary for traveling to Busan
What's included
Included
- mosquito repellent
- Bottled water
- Towels
- Cable car one way ticket
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Dinner
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Busan
We will meet at Mandeok subway station(Line3) Exit 4 or Oncheonjang subway station(Line 1) Exit 3. The tour is open for ages 12 to 60. Tour guides may also require passport presentation for accurate age verification.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet at Mandeok subway station(Line3) Exit 4 or Oncheonjang subway station(Line 1) Exit 3. The tour is open for ages 12 to 60. Tour guides may also require passport presentation for accurate age verification.
Options you can book
From Seokbulsa Temple To Geumjeongsan Fortress
Duration: 4 hours Temple to Cable car station: Mandeok Station line3 - Seokbulsa Temple - Geumjeongsan Fortress south gate - Cable Car Station - Oncheonjang Station line1
Cable car station to Seokbulsa
Cable car station to Seokbulsa: Oncheonjang Station line 1-Cable Car-Geumjeongsan Fortress South gate-Seokbulsa Temple-Mandeok Station line 3 Easier route: It is easier than the original route because it is a route that travels from high to low.
Cruise Terminal pick up(car)
Busan subway station Exit 4: We are going to meet at Busan subway station Exit 4 (shuttle bus stop).-Temple-Mountain fortress-Cable Car-cruise terminal Car or Van Pick up: From the cruise terminal, we take a taxi to the entrance of Seokbulsa Temple. After the temple, enjoy the mountain hiking.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Dorawayo experience activity
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Photos
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
4 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good Hike
It was a good and at times hard hike with temple, and mountain fortress gate visits and then at the end lunch and the cable car down. For the first hour or so the guide did not talk to us but walked ahead almost out of sight waiting for us to catch up. There were only the two of us (my wife and I, and the guide) and I thought of dismissing the guide and continuing without him. But then after an hour upon arriving at the Buddhist temple he perked up and told us about the temple and then for the rest of the hike engaged and answered questions.
Response from the operator: Thank you for participating in my hiking tour. After I got a reservation for the hiking tour, I explained the difficulties of the hiking trail. Your gait was too slow, and I gave you time to constantly rest because you often felt shortness of breath. I am a tour guide, not your secretary or nurse. I believe you are well aware of your health and I recommend you participate in a tour that suits your health. Your young wife of decades walked tens of meters away from you, too. And she and you obviously asked me to understand your slow pace. If I had walked together in your footsteps, the tour might have taken a day. I feel that taking you safely to your destination and completing the hiking tour itself is a big deal. Next time, considering your health, I recommend you join the tour. Honestly, it was a tour where I was afraid of having your heart attack or dangerous situations.Thank you
via Tripadvisor
Med
You have to arrive at the templeais, once in this place it is calm and serenity that dominates. Everything seems authentic.
Response from the operator: The Buddha statues and various sculptures carved on the rock walls of Seokbulsa Temple are also beautiful. And the panoramic view of Busan from Seokbulsa Temple is beautiful.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Fun hike with knowledgeable English Speaking Guide
An interesting and engaging experience. We had a challenging hike with the most enthusiastic and helpful guide we have ever met. We learned so much. We picked mountain berries to eat and we drank pure mountain water. AND our guide brought plenty of store-bought snacks and water. Cable car ride provided some amazing views. The hike was vigorous, but breaks were well planned with yummy Korean snacks. Our guide's English is very good. He gave us so much excellent advice about other activities in Korea. We ended up booking another tour with him and he referred us to some services for tourists that we had not known were available. We recommend going on a weekday as we did. We understand the trails are much more crowded on the weekends.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining my hiking tour. It was the perfect weather for hiking. The experience of picking and eating raspberries from a raspberry tree growing on the side of the road was also interesting. I think it was a gift from May. Thank you very much for coming all the way from Ulsan to participate in my hiking tour, and I hope you make great memories with your family in Korea.
via Tripadvisor
Mountain Tempel Trip
It was a nice trip with beautiful Tempel, View and Gate. The guide was a very friendly and courteous guy. Thank you Suyang.
Response from the operator: Thank you for participating in my hiking tour. I am glad to introduce the beauty of Korean nature and architecture with my hiking tour. I also enjoyed hiking with you.Thank you very much.
via Tripadvisor
Busan Oppas Hike is the BEST!
Busan Oppa was great! We had done the 4 hr hike up to the temple and it was awesome. Now for an American the hike can be challenging, you are walking up steep trails and rocks, but if you can push through the cable car back down THE VIEWS ARE BREATHTAKING AND WORTH IT!! Busan Oppa was kind and a great motivator! We had Korean pancakes and mikolee (a beverage) at a nice restaurant at the top next to the cable car area. This hike was DEFINITELY worth the time and money I enjoyed myself and would do it again! It is a workout just understand that and go into it knowing that and you’ll be fine! You can do it! It is worth it I promise!! Busan Oppa is a great guide, super helpful and knowledgeable, he even helped us after our hike was done to make sure we got to where we needed! I loved that about him! Book this hike you won’t regret it!
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining my hiking tour. It was a pleasure to introduce you to Seokbulsa Temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Korea, through this tour. Busan's mountains are not high, but you can enjoy great scenery by hiking. In particular, I explained the history of Korea while walking along the fortress wall, and I hope it was helpful to understand the history of Korea. Thanks again for joining my tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $100 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Dorawayo experience activity, who run 18 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.7.
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Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Busan.
How much does Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Busan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Busan is not rushed.
Is Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Busan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Busan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Busan and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Busan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Busan?
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On Outty we rank every Busan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Busan Highlights: Small Group, Hotel Pick-up & Sky Capsule, Busan Top Coastal Highlights with Gamcheon Village & Sky Capsule, Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Busan?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Busan?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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Included: mosquito repellent; Bottled water; Towels; and Cable car one way ticket. Not included: Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; and Dinner. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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We will meet at Mandeok subway station(Line3) Exit 4 or Oncheonjang subway station(Line 1) Exit 3. The tour is open for ages 12 to 60. Tour guides may also require passport presentation for accurate age verification. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car] if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Busan temple Tour : Seokbulsa Temple [Hiking+Cable car]?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including From Seokbulsa Temple To Geumjeongsan Fortress, Cable car station to Seokbulsa, Cruise Terminal pick up(car). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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