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DMZ(De-Militarized Zone)-North Korea's tbe 3rd infiltration underground tunnel) Tour
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Joined 2025
Want to learn about North Korea? Want to gain insight into inter-Korean relations?
It has been 80 years since Korea was divided, and 75 years since the Korean War broke out.
Why was Korea divided into North and South?
For the last 80 years, how have the South and the North been⁹?
What do the tunnels North Korea built to invade Korea look like, and how were they discovered?
I will answer all these questions.
Come with me!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At the lobby of your Hotel
- Where the reception desk is located.
Imjingak Peace Park
The ticketing office is located in this park. There are war monuments, relics old bridges and souvenior shops related to Korean war and the division of KOREA. You will listen to pertaining stories.
Here, as for light lunch You need to grab something to bite before going into DMZ(which is about 3 hours tour)
Going into DMZ
We will go into DMZ by tourism suttle bus (operated by provincial government).
Then, we will visit 4 places.
1) DMZ exibition hall
- watching short video clip about Korean War
- looking at relics, displays related the war
2) the infiltration tunnel
- either walking or riding monorail
(It depends on whether monorail tickets are available or not)
* monorail takes you through the inclined acess path (358m) only to the front of the entrance of the underground tunnel. Then, after the point, you have to walk in the tunnel(265m).
3) specialty products shop at unification village known as an enviromently clean village
- bean, rice, tofu related products etc
4) observatory tower
- located 1.5 km from MDL(military demarkation line), you can see North Korea area. You will listen to what are in the area.
- souvenior shop
Imjingak peace park
Return to imjingak peace park.
Then, transfer to our vehicle and go back to your Hotel.
It takes about 1 hour 15minutes more or less if there is no traffic jam to get to hotel.
Hotel
End of the tour
Ending Point
Your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Admission fee (DMZ)
Guide fee
Transportation with Hyundai Staria(2025)
Fuel cost
Parking fee
Toll fee
* meal & drink
* Travelers' insurance (Please subscribe it for you by yourself)
Tour Important Information
1. In order to book DMZ admission ticket, you need to let me know your passport details(name, birthday, passport number, nationality) in advance.
And you must have your passport (validaty should have more than 6 months) with you on the day when you enter DMZ.
2. We are not going to JSA(Joint Security Area) in DMZ. This area is prohibited for tourism.
* DMZ tour closes every Monday, a weekday Holiday, Lunar New Year day and Chuseok day(Korean thanks giving day, October 6 in case of year 2025)
* depending on on-line booking status, the meeting time & itinerary may change accordingly. In this case, I will let you know. (If no tickets afternoon, we would need to leave hotel at 07:30 ~ 08:00)
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Andy P.
I was born and raised in Seoul and completed my graduate studies here. Before becoming a tour guide, I spent many years working in the petrochemical divisions of major Korean conglomerates, developing international business projects and living as an expatriate in Indonesia and Vietnam for nearly a decade.
These experiences taught me how cultures interpret the world differently—and how meaningful communication can bridge those differences.
Over time, my passion for history, people, and storytelling grew stronger. I immersed myself in Korean history, reading extensively and studying how society, belief systems, and human relationships have evolved. This has shaped my guiding philosophy: a memorable journey comes from not only where you go, but who guides you through it.
My aim is to offer travelers an experience that is insightful, balanced, and grounded in real Korean perspectives.
Since obtaining my official tour guide certification in 2018, I’ve received many heartfelt reviews from travelers worldwide. One guest wrote:
> “Our guide Andy was exceptional. His deep knowledge of history and culture, paired with engaging storytelling, brought each site to life. His passion made our trip truly unforgettable.”
With me, you won’t just visit Korea—you’ll understand it. You’ll see the country through the eyes of someone who has lived its history, appreciates its complexities, and can connect it to the wider world with clarity and nuance.
I offer customized multi-day tours to Andong, Gyeongju, Busan, and other regions, tailored to your interests. Please contact me!
Sincerely,
Andy
*Qualification/License :
Official English interpreting tourist guide (Korea Tourism Organization)
Korean History Evaluation Test 1st Grade certificate.
Driver's license(Sedan and Van)
*Academic background :
Master degree (Business & Administration)
Bachelor's degree (engineering chemical dept.)
Reviews
Jeanette A.
“My tour with Andy P.”
Having done many overseas trips with different guides I found my best experience was with Andy. His attention to you always was kind, caring attentive & made you feel safe. his knowledge on the history, navigation etc about Sth. Korea was amazing. So with confidence when planning a trip to Sth. Korea & you need a Private guide I highly recommend him. Many thanks Andy for all your help & making my trip to Sth. Korea a great one, it will always be a good memory. Jeanette.
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Andy P.
I'm so grateful for your compliments and for telling me it was a wonderful trip. I truly enjoyed the time with you too. Thank you again for your kindness and consideration. I wish you good health and peace. I will remain the same for the future. Cheers!! ^^
Nicola G.
“Wonderful day with Andy”
We booked a last-minute tour with Andy, and he went above and beyond to make it an unforgettable experience. After we mentioned a few areas we were interested in, Andy promptly met us at our hotel—right on time—and took care of everything from there. He began by giving us a small booklet with the history of Korea and guided us through an incredible journey into the country’s past. We spent many hours together visiting historical sites, including the palace, and throughout the day he shared fascinating insights about Korean history, culture, and religion. His deep knowledge, combined with his experiences around the world, allowed him to draw thoughtful comparisons across different religions and cultures, which we found truly valuable. Andy was kind, diligent, and personable. He gave us great local tips, helped us buy ginseng, joined us for a casual meal at a convenience store, and even took many great photos of us along the way. We had a lot of fun and learned so much. We highly recommend Andy to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, engaging, and caring guide in Korea!
Andy P.
I also had a truly wonderful time with you all. I could catch your passion to learn about Korean history, culture, and religion, and I am truly grateful for that. I hope you experience Korea more deeply and create wonderful memories during the remainder of your trip. And wish you guys happiness! Cheers!
Howard P.
“Seoul Guided Tour”
Andy was incredibly knowledgeable & accommodated what we wanted to see & do perfectly, but more importantly his enthusiasm energy & care he took to make sure we had a great time was second to none. I can’t recommend him highly enough, he’s a great guide & great guy. Thanks Andy for a great day in Seoul & Incheon. Howard & Heather
Andy P.
Thank you for the time sharing with me. I really enjoyed the timw with you. I Hope that you will have wonderful and unforgetable memories from your cruise trip! And, cheers all the best including your good health and happiness. Andy
$450/ per group
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