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Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer from Seoul

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Overview

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1. The only DMZ tour in Korea led by retired military officers. Real soldiers, real stories

– Agent SJ: Special Forces Major, Iraq war veteran (707 Battalion)

– Agent Tiger: Former artillery commander with 20+ years on the front line

– Agent Eddie: Infiltration tunnel expert, DMZ briefer to U.S./Korean brass

2. The best view—chosen on the spot

We don’t guess—we decide. Each morning, we assess weather, visibility, and live CCTV to choose either Odusan or Dora Observatory, depending on which offers the clearest view into North Korea that day.

3. Compact yet powerful

Step into the most heavily armed border in the world, where history and real-time tension collide.

This compact tour skips the fluff—Half Day, No Shopping, just unforgettable insight.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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 has minimum number of guest to proceed the tour.

The total duration is including traffic hours on the bus

One of observatory which is the best view on the date to be visited.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Admission fees to DMZ

One of observatory to see north Korea territory - Odusan or Dora Observatory

Roundtrip Trasnfer from Seoul

Licensed Professional Tour Guide

Lunch

Traveler's insurance

Anything not mentioned in details

Options

Myeongdong station (Exit 8)

8:00 am departure : from Myeongdong Subway station (exit 8 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station exit 8, 125 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea

Hongik univ. station (Exit 3)

8:30 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

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