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Seoul To DMZ Tours

Explore the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Delve into the history of the Korean War with our guided tours. Experience a significant part of Korean history.

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Seoul To DMZ Tours
Korean Demilitarized Zone  Imjingak Park
Visitors observing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from an observation deck during a day tour in Seoul.
Visitors observing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from an observation deck during a day tour.
Steam locomotive destroyed in the Korean War
Visitors observing the DMZ from an overlook, with barbed wire and mountains in the background, Seoul, South Korea.
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7 hr 30 min
Mobile ticket
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  • Go for a half-day tour with an English-speaking guide to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a buffer zone separating North and South Korea with easy round-trip transfers from Seoul.

  • Discover the history of the Korean War at Imjingak Park. See the bullet-riddled Freedom Bridge, where 12,773 POWs walked to freedom.

  • Venture into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, dug by North Korea and discovered in 1978. Visit Dora Observatory, and see North Korea's 160m flagpole in Kijong-dong, nicknamed "Propaganda Village”.

  • Stop by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specializes in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce, and corn goods.

  • Want to explore more? Take a Gondola ride over the Imjingang River for a closer look at North Korea.

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  • Go for a half-day tour with an English-speaking guide to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a buffer zone separating North and South Korea with easy round-trip transfers from Seoul.

  • Discover the history of the Korean War at Imjingak Park. See the bullet-riddled Freedom Bridge, where 12,773 POWs walked to freedom.

  • Venture into the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, dug by North Korea and discovered in 1978. Visit Dora Observatory, and see North Korea's 160m flagpole in Kijong-dong, nicknamed "Propaganda Village”.

  • Stop by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specializes in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce, and corn goods.

  • Want to explore more? Take a Gondola ride over the Imjingang River for a closer look at North Korea.

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₩65,000
Mt.Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
Imjingak park, Paju DMZ
Lake Majang Suspension Bridge at DMZ with tourists walking, surrounded by lush greenery.
Entrance to Dora Observatory, DMZ, South Korea
Tourists at Dorasan Observatory
Tourists looking through binoculars at Dorasan Observatory
Steam locomotive destroyed in the Korean War
Tour group at the Third Infiltration Tunnel entrance, DMZ, South Korea.
Freedom Bridge with Mangbaedan Altar in foreground, Seoul DMZ tour.
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9 hr
3 more
  • With round-trip transfers and an English guide, explore DMZ on a full-day tour. Choose between the Mt. Gamaksan or the peaceful Lake Majang Suspension Bridge.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Fun fact: Walls of the 3rd infiltration tunnel are still blackened from the coal North Korea smeared on them to disguise it as a coal min

More details

  • With round-trip transfers and an English guide, explore DMZ on a full-day tour. Choose between the Mt. Gamaksan or the peaceful Lake Majang Suspension Bridge.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Fun fact: Walls of the 3rd infiltration tunnel are still blackened from the coal North Korea smeared on them to disguise it as a coal min
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₩87,500
Group of visitors outsied DMZ, Seoul
Guide sharing information with the group of visitos
Visitors at Imjingak Park
Visiots posing for a picture near the monument at 3rd infiltration tunnel
Visitor in the 3rd tunnel, DMZ, Seoul
The Comfort woman statue also known as Peace monument near DMZ
Visitors at the DORA observatory in DMZ
Peace Bell Temple, DMZ, Seoul
Free cancellation
8 hr
Mobile ticket
3 more
  • A full-day tour of DMZ, a neutral zone between North & South Korea, and an interaction with a North Korean defector with easy transfers & and an English guide.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Upgrades: Add hotel transfers from Seoul to your experience, or visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the grandest of the five palaces constructed during the Joseon Dynasty.

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  • A full-day tour of DMZ, a neutral zone between North & South Korea, and an interaction with a North Korean defector with easy transfers & and an English guide.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Upgrades: Add hotel transfers from Seoul to your experience, or visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, the grandest of the five palaces constructed during the Joseon Dynasty.
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₩59,000
 Aerial view of the cliffside path in DMZ
Entrance to the 2nd tunnel, DMZ
Inside the 2nd tunnel, DMZ
 View from Cheorwon Observatory, DMZ
Cheorwon Observatory view of DMZ landscape with visitors on a cliffside path.
Cheorwon Hantan River Eunhasu Cliffside path, DMZ
 Hantan River water road, DMZ
Korean lunch
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10 hr 30 min
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  • Spend a full day discovering the 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, a UNESCO Global Geopark, and other key DMZ sites with guided insights, seamless transfers, and lunch included.
  • Walk through the eerie 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, capable of facilitating a North Korean invasion of 30,000 troops within an hour, discovered in 1975.
  • See North Korea from Cheorwon Peace Observatory's telescopes, and explore Woljeong-ri Station's history, where the last train stands frozen in time.
  • Explore relics from the 1930s to the 1950s at Cheorwon History & Culture Park, then enjoy a traditional Korean meal at a nearby restaurant.
  • Walk Hantangang River's cliffside path, taking in basalt columnar joints formed by volcanic activity, and visit the Korean Workers' Party Headquarters.

