Korean Cemetery Hike: Funerals, Tombs & Afterlife Traditions

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South Korea

4 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Uncover a different aspect of Korean culture and add some time for reflection to your stay in Seoul on this hiking tour through a Korean cemetery in the mountains. Unlike bustling Seoul, the area is peaceful. Hear legends and folktales about Korean burial customs, and learn about local traditions about the afterlife from your guide.

Bus fare between the cemetery and the meeting point in Seoul is included
Respectfully explore an active Korean cemetery, which tourists rarely see
Enjoy a more personalized tour with a maximum group size of 6 people
This seasonal tour only runs from September through November

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Public bus to and from the meeting point

Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Samsong Station Exit 8
Goyang-si, South Korea
Don't rely on the address. We use subway exits for locations in Seoul.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.2:30 pm

Itinerary

Goyang (Pass By)

Yongmi-ri Cemetery 1

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

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A Korean cultural experience

Tracey_T, Nov 2025

Shawn was a fantastic guide. He combined his extensive knowledge and research with his own personal experience to make a deeply intimate tour. This tour provided everything I had hoped for and more.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Wonderful to hear the tour delivered what you were hoping for. Shawn’s mix of research and personal insight brings a rare depth to Korea’s traditions and stories.

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