Seoul: South Korea DMZ Half & Full Day Tour (No Shopping)
Overview
The DMZ area is the closest district to North Korea. This is primarily held in the Imjingak peace park where you can see the freedom bridge and Mangbaedan.
Next, head to Dorasan station. Do not miss the souvenir stamp of the station! (Dorasan station is closed temporarily by the military.)
Then move to Dora observatory where you can take a glimpse look at North Korea. Depending on the weather, you might be able to see North Korea through a telescope at the Dora observatory.
The last stop will be the 3rd tunnel, which you will have the opportunity to enter the tunnel made by North Korean soldiers on foot.
If a full day option is selected, you will have a tour of Gamaksan suspension bridge. Please enjoy a 360 panorama view from the Gamaksan suspension bridge.
If you are interested in learning about the war history between North and South Korea, this tour is best for you.
**We might need to take a DMZ shuttle at the Imjingak Park to enter the DMZ area by the government policy.
Next, head to Dorasan station. Do not miss the souvenir stamp of the station! (Dorasan station is closed temporarily by the military.)
Then move to Dora observatory where you can take a glimpse look at North Korea. Depending on the weather, you might be able to see North Korea through a telescope at the Dora observatory.
The last stop will be the 3rd tunnel, which you will have the opportunity to enter the tunnel made by North Korean soldiers on foot.
If a full day option is selected, you will have a tour of Gamaksan suspension bridge. Please enjoy a 360 panorama view from the Gamaksan suspension bridge.
If you are interested in learning about the war history between North and South Korea, this tour is best for you.
**We might need to take a DMZ shuttle at the Imjingak Park to enter the DMZ area by the government policy.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup in downtown Seoul only(if option is selected)
- Drop-off at City Hall or Myeongdong
- Professional local guide
- Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
- Pistol Shooting (if option is selected)
- Entry/Admission - Dora Observatory
- Entry/Admission - The Third Tunnel
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Imjingak Park, located 7 km from the Military Demarcation Line, is well known for its related to the Korean War. Imjingak was built in 1972 with the hope that someday unification would be possible. The three-storied Imjingak is surrounded by several monuments, Unification Park and North Korea Center.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Third Tunnel, Nosang-ri, Jangdan-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 10800 South Korea
The 3rd Tunnel was discovered by South Korea in 1978. It spans over 1, 635m in length, 2m in width, and 2m in height and is located 52km from Seoul. It is estimated that approximately 30, 000 soldiers could move through the tunnel per hour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Dora Observatory, Jeomwon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 413-920 South Korea
From this Dora Observatory, you can overlook North Korea and various locations including Gaeseong, Songaksan, Kim Il-Sung Statue, and Cooperation Farm (Geumamgol).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Dorasan Station, 307, Huimang-ro, Jangdan-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 10800 South Korea
Dorasan Station is the northernmost stop on South Korea's railway line. Located 56 km from Seoul and 205 km from Pyeongyang.
*Dorasan station is closed, due to military reasons.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, 48-6, Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon Gamaksan Mountain, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
The Gamaksan Suspension Bridge spans 150 meters across Silmari valley and was the 2nd longest suspension bridge in Korea. The official name of the bridge is “Gloucester heroes bridge” and is dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment of the British army who fought in the Korean War. (if option selected)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Imjingak Park, located 7 km from the Military Demarcation Line, is well known for its related to the Korean War. Imjingak was built in 1972 with the hope that someday unification would be possible. The three-storied Imjingak is surrounded by several monuments, Unification Park and North Korea Center.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Third Tunnel, Nosang-ri, Jangdan-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 10800 South Korea
The 3rd Tunnel was discovered by South Korea in 1978. It spans over 1, 635m in length, 2m in width, and 2m in height and is located 52km from Seoul. It is estimated that approximately 30, 000 soldiers could move through the tunnel per hour.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Dora Observatory, Jeomwon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 413-920 South Korea
From this Dora Observatory, you can overlook North Korea and various locations including Gaeseong, Songaksan, Kim Il-Sung Statue, and Cooperation Farm (Geumamgol).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Dorasan Station, 307, Huimang-ro, Jangdan-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 10800 South Korea
Dorasan Station is the northernmost stop on South Korea's railway line. Located 56 km from Seoul and 205 km from Pyeongyang.
