Jirisan National Park hiking & transfer to Busan from Seoul

Mountain hike, home-style meal, tea in a hanok garden, and a comfortable drive to the coast

A full-day tour from Seoul that combines hiking at Nogodan in Jirisan National Park with a transfer to Busan, including a traditional Korean meal in Gurye and a tea break at Ssangsanjae hanok house. You hike for up to four hours, then travel by private vehicle to Busan Station, arriving in the evening. A live English-speaking guide leads the day. You can meet at Myeongdong Station in Seoul or at Gurye-gu KTX Station, and round-trip KTX train tickets between Seoul and Gurye are available as an add-on option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Jirisan hike and transfer to Busan

• Meet at Myeongdong Station Exit 10
• Take KTX train to Guryegu Station
• Pick up Korean-style Gimbap snack
• Hike Nogodan Trail in Jirisan National Park
• Eat traditional Korean meal at Manam Garden
• Relax with tea at Ssangsanjae Hanok Garden
• Drive to Busan with highway rest stop
• Arrive at Busan Station

The experience

This tour turns a Seoul-to-Busan transfer into a mountain day. You start early at Myeongdong Station or catch the KTX train to Gurye-gu Station by 10am, then head straight to Nogodan, one of the most scenic ridges in Jirisan National Park. You get up to four hours to hike at your own pace, wander the trails, photograph the views, and breathe the mountain air. A gimbap snack is packed for you to eat during the hike.

After the mountain, you descend to Gurye for a traditional Korean set meal at Manam Garden, made with local ingredients and regional flavors. Then you stop at Ssangsanjae, a preserved hanok house with gardens, where you sit down for tea or coffee before the final leg. At 5pm you board the private vehicle for Busan, with a 30-minute rest stop on the highway. You arrive at Busan Station around 9pm, with no transfers or extra logistics to arrange.

The guide speaks English throughout and holds a "SLOW KOREA" flag at the meeting point so you can spot them easily. Bottled water and parking fees are included. Arrive at least 10 minutes early at whichever meeting point you choose.

What’s included

• Private vehicle transportation to Busan Station.
• bottled water.
• entry to Nogodan Peak in Jirisan National Park and Ssangsanjae Traditional House.
• a hearty traditional Korean set meal in Gurye.
• one roll of gimbap per person for the hike.
• travel photo service.
• parking fees.

Options for this experience

2 options

Meeting point: Gurye-gu KTX StationGuide in English · 10:00Meet at 10:00 AM. Recommended train: KTX 503, which arrives at Gurye-Gu Station at 9:40 AM. Following the tour, drop-off is at Busan Station.

Pickup service from Sejong HotelGuide in English · 06:30Pickup from 6:30 AM. Meet at Sejong Hotel in Seoul and travel by private vehicle. After the tour, drop-off is at Busan Station. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except TuesdayDepartures at 06:30 and 10:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (5 to 90 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Slow Korea Travel

Is this one for you?The four-hour hiking window at Nogodan lets you set your own pace on the mountain, so whether you want a gentle walk or a longer summit push, you're in control. The rest of the day is structured for you, turning what could be a stressful transfer into a full experience that ends in Busan without extra planning.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much time do I actually spend hiking at Nogodan?

Nogodan gives you up to four hours to hike, wander and take photos at your own pace. The trail is known for its mountain views and fresh air, and you're not rushed through it.

What's included for meals during this day?

A gimbap snack is provided for you to eat during the hike, and a traditional Korean set meal is served at Manam Garden in Gurye. Tea or coffee at Ssangsanjae is your own cost.

Can I take the KTX train from Seoul instead of being picked up?

Yes, you can meet the guide at Gurye-gu KTX Station at 10am if you take the train yourself, or you can arrange pickup at Myeongdong Station at 6:30am. Round-trip KTX tickets between Seoul and Gurye are available as an add-on at checkout.

What time do I arrive in Busan?

You arrive at Busan Station around 9pm after the drive from Gurye, which includes a 30-minute rest stop on the highway.

Is this hike suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You control your own pace on the Nogodan trail and can hike as much or as little as you want during the four-hour window.