Half Day Korea DMZ Tour/ opt: suspension bridge

  • Free cancellation

About this experience

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

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What’s included

  • Expert guide
  • Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach

Not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Gratuities
  • Tram
  • Hotel pick up / Drop Off

Itinerary

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Re board 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.

  4. 4

    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.

  5. 5

    Your tour ends with a drop-off at City Hall.

Good to know

Difficulty
Easy
Guide
Guided tour in English
Start times
07:30 · 09:30

Know before you go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • You MUST get the exact meeting place and time from the local tour operator prior to departure
  • 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
  • A minimum of 2 adults is required to book the afternoon tour
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • If you miss the tour bus because of late or confusing tour date, there will be no refund.
  • 1. A current valid passport is required the day of travel
  • 2. Pick up time is different depending on the hotel location. If you didn’t get the exact meeting time from Seoul City Tour, please contact to [email protected] or call to +82-10-8736-2140.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.

  • 1 day or more before: full refund
  • Less than 1 day before: no refund

Meeting point

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Hongik Univ. Station

How you meet
Meet on location
Coordinates
37.55678, 126.92334
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Provided by
Seoul City Tour Co, Ltd.,

Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 6 hours.

Can I cancel this booking?

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund

Is this experience guided, and in what language?

Guided tour in English

Is hotel pickup included?

No — you make your own way to the meeting point.

Where does this experience start?

It starts at Hongik Univ. Station.

From AED 176 per person