DMZ Tour: NK Defector Meet up, 3rd Tunnel & Suspension Bridge
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Learn about Korea’s divided history at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on a half-day tour, led by an informative guide. In the morning or afternoon, travel from Seoul to the DMZ, where the country has been split since the Korean War, to visit fascinating sites such as Imjingak Park, the Freedom bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel and the DMZ exhibition hall. At Dora Observatory, you can even peer through binoculars to observe village life in North Korea.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
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
Please contact the local operator for exact pickup time
Incheon is not available for pick up
If the tour is cancelled due to military issue or some unexpected issue, we will provide alternative course related with DMZ. / No refund
Chinese / japanese tour requires minimum 3 people. If we don't meet the minimum pax, the tour will be in English
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your friendly guide will come to pick you at your centrally located hotel in Seoul in the pointed schedule. After all guests are collected, you will be transfer directly to DMZ.
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.
What‘s Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission Fee
Knowledgeable guide
Gratuities
Tram
Hotel pick up drop Off
Breakfast
Lunch
Options
Full-Day Tour
8.5-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at your hotel
DMZ Tour Only
Duration: 6 hours
only DMZ Tour : Imjingak park , Dora Observatory, 3rd Tunnel included
Suspension bridge and North Korean meet up are not included
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
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
Morning Tour w/ Lunch
7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall
DMZ+Lake Suspension Bridge
Lake Suspension Bridge : pick up is available below AM 7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+Red Suspension Bridge
Mountain Suspension Bridge : pick up is available below AM 7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9 AM 8:00 - Hongik Univ. subway station exit no 3
DMZ+NK Defector
Duration: 7 hours
with NK Defector Meet Up: DMZ + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Reviews
21,184 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Choose GRACE for great understanding and context
Mobile10910348489,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00GRACE was awesome!!!! GRACE gives history, context, and sensitivity to understanding the genesis of this great nation!
Impressive experience
Slaïem B,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice host and visit, we appreciated the explanations and the program ! Thank you Grace for these great moments, viva Korea !
10/10 DMZ experience with suspension bridge
S8197LNjoshuah,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace was an amazing tour guide! Very informative on all aspects of the DMZ. She went above and beyond as a tour guide and would definitely recommend her if you plan on doing a trip to the DMZ
Awesome trip
GoPlaces07845711951,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is seamless and insightful. Grace is a nice and energetic tour guide who always ensures the trip and memorable. Definitely recommended if you have trip in Korea
Great! 🌟
cristianabQ9667IJ,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace is a lovely person and a great tour guide. Charming, funny and bubbly, she made the experience a great one! She provided us with a lot of info, she is well prepared and knowledgeable and very friendly and attentive. 5 stars! 🌟
DMZ Tour (with Grace, Seoul City Tour)
20chinj,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace from Seoul City Tour was a great tour guide and made our experience to the DMZ very insightful! - Chin & Jocelyn, Singapore
Grace unnie is very very good! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
ashleybeatrxa,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grace unnie is very good! Highly recommended and very engaging! 🫰🏽
DMZ tour
xeno465,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa from seoul city tour was amazing. Really insightfull and was a very nice person. She helped explain the context of alot of the different landmarks and explained the history very well. Can highly reccomend doing this tour as it was unique and a great way to see the DMZ and learn more about korean history.
DMZ
Departure57063701248,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lisa Seoul City Tour has given us a great experience during the trip, she really care about the tour members and also has good knowledge about the places
Highlight of my South Korea trip.
G549DZmiked,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you to Lisa from Seoul City Tour. Was a great day. Her passion for doing these tours is evident and she kept everybody engaged. Especially impressed that we left each location on time rounding everyone up to get on the bus! Definite highlight of my South Korea trip.
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