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  • Spend a full day discovering the 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, a UNESCO Global Geopark, and other key DMZ sites with guided insights, seamless transfers, and lunch included.
  • Walk through the eerie 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, capable of facilitating a North Korean invasion of 30,000 troops within an hour, discovered in 1975.
  • See North Korea from Cheorwon Peace Observatory's telescopes, and explore Woljeong-ri Station's history, where the last train stands frozen in time.
  • Explore relics from the 1930s to the 1950s at Cheorwon History & Culture Park, then enjoy a traditional Korean meal at a nearby restaurant.
  • Walk Hantangang River's cliffside path, taking in basalt columnar joints formed by volcanic activity, and visit the Korean Workers' Party Headquarters.
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₩95,000
Man walking on the Gamaksan bridge in DMZ
Entrance ot Imjingak park, DMZ
Mangbaedan Memorial, DMZ
Flags hanging on Freedom Bridge at DMZ, South Korea, symbolizing hope and peace.
People posing in front of a sign for the 3rd infiltration tunnel, DMZ
Entrance to Dora Observatory, DMZ
Tourists using binoculars at Dorasan Observatory, viewing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul.
Gloster Hill Memorial Park, DMZ
Gamaksan suspension bridge, DMZ
Free cancellation
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9 hr 30 min
3 more
  • Immerse yourself in Korean War history at Imjingak Park, close to the Military Demarcation Line, and the rebuilt Dokgae Bridge, a symbol of resilience.

  • Feel the depth of history as you descend into the eerie 3rd Tunnel, a secret route built by North Korea to launch a surprise attack on Seoul.

  • From the Dora Observatory, gaze across the border into the enigmatic North Korea, where you might catch a rare glimpse of daily life in the secretive nation.

  • Walk the thrilling Mt. Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment of the British Army who fought in the Korean War.

  • Fun fact: From Dora Observatory, you can use high-powered binoculars to see the North Korean propaganda village aka 'show village'.

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  • Immerse yourself in Korean War history at Imjingak Park, close to the Military Demarcation Line, and the rebuilt Dokgae Bridge, a symbol of resilience.

  • Feel the depth of history as you descend into the eerie 3rd Tunnel, a secret route built by North Korea to launch a surprise attack on Seoul.

  • From the Dora Observatory, gaze across the border into the enigmatic North Korea, where you might catch a rare glimpse of daily life in the secretive nation.

  • Walk the thrilling Mt. Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment of the British Army who fought in the Korean War.

  • Fun fact: From Dora Observatory, you can use high-powered binoculars to see the North Korean propaganda village aka 'show village'.

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₩86,450
Lake Majang Suspension Bridge at Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Tour group observing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul, South Korea.
Flags hanging on Freedom Bridge at DMZ, South Korea, symbolizing hope and peace.
Tour group at the Third Infiltration Tunnel entrance, DMZ, South Korea.
Visitors observing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from an observation deck during a day tour in Seoul.
Woman looking through binoculars from the observatory, DMZ, South Korea
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
9 hr
3 more
  • Journey to the heart of the Korean conflict on a guided tour of the DMZ, and walk across the 155-meter-long Freedom Bridge, where 12,773 POWs returned to freedom.

  • Descend 73m into the dingy 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and explore the DMZ Exhibition Hall, where the 2018 Inter-Korean Summit took place.

  • Gaze across the 160-mile border into North Korea from Dora Observatory, and imagine a unified Korea at Dorasan Station, which symbolizes hope.

  • Cross the scenic 200m Lake Majang Suspension Bridge, dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment, and learn about their valiant defense.

  • Fun fact: The DMZ is home to the world's rarest butterfly, the Irides Midea Setionoae. It has purple and brown wings and can be found nowhere else.

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  • Journey to the heart of the Korean conflict on a guided tour of the DMZ, and walk across the 155-meter-long Freedom Bridge, where 12,773 POWs returned to freedom.

