The 11 Best Seoraksan Day Trips from Seoul

1.Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 959 reviews · from $95Our pick

Spend about 14 hours beyond Seoul with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Andrew, Ki, or CJ. Visit Seoraksan National Park and Shinheungsa Temple, cross to Nami Island by ferry, then stroll through the Garden of Morning Calm. The day includes shared minivan transport and entry fees, but not meals, cable-car rides, or Nami Island’s zip wire.

“We had a wonderful day with Ki at Mt Seorak and Nami Island. He was really helpful and made day so enjoyable with his knowledge of both places. Would highly recommend Ki to any tour company”

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2.Mt.Seorak, Nami Island & Korean Garden, No Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 614 reviews · 14 hours · from $95

Travel from Seoul to Seoraksan National Park, Nami Island, and the Garden of Morning Calm in one full day. English- and Korean-speaking guides such as Ki, Patrick, Ruby, and SB lead the trip, with cable-car options, easy mountain walks, ferry access, and seasonal lights. Choose a small group or private tour.

“The mountain walk was the highlight - absolutely beautiful walk and very manageable. Nami Island was interesting but a little busy. The gardens were also beautiful and well worth seeing. Ki was a lovely guide - a very enjoyable day!”

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3.Mt Seorak + Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 422 reviews · 13 - 14 hours · from $68

Spend 13 to 14 hours beyond Seoul with a comfortable coach ride to Mt Seorak, several hiking routes, and your choice of Naksansa Temple or Nami Island. Guides such as Han, Sally, and Eric help with trail choices and timing, while free time lets you explore at your own pace. Cable car tickets and meals cost extra.

“the tour is mostly a transportation service, but it’s good. in seorak you can select which way you want to go among 5 different ones, so there is something for everybody. though going up to the top of the Rock formation is a bit sharp in term of schedule.... you better run!”

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4.Full-Day Tour in Mt. Seorak & Nami (+Rail Bike Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $85

Spend 14 to 16 hours outside Seoul with an English-speaking guide such as Ki, Patrick, or Jinyong. Visit Seoraksan National Park and Shinheungsa Temple, cross to Nami Island by ferry, and add a scenic rail bike ride from Gapyeong if you choose that option. Expect mountain views, walking, traffic, and a very full day.

“Long day, but totally worth it! This was a great package with multiple options for different levels of activity within your group. Ki, our guide went out of his way to accommodate everyone and ensure we all had a good time, and even sang for us! He was especially helpful in translating for me with a place I wanted to visit, and I am forever grateful. He is the ❤️ of Seoul.”

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5.Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 167 reviews · from $71

Spend about three and a half hours in Seoraksan National Park, choosing between trails, viewpoints, or the optional cable car, then visit 1,300-year-old Naksansa Temple above the East Sea. English and Chinese speaking guides, including Han, Jason, Lucia, and David, lead the day. Expect a long coach ride, steep paths, and no included meals.

“Our experience would have great if it was not raining that day. It was raining the whole time we were there and so we were not able to see or do much except see the Buddha and the Biseondae Rock. One great thing that came out of the tour was that we meet some wonderful people during the trip.”

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6.[Premium Private Tour] Mt Seorak & East Sea or Nami island from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $258

Spend 10 to 12 hours with a private guide and driver exploring Seoraksan National Park, Sinheungsa Temple, and either Sokcho’s East Sea coast or Nami Island. Guides such as Kim, Jimmy, Andy, and Shane are praised for friendly English commentary. Lunch, hotel pickup, tolls, parking, and park admission are included, but cable car and Nami ferry tickets cost extra.

“Our tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, friendly and an excellent driver. Our tour ended with very heavy rain storm and he brought us back to our hotel safely.”

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7.Mt.Seorak, Nami Island, No Shopping(+RailBike Option)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 14 hours · from $85

Leave Seoul by air-conditioned van for Seoraksan, its giant Buddha, temple, and mountain paths, then cross to Nami Island for riverside walks and photo spots. English-speaking guides such as Jun and Ki lead recent departures. Choose the optional rail bike, and expect a self-guided day with fixed meeting times rather than constant commentary.

“This was far from a “guided tour” more just like a transportation to and from places. Our tour guide (who was also the driver) picked us up in a van, not a bus. We were so crowded there were people seated in the front seat. Ruby was a nice girl, but I would qualify her more as a smiley driver. She gave us 5 min introductions before dropping us completely on our own on places. She drove erratically and on the way back, we were dropped in the middle of the street because she wanted to avoid a 5 min turn. We were exposed to exit the crowded van at…”

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8.Mt. Seoraksan National Park Autumn Foliage Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · from $60Best value

Leave Seoul early for Seoraksan National Park, where you get about five hours to choose easy walks or the demanding Ulsanbawi trail. Transport, park admission, and English, Chinese, or Korean-speaking staff are provided. Guides such as Jiwwon, Alice, David, and Tino have led departures. Cable-car tickets, meals, and personal costs are extra.

“I wanted to reserve cable car tickets in advance.”

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9.Mt.Seorak(+CableCar Option)+Sokcho Fish Market&Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 14 hours · from $68

Spend a full day from Seoul in Gangwon Province, with round-trip transport, an English-speaking guide, Seoraksan National Park, an optional cable car, Sokcho Tourist Fishery Market, and Sokcho Beach. Guides such as Kangwon Seo can help with hiking advice, food choices, and alternate viewpoints when weather turns foggy.

“Our guide, Kangwon Seo, was amazing! He was so patient with our group's inquisitive questions. He provided us with tips and recommendations for hiking, food and even alternative viewpoints when the weather turned foggy. He was very generous in sharing stories about life in south korea. Seoraksan National Park was absolutely beautiful. We went in November with the autumnal colors in bloom but I think it's worth goint anytime of the year. It is a bit of a drive from Seoul but worth it.”

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10.Seoraksan Mountain with Cable Car- Shuttle Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 6 reviews · from $67

Travel from Seoul to Seoraksan National Park by air-conditioned shuttle, visit Sinheungsa Temple and its 14-meter bronze Buddha, then ride the cable car toward Gwongeumseong Fortress. An English, Chinese, or Korean-speaking guide leads the visit. Autumn color is a major draw, but wind, weather, and traffic can affect the day.

“Unfortunately, the tour did not take place as described. We drove back two hours earlier than stated. This meant we didn't have enough time for hiking. The reason given was that it was Friday and there was a lot of traffic in Seoul. Unfortunately, the tour was a real rush. What a shame considering the beautiful surroundings.”

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11.Mt. Seorak & Nami Island & Eobi Ice Valley Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 3 reviews · 12 hours · from $93

Spend 12 hours beyond Seoul with an English-speaking guide, visiting Seoraksan National Park, Nami Island, and Eobi Ice Valley. The cable car can sell out, so ask about it early. Guides such as Michael and Andrew have led departures, though communication and organization may vary. Admissions and round-trip transport are included, but meals are not.

“Our tour guide, Michael, was an outstanding tour guide. He was knowledgeable, affable, punctual and very well organised. His multilingual capabilities were very surprising and overall the tour itself was extremely engaging and fun to be on. Would recommend as a full day activity for any new travellers in Seoul who want to see more scenic, environmental attractions for a change. 10/10 experience for sure, friendly to all demographics!”

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