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Mt. Seorak & Naksansa Temple 1-Day Tour | Gangwon-do, South Korea

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Description

Take a day trip from Seoul to Mount Seorak and Naksansa Temple in Gangwon-do, where stunning mountain scenery meets a peaceful spiritual atmosphere on Korea's east coast. Explore Seoraksan National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its granite peaks, natural forests, and spectacular seasonal landscapes.

Continue to Naksansa Temple, a historic Buddhist temple founded in 671 overlooking the East Sea. This experience is ideal for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers seeking a refreshing escape from Seoul. Book now for a full day of Gangwon-do's iconic scenery.

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What To Expect
Naksansa Temple, Located on the east coast of Gangwon-do, Naksansa Temple is a historic Buddhist temple founded in 671 during the reign of King Munmu of Silla. Seoraksan National Park, Seoraksan National Park is designated and managed as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized area of conservation value. The park covers Inje-gun, Goseong-gun, Yangyang-gun, and Sokcho-si in Gangwon-do. In addition to the main peak, Daecheongbong, there are more than 30 other peaks including Socheongbong, Jungcheongbong, and Hwachaebong offering spectacular views. Let's go see Seoraksan Mountain in all its fall glory!
Terms & Conditions

Please arrive at the designated meeting point 10 mins in advance. A refund will not be granted due to late arrivals
Mt. Seorak Cable Car may be suspended due to weather
Time schedule will be changed on Korean Holiday
— What You Can Expect —
[Mt. Seorak]
Also referred to as Seolsan and Seolbongsan, the mountain was named Seorak ('Seol' meaning 'snow' and 'Ak' meaning 'big mountain') because the snow would not melt for a long time, keeping the rocks in a permanent state of white. In November 1965, the Seorak Mountain district was designated as a Natural Monument preservation area. Afterward, in December 1973, it was designated as a park preservation area, and in August 1982, as a Biosphere Preservation District by UNESCO
[Naksansa Temple]
Naksansa Temple is located 4 km north of Naksan Beach and boasts a 1,300-year history. It is a temple built by Ui-Sang, the ambassador of the 30th King of Silla Period (57 BC- 935 AD), and inside is the Seven Story Stone Tower, Dongjong, Hongyaemun, together with several other cultural assets. It was named Naksansa Temple by Ui-Sang, at the spot where he learned the prayer Gwansae-eumbosal from Bosal after he returned from studying abroad in the Chinese Tang Kingdom. It was rebuilt several times afterward, and the current building was erected in 1953