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Overview
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.
Meeting and Pickup
Subway Line No 1, 2 City Hall Station Exit No 7 ( Outside ) _ 92 Sejong-daero Joong District Seoul Korea.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Seoul
2. Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
3. Bridge of Freedom
4. DMZ
5. The Third Tunnel
6. Dora Observatory
7. Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
8. Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
9. Myeongdong
10. Gyeongbokgung Palace
Inclusion
Interview with North korean defector
Gamaksan Suspension Bridge visit (if selected)
English Guide with DMZ license
All Fees and Taxes
Gyeongbokgung Palace visit (if selected)
In-vehicle air conditioning
Exclusion
Lunch & Personal Expense
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
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: Depending on the day’s schedule, a short meal break will be provided at Dorasan Observatory or Tongilchon Village. As this is a group tour with a fixed itinerary, please understand that the lunch break may be shorter than a typical meal time. We recommend planning accordingly.
Reviews
4.9
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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