Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul
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Is Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul worth booking?
Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul is a 11-hour experience in Seoul, South Korea, from $60 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 188 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (188)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Granite Peaks with Coastal Temple That Change Color with the Seasons! — Package Options — ✨ ① Regular Tour → Seoraksan National Park · Naksansa Temple ✨ ② Mt. Seorak ONLY → Seoraksan National Park (Oct 12–31 only) —
What you get
About this experience
Granite Peaks with Coastal Temple That Change Color with the Seasons! — Package Options — ✨ ① Regular Tour → Seoraksan National Park · Naksansa Temple ✨ ② Mt. Seorak ONLY → Seoraksan National Park (Oct 12–31 only) — What You'll Experience — • Seoraksan National Park A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve comprising dozens of granite peaks, unique rock formations, and scenic hiking trails. There are plenty of hiking trails along the mountainside where you can catch the rich palette of red, orange and yellow vibrant autumn leaves. Every season brings a completely different Seoraksan. • Naksansa Temple One of Korea's most dramatically located temples, perched on coastal cliffs with sweeping views over the East Sea. A deeply atmospheric finale to a day in the mountains. — Why Choose This Tour — ✔ Guaranteed departure — no minimum group size. ✔ All entrance fees covered — no hidden costs. ✔ 3 Seoul Area Pick up — Hongik Univ St, Myeongdong, DDP St.
What's included
Included
- Transport by air-conditioned coach/minivan
- Naksansa Temple Ticket
- Mt. Seorak Ticket
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
- Meals & Other Personal Expenses
- Traveler's Insurance
- Cable Car Ticket (Can be purchased in cash on-site)
What you'll see and do
Seoraksan National Park
Seorak Mountain: Most picturesque mountain in Korea which contains some of the tallest peaks of the country. It is known for its breathtaking view and beautiful scenery
210 minutes here · Admission included
Naksansa Temple
Naksansa Temple: Has a 1300 years history with a beautiful sea view. Enjoy a peaceful stroll in the temple. ** During peak autumn foliage season (Oct 12–31) the tour will visit only Mt. Seorak with no additional stops at Naksansa Temple.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Seoul
Myeongdong Station Exit 2
Meeting point
Seoul
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10
Meeting point
Seoul
Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot(~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1)
Meeting point
Seoul
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Mt. Seorak ONLY, DDP Station
Seorak Autumn Foliage Tour: This package will only visit to Seoraksan National Park focusing on Autumn Foliage as seasonal special tour. Starting point: Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Depart from Myeongdong
Meeting Point: Please be at the Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot(~5 mins walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 1) by 7.55am. Starting point: Namsan Yejang Public Parking Lot, Yejang-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Depart from DDP Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 8.05am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you. Starting point: Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Depart fr Hongik Univ. Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Hongik Univ. Station Exit 4 by 7.15am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you. Starting point: Hongik University Station Exit 4, 167-36 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Mt. Seorak ONLY, Myeongdong St
Seorak Autumn Foliage Tour: This package will only visit to Seoraksan National Park focusing on Autumn Foliage as seasonal special tour. Starting point: myeongdong station, 24 Supyo-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Mt. Seorak ONLY, Hongik Uni St
Seorak Autumn Foliage Tour: This package will only visit to Seoraksan National Park focusing on Autumn Foliage as seasonal special tour. Starting point: Hongik University Station Exit 4, 167-36 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ko, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TOURSTORY
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition
- Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair
- Infant is free of charge, no seat available
- Cable Car ticket is not included and needs to be purchased in cash on-site
- The Cable Car may not operate due to bad weather or maintenance.
- ** During peak autumn foliage season (Oct 12–31) the tour will visit only Mt. Seorak with no additional stops at Naksansa Temple.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 188 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
188 verified traveler reviews for Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must do tour when in seoul
Great tour, destination is awesome and our tour guide david was very good and helpful, and a very safe driver.
via Tripadvisor
National treasure
I really enjoyed this tour. Quite often, when you have a big bus, there was about 40 people, it's s just kind of transportation and maybe a little bit of information. But Han (aka National Treasure) was different. He made sure to give us each personalized attention and make sure our questions were answered. He even made sure we got good pictures at every place that we visited. He set up a group chat so that we could share questions, comments, and photos. It was a lovely day. Make sure you wear good walking shoes Yes, there is a lot of walking. There are so many beautiful things to see.
via Viator
Solo traveller trip Seoul to Mt Seorak
Tour guide Sally was very informative and explained everything precisely, this was my first tour and first time holidaying solo also so this was a good first experience for me as she explained everything to us in detail from where to go and look, to where was best to eat etc. There are few trails you can do at the mountain, I chose to do the longest one first then sat and ate in the restaurant before going up in the cable car. Wrong time of year for me to travel in hindsight as it was very hot and humid combined with the Korean summer holidays so we got stuck in traffic too, nobody’s fault and we didn’t have the trip shortened either, would definitely do another tour, hopefully when it’s cooler.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful landscapes & architecture
Beautiful landscapes of Mt. Seorak and the sea-bounded Naksansa temple. Mr. One (his 1st name) was a PERFECT GUIDE: knowledagle, respectful of people's limitations, friendly and intelligent. Overall, I'd rate this in Top 10% of (many) tours I've taken in > 30 countries
via Tripadvisor
Worth every minute — great guide, great tour
Our guide Mr. Han was exceptional — deeply knowledgeable about Buddhism, incredibly warm, and went out of his way to take photos for everyone on the tour. The bus was comfortable, pickup and drop-off had 3 convenient Seoul locations, and communication was seamless throughout. Highly recommend this tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $71
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 66
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Seoul.
How much does Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul cost?
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Prices start at $60 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Seoul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul take?
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Plan for about 11 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 Seoul is not rushed.
Is Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 188 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Seoul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul?
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Around 66 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 Seoul 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 Seoul and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul 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 Seoul 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 Seoul?
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On Outty we rank every Seoul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include DMZ Tour: Defector Q&A, Tunnel & Suspension Bridge /Hotel pick up, Best DMZ Tour Seoul: Defector Q&A, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge, 2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul. 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 Seoul?
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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 Seoul?
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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.
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