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Overview
1. The only DMZ tour in Korea led by retired military officers. Real soldiers, real stories
– Agent SJ: Special Forces Major, Iraq war veteran (707 Battalion)
– Agent Tiger: Former artillery commander with 20+ years on the front line
– Agent Eddie: Infiltration tunnel expert, DMZ briefer to U.S./Korean brass
– Agent Jason : A 31-year veteran ROK intelligence officer, retired at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
2. The best view—chosen on the spot
We don’t guess—we decide. Each morning, we assess weather, visibility, and live CCTV to choose either Odusan or Dora Observatory, depending on which offers the clearest view into North Korea that day.
3. Compact yet powerful
Step into the most heavily armed border in the world, where history and real-time tension collide.
This compact tour skips the fluff—Half Day, No Shopping, just unforgettable insight.
*For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*
What's Included
- Admission fees to DMZ
- One of observatory to see north Korea territory - Odusan or Dora Observatory
- *For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*
- Roundtrip Trasnfer from Seoul
- Licensed Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Traveler's insurance
- Anything not mentioned in details
Additional Information
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Tour Options
Myeongdong station (Exit 8)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station exit 8, 125 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Hongik univ. station (Exit 3)
Starting point:
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3, 183 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Private Tour(Hotel pickup)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Before we go into DMZ area and do ID Check, will look through Bridge of Freedom, Mangbaedan Altar which is historical sites related to Korean War.
■DMZ(Demilitarized Zone) The 3rd Invasion Tunnel. This is walking course into the tunnel. Take your step into the 3rd tunnel which is one of thrilling tunnel as close to 1.95 meters high, 2.1 meters wide and 1,635 meters long. It was thought to be more threatening as an invasion tool than the 1st and 2nd Tunnels.
It's the northern-most point of the western front, and offers the chance to see Gaeseong Industrial Complex and Songhaksan Mountain in a single view. Take a look at North Korea Territory with your eyes for real!
Mangbaedan in Paju is a symbolic altar where separated families pay tribute to their ancestors in North Korea, facing north across the DMZ.
It was destroyed by U.S. forces during the Korean War in 1950 to block the Chinese advance while transporting UN supplies northward—now a lasting symbol of war and division. The locomotive still bears over 1,200 bullet holes and visible scars from bombings
Mangbaedan in Paju is a symbolic altar where separated families pay tribute to their ancestors in North Korea, facing north across the DMZ. Mangbaedan in Paju is a symbolic altar where separated families pay tribute to their ancestors in North Korea, facing north across the DMZ. Mangbaedan in Paju is a symbolic altar where separated families pay tribute to their ancestors in North Korea, facing north across the DMZ.
This observation deck is just 2 km from North Korea. It's the closest point from Seoul where you can clearly view North Korea with your own eyes. We will visit one of observatory to see North Korea territory between Dora Observatory or Odusan Observatory according to visibility on the date.
Meeting Point
Start Point
Hongik univ. subway station (Exit #3 outside)
Myeongdong subway station (Exit # 8 outside)
End Point
Hongik univ. subway station (Exit #3 outside)
Myeongdong subway station (Exit # 8 outside)
Ticket Redemption
Available Languages
Provided by: PLK TRAVEL
Location
Munsan-eup, Majeong-ri, Imjingak Tourist information center, Paju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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