This 7-8hour tour which is operating in 365-day including Mondays & National Holidays, take you to the Korean DMZ which is located about an hour away from Seoul.
You will see the Third Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory and pass by the Unification Village on the way back to Seoul. It will be an educational experience to learn about the Korean War and its history.
The Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory and Unification Village are closed every Mondays & National Holidays. But you can join the Monday & National Holiday or if the Third Tunnel is closed, you will visit another places instead such as DMZ Peace Gondola, Jangsan Natural Observatory, Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge (Susp...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Pickup (at limit places on the list)
Lunch
Individual hotel pick-up & drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
- Exit 3 of Hongik univ. station - last departure point (next to “Olive Young” store / 183 YangHwa-ro, Mapo-gu)
Pick up time will be informed on 1 day before tour day via e-mail or whatsapp.
(The pick up time can be earlier or later than showed time by DMZ situation.)
Return
City Hall Station
Ending around 3:30pm
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The tour departs in time at every meeting point. Please be ready in 10 minutes before.
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Visiting the 3rd Tunnel and Gamaksan Heroes Bridge is physically demanding, so it is not recommended for individuals with heart conditions, other serious medical issues, or pregnant women.
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This tour does not operate on regular safety inspection days(On the first Monday of March, June, September, and December)
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**Mondays and National Holidays Itinerary : Depart from Meeting points - Imjingak Peace Nuri Park - DMZ Peace Gondola - Jangsan Natural Observatory or Odusan Unification Observatory - Gloster Hill Memorial Park – Heroes Suspension Bridge - Drop off at City Hall Station
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Pickup Location: Varies based on the selected option. (3 meeting points only)
>>06:00am~06:50am - Peak season (Beg. of Mar. ~ End of Jun / Beg. of Sep. ~ Beg. of Jan.)
>>07:00am~07:50am - Low season (Mondays & National Holiday / End of Jun. ~ End of Aug. / Beg. of Jan. ~ Beg. of Mar.)
**Passport Requirement: A valid original passport is required. (Copies are not accepted)
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point. Once all guests have arrived, we will move on.
All of the tour attractions listed below are places you shouldn't miss on your DMZ itinerary in Korea.
1 hour
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Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
Imjingak Park, originally established as a place of solace for refugees from North Korea during the Korean War, features several symbolic monuments such as the Freedom Bridge, the Soldiers’ Memorial, and the Peace Bell.
Adjacent to it, Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park offers visitors a chance to reflect on Korea’s history, the ongoing tensions, and hopes for peace.
With monuments like the Mangbaedan, a war-damaged steam locomotive, and open spaces dedicated to remembrance and harmony, the area holds strong potential to be designated as an international peace park.
1 hour
3
Imjingak-ro
[North Korea Experience Hall] The North Korea Experience Hall is a newly popular attraction in the DMZ tour, offering a deeper and more educational way to satisfy curiosity about North Korea.
Beyond a simple exhibition of the division, it provides an immersive experience that presents North Korea, a mysterious space, in a fact-based educational manner.
The hall features fact-driven content, including real testimonies from defectors and audiovisual documentaries, to help visitors gain a serious understanding of North Korea.
This attraction creates a strong synergy with the DMZ tour by offering Q&A sessions with defectors, allowing visitors to experience content that naturally leads to a deeper understanding of North Korean society.
30 minutes
4
Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
[Visit on Monday, National Holidays, in case the 3rd Tunnel is closed only]
Opened in 2016, this bridge — the longest mountain suspension bridge in South Korea — offers a thrilling experience, as if walking above the clouds.
The bridge is named The Gloucester Heroes Bridge in honour of the heroic achievement of the
soldiers of the Gloucestershire Regiment who fought against the Chinese Communist Army
during the Korean War in order to defend Seolmari to the last and block the Chinese advance
on Seoul for three days.
5
The Third Tunnel
[Visit on Tuesday ~ Sunday]
The Third Tunnel, discovered in 1978, is a secret infiltration tunnel built by North Korea in the 1970s as part of its military strategy to invade the South.
Located just 52 kilometers from Seoul, the tunnel measures 1,635 meters in length, approximately 1.95 meters in height, and 2.1 meters in width—large enough to allow the passage of armed troops.
Dora Park features sculptures that convey historical significance and a message of peace to visitors.
30 minutes
6
Paju Imjingak Peace Gondola (DMZ Gondola)
[Visit on Monday, National Holidays, in case the 3rd Tunnel is closed only]
The Imjin River carries the sorrow of division while symbolizing hope for reunification. It is also home to Korea’s first and only gondola system that crosses the Imjin River, spanning 850 meters and connecting Camp Greaves, located within the Civilian Control Line (CCL) area.
