4-Hours Hiking and Tasting Rice Wine in the Mountain of Busan
4.9
18 Ratings
Bugok-dong
Experience the beauty of Busan's mountains while hiking and tasting traditional Korean rice wine. Connect with locals, explore hidden villages, and make new friends in this immersive 4-hour adventure.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • “Our Rice King Walnut” - [Main activities]
    · Explore Busan’s trails with a resident guide.
    · Savor traditional Korean rice wine (Makgeolli) and accompanying snacks (banchan) in a secluded mountain village at an elevation of 800 meters.

[What you can expect]
· Discover secret spots that only locals are privy to.
· Capture memories with scenic mountain backdrops and a classic Korean “Pocha” street stall.
· Make a new friend from Busan.
(Visiting during the weekdays may offer a glimpse into the Makgeolli brewing process.)

[Itinerary]
· The excursion is expected to last around 4 hours.
· Convene at the “Oncheonjang” subway station (Orange Line) at Exit No.3
· Board a bus to ascend the mountain slope (10 minutes).
· Climb to one of the summits (approximately 2 hours).
· Enjoy a snack paired with Makgeolli (and share some laughs).
· Head back to the subway station.

[After activity]
· To soothe any post-tour weariness, consider visiting the renowned hot spring in the vicinity.

[Weather Notice]
· In case of rain, an alternative plan will be in place. For instance, rather than ascending the mountain, we will embark on a lakeside walk and partake in a prepared light barbecue.

What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • Lunch provided
Meal Options
  • Korean acorn jelly
  • Korean noodle soup - the most commonly consumed Korean noodle
  • “Pajeon” (Green onion pancake) - with squid
  • Korean rice wine(Makgeolli) - made in the village where we will visit
Additional Information

Embark on an exclusive adventure combining trekking in the scenic mountains of Busan and savoring the traditional Korean rice wine, Makgeolli, at a conventional street food outlet called Pocha. This program is designed for those who want a closer look at Busan beyond the usual tourist routes.

The activity will have us adopting the weekend habits of the Korean ‘Ajussi’, expressing older male figures. Our trek will take us up Busan’s loftiest peak, where we’ll have stunning panoramas of the cityscape. Then, we venture into secluded villages known only to local residents, where we’ll have the chance to taste local Makgeolli brews. It’s an opportune moment for light-hearted chats, cultural exchanges, and learning about diverse drinking customs.

By the end of this activity, you might just find a new friend in Busan! Take part in this immersive activity that offers a genuine connection with local culture and reveals the stunning allure of Busan’s natural landscape.

  • Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age.
Location
Oncheonjang Stn.
Meet at the subway station "Oncheonjang" (Orange Line) Exit No.3
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ivonh2024
Jan 26, 2024
One of a kind hiking experience - I found this trip being offered two days after I arrived in Busan. I was the only one on the tour and I had a good time with 이호규 as the host. He discussed history on the hike and stopped at all of the views. Additionally, if I had any questions he was able to answer. At the end of the hike, we enjoyed 파전 and 막걸리 which was very nice at the end of the hike. If you're in Busan or just want to hike, I highly recommend taking this tour.
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Connector67255547589
Dec 18, 2023
4 hours Busan hiking and local restaurant - Thank you. We were blessed with clear skies ☀️ and were able to see the wonderful view of the port city of Busan from the viewpoint. Our guide was very kind, considerate, and wonderful. The local restaurant also had a Showa-era Japanese atmosphere, and the warm somen-like food and homemade kimchi were delicious. I fell in love with Busan! ️
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Hayoon_l
Dec 17, 2023
Beautiful scenery, cozy food, and a great guide! - Beautiful scenery, cozy food, and a great guide! My friends and I enjoyed the amazing views of Busan with snippets of Korean history. Our guide was friendly, had a great sense of humor, and was very knowledgeable about the trails. The food and makguli at the end was very homey and a great end to the experience!
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Chong_n
Dec 13, 2023
Wonderful hiking experience in Busan - Beautiful, scenic and tranquil place to visit. Highly recommend to go with a local guide. Our guide Hyun Gyu was friendly, caring and thoughtful. Brought local Busan snacks for us to try too. We had a great day out with a new Busan friend. 감사해요!😉
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Makayla904
Nov 21, 2023
10/10 would recommend - The perfect way to start my trip in Busan. The views are absolutely beautiful, and the hike is the perfect amount of difficulty. I was the only person on the hike but 이두열 was a great host, he was experienced, kind, and funny. ✌🏼 honestly, I’d book the trip again 🤷‍♀️
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Leah_h
Nov 11, 2023
Excellent hike ! - We loved this hike! The scenery was fabulous and it was a unique local experience- the pace was perfect for a couple of amateur hikers. Thankyou
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Carry_b
Oct 31, 2023
MESMERIZING VIEWS - Mesmerizing views while hiking. Great guide and after the walk we got amazing fresh food with Makgeoli. It was really a very nice tour.
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Catherine_n
Oct 26, 2023
Had great time ,... - Had great time , fantastic view from the top and the food was great . Thank you for great the hospitality in Busan ❤️
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425sergio
Oct 20, 2023
Lovely Hiking! - Super nice experience, totally recommended! Great views, nice conversation and good food and Makgeolli! The best time we had in Busan so far
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Kathryn
Dec 31, 2023
Really enjoyed the hike... - Really enjoyed the hike and seeing a different side of Busan. Met up with the tour guide which was super easy.
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