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DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk 2
The 3rd Tunnel 3
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk 4
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By Cosmojin Agency

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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Walk the tense border between North and South Korea and hear a first-hand storey from someone who lived it. This DMZ tour from Seoul includes major sites such as the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, Dora observatory, Freedom Bridge, and Imjingak Park. The highlight is a rare face-to-face meeting with a North Korean defector, offering insight into life in the North, their escape, and a human view of Korea’s division.

    ☑ Interview with North Korean Defector (Exclusive)
    Cosmojin is the only operator offering an in-person session with a North Korean defector, providing perspectives unavailable elsewhere.

    ☑ DMZ Key Sites
    Visit Imjingak Park, the 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Freedom Bridge, & optionally the Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge.

    ☑ Expert Guides
    Our guides — including Ron Han and Jackie — are known for their knowledge, passion, and engaging storytelling.

    ☑ Comfortable Round-Trip Transport
    Enjoy a smooth ride in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with convenient return service from Seoul.

Activity location

  • Seoul
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • City Hall Station Exit 7
    • 92 Sejong-daero
    • 04525, Sejong-daero, Seoul, South Korea

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[DMZ Tour] Myeongdong

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours
DMZ Tour: Defector Interview and Suspension Bridge are not included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€35.74
€33.95 x 1 Adult€33.95
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The previous price was €35.74 and current price is €33.95
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[DMZ Tour] Hotel Pick UP

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours
Essential DMZ Tour: ☑ Defector Interview and Suspension Bridge are not included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€42.88
€40.74 x 1 Adult€40.74
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The previous price was €42.88 and current price is €40.74
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[DMZ+NK Defector] Myeongdong

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Face to Face with NK Defector: Face-to-face conversation with a North Korean defector / DMZ tour with expert commentary
Pick up Time & Location /
Duration: 7 hours: DMZ Highlights
Includes DMZ Exhibition Hall ,Dora Observatory, 3rd Tunnel, Imjingak Park

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€43.78
€41.59 x 1 Adult€41.59
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The previous price was €43.78 and current price is €41.59
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[DMZ+NK Defector]Hotel PIck UP

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours
DMZ Tout wih N.K Defector: Face to Face with NK Defector: Face-to-face conversation with a North Korean defector
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€49.14
€46.68 x 1 Adult€46.68
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The previous price was €49.14 and current price is €46.68
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[DMZ+NK Defector+Mt.Bridge]

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

[Best Seller] Defector+Bridge: Meet a North Korean Defector (Exclusive)
Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge for amazing views!)
Pick up Time & Location /
Duration: 9 hours: DMZ Highlights
Includes DMZ Exhibition Hall ,Dora Observatory, 3rd Tunnel, Imjingak Park
/: Best for those wanting a full-day historical + nature combo

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€55.39
€52.62 x 1 Adult€52.62
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The previous price was €55.39 and current price is €52.62
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[DMZ+Defector+Bridge] Pick Up

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

[DMZ+NK Defector+Mt.Bridge] : [Hotel Pick Up] Defector+Bridge: Meet a North Korean Defector (Exclusive)
Mt. Gamak Suspension Bridge for amazing views!
Duration: 9 hours
/: Best for those wanting a full-day historical + Nature combo
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€62.54
€59.41 x 1 Adult€59.41
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The previous price was €62.54 and current price is €59.41
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NEW!!![DMZ & Gyeongbok Palace]

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

DMZ + Gyeongbokgung : Please note that Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays. On Tuesdays, the tour will visit Deoksugung Palace instead.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission fees included

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€62.54 x 1 Adult€62.54
Total
Price is €62.54

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Interview with North korean defector
  • Inclusions
    Gamaksan Suspension Bridge visit (if selected)
  • Inclusions
    English Guide with DMZ licence
  • Inclusions
    All Fees and Taxes
  • Inclusions
    Gyeongbokgung Palace visit (if selected)
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Lunch & Personal Expense

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Comfortable shoes are required to enter 3rd infiltration tunnel.
    • If there’s an unannounced military training or official event in the DMZ, the tour will be replaced with a tour of Tomorrow's Whistle-Bunker Beat 131-Odusan Unification Tower-The War memorial of Korea
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel (only original, No copy)
    • 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, or cancel the tour.
    • The itinerary and details may be adjusted in response to unexpected changes such as DMZ military schedules, traffic, or weather conditions.
    • No changes or refunds will be given for those who fail to arrive on time for departure, regardless of the reason.
    • DMZ is military area and can be closed suddenly without any notice. If it happens, alternative tour will be provided and no refunds.
    • Visiting the 3rd Tunnel is not recommended for those with heart conditions or other serious medical issues due to its physically demanding nature.
    • Tour duration time might be changed depends on site and traffic condition.
    • Lunch Notice: Please note that there is no designated meal break during the tour. During the short free time at Imjingak or Dora Observatory, you may purchase a light meal or snacks at the available cafeterias. You are also welcome to bring your own food, as long as it does not have a strong smell or cause discomfort to other guests.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Seoul

  • 1h
Meet your guide at the designated meeting place. Once all guests have arrived, you'll be transferred directly to the DMZ.

Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park

  • 1h
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)

Bridge on Imjingang River, crossed by 13,000 POWs in 1953 during the Korean War, symbolises their "return to freedom."

DMZ

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Korea's DMZ (Demilitarised 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. DMZ Theatre The DMZ Theatre, often located within or near the DMZ Exhibition Hall in DMZ serves as an immersive storytelling space where visitors can deepen their understanding of the Korean Demilitarised Zone and its significance. The theatre offers a mix of educational and emotional experiences through carefully curated audiovisual content. DMZ Exhibition Hall An informative and symbolic space designed to educate visitors about the Korean Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), a unique buffer zone that separates North and South Korea. This exhibition hall is situated near the DMZ, offering a closer look at the history, conflict, and aspirations for peace on the Korean Peninsula.

The Third Tunnel

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

Dora Observatory

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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

  • 5m
Imjingak Pyeonghwa Nuri Park ( Pass By)

Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
[OPTION] The Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, once Korea's longest suspension bridge at 220 metres, 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.

Myeongdong / Namdaemun

  • 1h
Tour duration time might be changed depends on site and traffic condition.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
[Option] After exploring the DMZ, continue your journey with a guided tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the largest and most famous royal palace in Seoul. Palace admission is included. Please note that Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced with Deoksugung Palace on those days.

Location

Activity location

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    Seoul
    • Seoul, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    City Hall Station Exit 7
    • 92 Sejong-daero
    • 04525, Sejong-daero, Seoul, South Korea

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