Mt Seorak and Naksansa Temple One Day Private Tour from Seoul

13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Korea’s natural beauty in one epic day. Start by soaring above the jagged granite peaks of Seoraksan National Park on a scenic cable car ride, followed by a visit to the awe-inspiring Great Bronze Buddha. After a traditional local lunch, we trade the mountains for the sea at Naksansa Temple. Walk the dramatic cliffside paths to a hidden hermitage, find peace at the towering white Bodhisattva statue, and unwind with a quiet cup of temple tea. It’s a perfect blend of high-altitude adventure and coastal serenity—all from the comfort of your private car.

What's Included

Cable car ticket
Private transportation
Entrance fee
Fuel surcharge
Personal tour guide
Parking Fees
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from all hotels and Airbnbs in central Seoul. Your driver will arrive at 07:30 AM. The driver will meet you in the hotel lobby (or outside your Airbnb entrance) holding a personalized sign with the lead traveler’s name printed on it. Please provide your exact address and a contact number upon booking so we can coordinate your arrival perfectly.

Please note: This is a private tour with a minimum requirement of 2 participants per booking.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Seoraksan National Park

    Cable Car to Gwongeumseong: Skip the grueling hike and glide up to 700 meters in just 10 minutes. At the top, explore the ruins of Gwongeumseong Fortress. You’ll stand on massive granite peaks with 360-degree views stretching from the mountain ridges to the East Sea. Local Mountain Lunch: Descend for a well-earned break. We’ll visit a nearby local favorite to enjoy authentic Sanchae Bibimbap (mountain vegetable rice) or crispy potato pancakes—the true taste of the Gangwon-do region.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sinheungsa Temple

    Great Buddha & Sinheungsa Temple: Take a gentle forest stroll to the Great Unification Buddha, a 108-ton bronze landmark standing for peace. Finish at Sinheungsa Temple, one of the world's oldest Zen temples, where you can admire vibrant architecture tucked directly into the mountain valley.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Naksansa Temple

    Hongryeonam Hermitage: Experience the drama of a temple perched directly over the crashing waves. Walk the scenic coastal path to Hongryeonam, a miraculous hermitage built into the cliffside. Goddess of Mercy Statue: Ascend to the hilltop to stand before the Haesugwaneumsang. This towering 16-meter white granite statue is the icon of the East Sea. From here, you’ll enjoy the most famous view of the tour—a breathtaking panoramic mix of sacred architecture and endless blue horizon. Tea Time at the Temple Slow down with a complimentary cup of traditional hot tea at the temple’s tea house. It’s the perfect moment to reflect, chat with your guide, and enjoy the quiet sounds of temple bells and ocean breezes.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Naksan Beach

    Naksan Beach: End your journey with your toes in the sand. Take a relaxing stroll along Naksan Beach, a beautiful 4km stretch of white sand and pine trees. It’s the ultimate way to breathe in the sea air before we begin our comfortable private drive back to Seoul.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Travel and Culture Club

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