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+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 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+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+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+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
Full-Day Tour
8.5-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at your hotel
Morning Tour w/ Lunch
7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall
Reviews
19,257 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful even in the rain!
E6334HKgaryh,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lizzy is a hottie! I could spend all day listening to her speak. She has such enthusiasm. A total sweetheart. Can't wait to return!
Unique experience & insightful tour.
lokehwee,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The entire tour was very well organized from start to end; with adequate free & easy time to explore each site. Kudos to our tour guide, Felicity from Seoul City Tour, she provided clear & detailed explanations on the historic significance of each stop-over and was always ready to help take photos for guests. Two thumbs up 👍👍.
Definitely a unique experience
824anw,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was Felicity and she was a super informative and funny tour guide. Despite having a lot of people, she managed to remember everyone's names and was extremely hospitable. Very patient and cheerful as well! Overall a unique experience and I learned much about the history between the North and South. Would definitely recommend this tour!
Tour
G3639LKalinak,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super good guide loved her!! She did amazing job! English is not easy for me nyt she spoke so well that I knew what she was talking about
Dmz tour
960maisak,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved Lily our guide! The tour was amazing and we enjoyed every second. Definitely a highlight of our trip to South Korea🫰🏻
Enjoyable time!
geraldinesD5888CW,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The DMZ tour was very unique and a once in a lifetime opportunity for someone who doesn’t plan on coming to Korea often! Our tour guide Dora was very informative throughout the tour and was great at providing context and the history of the places we were visiting. I will say that you are encouraged to buy unique souvenirs at each stop (NK currency, soy bean chocolate, etc) but in no way did I feel pressured!
Resilience of Koreans
Voyage641863,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experiential understanding of DMZ; ‘burrowing’ through 3rd tunnel was invigorating but sad at the same time. Cheers to unification!
DMZ winter
gabycX6439DS,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00lots more hiking than i thought but i really enjoyed it! very beautiful but also extremely cold! Not too crowded luckily i think its the off season right now, Dora was a great tour guide I would def recommend coming if you’re interested
Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide make our experience at DMZ enjoyable. Is an eye opener for all first time visitor
novenp2025,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friendly and knowledgeable tour guide make our experience at DMZ enjoyable. Is an eye opener for all first time visitors to Korea
Solo DMZ
Roving63520920538,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was a great time, even as a solo traveller. special thanks to Felicity from Seoul city tours for being a great guide 😁😁
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