Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer from Seoul Discount Tickets

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Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer from Seoul image
Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer from Seoul image
Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer from Seoul image
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Overview

This is operated by PLK Travel - the BEST DMZ tour agency 1. The only DMZ tour in Korea led by retired military officers. Real soldiers, real stories – Agent SJ: Special Forces Major, Iraq war veteran (707 Battalion) – Agent Tiger: Former artillery commander with 20+ years on the front line – Agent Eddie: Infiltration tunnel expert, DMZ briefer to U.S./Korean brass – Agent Jason : A 31-year veteran ROK intelligence officer, retired at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. - Agent Leo : Served in the Special Forces and the 705th Special Mission Regiment 2. The best view—chosen on the spot We don’t guess—we decide. Each morning, either Odusan or Dora Observatory, depending on which offers the clearest view into North Korea that day. 3. Compact yet powerful Step into the most heavily armed border in the world, where history and real-time tension collide. This compact tour skips the fluff—Half Day, No Shopping, just unforgettable insight. *For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hongik univ. subway station (Exit #3 outside)

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Before we go into DMZ area and do ID Check, will look through Bridge of Freedom, Mangbaedan Altar which is historical sites related to Korean War.
Duration: 30 mins
2. ■DMZ(Demilitarized Zone) The 3rd Invasion Tunnel. This is walking course into the tunnel. Take your step into the 3rd tunnel which is one of thrilling tunnel as close to 1.95 meters high, 2.1 meters wide and 1,635 meters long. It was thought to be more threatening as an invasion tool than the 1st and 2nd Tunnels.
Duration: 40 mins
3. It's the northern-most point of the western front, and offers the chance to see Gaeseong Industrial Complex and Songhaksan Mountain in a single view. Take a look at North Korea Territory with your eyes for real!
Duration: 40 mins
4. Mangbaedan in Paju is a symbolic altar where separated families pay tribute to their ancestors in North Korea, facing north across the DMZ.
Duration: 10 mins
5. It was destroyed by U.S. forces during the Korean War in 1950 to block the Chinese advance while transporting UN supplies northward—now a lasting symbol of war and division. The locomotive still bears over 1,200 bullet holes and visible scars from bombings
Duration: 5 mins
6. This observation deck is just 2 km from North Korea. It's the closest point from Seoul where you can clearly view North Korea with your own eyes. We will visit one of observatory to see North Korea territory between Dora Observatory or Odusan Observatory according to visibility on the date.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Admission fees to DMZ

One of observatory to see north Korea territory - Odusan or Dora Observatory

*For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*

Roundtrip Trasnfer from Seoul

Licensed Professional Tour Guide

Exclusion

Traveler's insurance

Anything not mentioned in details

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

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

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Schedule and details can be changed due to unexpected situations including military training schedule changes, traffic, weathers

It has minimum number of guest to proceed the tour.

The total duration is including traffic hours on the bus

One of observatory which is the best view on the date to be visited.

Supplied by PLK TRAVEL

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