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Korean Cemetery and Folklore Trek

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

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.

Operating hours
.2:30 pm

Itinerary

Goyang (Pass By)

1

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

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
based on 45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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