DMZ Tour from Seoul: NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge
Description
Since the tour doesn't include any shopping center, you can only focus the DMZ Tour. DMZ Tour is very unique and special in Korea since Korea is the only divided country in the world. Learn about Korea's history through educational and enjoyable tour especially with professional tour guide. Since actual DMZ is prohibited area, we will travel to near the DMZ where the travelers are allowed to travel; Imjingak Park, the 3rd infiltration tunnel, Dora Observatory, Dorasan Station, DMZ theater & Exhibition hall and Odu Unification Observatory.
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After pickup at your Seoul hotel in the morning or afternoon, drive to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). En route, your guide shares expert commentary on the dividing line between North and South Korea. Get out at Imjingak Park along the banks of Imjin River to see artillery and war artifacts that were used during the Korean conflict before proceeding to Freedom bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean POWs crossed on their return back home to South Korea. Reboard the coach and head to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located beneath the border of North Korea and South Korea. See where the South Koreans have blocked the actual Military Demarcation Line with concrete barricades, and browse photographs and war artifacts at the DMZ exhibition hall. Your next stop is Dora Observatory, where you can use binoculars to get a glimpse of North Korea. Listen to your guide explain daily life in the village of Kijongdong across the river. Continue by coach to Dorasan Station, a historic spot that not only marks the division, but also serves as a gateway for exchanges between the north and south. Pass by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specialized in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce and corn goods.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- You do not need to send a copy of your passport in advance
- Please follow the instructions of your tour guide about when and where you may take photos
- If a part of the tour itinerary is cancelled by unexpected military conditions or local circumstances, there will be no refund
- A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
- If you miss the tour bus because of late or confusing tour date, there will be no refund.
Reviews(4,886)
Tour conductor was so nice to nic to us. Her name is Yeoni.
AJ was phenomenal! She was so informative
Went with my friend in July 2026. Truly a great experience to see the Koreans' perspective of the war, the ongoing conflicts and hopes of unification. AJ from Seoul City tour is an amazing guide, very friendly, funny, helpful and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!
AJ from Seoul City Tour is a very friendly and helpful guide. Definitely recommend booking a tour with her
The tour was really informative and interesting. The tour guide was also really good. With AJ (Apple Juice) you will definitely get all the informations in an interactive way. I can totally recommend her for this services.
AJ was a fantastic host. She explained everything so well and made sure everyone on the tour had a great experience. Highly recommended a tour with AJ.
Our tour guide AJ was knowledgeable, funny, engaging and interesting to listen to. She ran the tour smoothly and to time and clearly had a passion for her job. She spent time at each destination getting to know attendees of the tour and ensured everyone’s questions were answered. I’d recommend booking with AJ :)
Such an awesome tour with very interesting history. AJ from Seoul City Tours was an excellent tour guide and added so much enjoyment to the tour with her excellent knowledge. Highly recommend
I booked my tour through Klook and it was great. AJ from Seoul City tours was my guide and she was really interesting and engaging. She was able to provide a lot of extra information throughout the whole trip.
Felicity is fun, informative, efficient, and knowledgeable. I appreciated her helping us have a comprehensive experience despite the time limits imposed by the military in the DMZ zone. She also provided a newbie-friendly history of the North and South Korea division. During the tour, there was an interview with a defector, where we learned about the experience of someone who lived in North Korea.
