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Korea's Divide: DMZ & Defector Experience

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Highlights

[Explore the DMZ with North Korean defector& Suspension bridge Tour from Seoul]


 Exclusive Insights: Dive into the mysterious world of North Korea through vivid tales delivered by defectors themselves, providing an exclusive and deeply personal glimpse into the realities of life across the border.


 Key Locations: Visit significant DMZ sites including Dora Observatory, Dorasan Station, Imjingak Park, and the Third Tunnel, along with the often-missed Gamaksan Chulleong Suspension Bridge.


 Expert Guidance: Our tour guides, who specialize in national security, offer engaging commentary and deep historical insights into the Korean War and the complex international dynamics.


 Comfort and Safety: Enjoy the comfort of traveling in an air-conditioned bus and rest assured with our commitment to safety first, ensuring a secure and enlightening journey.

Itinerary

  • Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Imjingak, a symbol of Korean reunification desire, is a unique theme park featuring rides alongside barbed wire fences. It houses historical relics like the Freedom Bridge, used by 13,000 POWs for freedom, and a steam locomotive smokestack from the Korean War, abandoned for 55 years.

  • Bridge of Freedom(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Mangbaedan Bridge on Imjingang River, crossed by 13,000 POWs in 1953 during the Korean War, symbolizes their "return to freedom."

  • DMZ

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Korea's DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) is a military demarcation zone between North and South Korea, where military activities are prohibited. It remains a significant symbol of division on the Korean Peninsula since the Korean War.

  • The Third Tunnel

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    The DMZ tour's highlight includes exploring a North Korean tunnel, possibly for military purposes, with the 3rd tunnel extending 435 meters into South Korea. Visitors can also watch a documentary, view Korean War relics, and learn about the tunnel's discovery.

  • Dora Observatory

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Dora Observatory provides a close-up view of North Korea, including Gaeseong City and the Gaeseong Industrial Complex. Visitors can also see a fake North Korean border village called "Propaganda Village," where lights are manipulated to create the illusion of activity.

  • Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park (Pass By)

  • Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    [OPTION] The Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, once Korea's longest suspension bridge at 220 meters, offers stunning views over Silmari Valley. Opened in 2016, it's a popular spot for its scenic beauty and thrilling experience, enhancing the hiking journey to Gamaksan Mountain.

What's included

INCLUDED

Interview with North Korean Defector
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Certified English Guide

NOT INCLUDED

Travel insurance
Lunch
Anything not mentioned in details

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All participants must bring passport
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Comfortable shoes such as sneakers, are recomendable
The Mt. Suspension Bridge tour option requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If the required minimum is not met, we will inform you of the need to revise, change the tour.
DMZ is military area and can be closed suddenly without any notice. If it happens, alternative tour will be provided and no refunds.
No changes or refunds will be given for those who fail to arrive on time for departure, regardless of the reason.

Location

Address
481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Provider

Cosmojin Agency

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