  • Descend 73m into the dingy 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and explore the DMZ Exhibition Hall, where the 2018 Inter-Korean Summit took place.

  • Gaze across the 160-mile border into North Korea from Dora Observatory, and imagine a unified Korea at Dorasan Station, which symbolizes hope.

  • Cross the scenic 200m Lake Majang Suspension Bridge, dedicated to the 1st Battalion Gloucestershire Regiment, and learn about their valiant defense.

  • Fun fact: The DMZ is home to the world's rarest butterfly, the Irides Midea Setionoae. It has purple and brown wings and can be found nowhere else.

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₩85,000
Half-Day DMZ Guided Tour with Round Trip
Prayer ribbons tied on the fence at Imjingak Park, DMZ, South Korea
View of the Freedom bridge with Mangbaedan Altar in the foreground
Tour group at the Third Infiltration Tunnel entrance, DMZ, South Korea.
Tourists using binoculars at Dorasan Observatory, viewing the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul.
Flags hanging on Freedom Bridge at DMZ, South Korea, symbolizing hope and peace.
Korean Demilitarized Zone Half Day Tour
Dora Observatory
People watching a film in the DMZ theatre
Steam locomotive destroyed in the Korean War
Mt.Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
Lake Majang Suspension Bridge at DMZ with tourists walking, surrounded by lush greenery.
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
9 hr
3 more
  • With round-trip transfers and an English guide, explore DMZ on a full-day tour. Choose between the Mt. Gamaksan or the peaceful Lake Majang Suspension Bridge.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Fun fact: Walls of the 3rd infiltration tunnel are still blackened from the coal North Korea smeared on them to disguise it as a coal min

More details

  • With round-trip transfers and an English guide, explore DMZ on a full-day tour. Choose between the Mt. Gamaksan or the peaceful Lake Majang Suspension Bridge.
  • Stroll through Imjingak Park, where history comes alive with the Mangbaedan Altar, a bullet-riddled steam locomotive, and other war memorials.
  • View North Korean landscapes and cities from Dora Observatory, and walk through the dim 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a passage once capable of moving 30,000 soldiers per hour.
  • Visit Unification Village, which offers a glimpse into resilient farmers' peaceful lives under special security, learning their stories and way of life.
  • Fun fact: Walls of the 3rd infiltration tunnel are still blackened from the coal North Korea smeared on them to disguise it as a coal min
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₩87,500
Family posing by DMZ sign at Korean Demilitarized Zone, Seoul.
Guide giving a tour of the DMZ
People posing in front of a sign for the 3rd infiltration tunnel, DMZ
Freedom Bridge with Mangbaedan Altar in foreground, Seoul DMZ tour.
Flags hanging on Freedom Bridge, DMZ, South Korea
Sculpture at the Korean DMZ
 People watching a film in the DMZ theatre
Prayer ribbons tied on the fence at Imjingak Park, DMZ, South Korea
People observing the view from Dorasan Observatory
A lady observing the view from Dorasan Observatory
 People standing by the VIP Travel tour bus.
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
7 hr 30 min
3 more
  • Visit Imjingak Park, which houses the symbolic war relic Iron Horse Train, and the Mangbaedan Altar where refugees pay respect to their ancestors.

  • Walk on the Bridge of Freedom that rescued 12773 prisoners of war, before treading through the Third Infiltration Tunnel, built by North Koreans.

  • Learn in-depth through artifacts and a video about DMZ and its history, at the DMZ Exhibition Hall and Theatre, browsing documents, letters, etc.

  • The hilltop Dora Observatory offers striking views of the North Korean landscape, including the many abandoned buildings at the propaganda village.

  • Fun fact: On clear days, you might see the bronze statue of Kim Il-sung in Gaesong, from the Dora Observatory.

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  • Visit Imjingak Park, which houses the symbolic war relic Iron Horse Train, and the Mangbaedan Altar where refugees pay respect to their ancestors.

  • Walk on the Bridge of Freedom that rescued 12773 prisoners of war, before treading through the Third Infiltration Tunnel, built by North Koreans.

  • Learn in-depth through artifacts and a video about DMZ and its history, at the DMZ Exhibition Hall and Theatre, browsing documents, letters, etc.

  • The hilltop Dora Observatory offers striking views of the North Korean landscape, including the many abandoned buildings at the propaganda village.

  • Fun fact: On clear days, you might see the bronze statue of Kim Il-sung in Gaesong, from the Dora Observatory.

