DMZ Guided Tour with N.K., Gondola, Suspension Bridge from Seoul
Description
The "DMZ & Gondola & Suspension Bridge Full Day" tour offers a comprehensive exploration of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and surrounding areas, providing both historical insights and scenic experiences. DMZ Experience (Every Tue-Sun) * Visit to Imjingak Park & Freedom Bridge * Exploration of the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel * Tour of the DMZ Exhibition Hall * Observation of North Korean territory from Dora Observatory * Pass through Unification Village DMZ Experience (Every Mon) * Visit to the 2nd tunnel, Peace Observatory, and Suspension Bridge. [Options] 1. Gondola Ride & JSA Photo Zone * Scenic ride across Imjin River and Enjoy the photo zone of JSA(Panmunjeom) ** Not available on Mondays ** 2. Visit to Suspension Bridge * Trip to Suspension Bridge * Opportunity for stunning views and photography 3. Meet with a North Korean Defector * Attend a lecture led by a North Korean Defector ** Not available on Mondays **
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Itinerary
DMZ is demilitarized zone and a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea. The lines reach 248 km in length from Jeongdong-ri, Paju-si to Myeongho-ri, Goseong-gun. At the present time, an area within 2 km in both the north and south side is designated as the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). Excluding the DMZ, the overall area is considered to be the most heavily militarized region in the world.
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. The scale is similar to the 2nd Tunnel, but it was thought to be more threatening as an invasion tool than the 1st and 2nd Tunnels. Located only 4km away from Imjingak toward the southwest and 3.5km from the Tongilchon area, it is accessible by car in approximately 45 min from Seoul.
DMZ tour includes visiting Dora Observatory where you can see North korea if the weather is good, the 3rd tunnel, and Dorasan Station which is the last station in South Korea and there will be Pyeongyang station 205km away from this station. Dorasa Station is currently closed. It can be replaced if Dora observatory is closed.
If you select Suspension bridge option, we will visit Chulleong Bridge near DMZ area. It is a bridge that connects the valley of the mountain, where black and blue lights can be seen simultaneously between the rocks. You can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery in all four seasons by crossing the 150m swinging bridge. Gamaksan Suspension Bridge can be replaced with one of other suspension bridges, Lake suspension bridge or Hantangang(river) suspension bridge.
Every Monday, we will visit the 2nd tunnel, Peace Observatory, and Suspension Bridge
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring a valid passport of every participant, including infants(0-3). If you do not have your passport with 6 months or longer validity, you cannot join this tour.
- Infants(0-3) should be counted as 1 person for the tour.
- The exact drop-off time and location can be changed depending on the traffic situation.
- If you have heart disease/leg/back/respiratory problems, you cannot enter the 3rd tunnel. It needs an intermediate level of hiking.
- Monorail is NOT available.
- This tour can be canceled because of weather or political situation. In this case, your tour will be rescheduled or be fully refunded.
- The type of vehicle can be changed depending on the number of participants.
- If the 3rd Tunnel is unavailable, it can be changed to another destination.
- Every Monday, we will visit the 2nd tunnel, Peace Observatory, and suspension bridge.
- Every Tue-Sun, we will visit the 3rd tunnel, Dora Observatory, Unification Village with gondola or suspension bridge options depending on what you select.
- The itinerary of this tour excludes the transportation time between destinations.
- Pets cannot be accommodated.
- The tour is operated in rainy or snowy or windy weather.
- Cancellation and refunds are not available within 24 hours of departure time for the following reasons: sudden illness, flight delay, weather changes such as rain, snow, or wind, personal reasons, incorrect booking, or other cases where there are no issues with the tour operation.
- If you have any leg or heart problem, you may not go down to the 3rd tunnel. It is the same level of 30 mins hiking.
Reviews(1,150)
Had a great day. Pick up was really convenient and the guide we had was a legend. Would recommend
The tour was really informative. I really enjoyed the activities and the stuff that we got to see. Our Tour Guide Andrew was really nice and managed the group really well. He also helped us the spot people in North Korea when we visited the observatory.
Great experience worth every penny! The trip is full of fun and interesting things to see/do/learn about. Andrew was a great tour guide as well, hearing all his knowledge was super.
Fantastic experience! Worth every penny. Andrew was a fantastic guide.
This DMZ tour is very informative. Our guide Andrew is very friendly and accommodating. He shares information about the tour very well. Although the tour is very tiring, we still have a lot of fun.
I liked the tour very much, but there were parts that I did not want to do. I just wish there was a shorter version, where you just do the suspension bridge and the 3rd tunnel. That being said, our guide Andrew did a great job telling us stories and keeping us informed.
Was a great experience, our guide Andrew was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend
James was a very enthusiastic informative tour guide who gave us a full background of the conflicts between north and south korea. Always happy to answer any questions and even take as many photos for you as you like! Communication and English was fantastic
James was very friendly and informative. The DMZ tour was so enjoyable and we were glad we chose the NK defector add on too. Our kids aged 7, 10 and 12 also had a great time and learnt a lot. The Dora Observation Deck was the highlight. Thanks James for a memorable day.
Was very easy to join and got good information around all the key sites. The meeting with a North Korean defector was very interesting.
