DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk

Description

Walk the tense border between North and South Korea and hear a firsthand story from someone who lived it. This DMZ tour from Seoul includes major sites such as the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, Dora observatory, Freedom Bridge, and Imjingak Park. The highlight is a rare face-to-face meeting with a North Korean defector, offering insight into life in the North, their escape, and a human view of Korea’s division. ☑ Interview with North Korean Defector (Exclusive) Cosmojin is the only operator offering an in-person session with a North Korean defector, providing perspectives unavailable elsewhere. ☑ DMZ Key Sites Visit Imjingak Park, the 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Freedom Bridge, & optionally the Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge. ☑ Expert Guides Our guides — including Ron Han and Jackie — are known for their knowledge, passion, and engaging storytelling. ☑ Comfortable Round-Trip Transport Enjoy a smooth ride in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with convenient round-trip service from Seoul.

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Pickup Locations & Times

☑ Pick Up Service is available (Optional) ☑ Pick-up times vary depending on the hotel location, so we will notify you of your exact pick-up time the day before the tour after your booking is received. ☑. Hotel pick-up service is only available for hotels located in downtown Seoul.

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Important Information

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Comfortable shoes are required to enter 3rd infiltration tunnel.
• If there’s an unannounced military training or official event in the DMZ, the tour will be replaced with a tour of Tomorrow's Whistle-Bunker Beat 131-Odusan Unification Tower-The War memorial of Korea
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel (only original, No copy)
• The Mt. Suspension Bridge tour option requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If the required minimum is not met, we will inform you of the need to revise, change, or cancel the tour.
• The itinerary and details may be adjusted in response to unexpected changes such as DMZ military schedules, traffic, or weather conditions.
• No changes or refunds will be given for those who fail to arrive on time for departure, regardless of the reason.
• DMZ is military area and can be closed suddenly without any notice. If it happens, alternative tour will be provided and no refunds.
• Visiting the 3rd Tunnel is not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues due to its physically demanding nature.
• Tour duration time might be changed depends on site and traffic condition.
• Lunch Notice: Please note that there is no designated meal break during the tour. During the short free time at Imjingak or Dora Observatory, you may purchase a light meal or snacks at the available cafeterias. You are also welcome to bring your own food, as long as it does not have a strong smell or cause discomfort to other guests.

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