DMZ Small Group Tour from Seoul Including Dora Observatory

Highlights

  • Explore with a guide and gain insight into Korean War history

  • Gain access to the heavily-armed border that separates North and South Korea 

  • Hassle-free round-trip transport from central Seoul

Summary

Your morning starts with pickup from your Seoul hotel by coach or minivan. During the drive toward the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), pass sites of interest including Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park and Mangbaedan—where North Koreans perform traditional rites on celebration days. On arrival at the Demarcation Line, explore sites of interest including Freedom Bridge and the old Gyeongui train line. With your guide on hand, gain insight into Korean War history and learn of the area’s significance to Koreans on both sides of the border. Take in key sites including the DMZ Theater and Exhibition Hall, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and the Dora Observatory. Here, you can take in sweeping views across the DMZ and even catch glimpses of rural life in North Korea. When your time at the DMZ comes to an end, return to central Seoul to conclude your tour.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours
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Why take this tour?

The Demilitarized Zone is the heavily guarded border between South and North Korea: although a must-see, many first time visitors are often put off trying to visit by the mystery surrounding the area. This stress-free tour allows you to visit the DMZ and travel between key sites of interest with ease, as you gain insight into Korean War history with a guide. Plus, convenient hotel pickup means you won't waste time trying to find a start point.

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup in downtown Seoul only(if option is selected)

  • Drop-off at City Hall or Myeongdong

  • Professional local guide

  • Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan

  • Pistol Shooting (if option is selected)

  • Gondola (if afternoon tour option is selected)

  • Entry/Admission - The Third Tunnel

  • Entry/Admission - Dora Observatory

  • Lunch

  • Hotel drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

I Love Seoul Tour - Day Tours

About operator:

We are a travel agency located in Seoul, Korea. Our founder, James Shin, founded I Love Seoul Tour in 2001. Since 2001, we provide high-quality tours to travelers from around the world. We strongly can say we are experts in tours in Seoul and the vicinity. Our guides are all qualified, licensed. They will show you the fascinating features of every spot you visit.

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