Starting from the lower station at Imjingak, the gondola takes you across the Imjin River to the upper station, where you’ll find small observatories. From this point, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Jangdan Peninsula, Freedom Bridge, Dokgae Bridge, and Imjingak, all visible at once.
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Dora Observatory
[Visit on Tuesday ~ Sunday]
Dora Observatory is one of the few places where you can directly witness the reality of Korea’s division.
On clear days, the flagpole in Kijŏng-dong, the southernmost village in North Korea, can be seen from Dora Observatory with the naked eye, and even more clearly through a telescope.
Dora Observatory has indoor and outdoor areas. Depending on the weather or security situation, the outdoor area may be closed, allowing observation of North Korea only from indoors.
30 minutes
8
Jangsan-ro
[Visit on Monday, National Holidays, and when the 3rd Tunnel is closed only]
Jangsan Natural Observatory, located along the Best Course of Pyeonghwa Nuri-gil in Paju, offers a stunning panoramic view that stretches from the Imjin River to various mountain ranges in North Korea. On clear days, you can even catch a glimpse of Gaeseong, North Korea. Originally a military protection area off-limits to the public, access has recently been granted. The observatory is located about a 10-minute walk from the parking lot.
If the visit is not possible due to weather conditions, we will visit the Odusan Unification Observatory instead.
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Tongilchon-gil
[Visit on Tuesday ~ Sunday]
Tongilchon Village is a settlement located within the Civilian Control Zone (CCZ) on the western front of the DMZ and is not shown on most maps. The Jangdan soybeans grown here, nurtured by the fertile soil of the DMZ border region, are renowned for their exceptional quality, thanks to the clean waters of the Imjin River and the ideal growing conditions. The village is also self-sufficient, supporting itself by producing and selling various processed specialties.
20 minutes
10
Gloster Hill Memorial Park
[Visit on Monday, National Holiday & in case the 3rd tunnel is closed only]
The British Army Seolmari Battle Memorial Park was built at the Seolmari site to honor the soldiers of the British Army Gloucester Regiment who died during the Battle of Imjin River in Seolmari, Jeokseong-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, from April 22 to 25, 1951. This battle was one of the fiercest during the Korean War.
The sacrifices made by the British Army were immense. In particular, the Gloucester Battalion held out until the end, despite being completely surrounded by 42,000 soldiers from three divisions of the Chinese Army. Out of 652 soldiers, only 67 survived and managed to escape. This earned them the title of the "Glorious Gloucester."
The British government also visited the site in November 1992, when Prince Charles (now King Charles III) visited, and in April 1999, when Queen Elizabeth II visited.
[If the visit is not possible due to weather, we will visit War Memorial of Korea instead.]
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Seoul City Hall
Due to large events, gatherings, and traffic congestion around City Hall Station on the day of the tour, if entry to City Hall becomes difficult, the tour will conclude at Hongik Univ. Station(Hongdae). Please remember to gather all personal belongings when exiting the vehicle.
1 minute
12
Dorasan Peace Park
[Visit on Tuesday ~ Sunday]
Theater & Exhibition Hall: At the DMZ Theater, you can watch an 8-minute short film about the Korean conflict. This video provides South Korea’s perspective on the Korean War, the origins of the DMZ, and the current situation, along with background information on the infiltration tunnels dug by North Korea.
Right next to the theater, the DMZ Exhibition Hall offers a deeper understanding of Korea’s painful history. The exhibition showcases key artifacts, including photographs, documents, and historical relics. As you walk through the displays, you’ll gain a more profound and visual insight into the conflict.
30 minutes
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This 7-8hour tour which is operating in 365-day including Mondays & National Holidays, take you to the Korean DMZ which is located about an hour away from Seoul.
You will see the Third Tunnel, the DMZ Exhibition Hall, the Dora Observatory and pass by the Unification Village on the way back to Seoul. It will be an educational experience to learn about the Korean War and its history.
The Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory and Unification Village are closed every Mondays & National Holidays. But you can join the Monday & National Holiday or if the Third Tunnel is closed, you will visit another places instead such as DMZ Peace Gondola, Jangsan Natural Observatory, Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge (Susp...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Pickup (at limit places on the list)
Lunch
Individual hotel pick-up & drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3
- Exit 3 of Hongik univ. station - last departure point (next to “Olive Young” store / 183 YangHwa-ro, Mapo-gu)
Pick up time will be informed on 1 day before tour day via e-mail or whatsapp.
(The pick up time can be earlier or later than showed time by DMZ situation.)