DMZ Insider Tour: 3rd Tunnel, NK Defector Meet& Suspension Bridge
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This is operated by PLK Travel -the BEST DMZ tour agency. Award-winning PLK Travel — 2024 Viator Experience Award Winner
During tour,
**Unique & Unforgettable experience meeting a North Korean defector**: Meet a North Korean defector and hear her raw, firsthand escape story, where survival was never guaranteed. Then join a live Q&A to ask anything and get honest answers about life on the other side of the border.
**Explore Korea’s DMZ: Visit the 3rd Invasion Tunnel, Dora Observatory** with views into North Korean territory, Unification Village, and other key sites.
**Enhance your tour with optional experiences**: visit a** Suspension Bridge at Lake Majang or Mt. Gamaksan,** once fierce Korean War battlefields, now offering breathtaking panoramic views. Or choose the Korean Traditional Boat option and cruise along the Imjin River.
**Free hotel pick-up is included for groups of 10 or more.**
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Schedule and details can be changed due to unexpected situations including military training schedule changes, traffic, weathers
It is not recommended/restricted to those who have health issue
On Mondays, the DMZ tour visits **2nd Tunnel** instead of 3rd Tunnel
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
DMZ
Meet a North Korean defector and hear her raw, firsthand escape story, where survival was never guaranteed. Then join a live Q&A to ask anything and get honest answers about life on the other side of the border. Before we go into DMZ area and do ID Check, will look through Mangbaedan Altar which is historical sites related to Korean War.
The Third Tunnel
■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.
What‘s Included
Admission fees to DMZ
*For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*
Roundtrip Trasnfer from Seoul
Licensed Professional Tour Guide
Lunch
Travel insurance
Anything not mentioned in details
Options
[DMZ+Lake Bridge] Hongdae Stn
Duration: 9 hours
DMZ + Lake Bridge: Departure from Hongik Univ. Subway Station - Exit 3 outside
Starting point:
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3, 183 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ Essential] Myeongdong stn
Duration: 6 hours: Expected drop off time is 2:00 or 4:00pm roughly depending on your departure time.
DMZ only Tour: 7:00 or 9:00AM departure from Myeongdong Subway station (Exit 5 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station Exit 5, 115 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ+Mt. Bridge] Myeongdong
Duration: 9 hours
DMZ+Mt. Bridge: Departure from Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 8 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station exit 8, 125 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ Essential] Hongdae stn.
Duration: 6 hours: This is DMZ only tour. Expected drop off time is 1:30 or 3:30 pm roughly depending on your departure time.
DMZ Only Tour: 7:30 or 9:30 AM Departure from Hongik Univ. Subway Station - Exit 3 outside
Starting point:
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3, 183 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ+Lake Bridge] Myeongdong
Duration: 9 hours
DMZ+Lake Bridge: Departure from Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 8 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station exit 8, 125 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ+Mt. Bridge] Hongdae Stn
Duration: 9 hours
[DMZ+Mt. Bridge] : Departure from Hongik Univ. Subway Station - Exit 3 outside
Starting point:
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3, 183 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ+Time leap Boat]Hongdae
Duration: 9 hours: DMZ + Boat Tour
* Including Boat riding at Imjin River forbidden to access last 50 years after Korean War
DMZ + Boat (Hongdae): Hongik Univ. subway station (Exit 3 outside)
Starting point:
Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3, 183 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
[DMZ+Time leap Boat]Myeongdong
Duration: 9 hours: DMZ + Boat Tour
* Including Boat riding at Imjin River forbidden to access last 50 years after Korean War
DMZ + Boat (Myeongdong): Myeongdong subway station (Exit 5 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station Exit 5, 115 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Reviews
21,914 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The DMV In-Depth
Gabe M,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Julie (PLK Travel) was our guide, and she was excellent, both in terms of describing the history of Korea leading up to the creation of the DMZ, and framing the painful humanity of the separation of families caused by this event, as well. Having lived in the US for a while, her English was excellent, so comprehension wasn't an issue at all, as it sometimes can be on tours in foreign lands. And her explanation of the "comfort girls" and the horrid atrocities they faced at the hands of the Japanese invaders was moving, (especially in this day and age, with the crimes being uncoved by the Epstein Investigation, even as they pale by comparison, ugly as they are!) Also, having a North Korean defector speak to us about her ordeal was fascinating and compelling, as well. And, Julie was very helpful in that part of our itinerary as a facilitator, fielding our questions to that former North Korean. On the so-so side, the buffet lunch stop was okay - acceptable for the price, but nothing special. My only regret was that I wish we could have taken photos of North Korea from the Nora Observatory. That would have been a big plus, but I understand that's a military decision (for whatever reason) and out of the hands of Viator and PLK Travel.) Overall, I'd recommend this tour to anyone with an interest in learning more about the recent history (past 70-100 years) and culture of Korea, (that is, if they get a guide as passionate and as knowledgeable about the subject as Julie).
Funny and informative!
charlottenG4073OB,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the trip spontaneously and we were not disappointed! Dennis our Guide is very funny, charming and knows a lot historical facts! I learned a lot in an amusing way so i’ll definitely not forget! We had lots of time to stroll around on our own, my favourites were the red bridge and the tunnel - great view and really funny to walk with a helmet underground (wouldn’t recommend if scared of heights or claustrophobic haha) xD . loved the experience!! 🫰🏻🫰🏻
Lovely and fun! Perfect!
Q4023EFvivianab,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Denise was super informative and profesional while keeping a fun and joyfull environment regardless of the serious nature of this tour. Learned a lot and had a lot of fun 😊 He also gave us just enough time to roam around on our own and still make it in time :) I believe that it was thanks to his attitude that despite being quite a few people a beautiful atmosphere formed and people that just met today looked like long time friends Thanks Denis!
DMZ tour
debraaR7112FR,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic time on the DMZ tour. It was incredibly informative and well organised from start to finish. Our tour guide, Dennis, was extremely knowledgeable and explained the history in a way that was both engaging and easy to understand. He kept things interesting with humour at the right moments, but was also respectful and serious when discussing the more sensitive and emotional parts of the history. His empathy and understanding of the significance of the DMZ really stood out. I learned so much and would highly recommend this tour — especially with Dennis as your guide.
Very Informative Tour
billcB3032EK,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dennis from plk travel was very funny, witty, and informative for the trip. The Korean history related to DMZ was also very interesting to know. I would recommend this trip for anyone who wants to know about Korea, besides K-pop or k drama.
dmz & Mt.Gamaksan suspension bridge tour with Dennis
vytaut 2026,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dennis tour was very nice! This guide is funny, gave us interesting stories, also very charismatic. The trip was unforgettable! Highly recommended 🫶🏼
Dennis Number 1!!
709ignacioo,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dennis was amazing, he managed to teach everyone the Korean history and at the same time maintain a very funny style. No one can get bored with him
Excellent trip to the DMZ with a competent and entertaining guide
Fuhr 07,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We Got to see and know a lot about the Korean History and the DMZ, Dennis was a fantastic guide! We are very satisfied with the trip and the value.
We like Dennis
zaynat2026,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dennis was really informative and friendly. We liked the tour, it was from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. We did the suspension bridge and loved it. The tunnel is steep and I have asthma so I had to take a lot of breaks, there are seats in the tunnel for this. 10/10
DMZ tour
K9304TXjuliettem,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent, the guide (Dennis) is very funny and explains a lot of things very clearly 감사합니다 🫰
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