Embark on a full-day tour from Seoul to the Korean DMZ, including the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and Dora Observatory. Explore the history of the Korean War and witness the tension between North and South Korea.
Embark on a full-day tour from Seoul to the Korean DMZ, including the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and Dora Observatory. Explore the history of the Korean War and witness the tension between North and South Korea.
- DMZ - The DMZ is a unique area where you can observe one country being divided into two. With this tour, you will visit the 3rd Tunnel, DMZ Exhibition hall, Dora observatory and Unification village. Experience the tension but hope for peace in Korea and learn about their history and future.
- Imjingak Park You can see the Freedom Bridge, Monument…
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DMZ - The DMZ is a unique area where you can observe one country being divided into two. With this tour, you will visit the 3rd Tunnel, DMZ Exhibition hall, Dora observatory and Unification village. Experience the tension but hope for peace in Korea and learn about their history and future.
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Imjingak Park You can see the Freedom Bridge, Monument of Soldiers, Peace Bell, Mangbaedan monument and an old steam locomotive that shows the extremity of the tragedy that was the Korean War.
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Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park - - Imjingak Peace Gondola [Included in Monday & National Holiday only]
Imjin River crosses the pain of division and opens the door to hope for unification. It is the first and only gondola facility in Korea that crosses the Imjingang River and connects 850m between Camp Greaves, which is the CCL (Civilian Control Line) area. Start from the lower stop of Imjingak and cross the Imjingang River and get off at the upper stop, there are small observatories, and you can see the Jangdan Peninsula, Freedom Bridge, Dokgae Bridge, and Imjingak at a glance.
- Camp Greaves [Included only in Monday & National Holiday Tour] Camp Greaves was stationed for 50 years after the Korean War Armistice Agreement, and was returned to the Korean government in August 2007. This place is located just 2km away from the DMZ Southern Limit Line, the demilitarized zone created to prevent conflict between North and South Korea.
Above places are included in Monday & National Holiday only. - The Third Tunnel** - - The Third Tunnel [Not included in Monday & National Holiday]
North Korean Army built to infiltrate South Korea in 1970s. You will walk down to the tunnel (about 500m) wearing a safety helmet. After tunnel, you will have some time to look around the DMZ Exhibition Hall which shows the Korean War, old weapons and you can watch a short film about Korea’s history and other information of Korea.
This place is not included in Monday & National Holiday Tour. Instead you will visit Jangsan Natural Observatory. - Dora Observatory** - - Dora Observatory [Not included in Monday & National Holiday]
The highlight spot in DMZ is Dora Observatory where you can see North Korea’s propaganda village through onsite telescopes.
This place is not included in Monday & National Holiday. Instead you will visit Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge (Suspension Bridge). - Jangsan-ro** - [Optional visit on Monday & National Holiday only] - Jangsan Natural Observatory Jangsan Natural Observatory, located on best course of Pyeonghwa Nuri-gil in Paju, offers a wide view from the Imjin River to various mountain ranges. It was originally a military facility protection area and was off-limits to the general public, but entry began to be allowed at the request of Paju City. It is a hidden attraction that boasts the best view of the Imjin River, where you can observe the beautiful panoramic view of the Imjin River, North Korea’s Kaesong City, Songaksan Mountain and even the Masikryeong Mountain Range in the distance. This is a place where you can see the flagpoles erected in Chopyeong Island, Unification Bridge, Daeseong-dong, and Gijong-dong as propaganda villages in North Korea.
This place is included in Monday & National Holiday only. If the weather is not good to visit, you will go to Gloster Hill Memorial instead. - Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge - [Optional visit on Monday & National Holiday only]
-Gamaksan Suspenstion Bridge 1.7 kilometers away from the Gloucester Hill Memorial is a rope bridge known as The Gloucester Heroes Bridge. The insignia of the regiment is also on a marble effect wall towards the beginning/end of the bridge, depending on which side the walk is started. It is one of longest suspension bridge of Korea with 180 meter length. It was fierce battle field during Korean War. After short hiking (15min), you will reach to the great view point at the mountain Gamaksan which is in the list
Gamaksan is in the list of BEST 100 Mountains in Korea, rises 675 meters above sea level and is oft described as the ‘closest mountain to the DMZ’ but it is probably the most popular one to hike near the DMZ. Gamaksan is close to the ceasefire line so, once you climb up to the peak, you will be able to see the Imjingang River and Songaksan Mountain in Gaesong.
** This place is included only in Monday & National Holiday.
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Pickup (at limit places on the list)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Pickup (at limit places on the list)
- Lunch
- Individual hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Individual hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
This 7-hour tour, available 365 days a year including Mondays and National Holidays, takes you to the Korean DMZ, located about an hour from Seoul.
You’ll visit the Third Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory, and pass by the Unification Village on your return to Seoul. This tour offers an educational experience about the Korean War and…
This 7-hour tour, available 365 days a year including Mondays and National Holidays, takes you to the Korean DMZ, located about an hour from Seoul.
You’ll visit the Third Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory, and pass by the Unification Village on your return to Seoul. This tour offers an educational experience about the Korean War and its history.
Please note that the Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and Unification Village are closed on Mondays and National Holidays. However, on these days, the tour will take you to alternative sites such as Jangsan Natural Observatory, where you can see the North Korean propaganda village, and Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge (Suspension Bridge).
- The tour on Mondays & National Holidays has different itinerary. (The Third Tunnel & Dora Observatory are closed Mondays & National Holidays.)
- This tour is operating in 365-day except 4 days for national inspection. (the first Monday of Mar., Jun., Sep. and Dec.)
- The tour starts in time at every meeting point. Please be ready in 10 minutes before.
- Not provided pickup from airport or cruise port
- Dmz Tour (Mondays and National Holidays) * Itinerary : Pick-up in Seoul (at 3 places only) - Imjingak Peace Nuri Park - Bridge of Freedom - Unification Park - Imjingak Peace Gondola - Jangsan Natural Observatory or Gloster Hill Memorial Park – Gamaksan Heroes Suspension Bridge - Drop off at City Hall Station
- Dmz Tour (Tuesday to Sunday) * Itinerary : Pick-up in Seoul (at 3 places only) - Imjingak Peace Nuri Park - Bridge of Freedom - The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel. - Dorasan Observatory - DMZ Theater / Exhibition Hall. – Drop off at City Hall Station
- In case of heavy rain, snow or security control, suspension bridge can be closed. Instead, you will visit Odusan Unification Observatory or Korean War Monument.
- The itinerary and time can be changed by military control
- Child must be accompanied by an adult
- The tour on Mondays & National Holidays option needs minimum 5 adults to operate. In case of below minimum pax, the tour can be moved to another date or cancelled.
- Starting 2024 October, the Camp Greaves Exhibition Hall located at the DMZ Peace Gondola Tourist Attraction has been closed. Every Monday will be replaced by Yulgok Arboretum. Yulgok Arboretum was a fierce battleground during the Korean War, but has been transformed into a peaceful and quiet beautiful natural park. It is now a forest healing space where you can feel the various charms of nature
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.