*Dorasan station is closed, due to military reasons.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, 48-6, Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon Gamaksan Mountain, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
The Gamaksan Suspension Bridge spans 150 meters across Silmari valley and was the 2nd longest suspension bridge in Korea. The official name of the bridge is “Gloucester heroes bridge” and is dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment of the British army who fought in the Korean War. (if option selected)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Since the DMZ is operated by the military, the trip may be canceled without prior notice.
- A pick-up service is available for centrally-located Seoul hotels, such as Gangnam, Myeongdong, Gwanghwamun, Itaewon, Dongdaemun. If your accommodation isn't in Seoul (for example, Incheon), you can choose whether to make your own way to Seoul or to pay the extra charge based on the distance traveled, on the day of your tour.
- Hotel pickup is available for centrally-located Seoul hotels. If your hotel/guesthouse is behind alleys, our staff will meet you in front of the nearest central hotel or nearest subway station.
- Infants must sit on laps
- All schedules are subject to change due to road conditions(roadworks, traffics etc.), weather conditions (storms, hurricanes, dense fog, heavy snow, etc.) and the government order, strike, and any other unforeseen reasons for the military reason such as military training, visiting higher level of military personnel etc. In this case, we reserve the right to cancel and/or alter any/all part of the itinerary which may result from circumstances beyond our control. We will do our utmost to improve that situation. However, we can NOT grant refunds. * Alternative itinerary Imjingak park > Art Space BEAT 131 > Odusan Unification Observatory > The war memorial of Korea > Dismissal at City Hall or Myeongdong.
- This tour does not stop at any shopping centers like ginseng center or amethyst factory.
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- If you didn't receive confirmation email with a pick-up time, please contact us via email or calls.
- For the pistol shooting, participants must over age 14.
- During the pandemic situation, visit some places may be prohibited.
- End time of the tour can be differ depends on number of tourists and traffics of the day.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Collor
June 2023
We wanted to take this tour as you can’t do it yourself . Thought it was excellent , our guide SJ was a really nice guy and very knowledgeable . The only downfall was timing , an extra 15 mins at each stop would have been good as we are now in our sixties . We do realise though there is a lot to ...
We wanted to take this tour as you can’t do it yourself . Thought it was excellent , our guide SJ was a really nice guy and very knowledgeable . The only downfall was timing , an extra 15 mins at each stop would have been good as we are now in our sixties . We do realise though there is a lot to fit in . We really enjoyed it and thanks to SJ .Emce A
March 2023
Bibi was the best! Really enjoyed the tour. She was a great tour guide. She was kind and knowledgeable! Very remarkable experience!
Bibi was the best! Really enjoyed the tour. She was a great tour guide. She was kind and knowledgeable! Very remarkable experience!Bunnath P
December 2022
Tour guide Ms Sunny was nice calm and friendly. Despite the challenge with a lot of guests she manage and handle herself very well
Tour guide Ms Sunny was nice calm and friendly. Despite the challenge with a lot of guests she manage and handle herself very wellGoPlaces66375707199
December 2022
It was a good and fruitful half day tour to the DMZ. Clear explanation by tour guide Nancy! Thumbs up for it! Recommended!
It was a good and fruitful half day tour to the DMZ. Clear explanation by tour guide Nancy! Thumbs up for it! Recommended!Hannah_P
October 2023
An unforgettable experience being able to see a snapshot of life over the border! The only negative was being transferred from a smaller bus onto a Japanese speaking bus (this was no fault of our tour guide and we are very flexible to share with anyone), however I felt we missed out on a lot of...
An unforgettable experience being able to see a snapshot of life over the border! The only negative was being transferred from a smaller bus onto a Japanese speaking bus (this was no fault of our tour guide and we are very flexible to share with anyone), however I felt we missed out on a lot of key information on the bus to and from locations and felt like an add-on rather than being on our own tour. Our guide was very friendly and tried to fill us in as much as possible during pauses from the Japanese guide.Lynette_A
October 2023
Korean tour guides were hit and miss in terms of being able to understand their English but fortunately for us we had a great tourguide named Jun who was informative, funny, and kept things on time. Eye opening experience to see this part of the world and even if you could do it for less by plan...
Korean tour guides were hit and miss in terms of being able to understand their English but fortunately for us we had a great tourguide named Jun who was informative, funny, and kept things on time. Eye opening experience to see this part of the world and even if you could do it for less by planning it yourself, would highly recommend taking the stress off yourself and joining a tour like this as there are many hoops and checkpoints to get through to get to the DMZ.