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Amazing experience!
Our guide was James and he was fantastic! Knowledgeable about not only the tour, he gave us some great recommendations for the rest of our trip as well! Couldn't recommend the trip and James more
Private DMZ Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $270 / person
- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 593 reviews
- Languages
- CMN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD.
Description
Learn about Korea’s divided history at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on a half-day tour, led by an informative guide. In the morning or afternoon, travel from Seoul to the DMZ, where the country has been split since the Korean War, to visit fascinating sites such as Imjingak Park, the Freedom bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall. At Dora Observatory, you can even peer through binoculars to observe village life in North Korea. U
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 3+)
- $270
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $540.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 5.
Tour Options
Itinerary
DMZ
Discover the Korean DMZ on a private tour with hotel pickup, dedicated guide, and in-depth insights into North and South Korea.
Dora Observatory
Stand just miles from North Korea at Dora Observatory and use telescopes to view North Korean villages, the city of Kaesong, farmland, and daily life across the border. Learn about the history, division, and future of the Korean Peninsula from your expert guide.
The Third Tunnel
Descend into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a remarkable underground passage allegedly built by North Korea for military infiltration. Discover one of the DMZ's most significant sites while learning about the history, conflict, and division of Korea.
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
Explore Imjingak Park, a meaningful symbol of hope for Korean reunification. Visit the historic Freedom Bridge, war memorials, and exhibits that tell the powerful story of Korea's division and the longing for peace.
What's included
Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission Fee
Expert guide
Hotel pickup & drop off (only seoul)
Not included
Gratuities
Tram
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up / drop is ONLY available in Seoul. If you cannot find your hotel name on the list, please let us know your hotel information.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
593 reviews
How it compares in Seoul
- No. 40 by number of reviews among 1,455 tours in Seoul
Excurgo comparison of 1,455 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- 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
- Please contact the local operator for exact pickup time
- It is miltiray area. So, private transportation cannot go into the dmz. We will transfer the public bus or goup bus at the dmz.
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 Private DMZ Tour take?
Private DMZ Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Private DMZ Tour cost?
Prices start at $270 per person for this Seoul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $540. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private DMZ Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private DMZ 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. Pick up / drop is ONLY available in Seoul. If you cannot find your hotel name on the list, please let us know your hotel information. Pickup points include Grand Mercure Ambassador Hotel and Residences Seoul Yongsan, Sheel Hotel.
What languages is Private DMZ Tour offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
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 Private DMZ Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 593 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD..
Reviews(593)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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DMZ tour with Lizzy
Lizzy is very experienced and lively
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dmz tour
We had great time with Felicity. Very informative and we learned a lot about Korean history.
Operator response
Hello! This is Joy from Seoul City Tour. Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us. We sincerely hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Korea!
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Yeoni is great!
YEONI from Seoul city Tour was very informative and very attentive to us - 2 seniors with soma accessibility issues - great guide that I am recomending!!
Operator response
Hello! This is Su from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your wonderful review. We're glad you had a great time with us. We hope you'll visit us again someday!
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DMZ adventure
Thank you Lizzy for making our DMZ memorable and fun. You made korean history so interesting and simple. Lizzy is so friendly and patience. Till next time
Operator response
Hello! This is Su from Seoul City Tour. Thank you so much for your review. We're glad our tour made your visit even more enjoyable. We hope you'll visit us again!
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5 star review for Lizzy
Lizzy has big energy and very knowledgeable, speaks English well. She is patient and accommodating and explains the tour well.
Operator response
Hello! This is Jenny from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your wonderful comments. We're thrilled you had a pleasant experience. We'd love to see you again in Korea!
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Educational and entertaining
Lizzy is very friendly and accommodating. We learned a lot from her
Operator response
Hello! This is Min from Seoul City Tour. We sincerely appreciate your review. We're delighted everything went well. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
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Efficient and Nice Tour Guide - Lizzy
Very good and accommodating and also informative.
Operator response
Hello! This is Joy from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your kind words. We're happy to know you enjoyed your journey with us. We hope to see you again next time!
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Excellent trip
Sally is a great guide, everything worked well, car was good and driver also. Very good and way to go to DMZ!
Operator response
Hello! This is Polly from Seoul City Tour. Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. It means a lot to our team. We hope to see you again on your next adventure in Korea!
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Amazing tour and guide!
Dragon Kim was the best guide! He was very knowledgeable, shared a lot of great information with us, and had amazing hospitality. We would go on another tour with him anytime!
Operator response
Hello! This is Valerie from Seoul City Tour. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted that our tour left you with great memories of Korea. We sincerely hope to welcome you again on your next visit!
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