DMZ Tour from Seoul: NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge
Description
Since the tour doesn't include any shopping center, you can only focus the DMZ Tour. DMZ Tour is very unique and special in Korea since Korea is the only divided country in the world. Learn about Korea's history through educational and enjoyable tour especially with professional tour guide. Since actual DMZ is prohibited area, we will travel to near the DMZ where the travelers are allowed to travel; Imjingak Park, the 3rd infiltration tunnel, Dora Observatory, Dorasan Station, DMZ theater & Exhibition hall and Odu Unification Observatory.
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After pickup at your Seoul hotel in the morning or afternoon, drive to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). En route, your guide shares expert commentary on the dividing line between North and South Korea. Get out at Imjingak Park along the banks of Imjin River to see artillery and war artifacts that were used during the Korean conflict before proceeding to Freedom bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean POWs crossed on their return back home to South Korea. Reboard the coach and head to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located beneath the border of North Korea and South Korea. See where the South Koreans have blocked the actual Military Demarcation Line with concrete barricades, and browse photographs and war artifacts at the DMZ exhibition hall. Your next stop is Dora Observatory, where you can use binoculars to get a glimpse of North Korea. Listen to your guide explain daily life in the village of Kijongdong across the river. Continue by coach to Dorasan Station, a historic spot that not only marks the division, but also serves as a gateway for exchanges between the north and south. Pass by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specialized in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce and corn goods.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required the day of travel
- You do not need to send a copy of your passport in advance
- Please follow the instructions of your tour guide about when and where you may take photos
- 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
- If you miss the tour bus because of late or confusing tour date, there will be no refund.
Reviews(5,519)
Lily from Seoul City Tour was one of the best guides we could have hoped for on this tour. A tour that covers so many important historical moments needs a guide who knows how to explain them clearly, and that is exactly what Lily did. I also really appreciated the fact that she explained all the details while we were still on the bus. It made everything much easier because, once we arrived at the monuments and buildings we were visiting, we were free to explore and take in the atmosphere without having to focus on lengthy explanations. I can only thank Lily for all the knowledge she shared with us, always with such positive energy, and Mr. Lee (I hope I got his name right!) for his excellent driving throughout the tour!
The DMZ tour was amazing and informative. We were glad we did this tour and thanks to our tour guide amazing Grace. 170m near to the border was thrilling not to forget the real life experiences shared from the Defector. You truly are an inspiration!!!
We went on the DMZ tour with Lily from Seoul city tours as our guide. She made the day very memorable, she has a unique energy and really made an effort to give us an amazing experience. It was a very informative tour and we learned a lot about the history of the DMZ and Korea in general
Lily from Seoul City Tour was great and energetic through out the whole tour
Our guide was Lily from Seoul City Tour. She was brilliant, lots of energy and her English was very good and easy to understand. She took photos of everyone on the suspension bridge from different angles. She took the time to learn everyone’s names and try to talk to everyone. She saw that it would be raining later in the day and booked the North Korean observatory first so we could see the view before it rained. Once it rained, it was cloudy and people arriving couldn’t see. We are from Australia. The meeting point was easy from the blue line/number 4 line. There is a 7-11 there so you can grab some snacks since there’s not a lot of places open for breakfast in the morning. You can not eat on the bus but you can have coffee/juice/water.
Lily from Seoul City Tour was fantastic. She took the effort to learn everyone’s name on the tour and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour!
This tour is a must when visiting Seoul! Lily with Soul City Tour was incredibly informative, used the right media and timing to make the tour interactive and moving at the right pace. All with time to enjoy all the different stops. Highly recommended!
Lily with Seoul City Tours was the best guide! She was so fun and informative. We made it to every site with perfect timing. Learned a lot! I would highly recommend this experience!
Lily at Seoul City Tours was fabulous. She was so informative and had a great vibe and energy and we were so lucky to have her as our tour guide. The DMZ tour is a must do while in Korea!
Lily brought real ENERGY and genuine expertise to the tour—she kept everyone engaged with her humor while delivering interesting information about the DMZ that actually stuck with you.
