Hidden Busan: Outdoor Adventures for Foreigners

Let’s experience Gyeongju together before the 2025 APEC Summit welcomes the world!
Join us for a meaningful full-day trip combining a sacred mountain hike and a cultural city walk in Korea’s ancient capital.

🗓 Date & Time
Saturday, October 18, 2025
• 07:50 AM — Meet-up in Busan
• 08:00 AM — Departure
• 19:00 PM — Estimated return to Busan

🥾 09:30~14:00 | Namsan nat’l Park
• 09:30~11:40
Depart from Tongiljeon Parking Lot and begin hike
Short break and enjoy the scenic view at Sinsunam Cliff (신선암)
Arrive at Chilbulam Temple (칠불암), located at the mountain summit
• 11:40–13:00
Lunch (공양, traditional temple meal) followed by tea talk with the head monk, Ven. Yejin (예진 스님)
• 13:00–14:00
Hike down from Chilbulam back to Tongiljeon Parking Lot

🏛️ 14:00–17:00 | Gyeongju Cultural City Walk
Experience Korea’s most historic streets on foot:

1. Gyochon Hanok Village (30 mins)
   • Explore traditional houses, Confucian school, and craft shops
2. Woljeong Bridge & Stepping Stones (20 mins)
   • Stunning wooden bridge & night-lit crossing experience
3. Gyerim Forest (15 mins)
   • Mythical birthplace of the Silla dynasty, surrounded by ancient trees
4. Cheomseongdae Observatory (15 mins)
   • Korea’s oldest star observatory and a photo hotspot
5. Hwangridan-gil Free Time (1 hour)
   • Explore cafes, shops, and modern hanok vibes

💰 Participation Fee

₩35,000 per person (for those departing from Busan)
₩10,000 per person (for those joining directly at Tongiljeon Parking Lot in Gyeongju)

Includes:
✔️ Round-trip chartered bus from Busan to Gyeongju (for Busan participants)
✔️ Temple lunch & tea talk with the head monk
✔️ Guided hiking and cultural walking tour

❌ Not included: personal snacks, drinks, insurance

💳 Payment Information (Required to Confirm Registration)
• Bank: Shinhan Bank (신한은행)
• Account Number: 562-181-01410379
• Account Holder: Park Chulho (Hidden Busan)
❗ No payment = No registration.
Please complete your payment after RSVP to secure your spot.

🔁 Cancellation & Refund
• 100% refund if canceled by Oct 11 (Sat)
• 50% refund if canceled by Oct 12–15
• No refund after Oct 15

🔒 Important Notes
• Personal insurance is not provided — participants are advised to get their own
• Photos/videos may be taken and used for community promotion — please give consent when signing up
• Wear proper hiking shoes and bring water/snacks
• Limited to 18 participants

✅ RSVP Now on Meetup
Join us for a hike, heritage walk, and reflection in Gyeongju — before the city welcomes the world at APEC 2025 🌏

We can’t wait to see you there!
Any questions? DM the organizer.ㅎ

“How far have you explored Daegu?

Daegu is not just another city — it’s a hidden gem full of art, history, food, and culture waiting to be discovered. With HIBA, you’ll experience Daegu like never before: from lakeside walks and hanbok try-ons to bustling traditional markets and inspiring art museums.

🗓️ Dates (2025)*as of October 8
• September 20 (Sat) full
• September 25 (Thu) full
• October 18 (Sat) special open
• October 25 (Sat) full
• October 30 (Thu) full
• November 8 (Sat) full
• November 15 (Sat) open
• November 22 (Sat) open
• November 27 (Thu) open
• November 29 (Sat) open

Limited to 6 participants per session (first-come, first-served).

✈️ Travel Schedule & Meeting Point

Depart from Busan Station (Line 1), Exit 4 at 8:30 AM.
Meet at Daegu Grand Hotel (Beomeo Station, Line 2) at 10:20 AM.

🖼️ Highlights

🎨 Crafts at Deulan Art Village
☕ Chill walks & cafés by Suseongmot Lake
👘 Hanbok experience at Daegu Art Museum
🖼️ Kansong Art Museum heritage
🛍️ Traditional vibes at Seomun Market

💎 Why Join?
• It’s priceless — not free, but beyond value.
• Discover Daegu’s charm as a top cultural destination.
• Perfect mix of art, food, and authentic local life.
• Make new friends and share stories with HIBA.

📌 Registration

👉 Meetup RSVP + Google Form (required):

https://forms.gle/hTq872o2NyV8YXFi6

Confirmed only after form submission. Seats are limited!

💡 Just join, enjoy, and later spread the word with your honest photos, posts, and impressions on SNS. That’s all we ask — your genuine voice is the best promotion!