Korea DMZ Half Day from Seoul Guided Tour - No Shopping
Korea DMZ Half Day from Seoul Guided Tour - No Shopping
Learn about DMZ Area, as you sightseeing with a knowledgeable local guide.Travel by coach to several stunning landmarks in DMZ Area, including Imjingak Park and the DMZ Theater & Exhibition Hall, Dora Observatory. During your 5.5 hour tour, gape at the Korean Demilitarized Zone, and learn about Korean War (1950-1953) divided the Korean Peninsula into South and North Korea. Hotel pickup is included, with drop-off at City Hall or Itaewon, leaving you a free to explore more on your own.
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DMZ
The South Korean DMZ is located around 50 kilometers in distance from Seoul (38 kilometers from Pyongyang). The journey takes about 60-90 minutes, depending on where you depart from in the city and the current traffic conditions on the day. To get there, you need to pass through several military-controlled security checkpoints. Your tour guide will request your passport, and you will be required to present it to a soldier for inspection.
30 minutesImjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
The South Korea DMZ has plenty of activities for those looking to understand geopolitics and history. For example, on a typical DMZ trip, you will see Imjingak Park, which was built as a safe space where the newly arrived refugees from North Korea received consolation. You’ll pass by the Unification Pond, the design of which is modelled after the shape of the Korean peninsula. This is a beautiful spot to take photos! Right next to the pond, you’ll find Peace Bell.
30 minutesBridge of Freedom
You will see the Freedom bridge built to liberate 12,773 prisoners in 1953. The bridge was used by South Koreans returning home from the North. Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos.
10 minutesThe Third Tunnel
The Korean Demilitarized Zone is where North and South Korea come together to form the most heavily-fortified border on the planet. DMZ Korea is the most unique destination in the country and one of the most fascinating places to see in the entire world. Curious travellers from all over the globe flock to experience this mysterious destination, hoping to gain an insider understanding of North Korea – the world’s most secretive country. Rated the number one tourist activity in the nation, the DMZ in Korea offers a deep dive into history, politics, and the Korean War.
30 minutesDora Observatory
Dorasan (Dora) Observatory will give you a fantastic bird’s eye view of the Korean DMZ, and on a clear day, you can catch an unhindered glimpse into the mysterious North. For the history buffs, the DMZ Exhibition Hall and DMZ Theater hold years worth of fascinating facts, documents, and photos.
20 minutesMangbaedan
Memorial Park in Paju
10 minutesIncluded
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Entry/Admission - Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
- Entry/Admission - Dora Observatory
- Entry/Admission - DMZ
- Entry/Admission - The Third Tunnel
Not Included
- Lunch
- Hotel drop-off (dropped off at City Hall or Itaewon)
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Passport is needed on the tour day
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- We are putting the best effort to prevent The Corona-19 for our customer's safeies and concerns. - Disinfecting & Sterilizing frequently. - Attach the Corona-19 Prevention guidelines on the transportation.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.