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- English
The DMZ is more than a border. It’s a story you have to stand there to understand.
Travel at your own pace with a private vehicle, hotel pickup and drop-off in Seoul, and a dedicated English-speaking guide throughout the day. Explore the Demilitarized Zone and discover the powerful stories of the Korean War, the division of Korea, and the reality of the world's last divided nation.
After exploring the DMZ, leave the history behind for a while and enjoy a scenic walk across the Suspension Bridge, surrounded by beautiful mountain or lake views.
This is your day, your pace, and your DMZ experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Hotel pickup and drop-off are available within Seoul. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking. Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time.
Itinerary
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1Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
Explore Imjingak, one of the most symbolic sites near the DMZ. See landmarks connected to the Korean War and the division of Korea, including the Freedom Bridge, an old steam locomotive damaged during the war, and memorial sites overlooking the border area. As you walk around, your guide will share stories about Korea's division, the DMZ, and the lives of families separated by the war.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2The Third Tunnel
Explore the Third Tunnel, one of the infiltration tunnels discovered beneath the DMZ. Walk down into the tunnel and experience firsthand how close it extends toward South Korea. Your private guide will explain how the tunnel was discovered, its purpose, and the role it played in the history of tensions between North and South Korea.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Dora Observatory
Visit Dora Observatory and look across the DMZ into North Korea. On a clear day, you can see North Korean territory, including villages and surrounding landscapes, through the observatory's telescopes. Your private guide will help you identify what you are seeing and explain the border, the DMZ, and life on both sides of the division.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Tongilchon-gil
Visit Unification Village, a unique farming community located inside the Civilian Control Zone near the DMZ. Learn about the daily lives of residents who live and work in this restricted border area, and discover some of the local agricultural products the village is known for. Your private guide will explain what makes life here different from other parts of South Korea.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
lunch time
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
Walk across the Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery just a short drive from the DMZ. Enjoy panoramic views of the valley and surrounding mountains as you cross the bridge, and take time to capture memorable photos. It is a refreshing way to experience Korea's natural landscape after exploring the history and tensions of the DMZ.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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