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Seoul: DMZ with Retired Military Officer & North Korean Defector

Location Seoul, South Korea
$50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The DMZ Tour by PLK Travel offers a unique perspective of the Korean Peninsula, led by retired military officers with firsthand experience. This half-day tour provides an authentic insight into one of the world’s most heavily fortified borders.

  • 👮‍♂️ Meet real heroes: Led by military veterans, including a Special Forces Major and a 31-year ROK intelligence officer, sharing their unique stories and insights.
  • 🌍 Clear views of North Korea: Enjoy panoramic views from Dorasan and learn about the area’s history from expert guides.
  • 📅 Half-day itinerary: A compact tour focused on delivering rich historical context without unnecessary shopping stops.
  • 🚍 Convenient pickup: Groups of 10 or more enjoy free hotel pick-up, ensuring a hassle-free start to your adventure.
  • 🕗 Departure from Myeongdong: Tour begins at 8:00 am from Myeongdong Subway Station (Exit 8), providing easy access for travelers.
  • 🔍 Explore the DMZ: Visit significant historical sites like the Bridge of Freedom and Mangbaedan Altar before entering the DMZ area.
  • 🕳️ Walk through the Third Tunnel: Experience the thrill of walking through the 3rd Invasion Tunnel, a significant site of military history.
  • 👀 Visit the Dora Observatory: Gain access to stunning views of the Gaeseong Industrial Complex and Songhaksan Mountain, witnessing North Korea firsthand.
  • 📜 Includes essential services: Enjoy a licensed professional tour guide, roundtrip transfers from Seoul, and admission fees to the DMZ.
  • 💼 Traveler's insurance: Coverage included for a worry-free experience during your visit.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Myeongdong station (Exit 8)
8:00 am departure : Group tour departing from Myeongdong Subway station (exit 8 outside)
Starting point:
Myeongdong subway station exit 8, 125 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Licensed Professional Tour Guide
  • Roundtrip Trasnfer from Seoul
  • *For groups of 10 +, free hotel pick-up is included*
  • Admission fees to DMZ
  • Anything not mentioned in details
  • Traveler's insurance
  • Lunch

Meeting point
Hongik univ. subway station (Exit #3 outside)
Myeongdong subway station (Exit # 8 outside)
Return details
Hongik univ. subway station (Exit #3 outside)
Myeongdong subway station (Exit # 8 outside)

  • DMZ
    Before we go into DMZ area and do ID Check, will look through Bridge of Freedom, Mangbaedan Altar which is historical sites related to Korean War.
  • The Third Tunnel
    ■DMZ(Demilitarized Zone) The 3rd Invasion Tunnel. This is walking course into the tunnel. Take your step into the 3rd tunnel which is one of thrilling tunnel as close to 1.95 meters high, 2.1 meters wide and 1,635 meters long. It was thought to be more threatening as an invasion tool than the 1st and 2nd Tunnels.
  • Dora Observatory
    It's the northern-most point of the western front, and offers the chance to see Gaeseong Industrial Complex and Songhaksan Mountain in a single view. Take a look at North Korea Territory with your eyes for real!
  • Meet a North Korean defector, hear a real escape story and join a live Q&A. Learn the reality of North Korean society through a critical lecture, then explore rare items of North Korea.
  • It was destroyed by U.S. forces during the Korean War in 1950 to block the Chinese advance while transporting UN supplies northward—now a lasting symbol of war and division. The locomotive still bears over 1,200 bullet holes and visible scars from bombings

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Schedule and details can be changed due to unexpected situations including military training schedule changes, traffic, weathers
  • It has minimum number of guest to proceed the tour.
  • The total duration is including traffic hours on the bus
  • One of observatory which is the best view on the date to be visited.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Seoul: DMZ with Retired Military Officer & North Korean Defector

    Location Seoul, South Korea
    $50
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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