Into the DMZ: Imjingak, 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory Guided Tour
Embark on an unforgettable journey through history and heritage on our exclusive Paju DMZ tour in Korea from Seoul. Begin your adventure at Imjingak, a park symbolizing the hopes for reunification, before venturing to the historic Freedom Bridge, a poignant testament to the Korean War. You may add an optional ride on the Peace Gondola on-site for a unique perspective on this iconic landscape.
The pinnacle of the tour is an awe-inspiring visit to the 3rd Tunnel, a clandestine passageway burrowed beneath the DMZ. Cap off your day at the Dora Observatory, where you can gaze across the border into North Korean territory, a thrilling glimpse into a land veiled in mystery.
- In order to apply for DMZ area entry, please provide the following details for each traveler: 1. Nationality, 2. Passport name, 3. Passport number (indicate gender in brackets, Male/Female, after the passport num) 5. Date of birth
All participants must bring their valid passport on the tour day.
Options
Depart from Dongdaemun
Depart from DDP Station: Please be at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10 by 6.45am.
Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10, 116 Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
What's included in Into the DMZ: Imjingak, 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park
Located just 7 kilometers from the Military Demarcation Line, Imjingak is a symbolic and historical park built to console those displaced by the Korean War. The park features various monuments, including the Freedom Bridge, which once allowed repatriated prisoners of war and soldiers to cross back into South Korea. You’ll also see remnants of old trains that were stopped in their tracks by war, a poignant reminder of Korea’s division. This tranquil site offers visitors a moving introduction to the complex history between North and South Korea. You may optional on-site purchase for Paju Imjingak Peace Gondola (DMZ Gondola) ride across the Imjingang River or simply have free time around the area.
The Bridge of Freedom, a symbol of the tragedies of the Korean War, is a temporary bridge with no architecturally noteworthy element but holds significance as a representative modern heritage that symbolizes the cold war through embodying the “return to freedom.”
Dora Observatory
Situated on top of Mount Dora, this observatory allows you to look across the heavily fortified DMZ and into the mysterious terrain of North Korea. On a clear day, you can view the North Korean propaganda village, military outposts, and even daily life in the border town of Kaesong through high-powered binoculars. The observatory provides a rare and surreal experience—standing just meters from one of the most secretive countries in the world, all while learning about the reality of life on both sides of the divide.
Inclusions
- English & Chinese Speaking Guide
- DMZ Admissioin fee
- Transportation
- Meals
- Travelers Insurance
- Other Personal Expenses
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
- Infant is free of charge, no seat available.
- DMZ is a military-controlled area and may close without prior notice. In such cases, an alternative tour will be provided. Refunds will not be issued due to the closures.
- * A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- * In order to apply for DMZ area entry, please provide the following details for each traveler: 1. Nationality, 2. Passport name, 3. Passport number (please also indicate gender in brackets, Male/Female, after the passport number) 5. Date of birth
- * It is important to ensure that all information provided is accurate and matches the details on your passport. If incorrect information is provided, you may be denied entry into the DMZ area.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please be at Hongik Univ. Station Exit 3 at least 10mins before the departure time. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
