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Gyeonggi Private Tour -

Private DMZ Tour + Suspension Bridge or Aegibong Starbucks – Free Photography Service

Highlights
Car Tour (driving guide)
Gyeonggi Tour Guide - Thomas K.

Joined 2021

Thomas K.
5.00 / 5
(60 reviews)
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Gyeonggi
English, Korean (Native)
9 hrs 30 mins
Private tour (only you and Thomas K.)
Up to 6 people

Discover the reality of Korea as the only divided country in the world. On this private tour to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), you’ll visit key sites such as Imjingak, Freedom Bridge, the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, and Dora Observatory—where you can view North Korea. After lunch, choose one scenic stop: a suspension bridge or a unique observatory café. Transportation and professional photo service are included to capture this unforgettable day.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

08:00 AM

Hotel Pickup

Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 8:00 AM. Please be ready 5–10 minutes in advance for a prompt departure.

09:30 AM

DMZ Tour Highlights

Imjingak Peace Park: A symbolic site just outside the DMZ, featuring war memorials, the Freedom Bridge, and Mangbaedan — an altar where separated families honor ancestors across the border.


The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel: A 1.6 km tunnel dug by North Korea, discovered in 1978. Visitors descend by walkway or monorail to view part of the tunnel (no photography allowed inside).


Dora Observatory: A panoramic viewpoint to see North Korea’s propaganda village and Kaesong Industrial Complex.


Unification Village (Tongilchon): A small farming village within the Civilian Control Line, known for its symbolic role and peaceful atmosphere.

01:00 PM

Lunch

Enjoy a local Korean meal at a nearby restaurant.

Vegetarian and Halal food options available upon request.

02:30 PM

Optional Scenic Stop

Choose one:


- Gamaksan Suspension Bridge: Light hiking with mountain views


- Majang Lake Bridge: Leisurely lakeside walk


-Aegibong Starbucks Observatory: Unique café with views across the border


Let your guide know your preferred option in advance or on the day of the tour.

05:30 PM

Return to Seoul

After your chosen optional stop, sit back and enjoy a comfortable drive back to Seoul. Drop-off at your hotel is expected between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM, depending on traffic conditions and selected route.

Ending Point

Your hotel in Seoul

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Private guide fee

- Free private transportation (minivan), including fuel, tolls, and parking

- Complimentary professional photo service (taken with high-resolution camera)

- One bottle of mineral water per person

What‘s not included

- DMZ Tour tickets(KRW9,200, about USD6.5 p/p)

- Meals and drinks (except one bottle of mineral water, which is provided)

- Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, etc.)

- Travel insurance

Tour Important Information

- The DMZ tour is closed on Mondays.

- Please note that the DMZ tour is subject to cancellation without notice due to changes in inter-Korean relations.

- This tour does not include the JSA (Joint Security Area).

- Departure time may be adjusted to 7:00 AM during peak season or on weekends.

- Please make sure to leave the passport name, nationality, gender, and date of birth for each participant in the message box in order to reserve the DMZ tour shuttle bus.

- You will travel by private van to Imjingak, then transfer to the official DMZ shuttle bus. The DMZ portion takes about 3 hours.

- Visitors with respiratory conditions, claustrophobia, or severe knee/back problems may not be able to enter the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel.

-This tour includes moderate walking on gentle slopes. Please wear comfortable shoes.

- The van is best suited for up to 5 adults, but can accommodate up to 7 people if children are included (may be tight).

- Please let me know in advance if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions.

- This is a private tour — only your group will join.

Please note that the DMZ tour is subject to cancellation without notice due to changes in inter-Korean relations.

Important message from the supplier

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or special requests. I’m flexible with tour arrangements and happy to customize the itinerary based on your interests. Let’s plan a comfortable and memorable trip together!

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
Gyeonggi Tour Guide - Thomas K.

Joined 2021

Thomas K.
5.00 / 5
(60 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Thomas K.

Hi, I’m Thomas — a licensed tour guide based in Seoul since 2016.


With nearly 30 years of experience as a personnel manager at a major company, I’ve learned how to understand people and provide thoughtful service. Now, as your private tour guide, I’m here to help you discover Korea your way — at your own pace and based on your interests.


Whether you're into history, culture, food, or hidden local gems, I’ll tailor your tour just for you. Simply let me know what you’d like to see, do, or eat, and I’ll take care of the rest.


ㅁ What I offer:


- Fully customized private tours

-Free transportation (van service included)

- Free professional photo service (with high-quality camera)

- Comfortable, safe, and memorable experiences


Let’s make your time in Korea unforgettable — and I’ll be there to capture it through photos you’ll treasure.


Thank you, and I look forward to meeting you!

Reviews

“Excellent day spent with Thomas”

We had an amazing day with Thomas. He met us at the port and took us on a fabulous tour of Seoul. We saw so much but never felt rushed. We were taken to a great restaurant for lunch and Thomas managed to get us a prime spot to witness the changing of the guard at the palace. The day ended with a great food tour around the local market trying various local delicacies and then up to a sunset viewing point before Thomas drove us to the airport. We saw so many different aspects of Seoul an throughout Thomas took some amazing photos which he sent on to us. We can’t thank Thomas enough for looking after us so well and sharing so much information with us. I would highly recommend taking a tour with Thomas

Michelle W.

Thomas K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure showing you around Seoul and sharing some of Korea’s history, culture, and food with you. I'm delighted you enjoyed the tour and the photos. Wishing you all the best and many more wonderful travels!

“Great guide!”

We are a couple, two independent travelers who rarely use guides. However, we wanted to see some of the old Dynasty highlights and palaces on our first day in Korea and we knew we would have jet lag. So we hired Thomas. He was superb. Kept showing us more and more but always slowed down when we need to slow down. Very friendly and funny. And an amazing photographer. The pictures he took for us are incredible. We would recommend him without a hesitation.

Bennett P.

Thomas K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure showing you both around Seoul on your first day in Korea. I’m glad you enjoyed exploring at a comfortable pace despite the jet lag, and I’m delighted you love the photos! I hope they bring back happy memories of your time here. Thank you again for your kind recommendation!

“Beautiful day ”

Lovely day from the rail bike, to Jara Island and zipp wiring across to Nami Island followed by a relaxing stroll around Garden of morning calm. We ended up back in Seoul to experience the beautiful Seoul Nighscape This was our second day with Thomas - always informative, friendly and good company.

Sue P.

Thomas K.

I’m so glad you enjoyed our second day together. We certainly packed a lot into the day, from the rail bike and Nami Island to the Garden of Morning Calm and Seoul’s night views! I really enjoyed spending these two days with you as well. Thank you again for your kind words, and I hope you take home many wonderful memories of Korea. Thomas

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