Private DMZ History Tour and Gamaksan Suspension Bridge

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Unlike large group tours, this private tour offers a more comfortable and personalized experience with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Seoul. Travel in a private van with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide and learn about the Korean War and the division of Korea through detailed explanations. After visiting the major DMZ attractions, enjoy a refreshing nature walk at the scenic Gamaksan Suspension Bridge. The pace can be adjusted to suit your group whenever possible.

What's Included

Professional English- or Chinese-speaking guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Seoul
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission fees for all attractions included in the itinerary
Lunch
Any other expenses not mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

For hotel pick-up, please wait in the hotel lobby at the scheduled pick-up time.

For apartment, Airbnb, or guesthouse pick-up, please wait outside the main entrance of the building.

However, if your location is not accessible by vehicle, please come out to the nearest main road where the vehicle can stop safely.

Your guide will send you the pickup time and vehicle information one day before the tour.

The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day before the tour, as it may vary depending on the DMZ ticket schedule.

Pick-up from airports, ports, and locations outside Seoul is not included.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

    Imjingak Peace Park is an important historical and symbolic site located near the DMZ. It was created to remember the pain of national division and to express the hope for peace and reunification on the Korean Peninsula. Many Koreans whose hometowns were in the North once came here because they could not return to their families after the Korean War. Visitors can see the Freedom Bridge, which is associated with the return of prisoners of war after the Korean War. Another important landmark is the steam locomotive, which was damaged during the war and still carries many bullet marks, showing the tragedy of the conflict. The park also has a monument commemorating the broadcasts for separated families, which remembers the emotional television broadcasts that helped reunite family members who had been separated for decades. Today, Imjingak Peace Park is not only a place to learn about the Korean War, but also a place to reflect on peace, reconciliation, and the hope for a better future.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    DMZ

    The DMZ is one of the most important historical sites on the Korean Peninsula. During this tour, visitors can learn about the Korean War, the division of Korea, and the continuing hope for peace and reunification. The Third Infiltration Tunnel was discovered beneath the DMZ and is believed to have been built by North Korea as a possible invasion route. Visitors can walk through part of the tunnel and experience the tense history of the divided peninsula firsthand. At Dora Observatory, visitors can look across the DMZ toward North Korea. On a clear day, flagpoles, propaganda villages, farmland, GaeSeong City, and surrounding mountains may be visible. The tour also includes Unification Village, a small rural village near the DMZ where visitors can browse local agricultural products and souvenirs. It is a meaningful place to reflect on life near the border and the hope for a peaceful future.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge

    The Gamaksan Suspension Bridge is a scenic mountain suspension bridge in Paju, located near the DMZ. It was completed and opened in 2016 as part of the Gamaksan Healing Theme Park project. The bridge is 150 meters long, 1.5 meters wide, and approximately 45 meters above the valley. When it opened, it was known as the longest pillar-free mountain suspension bridge in Korea. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding forest and nearby Ungye Falls. They can also take a refreshing walk in nature and experience the excitement of crossing the gently swaying bridge. The walking path includes some uphill sections and stairs, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A valid passport is required for all participants.
Supplied by My real tour
Show 3 more

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

Show more
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}