Learn about Korea’s divided history at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on a half-day tour, led by an informative guide. In the morning or afternoon, travel from Seoul to the DMZ, where the country has been split since the Korean War, to visit fascinating sites such as Imjingak Park, the Freedom bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall. At Dora Observatory, you can even peer through binoculars to observe village life in North Korea. U
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
✔ Admission Fee
✔ Hotel pickup & drop off
✔ Expert guide
✖ Gratuities
✖ Tram
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. Grand Mercure Ambassador Hotel and Residences Seoul Yongsan
2. Sheel Hotel
3. Lotte City Hotel Mapo
4. Hotel At Home
5. Hotel Skypark Myeongdong 3
6. Euljiro CO-OP Residence
7. Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
8. M Hotel
9. E7 Place Dongdaemun
10. D Seven Suites
11. Hotel Samjung
12. Yoido Hotel
13. Line Hotel Myeongdong
14. Shilla Stay Mapo
15. Andaz Seoul Gangnam
16. Hotel Rian
17. ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong
18. California Hotel
19. Keumkang Motel
20. Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong II
Additional Info: If you cannot find your hotel on our list, please let us know the hotel/accommodation name (with address). Then, we will arrnage the meeting place for you.
Itinerary
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DMZ
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.
We will take you back to the hotel after the tour.
Duration: 6 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• A current valid passport is required the day of travel
• You do not need to send a copy of your passport
• 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
• Please contact the local operator for exact pickup time
