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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
This tour offers more than a standard visit to the Korean DMZ — it is a journey into one of the most historically significant and divided places in the world. The DMZ stands as a powerful symbol of the Korean War and the ongoing separation between North and South Korea.
During the tour, you will visit key landmarks including Imjingak Park, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and Dora Observatory, where you can look across the border into North Korea. These sites bring history to life and provide a deeper understanding of the Korean Peninsula.
What truly sets this tour apart is the rare opportunity to meet a North Korean defector and hear their powerful firsthand story. This personal perspective offers insight far beyond what typical tours can provide.
With no shopping stops and optional visits to Gamaksan or Majang Lake Suspension Bridge, this tour combines history, authenticity, and unforgettable scenery into one meaningful experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We provide hotel pickup only from selected hotels in the downtown Seoul area.
Pickup times vary depending on your hotel location. If you require hotel pickup, please contact your tour operator in advance to confirm your exact pickup time and location.
The tour will finish at the city hall
Itinerary
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1
Your friendly guide will pick you up at the designated meeting point. After all guests are gathered, you will be transferred directly to the DMZ in comfort.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit Imjingak Park along the Imjin River, where you can explore artillery and war relics from the Korean War. Continue to the historic Freedom Bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean prisoners of war crossed back to South Korea after the conflict.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3DMZ
Meet a North Korean defector and hear their powerful firsthand story of life in North Korea and their journey beyond the border. Take part in an engaging Q&A session, where you can ask questions and gain deeper insight into North Korean life, culture, and society. This rare and meaningful experience adds a unique personal perspective to your DMZ journey, making it truly unforgettable.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4The Third Tunnel
Continue to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a secret underground passage built by North Korea beneath the border for a potential invasion. Walk down into the tunnel and learn about its shocking discovery. Afterwards, visit the DMZ Exhibition Hall to explore historical photographs and war artifacts that reveal the tense history of the Korean Peninsula.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Dora Observatory
Continue to Dora Observatory, one of the closest points to view North Korea. Use binoculars to look across the border and observe the village of Kijongdong. As you take in this unique view, your guide will share insights into daily life in North Korea, offering a deeper understanding of the divided peninsula.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Tongilchon-gil (Pass by)
Pass by Tongilchon (Unification Village), a unique farming community located within the Civilian Control Zone near the DMZ. This village offers a rare glimpse into everyday life near the border, where residents live under special regulations.
Admission ticket free -
6Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
DMZ + Red Suspension Bridge option Walk across Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension bridges in Korea, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. This scenic experience adds an exciting and memorable highlight to your DMZ journey.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
7Majang Lake
DMZ + Majang Lake Suspension Bridge option Walk across Majang Lake Suspension Bridge and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the tranquil lake and surrounding forest. This scenic experience offers the perfect blend of relaxation and unforgettable photo opportunities.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
8Seoul City Hall
After the tour concludes, you will be comfortably dropped off at City Hall Station, marking the end of your memorable DMZ experience.
1 minute • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel. (Military ID or ARC is available)
- A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
- Please contact the local operator for exact pickup time
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel. (Military ID or ARC is available)
- A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
- Please contact the local operator for exact pickup time
- Incheon is not available for pick up
- If the tour is cancelled due to military issue or some unexpected issue, we will provide alternative course related with DMZ. / No refund
- Chinese / japanese tour requires minimum 3 people. If we don't meet the minimum pax, the tour will be in English
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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