Visit the DMZ, 3rd Tunnel, and Dora Observatory on a half-day trip from Seoul. Pass through an area which has been restricted for 50 years by picking the option that includes an Imjin River boat ride.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 6 - 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Gayathri – United States

We had a fantastic experience on our DMZ tour, thanks to our guide! He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared a wealth of historical insights that really helped us understand the significance of each site. On top of that, he was funny, engaging, and just a genuinely nice person to interact with. His enthusiasm made the tour both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Katarzyna – Poland

Tour guide Lucy was great, her energy and passion made that tour really special, thank you! I liked everything which I saw, tour program was very good. The only thing which should be fixed (by GYG or PLK Travel, I don't know) is description on the website. If half-day tour doesn't include suspension Brigde and boat trip, they should not have been visible in general title and program. It is quite unclear.

Itinerary

4 starting location options:
밀리오레 환전센터, 183, 183, 65-6
Bus/coach
(1 hour)
Korean Demilitarized Zone
Guided tour (2.5 hours)
Third Tunnel of Aggression
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (1 hour)
Dora Observatory
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (40 minutes)
Unification Village
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (30 minutes)
Paju-si
Break time, Lunch (1 hour)
Imjingak
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (1 hour)
Mangbaedan
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (30 minutes)
Freedom Bridge
Visit, Guided tour, Bus tour (30 minutes)
Paju-si
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Bus tour (50 minutes)
Bus/coach
(1 hour)
4 drop-off locations:
밀리오레 환전센터, 183, 65-6, 183

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Take in sweeping views of North Korea from the Dorasan Observatory
See tunnels that were built to invade South Korea from the North side
Learn about the history of the two Koreas during the tour from your guide
Finish your tour with a visit to the DMZ's unification villages
[Boat Voyage Option only] Take a boat in Imjin River flows from North Korea

Full description

[Halfday DMZ only Tour]
Meet your guide at designated meeting point - Imjingak Park (Mangbaedan Altar, Bridge of Freedom, Steam Locomotive)-*Dokgae Bridge (not suspension bridge) - Take the Group Bus designated by Korean Military-3rd Invasion Tunnel-Dora Observatory-Unification Village- Move out from DMZ - Drop off at where you picked up
*Expected Drop off time : Hongik univ. station (1:30 pm) / Myeongdong station (2:00 pm)
*You will drop off where your pick up location and The drop off time could be changed depending on uncontrollable issue (traffic jam,weather and military permission time to access dmz)

[Full Day DMZ Tour with Boat Voyage]
Meet your guide at designated meeting point - Imjingak Park (Mangbaedan Altar, Bridge of Freedom, Steam Locomotive, pass by Imjingak Peace Park)- Take the Group Bus designated by Korean Military-3rd Invasion Tunnel-Dora Observatory-Unification Village- Move out from DMZ - Boat Voyage in Imjin River - Drop off at where you picked up
*Expected Drop off time : Hongik univ. station (4:00 pm) / Myeongdong station (4:30 pm)
*You will drop off where your pick up location and The drop off time could be changed depending on uncontrollable issue (traffic jam,weather and military permission time to access dmz)
*Boat Ride could be changed to alternative if there is maintenance, weather issue on the site.

Includes

Guide
Roundtrip transfer from Seoul
Admission fees to DMZ
Walking Tour in 3rd Tunnel

Lunch
Traveler's insurance

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

Passport
Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

All guests must bring a valid passport to access the DMZ
The DMZ is a military area and might be closed suddenly without any notice on the day. If this happens, an alternative tour will be provided, but no refunds will be offered

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Seoul: DMZ & Observatory Tour with Suspension Bridge or Boat