DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up from Seoul
- North Korean Defector: Meet a defector who shares their courageous story of escape from North Korea
- Experience Hall: Watch a short documentary and explore exhibits that reveal life inside the reclusive regime
- DMZ Tour: Journey from Seoul to the Demilitarized Zone, a symbol of Korea’s division
- Third Tunnel: Enter a secret infiltration tunnel dug by North Korea beneath the border
- Dora Observatory: Gaze across the border into North Korea from a strategic viewing point
Options
[North Korean Defector Meet up] DMZ Tour
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance
hotel drop off
Additional Info
Free for children aged 0-1
All guests are required to bring a valid passport. Military ID or Alien Registration Card (ARC) is also acceptable
Please note: No refunds or rescheduling will be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. Missing the bus will be considered a no-show
The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued
What's included in DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up from Seoul
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 07:25, 09:25. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Myeongdong Subway Station Exit 9 at 07:25 AM / 09:25AM.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:00, 10:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3 at 08:00 AM / 10:00 AM.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Transportation] By bus
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Imjingak Park, steam locomotive, Mangbaedan, Bridge of Freedom, Imjingak Park.Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, North Korea Experience Hall, Meet up with REAL North Korean Defector
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, DMZ Tour, Dora Observatory, 3rd Infiltration Tunnel
- [Return] at City Hall Station, You can choose to return at the following times: 14:00, 16:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Discover the Ultimate DMZ Experience – Including a Rare Meeting with a North Korean Defector
Embark on a one-of-a-kind DMZ journey that goes beyond the typical tour. This exclusive experience includes a rare and moving encounter with a North Korean defector who bravely escaped from one of the most isolated regimes in the world. Gain insights that no standard DMZ tour can offer.
You’ll also visit the North Korea Experience Hall, where you’ll watch a powerful short film and engage in a live Q&A session with the defector.
Tour Highlights:
- Imjingak Peace Park
- North Korea Experience Hall ↳ 10-minute documentary & live Q&A with a North Korean defector
- The Third Infiltration Tunnel
- Dora Observatory
- Unification Village
- Suspension Bridge (optional)
Please be ready 5 minutes in advance so that you don't miss the bus
[DMZ tour] 8am tour
- AM7:25 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9
- AM8:00 - Hongik Univ. Station exit no 3
10am tour
- AM9:25 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9
- AM10:00 - Hongik Univ. Station exit no 3
[DMZ tour with suspension bridge]
- AM7:30 - Myeongdong subway station exit no 9
- AM8:00 - Hongik Univ. Station exit no 3
Meet
Venues
- Four B DMZ
