DMZ Guided Tour with N.K.Defector, Gondola, Bridge

Myeongdong, Seoul



Explore the world's most militarized border on this DMZ day trip from Seoul. See North Korea from the Dora Observatory and walk through The Third Tunnel of Aggression.

Highlights

  • Experience the border line between North Korea and South Korea
  • Gaze into North Korea from Dora Observatory, a unique vantage point on history
  • Explore the 3rd Tunnel, the path capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour
  • Opt for the gondola ride over Imjingang River
  • Enjoy beautiful mountain views from the swinging Suspension Bridge

Description

We encounter a paradoxical peace in the world's most dangerous region. ☑️ DMZ: Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a buffer zone established under the 1953 Armistice Agreement, extending 2 km to the north and south of the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) and 4 km in width. ☑️ The 3rd tunnel & Dora Observatory: Visit the tunnel used for invasions from the North to the South and the Dora Observatory, which offers a close-up view of North Korea. ☑️ North Korean Defector Session: A time to hear vivid stories about life in North Korea and how to escape. ☑️ Gondola(Cable Car): The world's first cable car operating across the Imjin River in a civilian restricted area. ☑️ JSA (Panmunjom) Photo Zone: Take the gondola across the Imjin River to the 3rd-floor rooftop observatory of DMZ Station, take photos at the photo zone designed to look exactly like Panmunjom, and capture the meaning of peace once again. ☑️ Gamaksan Suspension Bridge: A mountain suspension bridge spanning the valley of Mt. Gamak. ☑️Tour Option A. [DMZ tour] : Demilitarized Zone Tour without any option (Does not include N.K. Defector Session, Gondola, Suspension Bridge) B. [DMZ tour+N.K. Defector Session] : Demilitarized Zone Tour with North Korean Defector Session C. [DMZ tour+Gondola (Cable Car) - JSA Photo Spot] : Demilitarized Zone Tour with Gondola (Cable Car) ride + JSA Photo Spot D. [DMZ tour+Suspension Bridge] : Demilitarized Zone Tour with Suspension Bridge E. [DMZ tour+N.K. Defector Session+Suspension Bridge] : Demilitarized Zone tour with North Korean Defector Session and Suspension Bridge Visit F: [DMZ tour+Gondola(JSA Photo Zone)+Suspension Bridge] : Demilitarized Zone tour with Gondola(Cable Car & JSA photo zone) Ride and Suspension Bridge Visit G: [Monday DMZ tour+Suspension Bridge] : Demilitarized Zone tour (2nd tunnel & Peace Observatory) + Suspension Bridge Visit (This does not include dropping off at Hongik Univ. Station.) H: [Private DMZ tour] : Demilitarized Zone tour including hotel pick up and drop off ** Itinerary is an example for DMZ tour + Suspension Bridge option.

Includes

Transfers from Seoul Professional guide Entry tickets to the DMZ Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected) Suspension Bridge Visit (if this option is selected) Gondola (if this option is selected) North Korean Defector Session (if this option is selected)

Excludes

Food and drinks Tips

Important Information

  • Please check the options when you book the tour. Each option has different inclusions. Gondola and Meeting Defector both options cannot be operated on one day for time limitation. Gondola & Meeting a Defector are both unavailable on Mondays. Please bring valid passports of everyone, including the infants. The basic tour itinerary is an example. Your itinerary can be different depending on the option that you select. Last minute changes could happen due to political reasons or etc. In this case, we will contact you in advance to discuss the alternatives(for full refund or changing the date or alternative tours.) Please wear a proper footwear(comfortable ones) for the 3rd tunnel. The 3rd tunnel requires an intermediate level of hiking. If you do not want to enter 3rd tunnel(e.g. Not fit enough for such level of hiking or very claustrophobic or have a serious heart condition etc.), you can stay outside. Itinerary can be changed depending on the local and traffic situation.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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