The Korean Peninsula is the only nation that is divided into 2 countries. The DMZ portrays the sadness and sorrow of the history of the separated people. On this tour, you will be taken to the DMZ, which is short for the Demilitarized Zone. You'll also get to visit the infamous Third Infiltration Tunnel and Dorasan Observatory! Let's take a look at what's more to expect!
DMZ Private Tour
Information
Operating days: Tuesday - Sunday (does not operate on Mondays)
Tour course: DMZ > Imjingak > The Third Infiltration Tunnel > Dorasan Station & Dorasan Observatory > Seaweed Museum (Hanbok rental) or Provence Village or other locations
Why We Recommend It
You can visit the DMZ, a military-armed area with historical significance and ecological value in Korea, and learn more about Korea.
Experience the pain of separation at Imjingak, the Third Infiltration Tunnels, Dorasan Observatory, and more to get more connected to the Korean peninsula!
The DMZ is hard to get to by yourself but on this tour, round-trip transportation to and from your hotel is provided!
Things to Keep In Mind
This tour is a 10-hour long private tour. The price is based on the vehicle provided so it is the same price for one person as it is for seven people.
This tour operates every Tuesday through Sunday. It does not operate on Mondays.
You must bring your passport to enter all attractions in DMZ so please being your passport.
Please input the correct name of the hotel you want to be picked up at. The hotel must be in Seoul.
This tour only includes transportation to DMZ. A guide will not be present but communication through mobile phone or app is available at all times in Chinese and English.
This tour does not include meal expenses, admission tickets, and travel insurance.
The tour itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather or traffic conditions.
If you plan to bring a stroller or wheelchair, please let help@creatrip.com in advance.
According to the Korean Road Traffic Act, children under 6 years of age must be seated in a car seat. Please input the number of car seats needed when making your reservation. There will be an additional fee charged.
Please make a reservation 2 days before your desired date.
Cancelations or full refunds are granted if requested at least 4 days before the reserved date.
To make changes to your reservation or if you have any questions about the tour, please contact help@creatrip.com.
Price
DMZ Private Tour | 360000 (1~7 people, based on 10 hours) |
Tour Itinerary
07:30 | Depart from Seoul |
09:00 ~ 13:00 | DMZ |
Imjingak | |
The Third Infiltration Tunnel | |
Dorasan Station (Closed due to COVID-19) & Dorasan Observatory | |
13:30 ~ 14:30 | Lunch |
15:30 ~ 16:30 | Seaweed Museum (Hanbok rental) or Provence Village or another location |
17:30 | Arrive in Seoul |
*Admission tickets to the attractions and meal expenses are not included in the tour.
How to Reserve
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Step 2 | Enter all required information in detail and make the full payment. Your reservation will be confirmed in 1-2 business days and a voucher will be sent. |
Step 3 | On the day of the tour, you will be picked up from the hotel you requested beforehand. Please do not be late and come to the meeting point on time. |
Step 4 | Departure |
Preview
DMZ
The DMZ is an area that cannot be armed with military force and is a demilitarized zone that stretches 2km from either side of the border. Citizens are prohibited from entering the area as it is a demilitarized area that was agreed upon when the Korean war came to a ceasefire in 1953. For over 40 years, the area has been protected from humans so the ecological environment nearby thrives to flourish without disturbance. Nowadays, only tourists are allowed to enter the area for tourism purposes.
Imjingak
Imjingak is a security tourist destination built to wish for the unification of Korea, located 7km south of the Military Demarcation Line and 54km away from downtown Seoul. There are several monuments that show Korea's desire for reunification like the North Korean Memorial, the Unification Park, and various monuments.
The Freedom Bridge at Imjingak is 83m long and is the only bridge that connects North and South Korea. The bridge was originally built to exchange prisoners of war after the Korean War, but now symbolizes the desire for unification of the Korean people.
There are over 12 military equipment and vehicles that were actually used during the Korean War displayed at Imjingak. On the train, there are real bullet holes that were shot during the war.
Every year, during the two biggest holidays in Korea, Chuseok and Seollal, Koreans come to Imjingak to yearn for their relatives in the North. Imjingak is a popular tourist attraction among foreigners as they can see the physical state of the relationship between the two Koreas in person.
The Third Infiltration Tunnel
The Third Infiltration Tunnel is the tunnel the North dug to attack the South. With a width and height of 2 meters and a length of 1,365 meters, the tunnel was extremely dangerous to the South as it is only 52 km away from Seoul. It is called the Third Infiltration tunnel because it is the third tunnel found in Korea. Now, it is a tourist attraction that is frequently visited by both Koreans and foreigners.
Dorasan Station & Dorasan Observatory
Dorasan was established in 2022 and unlike other stations, there is a North and South Korean immigration office inside. Also, the KBS Peace Music Hall was held at the Dorasan Station and was visited by Former South Korean president Kim Dae Jung and Former U.S. president George Bush.
The Dorasan Observatory is the highest point in the DMZ area and has several binoculars that look into North Korea.
Provence Village
Provence Village is a village that was opened in 1996 as a copy of a small French village. There are cute little French bistros to Korean traditional stew restaurants and also European bakeries! The village is known to really resemble a small town in France! There are a variety of shops to look through like ceramic studios, boutiques, bakeries, and more!
DMZ Private Tour
We hope that you can enjoy a private tour at the DMZ! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!
