Private DMZ Tour with North Korean Defector + N Korean Lunch
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About This Tour in Seoul
Why Visit Seoul?
Seoul, South Korea offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Seoul provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Seoul
The easiest way to reach Seoul is by flying into Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- All admission fees
- Hotel pick up
- Lunch (North Korean Food)
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Hotel Drop off
- No vegetarian option
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not allow filming or streaming of personal information
- If there are 2 or fewer participants, up to 2 additional guests may join
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
North Korean Local Food Restaurant (Operated by North... 2 hours
North Korean Local Food Restaurant (Operated by North Korean defector) Experience lunch at a North Korean cuisine restaurant run by a real North Korean defector. This restaurant, one of the few in Korea, offers at least four N Korean dishes. You can enjoy fascinating stories about North Korean cuisine firsthand from our N Korean defector guide
Experience real North Korean villages just 2km away 2 hours
Experience real North Korean villages just 2km away. Through binoculars, observe glimpses of real North Koreans' lives and see propaganda buildings erected by the North Korean government. This tour features a defector guide who will provide detailed insights into life there. Listen to guide Jun's stories of North Korea and his remarkable defection journey at the café on the 3rd floor of the observatory. You can ask him: How many approved hairstyles does a North Korean man have? What is university life like in North Korea? and hear Jun's challenging escaping journey in China and Vietnam
This park was created for the refugees who... 1 hour
This park was created for the refugees who fled North Korea during the Korean War. You'll also see the "Bridge of Freedom," temporarily constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1953 to release 12,773 S Korean prisoners of war after the war ended. Moreover, you can witness the destroyed railway bridge and the railway leading to North Korea. This path may also be the route Jun, your guide, will take back to his hometown once the Korean Peninsula is unified
(Drop-off location) Our tour concludes here 15 minutes
(Drop-off location) Our tour concludes here! This station provides quick access to central areas of Seoul such as Itaewon and Yongsan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
