DMZ Tour: Informative Half or Full Day Exploration of Korea's Demilitarized Zone
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Experience an informative half or full day exploration of Korea's Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Get up close to North Korea, visit historic sites, and learn about the war history between North and South Korea.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park - Imjingak Park, located 7 km from the Military Demarcation Line, is well known for its related to the Korean War. Imjingak was built in 1972 with the hope that someday unification would be possible. The three-storied Imjingak is surrounded by several monuments, Unification Park and North Korea Center.
  • The Third Tunnel - The 3rd Tunnel was discovered by South Korea in 1978. It spans over 1,635m in length, 2m in width, and 2m in height and is located 52km from Seoul. It is estimated that approximately 30,000 soldiers could move through the tunnel per hour.
  • Dora Observatory - From this Dora Observatory, you can overlook North Korea and various locations including Gaeseong, Songaksan, Kim Il-Sung Statue, and Cooperation Farm (Geumamgol).
  • Dorasan Station - Dorasan Station is the northernmost stop on South Korea’s railway line. Located 56 km from Seoul and 205 km from Pyeongyang.
    *Dorasan station is closed, due to military reasons.
What's Included
  • Professional local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
  • Hotel pickup in downtown Seoul (if option selected)
  • Drop-off at City Hall or Myeongdong
  • Pistol Shooting (if option selected)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Hotel drop-off
Additional Information

The DMZ area is the closest district to North Korea.
This is primarily held in the Imjingak peace park where you can see the freedom bridge and Mangbaedan.

Next, head to Dorasan station. Do not miss the souvenir stamp of the station! (Dorasan station is closed temporarily by the military.)

Then move to Dora observatory where you can take a glimpse look at North Korea. Depending on the weather, you might be able to see North Korea through a telescope at the Dora observatory.

The last stop will be the 3rd tunnel, which you will have the opportunity to enter the tunnel made by North Korean soldiers on foot.

If a full day option is selected, you will have a tour of Gamaksan suspension bridge. Please enjoy a 360 panorama view from the Gamaksan suspension bridge.

If you are interested in learning about the war history between North and South Korea, this tour is best for you.

**We might need to take a DMZ shuttle at the Imjingak Park to enter the DMZ area by the government policy.

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Since the DMZ is operated by the military, the trip may be canceled without prior notice.
  • A pick-up service is available for centrally-located Seoul hotels, such as Gangnam, Myeongdong, Gwanghwamun, Itaewon, Dongdaemun. If your accommodation isn’t in Seoul (for example, Incheon), you can choose whether to make your own way to Seoul or to pay the extra charge based on the distance traveled, on the day of your tour.
  • Hotel pickup is available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is behind alleys, our staff will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station.
  • All schedules are subject to change due to road conditions(roadworks, traffics etc.), weather conditions (storms, hurricanes, dense fog, heavy snow, etc.) and the government order, strike, and any other unforeseen reasons for the military reason such as military training, visiting higher level of military personnel etc. In this case, we reserve the right to cancel and/or alter any/all part of the itinerary which may result from circumstances beyond our control. We will do our utmost to improve that situation. However, we can NOT grant refunds. * Alternative itinerary Imjingak park > Art Space BEAT 131 > Odusan Unification Observatory > The war memorial of Korea > Dismissal at City Hall or Myeongdong.
  • This tour does not stop at any shopping centers like ginseng center or amethyst factory.
  • If you didn’t receive confirmation email with a pick-up time, please contact us via email or calls.
  • For the pistol shooting, participants must over age 14.
  • During the pandemic situation, visit some places may be prohibited.
  • End time of the tour can be differ depends on number of tourists and traffics of the day.
  • For Mondays, search for “DMZ Full-day Tour: 2nd Tunnel & Cliffside Path from Seoul”
Location
KOREANA HOTEL
Cancellation Policy

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

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Nataliesm3678bm
Apr 23, 2024
Great trip to DMZ - We had a great day as Orota, our guide. Highly recommend! The observatory to see North Korea was so interesting and context Orota provided made it even better. Our guide was extra thoughtful and attentive to the group and made extra effort for us to get early tickets.
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Milkathefoodie
Apr 23, 2024
Quick history lesson - Our guide was Orota. Highly recommend :) she was very invested in teaching us the history and political context. The overall experience was great! Wear comfy shoes and be prepared for a bit of excercise when going down to the tunnel (and uphill back 😉 ).
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May
Apr 23, 2024
Lovely day with lovely guides - Heidi and Orota were incredible guides. Friendly, taking the time to explain but not too slow. We went at pace but without rushing. They were very kind to my 5-year old daughter and overall enjoyed everything. The tunnel is a very steep incline but my daughter managed to power through it. Old people definitely will not be able to do it.
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Go747423
Apr 23, 2024
Well organised - Guides were very knowledgeable and always on time . The trip was also well planned with not too much time spent in each spot.
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Martinasy517qc
Apr 22, 2024
More than excellent experience! - I thoroughly enjoyed the tour, we saw everything with the right timing, no rush from the Jung guide who was knowledgeable, kind and helpful the whole time. Everything written in the tour description was carried out, we were even lucky enough to pass inside one of the villages before going to the local market for the last purchases. What can I say, highly recommended!
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Diogom781
Apr 22, 2024
DMZ Tour - We were 13, family and friends and we did a tour with Jung. It was quite nice and I definitely recommend it. The highlight from the tour was the observatory in which we were able to see North Korea, we had a good weather but if the weather is not nice probably you will not be able to see it. Another interesting point was the 3rd tunnel.
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955oktay_
Apr 22, 2024
With Jung as a tour guide you will get an incredible DMZ tour - Jung was a great tour guide who provided excellent information regarding the actual situation at the border, the history and everything else you need to know. For all question she has Perfect answers. It was an incredible expirience to go as near as possible to the DMZ and to see North Korea. Thank you Jung for this great tour!!!
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486kappab
Apr 22, 2024
Amazing experience - Amazing experience - our tour guide Jung was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable, added some lighthearted and positive information where appropriate, and very approachable with any questions. We will attend again when we return to South Korea.
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Valentinasv642kv
Apr 22, 2024
Enlightening tour about Koreas - We had this amazing tour with Jung, excellent and funny guide! We were lucky to find good weather, with a clear view of the border. I recommend this specific tour to everyone, it's very interesting and with that you can discover more about the war between these two countries, other than some particular cultural differences and peculiarities about each Koreas
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Monikak7144
Apr 23, 2024
See through your own eyes - The Bridge and the observatory made the biggest impression! It was a learning experience that has made me even more curious about the Korea situation. The only problem was that the trip had some elements that required some stamina 😅 but it is definitely doable, just tiring.
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