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Beyond the DMZ: Meet North Korean Defector & Signed Book

Location Seoul, South Korea
$150
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Seoul's cozy North Korean restaurant sets the stage for an extraordinary evening that transcends mere tourism. Engage in heartfelt conversations with Eunhee, a courageous defector who shares her remarkable journey from North Korea to freedom.

  • 🍽️ Private Small Group Experience: Enjoy an intimate dinner with a maximum of 5 guests, fostering genuine connections and meaningful dialogue.
  • 📖 Signed Copy of The Courage to Die: Each participant will receive a personally signed book, a lasting memento of this unique encounter.
  • 🥘 Savor authentic North Korean cuisine, featuring dishes that evoke Eunhee's childhood memories and cultural heritage.
  • 🗣️ Engage in open conversations about daily life in North Korea, defection, and the true meaning of freedom in a supportive environment.
  • ⏳ Experience a 2-hour immersive session that goes beyond the headlines, offering a profound understanding of North Korea and its people.
  • 🌍 Perfect for curious travelers and human rights advocates seeking deeper insights into the human experience.
  • 🚉 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the venue.
  • 👥 This experience is designed for all physical fitness levels, ensuring everyone can participate comfortably.
  • 🔒 In the event of a cancellation due to low attendance, you will be offered a different date or a full refund, ensuring peace of mind.

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Beyond the DMZ: Meet North Korean Defector & Signed Book
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Depends on your booking, it could be lunch or dinner with North Korean food
  • Personal expenses

Meeting point
The name of the restaurant is "북녘식당 친친" ▶ It is located within a 12-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.
Return details
The name of the restaurant is "북녘식당 친친" ▶ It is located within a 12-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.

Private Small Group (Max 5): Dinner, Stories & Human Connection with a North Korean Defector + Signed Book

✅ Perfect for:
Curious travelers, human rights supporters, and anyone seeking a deeper, more meaningful travel experience beyond the headlines.
Most travelers visit the DMZ.
But very few ever meet someone who has lived in North Korea.

This experience is hosted by Eunhee, a North Korean defector and author of The Courage to Die, a TEDx speaker fluent in English.

You will meet Eunhee at a cozy North Korean restaurant in Seoul and share an authentic meal she grew up with—dishes connected to real memories and everyday life.

As you dine together, she will share her personal journey—growing up in North Korea, escaping the regime, and building a new life in South Korea.

Just honest conversation, real stories, and a safe space to ask anything—from daily life to defection and the meaning of freedom.

✅ Each guest receives a signed copy of The Courage to Die—a meaningful keepsake from this experience.

In a country where many travelers are curious about North Korea, this is more than information.

It’s a rare and unique opportunity to truly understand.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This experience requires a minimum 6 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • If there aren't a minimum of 3 customers, the service may be cancelled.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • 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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    Beyond the DMZ: Meet North Korean Defector & Signed Book

    Location Seoul, South Korea
    $150
    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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