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Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

By Cosmojin Agency
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is $37 per adult
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Overview

Walk the tense border between North and South Korea – and hear a story from someone who lived it.
On this unique DMZ tour from Seoul, you’ll not only visit iconic sites such as the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and Dora Observatory – but also engage in an unforgettable face-to-face dialogue with a real North Korean defector.
This experience goes far beyond sightseeing. You’ll gain insight into the realities of life in North Korea, their daring escape, and a human perspective on Korea's division.

✅ Interview with North Korean defector (exclusive content)

✅ Key stops: Imjingak Park, 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Freedom Bridge, Mt Gamak Suspension Bridge ( Optional )

✅ Guides like Ron Han and SP Hong share expert knowledge and stories

✅ Comfortable round-trip transport

Activity location

  • Seoul
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 92
    • 92 Sejong-daero
    • 04525, Sejong-daero, Seoul, South Korea

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DMZ Tour with Defector Talk
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pick up Time & Location / : 07:30 AM : Subway Line No 1, 2 City Hall Station Exit No 7 ( Outside ) _92 Sejong-daero Joong Ku Seoul Korea.
/: Face-to-face conversation with a North Korean defector / DMZ tour with expert commentary
Duration: 7 hours: Includes DMZ Exhibition Hall ,Dora Observatory, 3rd Tunnel, Imjingak Park /

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30am
Price details
$37.00 x 1 Adult$37.00
Total
Price is $37.00
Until Sat, Oct 11
DMZ+Defector Talk+ Bridge Tour
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pick up Time & Location / : 07:30 AM : Subway Line No 1, 2 City Hall Station Exit No 7 ( Outside ) _92 Sejong-daero Joong Ku Seoul Korea.
/: Face-to-face talk with a North Korean defector / Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge: scenic cliffside walkway near DMZ /
Duration: 9 hours: Includes DMZ Exhibition Hall ,Dora Observatory, 3rd Tunnel, Imjingak Park /
/: Best for those wanting a full-day historical + nature combo

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30am
Price details
$50.00 x 1 Adult$50.00
Total
Price is $50.00
Until Sat, Oct 11

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Interview with North korean defector
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English Guide with DMZ license
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch & Personal Expense

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable shoes are required to enter 3rd infiltration tunnel.
  • If there’s an unannounced military training or official event in the DMZ, the tour will be replaced with a tour of Tomorrow's Whistle-Bunker Beat 131-Odusan Unification Tower-The War memorial of Korea
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel (only original, No copy)
  • The Mt. Suspension Bridge tour option requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If the required minimum is not met, we will inform you of the need to revise, change, or cancel the tour.
  • The itinerary and details may be adjusted in response to unexpected changes such as DMZ military schedules, traffic, or weather conditions.
  • No changes or refunds will be given for those who fail to arrive on time for departure, regardless of the reason.
  • DMZ is military area and can be closed suddenly without any notice. If it happens, alternative tour will be provided and no refunds.
  • Visiting the 3rd Tunnel is not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues due to its physically demanding nature.

Activity itinerary

Seoul
  • 50m
Meet your guide at the designated meeting place. Once all guests have arrived, you'll be transferred directly to the DMZ.
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
  • 1h
Imjingak, a symbol of Korean reunification desire, is a unique theme park featuring rides alongside barbed wire fences. It houses historical relics like the Freedom Bridge, used by 13,000 POWs for freedom, and a steam locomotive smokestack from the Korean War, abandoned for 55 years.
Bridge of Freedom (Pass by)
Bridge on Imjingang River, crossed by 13,000 POWs in 1953 during the Korean War, symbolizes their "return to freedom."
DMZ
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Korea's DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) is a military demarcation zone between North and South Korea, where military activities are prohibited. It remains a significant symbol of division on the Korean Peninsula since the Korean War. DMZ Theater The DMZ Theater, often located within or near the DMZ Exhibition Hall in DMZ serves as an immersive storytelling space where visitors can deepen their understanding of the Korean Demilitarized Zone and its significance. The theater offers a mix of educational and emotional experiences through carefully curated audiovisual content. DMZ Exhibition Hall An informative and symbolic space designed to educate visitors about the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a unique buffer zone that separates North and South Korea. This exhibition hall is situated near the DMZ, offering a closer look at the history, conflict, and aspirations for peace on the Korean Peninsula.
The Third Tunnel
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The DMZ tour's highlight includes exploring a North Korean tunnel, possibly for military purposes, with the 3rd tunnel extending 435 meters into South Korea. Visitors can also watch a documentary, view Korean War relics, and learn about the tunnel's discovery.
Dora Observatory
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Dora Observatory provides a close-up view of North Korea, including Gaeseong City and the Gaeseong Industrial Complex. Visitors can also see a fake North Korean border village called "Propaganda Village," where lights are manipulated to create the illusion of activity.
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
  • 5m
Imjingak Pyeonghwa Nuri Park ( Pass By)
Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
[OPTION] The Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, once Korea's longest suspension bridge at 220 meters, offers stunning views over Silmari Valley. Opened in 2016, it's a popular spot for its scenic beauty and thrilling experience, enhancing the hiking journey to Gamaksan Mountain.

Location

Activity location

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    Seoul
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    92
    • 92 Sejong-daero
    • 04525, Sejong-daero, Seoul, South Korea

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