Private DMZ & Imjingak Peace Gondola Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
- Visit Imjingak Park's Peace Gondola
- Learn about the Korean War history
- Enjoy panoramic views from the gondola
- Experience a traditional Korean lunch
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation to DMZ and Imjingak Park
- Guided tour of DMZ sites and Imjingak Peace Gondola
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
This DMZ morning tour includes visits to major must-see spots in the DMZ with a fully licensed and long experienced DMZ tour guide and hear enlightening commentary on very real stories of North Korea while exploring highlights such as the Dorasan Station, the Dora Observatory, the Third Infiltration Tunnel, the DMZ Theater, the Unification Bridge, Imjingak Park, and others. Explore the emotional story of two Koreas' separation at Imjingak Park and the Unification Bridge where you can enjoy the view of the DMZ and read about Korean War history. Move to Dorasan Station to see how two Koreas can be one again in the future, with this station opened and trains running. Visit Dora Observatory to have a glimpse of North Koreans' lives and villages. Walk to the Third Tunnel, which was designed to invade South Korea by tanks in secret and was disclosed by one of the North Korean defectors. At the end of the journey, have some tea and ginseng product tasting at Ginseng center and if you select the lunch option, try Bibimbap, a traditional Korean dish with rice and various ingredients, or North Korean style cold noodles, a traditional North Korean dish which was offered for both Korean leaders in the recent summit. You will head back to Seoul, near the City Hall, at around 2:00-3:00 PM depending on your selected option and the traffic.
★ Dokgae Bridge The northbound line of the railroad bridge of Gyeongui Line over Imjingang River has been left broken for nearly 70 years. The bridge used to connect Uncheon-ri, Munsan-eup and Nosong-ri, Jangdan-myeon of Paju but was destroyed by bombing during the Korean War. The bridge had been named after a village in Nosang-ri. Gyeongui Line Railroad started from Seoul and arrived at the final destination of Sinuiju adjacent to China. The railroad line was disconnected after the Korean War; as a result, South Korea lost the way to the continent, and North Korea lost the way to the Pacific. ★ Bunker Beat 131 A military underground bunker constructed during the Korean War has been changed into a unique exhibition space. You can feel the atmosphere of a military facility from the entrance. The shape of an anti-tank mine put on the stairs on the way down to the basement will make you feel frightened and nervous instantly. Walking down the stairway, you will see the situation room of the command during wartime. Military supplies used during the Korean War including firearm, canteen, helmet, and radio are on display. A helmet with many bullet holes will show you the bitterness of war.
Riding the Imjingak gondola, you can even see Camp Greaves, the filming location of the drama "Descendants of the Sun". This is the 506th Regiment where the main character of the American drama "Band of Brothers" and the main character of the World War II movie "Saving Private Ryan," were stationed in the country.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; only your group will participate.
- The tour is conducted in English; please ensure all participants understand the language.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a valid passport or ID for entry into the DMZ area.
- Ensure your camera has sufficient memory and battery life for the day's activities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
WELL DONE MOLLY !
I’m glad I decided to board the tour, it was great ! Learned a lot during the tour. Our guide Molly was just fantastic, engaged us all through the tour . WELL DONE MOLLY
Go see it all with JJ at the DMZ
Excellent experience! JJ was the star of the show, very knowledgeable and engaging. Our tour got to speak with a real live North Korean and learned about her treacherous journey to make it to freedom! Would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to discover the history of the Korean War and the DMZ.
Highly recommended experience at the DMZ
Excellent experience with guide Jackie. He's very patient and knowledgeable, shares alot of information and very attentive and helpful.
Excellent
JJ, you are amazing person, and she is excellent Gide. Thank 🙇 you Thanks JJ Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks
Poor organisation and communication, Felt ripped off and disappointed
Booked a private DMZ tour with this company, our guide was lovely and picked us up on time from our hotel in a very comfortable car. When we arrived at the DMZ Tourist area we had a 3 hour wait to board the busses. We'd explained before booking and again to the guide that we needed to be back at our hotel before 3pm. We were repeatedly told there was enough time. Guess what? There wasn't. The guide flaffed around making an alternative plan while we stood around waiting. Eventually we went on a much smaller shorter tour but ended up paying the same price. I emailed requesting a refund over the difference but my emails were ignored.