Imjingak Peace Park is located just south of the Korean Demilitarized Zone and serves as the main gateway for civilian visits to the DMZ.

Here you will see monuments, war relics, and historical landmarks related to the Korean War and the division of the Korean Peninsula, including the historic Freedom Bridge used during prisoner exchanges after the war.

This is also where the ticketing and security process for the DMZ tour takes place. Since the DMZ visit operates on fixed entry schedules and lasts about three hours without a long meal break, we usually take a short brunch stop here before entering the DMZ area.

Entry into the DMZ is strictly controlled. Visitors must transfer to an official government-operated shuttle bus, as private vehicles are not allowed inside the restricted zone.

During the DMZ visit we will typically stop at three key locations:

DMZ Exhibition Hall – A short introduction to the Korean War and the division of Korea through video and historical displays.

The Third Infiltration Tunnel – A tunnel secretly built by North Korea and discovered in 1978. Visitors may either walk down the access path or use the monorail when available before entering the tunnel.

Dora Observatory – Located close to the Military Demarcation Line (MDL), this observatory allows visitors to look across the border into North Korea and understand the geography and military realities of the Korean Peninsula.

A brief stop is also made at Unification Village, a small agricultural community inside the civilian control zone known for its local specialty products.

Important notes for the DMZ visit:

• Passport is required for identity verification.

• Photography is permitted only in designated areas.

• The exact order of sites may vary depending on DMZ control schedules.

After completing the DMZ visit, we return to Imjingak Peace Park where our private vehicle will be waiting.

From there we begin the drive back to the Incheon cruise terminal. The journey typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

The schedule is carefully managed to ensure a comfortable and timely return to your cruise ship.