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₩80,000
Camp Greaves, Paju DMZ
Dora Observatory
Odusan Unification Tower Observatory
Imjingak park, Paju DMZ
Jogang Observatory, Gimpo DMZ
The 2nd Tunnel, Cheorwon DMZ
Goseokjeong Pavilion, Cheorwon DMZ
Woljeong-ri Station
Cheorwon Peace Observatory, Cheorwon DMZ
Imjingak park, Paju DMZ
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
12 hr 50 min
3 more
  • Explore the poignant tales of the Korean DMZ by choosing the Paju, Gimpo, or Cheorwon full-day tour with comfortable return transfers.

  • Witness the Third Tunnel of Aggression in Paju, the Ganghwa Peace Observatory in Gimpo, or the Iron Triangle Battlefield in Cheorwon.

  • With your multi-lingual guide's insights and included entrance fees, delve into Korea's history without any hassle.

  • Visit the Woljeong-ri Station, South Korea's northernmost station, restored after being destroyed in the war.

  • Fun Fact: The Battleship at Gimpo was a famous filming location for the popular K-Drama 'Descendants of the Sun.'

More details

  • Explore the poignant tales of the Korean DMZ by choosing the Paju, Gimpo, or Cheorwon full-day tour with comfortable return transfers.

  • Witness the Third Tunnel of Aggression in Paju, the Ganghwa Peace Observatory in Gimpo, or the Iron Triangle Battlefield in Cheorwon.

  • With your multi-lingual guide's insights and included entrance fees, delve into Korea's history without any hassle.

  • Visit the Woljeong-ri Station, South Korea's northernmost station, restored after being destroyed in the war.

  • Fun Fact: The Battleship at Gimpo was a famous filming location for the popular K-Drama 'Descendants of the Sun.'

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₩96,000

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Nicol Colga
NL

Nicol

5/5
Netherlands
The tour with guide Paul was one of the best guided tours of my life. He shared personal stories with a perfect balance of distance and humor. It was easy to understand Korean history and see the DMZ from a historical perspective. It was an awesome experience, and everything was well-organized and communicated! I highly recommend tours with Paul – he’s an amazing guide who truly brings the experience to life.
Edgar Behrbohm
AU

Edgar

5/5
Australia
Booking the experience online was quick and easy and the bus pick-up location was perfect. Our tour guide Julie was the best. Very informative and entertaining and looked after us. The DMZ highlight was the walk down the tunnel which was a thrill. Well worth it.
BIJAYA KUMAR RAI
GB

Bijaya

5/5
United Kingdom
The day was awesome and the guide Mrs YOON really enthusiastic and kind to the tourists ...well experience and knowledge ful guide ever seen in my life.. Thank you for the day whole team ....enjoyed fullest Thank you
Seang Ngy
US

Seang

5/5
United States
Very interesting place the bus operator is excellent and SADIT the tour lady is excellent she very knowledgeable well explained and very polite very pleased with her service, we have 4 people in our group and everyone very excited, thank to Sadit
Jeane Marie Tavera Villa
IT

Jeane

5/5
Italy
It was easy to get the tickets they called us the day before to let us know what time they were coming to pick us up at the hotel and picked us up from the hotel Even a few minutes in advance our guide Laura speaks English very well , she is friendly and thorough. We visited all the points of interest and ,with some free time, we had the opportunity to buy cold drinks to cool off in the middle of summer.
Martin Kuns
DE

Martin

5/5
Germany
Very good Guid's 🥰 Fredly and many information 👍 Nice food in town. Many thanks to JOY and Richard 👍👍👍 From Nelly and Martin 👨‍👧
Martin Hans Walzer
DE

Martin

5/5
Germany
It was an extraordinary experience that will certainly be remembered for a long time. Although the weather was rather poor, we were able to see all the sights and understand all background in detail. I would particularly like to emphasize the wonderful work of our guide Julie, who made this tour a very special experience with her humorous and competent manner. Recommended at any time 🙏
Anete Daugule
LV

Anete

5/5
Latvia
Thanks for the tour! I enjoyed the glimpse in to Koreas history and also understood more the political situation and peoples hopes about Korea. Bridge was a good start to the trip, relaxing and serene. Also, the lunsh at the Unification villiage was tasty and very affordable. The biggest thanks goes to the best and most passionate guide-Julia! Thank you for making this journey a nice memory of my trip to South Korea! It was definately one of my trip highlights!

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