DMZ tour south Korea from Seoul (NK experience hall, defector)
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
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+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+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+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
Morning Tour w/ Lunch
7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall
Full-Day Tour
8.5-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at your hotel
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+NK Defector
Duration: 7 hours
with NK Defector Meet Up: DMZ + North Korean Defector Meet-up & North Korea Experience Hall
Reviews
20,470 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with a great guide!
R1858MWjessier,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fantastic experience on this tour with Jun. It was educational, funny and very engaging, and I learned so much about the history between North and South Korea. Especially the Q&A with a North Korean defector - such a sweet and inspiring lady! Jun explained everything in a clear and interesting way, making touching topics easy to understand while keeping the tour enjoyable. Highly recommended !
DMZ Tour from Seoul with AJ
Mark P,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had our DMZ Tour with AJ from Seoul City Tour and we had a lot of fun. She's a sweet and friendly lady. It was really informative and nice to meet the north Korean defector. The whole tour was planned really good and the bus ride was pleasant and convenient. We can't wait to have another tour with AJ on our next trip to South Korea.
Amazing tour and guide (AJ)
leonat829,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did my tour with AJ and she was amazing. The tour stops were great but it was her knowledge and humour that really made it special. I’d highly recommend a tour with her, she was the highlight!
Awesome tour
M8972EZnatec,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome trip quite the experience, I just wish that there was more time to see the sights, especially the observatory, but over all it was awesome. My tour guide was Lizzy and she did a really good job with giving the history surrounding the sights.
DMZ Tour
B6126AZbryceb,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great! We had enough time and were given lots of guidance and information about every spot we visited.
A good experience
shaukata2026,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed the tour very much. Although it was cold, but we werd lucky that on the day the view was very clear. Exact right amount of information about the history and the attractions so that you don't fell bored. Our tour guide was KATIE, an energetic and happy person. She did her job well. Offered to take fotos and answered our questions. We had sufficient free time to enjoy the attractions and make fotos. On the whole the tour was good and i will recomend it if you visit South Korea. S.A from Germany
So much fun, I know the history about the north and south korea. I had amazing experience in DMZ
otniely2026,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoy the tour, amazing and unforgettable experience, thank you katie for your service and information. - otn from Idn
Recommend
J6818PTayeshaa,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie from Seoul City Tour was a very energetic host and explained everything really well. She made the tour very fun.
My Review
Tourist28290212526,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I go with my wife. We were guided by Katie. She is very energetic and friendly. Her explanation about DMZ is very clear. Thankyou Katie!!!. Hadis & Raissa From Indonesja
Excelente
Leonardo P,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie was our guide during the tour, she was excellent, super lively, keeping the group with a lot of information and education.
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