Hike Bukhansan National Park, just outside central Seoul, with a local guide on quiet hidden trails away from the tourist crowds. Follow the Sumeunbyeok route loved by local hikers through forest paths and along scenic ridges to a viewpoint at about 780 m, overlooking granite peaks and mountain ridges. With a maximum of 8 people, the small group moves at its own pace with plenty of time for breaks and photos. After the hike, enjoy a hearty Korean home-style lunch with makgeolli at a small restaurant run by a local grandmother.

Meet at Gupabal Station and
head out on Bukhansan's hidden trails

Meet your guide at Gupabal Station and ride the bus for about 20 minutes to Bukhansan National Park. Instead of the busiest trails, you follow the quiet Sumeunbyeok route favored by local hikers, through peaceful forest paths and along scenic ridges. The hike lasts about 3 hours.

Take in granite peaks from a viewpoint at about 780 m

At the viewpoint, majestic granite peaks rise around you and mountain ridges stretch into the distance. The trail includes uphill and rocky sections, so this is a proper hike rather than a light walk. The group moves at its own pace with plenty of time for breaks and photos.

Along the way, your guide shares stories about the mountain, Seoul and everyday Korean life, with lots of time to chat. The descent follows a quieter valley trail, and if the stream is flowing, you stop by the water for a short rest.

Enjoy a Korean home-style lunch at a grandmother's restaurant

After the hike, have lunch for about 1 hour at a small local restaurant run by a Korean grandmother. No tourist menu here, just hearty home-style Korean food, warm soup and simple side dishes, served with makgeolli. After lunch, ride the bus for about 20 minutes back to Gupabal Station, where the tour ends.

※ In case of heavy rain or unsafe weather, the hike may be canceled or rescheduled.
※ The rest by the stream depends on the weather and water levels.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
• The exact meeting point and time will be confirmed by message after booking, and you will be contacted via WhatsApp.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Gupabal Station Exit 1
Gupabal Station Exit 1, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting point info:
Meet your guide in front of Exit 1 of Gupabal Station. The exact meeting point and time will be confirmed by message after booking.

Cancellation & refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.
• If the hike is canceled or rescheduled due to heavy rain or unsafe weather, you can choose a full refund or a new date.

Restrictions

• Not suitable for pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with a fear of heights or people with low fitness levels.
• This hike requires a moderate level of fitness.

What to bring

• Hiking boots, comfortable clothes and sneakers.
• Hiking gear such as shoes and backpacks is not included.

On the day

• This is a small-group tour with a maximum of 8 people.
• The guide speaks English and Korean.
• Please let the host know in advance about any allergies or dietary restrictions.
• The exact meeting point (Gupabal Station Exit 1) and time will be confirmed by message after booking, and you will be contacted via WhatsApp.