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Korean DMZ Tour: Explore Divided History
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Hongik Univ. Station
Discover Korea’s divided history on a half-day DMZ tour from Seoul. Visit Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, and more. Upgrade for lunch or a full-day itinerary with shopping.
Discover Korea’s divided history on a half-day DMZ tour from Seoul. Visit Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, and more. Upgrade for lunch or a full-day itinerary with shopping.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Seoul - A friendly guide will meet guests at their centrally located hotel in Seoul at the scheduled time. Once all guests are gathered, they will be directly transferred to the DMZ.
- Imjingak Park - Disembark at Imjingak Park along the Imjin River to view artillery and war artifacts from the Korean conflict. Then, proceed to Freedom Bridge,…
- Seoul - A friendly guide will meet guests at their centrally located hotel in Seoul at the scheduled time. Once all guests are gathered, they will be directly transferred to the DMZ.
- Imjingak Park - Disembark at Imjingak Park along the Imjin River to view artillery and war artifacts from the Korean conflict. Then, proceed to Freedom Bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean POWs crossed back to South Korea.
- DMZ - Begin the DMZ Tour with the following itinerary:
- DMZ - Visit the DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall.
- The Third Tunnel - Reboard the coach to visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located beneath the North and South Korean border. Observe where South Koreans have blocked the Military Demarcation Line with concrete barricades, and explore photographs and war artifacts at the DMZ exhibition hall.
- Dora Observatory - The next stop is Dora Observatory, where binoculars offer a view of North Korea. The guide will explain daily life in the village of Kijongdong across the river.
- Tongilchon-gil - Visit the Unification Village, a small farming community known for producing soybean milk, traditional soy sauce, and corn products.
- Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge - Option for DMZ + Red Suspension Bridge.
- Majang Lake - Option for DMZ + Majang Lake Suspension Bridge.
- Seoul City Hall - After the half-day DMZ tour, guests will be dropped off at City Hall Station.
What's Included
- Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- Admission fee included
- Hotel pickup service
- Guidance from a knowledgeable guide
- Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- Admission fee included
- Hotel pickup service
- Guidance from a knowledgeable guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Tram
- Hotel Drop Off
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Tram
- Hotel Drop Off
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Additional Information
Explore Korea’s divided past with a half-day tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), guided by an expert. Depart from Seoul in the morning or afternoon to visit key locations like Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and the DMZ exhibition hall, where the country has been separated since the Korean War. At Dora…
Explore Korea’s divided past with a half-day tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), guided by an expert. Depart from Seoul in the morning or afternoon to visit key locations like Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and the DMZ exhibition hall, where the country has been separated since the Korean War. At Dora Observatory, use binoculars to get a glimpse of life in North Korean villages.
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel.
- You do not need to send a copy of your passport
- 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
- Incheon is not available for pick up
- If the tour is cancelled due to military issue or some unexpected issue, we will provide alternative course related with DMZ. / No refund
- Chinese / japanese tour requires minimum 3 people. If we don’t meet the minimum pax, the tour will be in English
Location
Hongik Univ. Station
Last Departure place : Hongik Univ. Subway Station exit no 3
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(15912 Ratings)
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Granchi0
Aug 10, 2025
It really shows you an aspect of the heavy reality in Korea. - If there are many Japanese participants, a Japanese guide will accompany you on both standard and optional courses. My guide Lee Mi-young was friendly and flexible. Listen closely to the various episodes related to the military boundary line. It was nice to be able to have a dialogue with North Korean defectors and ask questions with Japanese interpreters, which I understood better from real people. Intrusive tunnels by North Korea require physical strength, but bring them closer to the rawness of military operations. North Korea really looks. I will also read and try to understand.
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Ha
Aug 6, 2025
A truly Unforgetable experience ⭐️ - My family took a DMZ tour that included a visit to the suspension bridge last October, it was incredible from start to finish. The whole experience was not only educational, but also deeply moving and visually stunning.
Our guide, her name is Eden, she was knowledgeable, passionate and provided excellent historical context about Korean War, the significance of the DMZ. Visiting the thied Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and the Dorasan Station gave us a sobering glimpse into Korea's divided history - it was both eye - opening and inspiring.
Overall, this tour was the perfect blend of history, culture and nature. Eden was very helpful to book taxi for us going back hotel. Thanks to her.
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Korea.
It is not just a tour, it is an experience that stays with you.
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Flyer48706759257
Aug 2, 2025
A very satisfying tour! Friendly service, a well-organized itinerary, experienced guides, and attention to detail. - thank you for tour
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Alisdairt
May 31, 2025
A great company to do the tour with - The best experience for a visit to Seoul. I booked the tour with this company after reading all the reviews.. Contact with the company was good, and with our tour guide Katie the day before our tour.. Everything was amazing, it's a must for any visitor.. Pick up went smoothly, and so did the whole trip, with no hold ups... The time spent in each location was about right... There was a bit more walking involved than I originally anticipated... Katie was brilliant.. her running commentary was full of great information, very enthusiastic and also contained a little humour along the way... She spent time taking loads of photos for all the group at the stops. I would definitely recommend this company, and hope you get Katie as your guide
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Usagiattack
May 21, 2025
Enjoyed the tour - Enjpyed the tour with Katie. Wear walking shoes for the tunnel part of the tour. The walk down and back up is pretty long and steep.
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Kevinzr1592ks
Apr 30, 2025
An unforgettable day on the edge of madness – thanks to our fantastic guide! - Visited the DMZ today — a place where history, tension and absurd geopolitics meet — and I can honestly say that without our guide it would not have been nearly as impressive.
Our guide (a powerful, funny and extremely sharp woman) knew how to bring the tough history of Korea with a perfect mix of empathy, humor and impressive knowledge. She balanced between serious facts and human stories, all without ever making it boring or teaching. It's like being taught by your coolest aunt who also happens to be an international political scientist.
She gave context where necessary, didn't mince her words, and at the same time was super respectful of the sensitivities of the place. She also gave us those little details you don't read anywhere online — like why the soldiers are standing there like they're waiting for a K-pop audition.
In short: if you ever visit the DMZ and are lucky enough to have her as a guide, know that your day has already been a success.
A guide with guts, knowledge, humor and a sense of people.
10/10. Would take her to a war, a wedding and a quiz night
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Karentipp
Apr 16, 2025
DMZ tour was just super - Guide Yoon was outstanding. - Wonderful tour to DMZ today with the lady Guide Miss Yoon. She's just outstanding . Her knowledge of Korean history is outstanding. She gave us a wonderful explanation and had some super visual maps to help explain the country's invasions and war. Her English is excellent and she's friendly and humorous and patient with everyone on the bus. It's a great tour.well worth doing - just make sure you dress conservatively and bring your passport
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Robinht2896dg
Mar 30, 2025
A must-do in South Korea - The tour was amazing. Very well organized and a very interesting experience. Lizzy was a very good and helpful Guide with a lot of knowledge and good english skills.
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Merelelisabethd
Mar 30, 2025
Informative and astonishing trip - Really interesting trip! Our guide Lizzy was very knowledgeable. It was really strange to be this close to the border, but very informative.
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Y2769fqmelaniew
Mar 30, 2025
Fab tour! Good fun - Chloe is a very friendly and great host. On your stops you have plenty of time to see what you want to and eat.
Sites you visit are really cool and interesting and Chloe is telling you important and interesting facts throughout.
Highly recommend!
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