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DMZ tour
Yeoni fr Seoul city tour.. wonderful guide. Enjoyed our tour. Highly recommended.❤️❤️
DMZ: NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge, Hotel Pick-up
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $50 / person
- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6,621 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD.
- Meeting point
- DMZ tour only7:35am / 9:35am - city hall station exit no 6DMZ with susepsnion bridge7:35am - city hall station exit no 6
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $50
- Child (ages 2–10)
- $50
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
DMZ
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.
What's included
Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission Fee
Expert guide
Not included
Tram
Hotel picku p / Drop Off
Gratuities
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
We provide hotel pickup only from selected hotels in the downtown Seoul area. Pickup times vary depending on your hotel location. If you require hotel pickup, please contact your tour operator in advance to confirm your exact pickup time and location.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6,621 reviews
How it compares in Seoul
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 1,469 tours in Seoul
- Starting price $50 is 55% below the typical $110 for tours of similar length in Seoul
Excurgo comparison of 1,469 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
DMZ: NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge, Hotel Pick-up lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Seoul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 2–10 pay from $50, adults from $50. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We provide hotel pickup only from selected hotels in the downtown Seoul area. Pickup times vary depending on your hotel location. If you require hotel pickup, please contact your tour operator in advance to confirm your exact pickup time and location. Pickup points include Klaven Hotel Myeongdong City Hall.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6,621 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD..
Reviews(6,621)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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DMZ TOUR
Every experience was great and Yeoni gave a good explanation and tour around DMZ.
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Worthy tour
Great experience to look across the border as well as experiencing the third tunnel. However it may be quite exhausting due to the slopes to observatory and in the tunnel. Our guide Yeoni is very friendly and engaging too! 👍
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DMZ Tour!
Yeoni did a great job! Highly recommend! She was awesome and we loved it!
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DMZ Tour within Djoser Group Travel
Our guide AJ had great energy, always something interesting to say and a candor and open way at that. It was a pleasure to have her tell us about the history through her own nuanced perspective.
T
Nicest DMZ tour with guide OG Chloe
The guide (OG Chloe) was kind, knowledgeable and funny. The perfect mix!
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Chloe from Seoul City Tours
Chloe from Seoul City Tours was fantastic!! Lots of energy and explained everything in great detail for our tour. She was on time, answered all of our questions, and took great care to make sure our tour went smoothly. Thanks Chloe!! :)
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Great DMZ tour
Fascinating tour. Visiting the third tunnel was a real experience, and learned a lot that we didn’t know about the DMZ. Amazing to be able to see across the border into North Korea from the observation point. There were a few areas where the military don’t allow you to take photos unfortunately, but they make the rules! Sadie was a great guide
J
AJ is the best tour guide ever!!
The tour offered not only the opportunity to take a look into North Korea, but also, AJ provided a heartfelt and in-depth history of the relations between the two countries. She was so knowledgeable and sincere. She truly made the tour unforgettable. I would highly recommend anyone to take a tour with AJ if they have the chance!
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Great experience with Chloe
Chloe from Seoul City Tours was a fantastic guide and made our DMZ tour fantastic. She was fun, energetic, and answered all of our questions while guiding us through the exciting experience. I would highly recommend this tour!
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