Korea DMZ Tour (North Korean Meet up&Suspension Bridge optional)
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‘s Included
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned coach
Admission Fee
Hotel pickup
Knowledgeable guide
Gratuities
Tram
Hotel Drop Off
Breakfast
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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.
Options
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
Pickup included
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
Pickup 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
Full-Day Tour
8.5-hour tour;
Departs 7:30am;
Concludes at your hotel
Pickup included
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+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
Morning Tour w/ Lunch
7-hour tour; Departs 7:30am; Concludes at City Hall
Reviews
17,415 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was a very interesting...
Mathilde C,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a very interesting tour, and the tour guide Katie was very energetic, sweet and funny. I can highly recommend. - M. from Denmark
Great tour with knowledgeable guide!
Caroline H,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Erica’s tour was excellent! She was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I ended up sharing some of her facts with people I overheard from another tour whose guide hadn’t covered as much. We also got lucky with perfect views at the observatory. Highly recommend!
Worth the visit if you get AJ - Seoul City Tour
Jennifer A,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00I visited the DMZ with Seoul City Tour on a cold and wet day. Visibility was low from the observation tower and yet this was still an extraordinary and moving experience. This is a place you have to see in person to really understand. And yes, you can see life in North Korea. Our tour guide, AJ, was a wealth of information, personable, and funny. Her pacing and explanations were perfect. She sprinkled jokes throughout her presentations and made you feel like you were traveling with a group of friends. AJ also shared images during and after the tour to ensure we were all understanding what we were seeing and experiencing. I wouldn’t have known a quarter of what I do know about the DMZ if I were with a less fun and knowledgeable tour guide. Be forewarned that trekking the 3rd infiltration tunnel is a work out, but it’s a highlight of the tour. Your legs will be sore after the steep 400 long meter descent underground to the depth of 72m below group. You may also get coal on your clothing. Your feet will get wet. You will need water afterwards. Do it anyway. Should you visit the DMZ? If you like history and want to better understand the relationship between the North and South, yes, absolutely.
Excellent DMZ Tour Guide!
Helen M,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chloe from Seoul City Tours was incredibly knowledgeable and pleasant. We had a scheduling mishap (my fault) and she was beyond helpful in ensuring our group of 7 caught up with the tour. Chloe’s sunny sense of humor was deeply appreciated by the entire tour group. The bus driver was also excellent. 1000% recommend Chloe and Seoul City Tours. Thanks to Chloe for the unforgettable DMZ experience!
Insightful trip to the DMZ
Emily J,
Oct 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00A jam packed day in the DMZ. Note that due to military activity some aspects may change last minute. All went to plan for us which meant we had a quite tight schedule at each stop. It was a little rushed but understandable to fit it all in. The highlights were the Q&A with the North Korean defector and seeing into North Korea from the observatory. Our guide Yoon was excellent.
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