monument inside DMZ
South Korean national flag
mannequin to take picture
Tragedy in WW2
Monument inside DMZ
Gondola
Road to DMZ
Life size standee
decommissioned tank
Dora Observatory deck
DMZ barbed wire fences
DMZ in winter
DMZ covered with snow
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Private Tour

DMZ Historical Private Tour

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6-8h
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Duration: 6-8h
Provided by: Chris Hyosang Lee
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Overview

The DMZ has always been a topic of interest among travelers to Korea for its historical significance, the Korean War aftermath that still affects the two countries even to this day.
Although the DMZ is a heavily military-controlled border area, certain regions around the DMZ are made accessible to civilians as a way to remember the sacrifice and loss from the Korean War, appreciate the nature reserve left untouched for decades, and hope for a peaceful reunification.

Typical itinerary ;

Hotel(starting at 8:00 am or earlier)
- Imjingak park
-The bridge of freedom
-The 3rd infiltration tunnel
-DMZ theater
-Dorasan observatory
-Dorasan train station
-Unification village
- Return to Seoul
-Drop off hotel around 2:00 pm

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • English Guide

What's Not Included

  • Admission fees

Additional Information

    Ticket Information

    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Tour Options

    DMZ Historical Private Tour

    Pickup included
    English

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Itinerary

    Stop 1
    1h 10m

    The 3rd Tunnel is the third of its kind built by North Korea for the purpose of invading South Korea. It was discovered in 1978. Among the four tunnels located so far, it is closest to Seoul (about 52 km). It has a total length of 1.6 km and a width of 2 m. It is estimated that nearly 30,000 personnel can move through the tunnel every hour. Visitors to the 3rd Tunnel must reserve the tour in advance. The tour starts from the Imjingak Pavilion. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 2
    40m

    Dora Observatory is the closest DMZ observatory to Panmunjeom. From Dora Observatory, one can see not only the Panmunjeom but also the village of Daeseong-dong within the DMZ, mountains and farmlands on the North Korean side, and the city of Gaeseong, a North Korean city and the historic capital of Goryeo (918-1392). Individual visits are not allowed. The observatory can only be accessed through the DMZ Peace Tour, which embarks from Imjingak Pavilion after reservation. All visitors are required to bring their identification, such as passports or Alien Registration Card (ARC).

    Admission Not Included
    Stop 3
    15m

    Tongilchon Jangdankong Maeul, specializing in bean curd dishes, is situated adjacent to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). To access it, visitors are required to bring their identification and pass through a checkpoint. The Jangdankong beans used here are known for their robust, savory flavor, distinguishing them from other beans. The restaurant is famous for its Jangdankong set menu, dubu jeongol (bean curd hot pot), doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae), and Jangdan kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup), particularly popular during the summer season.

    Admission Not Included

    Available Languages

    English(GUIDE)

    Location

    Nosang-ri, Jangdan-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

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