DMZ Tour: NK Defector Meet up, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge
Overview
During the tour, you will visit key landmarks including Imjingak Park, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and Dora Observatory, where you can look across the border into North Korea. These sites bring history to life and provide a deeper understanding of the Korean Peninsula.
What truly sets this tour apart is the rare opportunity to meet a North Korean defector and hear their powerful firsthand story. This personal perspective offers insight far beyond what typical tours can provide.
With no shopping stops and optional visits to Gamaksan or Majang Lake Suspension Bridge, this tour combines history, authenticity, and unforgettable scenery into one meaningful experience.
What's Included
- North Korean Defector Meet up
- Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
- Admission Fee
- Knowledgeable guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Tram
- Hotel pick up drop Off
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Additional Information
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Tour Options
DMZ+Lake Bridge+NK Defector
DMZ+NK Defector+Lake Bridge: DMZ + Lake Suspention Bridge (Majang Lake Suspension Bridge) + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 / AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+Mt.Bridge+NK Defector
DMZ+NK Defector+Red Bridge: DMZ + Mt. Suspention Bridge (Red Suspension Bridge) + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 / AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+NK Defector
DMZ+NK Defector: DMZ + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Your friendly guide will pick you up at the designated meeting point. After all guests are gathered, you will be transferred directly to the DMZ in comfort.
Visit Imjingak Park along the Imjin River, where you can explore artillery and war relics from the Korean War. Continue to the historic Freedom Bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean prisoners of war crossed back to South Korea after the conflict.
Meet a North Korean defector and hear their powerful firsthand story of life beyond the border. This rare and exclusive experience offers a deeper understanding of North Korea, making your DMZ visit truly unforgettable.
Continue to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, a secret underground passage built by North Korea beneath the border for a potential invasion. Walk down into the tunnel and learn about its shocking discovery. Afterwards, visit the DMZ Exhibition Hall to explore historical photographs and war artifacts that reveal the tense history of the Korean Peninsula.
Continue to Dora Observatory, one of the closest points to view North Korea. Use binoculars to look across the border and observe the village of Kijongdong. As you take in this unique view, your guide will share insights into daily life in North Korea, offering a deeper understanding of the divided peninsula.
Pass by Tongilchon (Unification Village), a unique farming community located within the Civilian Control Zone near the DMZ. This village offers a rare glimpse into everyday life near the border, where residents live under special regulations.
DMZ + Red Suspension Bridge option Walk across Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, one of the longest suspension bridges in Korea, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. This scenic experience adds an exciting and memorable highlight to your DMZ journey.
DMZ + Majang Lake Suspension Bridge option Walk across Majang Lake Suspension Bridge and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the tranquil lake and surrounding forest. This scenic experience offers the perfect blend of relaxation and unforgettable photo opportunities.
After the tour concludes, you will be comfortably dropped off at City Hall Station, marking the end of your memorable DMZ experience.
Meeting Point
Start Point
DMZ tour only 7:35am / 9:35am - city hall station exit no 6 *DMZ with susepsnion bridge 7:35am - city hall station exit no 6
DMZ tour only 7:25am / 9:25am - Myeongodng Subway Station exit no 9 *DMZ with susepsnion bridge 7:30am - Myeongodng Subway Station exit no 9
*DMZ tour only 8am / 10am - Hongik Univ. Subway Station exit no 3 *DMZ with susepsnion bridge 8am - Hongik Univ. Subway Station exit no 3
End Point
The tour will finish at the city hall
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Provided by: SEOUL CITY TOUR CO. LTD.
Location
48-6, Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon, Gamaksan Mountain, Paju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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