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DMZ tour from Seoul; North Korean Defector Meet up & 3rd Tunnel

4.91

4.9(5,580 reviews)

6 hours 30 minutes

Chinese, Japanese, English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

Chinese

Japanese

English

6 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

On this tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone from Seoul, feel the reality of Korea’s turbulent history as you explore the line that divides North Korea and South Korea. Travel by comfortable coach and learn fascinating history from your expert guide about the role this zone played in the Cold War and the Korean War, and how it now stands as a symbol of both division and unification. Sites you’ll visit include Imjingak Park, the Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A current valid passport is required the day of travel.

A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended

Participants must be physically fit to walk about 1300 feet (400 meters) at an 11 degree gradient

You do not need to send a copy of your passport

Japanese / chinese speaking tour guide require at least 4 people

If the tour is cancelled due to military issue or some unexpected issue, we will provide alternative course related with DMZ. / No refund

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Infants must sit on laps

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

What To Expect

Seoul

We will meet with professional tour guide at meeting places

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

Imjingak Park is the closest point to the DMZ accessible to civilians and a powerful symbol of Korea’s hope for reunification. Explore historic landmarks such as the Freedom Bridge, the Mangbaedan Altar, and the war-damaged steam locomotive, while learning about the legacy of the Korean War and the story of a divided nation.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Full-Day Tour

8.5-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at original departure point

DMZ tour+NK Defector Meet up

Duration: 6 hours DMZ + NK Defector Meet Up : DMZ Tour + North Korean Defector Meet Up

DMZ + NK Defector +Lake Bridge

Majang Lake Suspension Bridge Duration: 8 hours DMZ + NK Defector +Lake Bridg: DMZ Tour + North Korean Defector Meet Up + Majang Lake Suspension Bridge

Morning Tour w/ Lunch

7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall

DMZ + NK Defector + Mt.Bridge

Mt. Gamaksan Suspension Bridge Duration: 8 hours DMZ + NK Defector + Mt.Bridge: DMZ Tour + North Korean Defector Meet Up + Mt. Gamaksan Suspension Bridge (Red Suspension Bridge)

What‘s Included

Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach

Admission fee

Expert guide

Hotel pick up / drop-off

Tram

Gratuities

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

4.91

5,580 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5274

197

Value for money, great guide
Renee B,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was great value for money. We took our teenagers and they loved it as much as we did. Katie was very knowledgeable and really helpful. Thanks for a great day Katie! Highly recommend choosing the option with defector talk. RB, Australia.
Great experience, great guide
Johnnycsharp,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The visit to the DMZ was fascinating, highlights being the q&a with a defector, opportunity to use telescopes to see into North Korea and the chance to visit the tunnel where DPRK tried to dig through to the South many years ago. Katie our guide was so informative and helpful and I would thoroughly recommend the trip
DMZ Tour with Katie
594madeleinen,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
very nice experience and a wonderful, bubbly, and knowledgeable tour guide katie! -m.n. from seattle
It was great
kishangabreilr,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was great I really like Katie
Korea? DPRK?ROK?
A273KMtylerk,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A good structure with good explanations that had helped us understand the significance of each place but also free time where we actually knew what we were doing. Shoutout Katie from Tyler k, and the bus driver for being a speedy and good driver. Fee was decent and for a full bus it didn’t feel that packed, best for those wanting a good understanding and views of the dmz
DMZ fun
254landenp,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything was wonderful and fun
Fun
coreywW7883HK,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very fun and imformative learned a lot
10/10 Tour!
izzylanee,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The whole day was amazing! So interesting and we learnt so much . Our guide Katie went above and beyond. She was so friendly and helpful . We learnt so much and had a brillaint day. Definitely recommend this tour. Thank you Katie! From izzy and Matt x
Thank you Katie
Atta C,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Katie was an amazing guide , loved the energy and enthusiasm. Will definitely recommend
DMZ with guide Eugene
OnAir12842130747,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice tour in June You get a lot information