DMZ Tour (Exclusive offer: NK Defector meet up & Experience Hall)
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Since the tour doesn't include any shopping center, you can only focus the DMZ Tour.
DMZ Tour is very unique and special in Korea since Korea is the only divided country in the world.
Learn about Korea's history through educational and enjoyable tour especially with professional tour guide. Since actual DMZ is prohibited area, we will travel to near the DMZ where the travelers are allowed to travel; Imjingak Park, the 3rd infiltration tunnel, Dora Observatory, Dorasan Station, DMZ theater & Exhibition hall and Odu Unification Observatory.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
You do not need to send a copy of your passport in advance
Please follow the instructions of your tour guide about when and where you may take photos
If a part of the tour itinerary is cancelled by unexpected military conditions or local circumstances, there will be no refund
A moderate amount of walking through a steep and narrow tunnel involved - Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
If you miss the tour bus because of late or confusing tour date, there will be no refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission Fee
Expert guide
Tram
Hotel Drop Off
Gratuities
Lunch
What To Expect
DMZ
After pickup at your Seoul hotel in the morning or afternoon, drive to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). En route, your guide shares expert commentary on the dividing line between North and South Korea. Get out at Imjingak Park along the banks of Imjin River to see artillery and war artifacts that were used during the Korean conflict before proceeding to Freedom bridge, where nearly 13,000 Korean POWs crossed on their return back home to South Korea. Reboard the coach and head to the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, located beneath the border of North Korea and South Korea. See where the South Koreans have blocked the actual Military Demarcation Line with concrete barricades, and browse photographs and war artifacts at the DMZ exhibition hall. Your next stop is Dora Observatory, where you can use binoculars to get a glimpse of North Korea. Listen to your guide explain daily life in the village of Kijongdong across the river. Continue by coach to Dorasan Station, a historic spot that not only marks the division, but also serves as a gateway for exchanges between the north and south. Pass by the Unification Village, a small farming community that specialized in creating soybean milk, traditional soy sauce and corn goods.
Options
DMZ+NK Defector
Duration: 7 hours
with NK Defector Meet Up: DMZ + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:25 & AM 09:25- Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 /
AM 8:00 & AM 10:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+Lake Bridge+NK Defector
Duration: 8 hours
with NK Defector Meet Up.: 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
Duration: 8 hours
without NK Defector Meet Up: DMZ + Mt. Suspention Bridge (Red Suspension Bridge) only
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 /
AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+Lake Bridge
Duration: 8 hours
without NK Defector Meet Up.: DMZ + Lake Suspention Bridge (Majang Lake Suspension Bridge) only
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:30 - Myeongdong Station Exit No 9 / AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. Station Exit No 3
DMZ Tour only
Duration: 7 hours
without NK Defector Meet Up: DMZ Tour only
Meeting Place & Time: AM 7:25 & AM 09:25- Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 /
AM 8:00 & AM 10:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+Mt.Bridge+NK Defector
Duration: 8 hours
with NK Defector Meet Up: 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
Reviews
1,001 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DMZ Tour with Lisa from Seoul City Tour
Katherine M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa from Seoul City Tour is amazing! She is very upbeat, friendly, and informational! If you decide to do a tour I recommend asking for Lisa!
DMZ - a grounding reality check
Adventure36610022766,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic experience with Soul City Tour. Our friendly tour guide AJ was the best - knowledgeable, engaging and funny. Her tour style was a nice balance given the somber atmosphere. Definitely recommend this tour if you visiting Seoul!
Enjoyable November-day daytour!
gerdinandk,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a 7 hour DMZ tour here last minute and were on the road with AJ, an incredible upbeat tour guide who told plentybof interesting stories and is just a very welcoming person and who speaks English very well. I enjoyed it! Ibwould recommend the q&a session as well since it gives a really unique insight into North Korean life!
DMZ Tour with AJ
420lib,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was great. AJ the tour guide had answers to all the questions we asked and she was really nice and energetic person! The group was really diverse so there is something for everyone I can totally recommend!!
Entertaining, historical a fun day!
AaronandLiza,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ from Seoul City Tour was really good tour guide. Filled fully of interesting stories, kept us entertained from start to finish. Very kind nature and funny.
Had a great trip with Lisa from Seoul City Tours
hilarysH7810OV,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa from Seoul City Tours is awesome! She was super knowledgeable and engaging and made the trip both educational and fun. She also did a great job keeping our large group organized. I couldn’t have hoped for a better guide.
AJ from Seoul city tour
439semihy,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AJ from Seoul city tour was the best guide I've ever had. She have so much positive energy and vibe! I will recommend her to my friends!
Good tour
Maps08824963583,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lizzy was an amazing tourgide! En the tour was really insightfull! The meeting with the north korean defector was really interesting i reccomend!
Worth your time and money
xhidex33,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had to change our trip date last minute per the tour group but it worked out! We saw everything we wanted to see, and it was very fun. Laura our guide was so kind and helpful. She has the patience of a saint.
Lizzy super guide !
JeanMattio,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very interesting and one of my favorite day during my trip in Korea. I was delighted to be guided by the super Lizzy, she was particularly joyful and explained a lot about Korean history and culture. Thanks a lot again for everything !
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