Hike through a hilly Korean graveyard and hear the folklore and customs surrounding Korea and the dead.
Korean Cemetery and Folklore Trek
Summary Description
Highlights
- Respectfully explore an old yet active mountain cemetery
- Hear legends and little-known folklore about burial customs
- Learn about local traditions of souls and the afterlife
- Engaging tour led by professional guide
Description
Few travellers get the chance to explore Korea’s folklore of funerals and tombs, but those who do often speak of its impressive beauty. For this exclusive hiking tour, we will journey through a vast mountain cemetery, unearthing sites and culture seldom seen by tourists. The hike is led by folklorist and podcaster Shawn Morrissey.
Hikers have an option to join Shawn and the group after the tour for some good ol' Korean fried chicken and beer to discuss more aspects of Korean folklore.
This is a seasonal tour that only runs through April and May, so don’t miss out – join us today!
Included / Excluded
- All fees
- Public bus to and from the meeting point
- All taxes
- Private transportation
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Goyang-si
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- There is some moderate hiking
- There is no hotel pickup
- Tour can be cancelled because of bad weather with a refund
- Wear comfortable shoes suitable for hiking
- Wear appropriate clothing for the weather
- The tour meets at a subway station west of Seoul
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
Hike only. Includes transportation from the meeting point.
| Cemetery Hike | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (19 - 78 years) | $45.00 |
| Child (7 - 12 years) | $10.00 |
| Youth (13 - 18 years) | $15.00 |
Hike and fried chicken and beer or soda afterward. Includes transportation from the meeting point.
| Cemetery Hike + Fried Chicken & Beer | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (19 - 78 years) | $80.00 |
| Child (7 - 12 years) | $15.00 |
| Youth (13 - 18 years) | $25.00 |
Points of interest
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible
About operator:
Specializing in unique immersive experiences, ZenKimchi has been on the Korean food scene since 2004 as Korea's first food blog. Team ZenKimchi has been consultants for media outlets and TV shows like "Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain", "Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern," and The New York Times. We don't just run tours. We create memorable experiences.
Basic Information
- Duration: 240 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 6
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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