Mt. Jirisan & Mt. Gayasan Twin Challenge, Beyond Busan
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Can I join alone?
Yes! You can join the tour with βsingle room occupancyβ by paying the single supplement. Alternatively, we can assist in matching you with another single traveller of the same gender. However, please note that a successful match is not guaranteed, and if we cannot find a match, the single supplement will still apply.
Who's suitable?
This is a hiking-focused event. Hiking up to Jirisan's highest peak, ππ‘ππ¨π§π°ππ§π ππ¨π§π and Gayasan, is for regular hikers only ~ if you want to reach the summit on time, as there will be a cut-off time to descend.
The rest of the other hikes are doable terrains for most hikers.
5 Best Day Hikes (in a short 8-day tour) Mouse over for hike info
- Mt Jirisan's highest peak - ππ‘ππ¨π§π°ππ§π ππ¨π§π β²1915 m
- Mt. Gayasan - Manmulsang Ridge & Sangwangbong Peak β²1430 m
- Mt. Hwangmaesan
- Hwangnyeongsan Observatory
- Gyeongju Namsan Historical Trail
Attraction & Activity Highlights:
- Nakdong River Railbike & Wine Tunnel
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites & Korea National Treasures
- Bulguksa Temple
- Cheomseongdae Observatory
- Daereungwon
Day 1 π 26 MAY [L/D]
Arrive @ Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) by 8 AM & the tour begins.
- ΒNakdong River Railbike & Wine Tunnel Β
- UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site - Bukguksa Temple
- Woljeonggyo Bridge
Day 2 π 27 MAY [B/L/D]
- Hike #1: Gyeongju Namsan Historical Trail (β²468m / dist: 4.6 km / est. 3Β½ hrs / easy trail: Samneung -> Badukbawi -> Yongjangsagok Pagoda -> Yongjanggol)
- Cheomseongdae & Daereungwon with Starbucks & street food stop
Transfer to Gayasan National Park, overnight in Gayasan.
Day 3 π 28 MAY [B/L/D]
- Hike #2: Full day hike @ Mt. Gayasan (β²1,430m / 9+ km / est. 6+ hrs / βBlack Trailβ Challenging)
Baegundong -> Manmulsang Ridge -> Seoseongjae -> Chilbulbong -> Sangwangbong -> Chilbulbong -> Seoseongjae -> Yonggigol Valley -> Baegundong
Day 4 π 29 MAY [B/L/D]
Hike #3: Mt. Hwangmaesan (β²1,113m / 6 km / est. 3+ hrs / Easy)
- This is meant for a 3+hrs recovery hike with an elevation gain of not more than 400m of a 6 KM loop course
Day 5 π 30 MAY [B/L/D]
Hike #4: Full Day Hike - Mt. Jirisan, Jungsanri Trail to Cheonwangbong Summit β²1915m
- Jungsanri > Rotari > Cheonwangbong > Janteomok > Jungsanri
- estimate 12.5 KM, hike time about 7 to 9 hours
Day 6 π 31 MAY [B/L/D]
- Ginseng Experience Centre
- Nampodong
- Jalgachi Fish Market
- Hike #5: Sunset hike to Hwangnyeongsan Observatory *lookout
Day 7 π 01 JUN [B]
COST [LAND only]
- [Twin/Triple sharing basis]
- GV 10 @ S$ 1,920
- 15 to 24 pax @ S$ 1,680 pp
- 25 pax @ S$ 1,560 pp
- Single Supplement β S$ 450
- Deposit non-refundable SGD 500 to secure a slot
Includes:
- 7-day coach transfer services
- 6-night hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- 6 lunches and dinners
- Licensed local guides
- All entrance fees as listed
- All activities' costs above
- Hiking permit & guide fee
EXCLUDES:
- Air travel
- Tour guide service tipping
- Personal expenses
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Anything not mentioned
Flight booking:
- Do not book your flight ticket until the organiser announces trip confirmation.
- The minimum group size is 10 pax-to-go.
- Tour commencement will be based on 21 May 2025, 09:00 AM.
- On day 7, the airport departure transfer will depart from the hotel at 1 PM.
Payment instructions & registration
Korea NTC Travel Services Pte Ltd
STB TA# 03153
