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DMZ tour : Exploring the 2nd infiltration Tunnel
The 2nd Tunnel DMZ Tour is one of the tourist attractions in the Korean Demilitarized Zone. It explores the 2nd Infiltration Tunnel, whice was built by North Korea for the purpose of launching a surprise attack on the South. Visitors can walk down a steep slope and through a narrow tunnel that is 1.95 meters high and 2.1 meters wide, and see how North Korea built this tunnel deep under the DMZ. It is a unique opportunity to experience the history and tensions between North and South korea.
Meeting Point
at your hotel
Hotel pick-up (in Seoul)
Hotel Pickup will be arranged between 6:30 to 07:30.
Kindly let us know your hotel or residence.
Hantan River management
To enter DMZ Cherowon Area, We need to check ID
Each Passenger must bring his/her passport (not copy).
2nd Infilitration Tunnel
The 2nd Infiltration Tunnel was discovered in 1975 and is located about 50 kilometers from Seoul.
It is believed to have been dug by North Korea for the purpose of launching a surprise attack on the South.
Visitors can access the tunnel by walking down a steep slope and through a narrow tunnel that is 1.95 meters high and 2.1 meters wide.
White Horse Hill (observatory)
Baek-Goji is where 9th division of Korean Army and the 38th force of Communist Chinese Army had the fiercest battle to occupy the highest ground. The 395 highland is now called Baengma-goji, a White Horse, because it now looks like a white horse is lying because the severe air bombardment made it a bare mountain.
Nodongdangsa
Labour Party Building, 22nd Registered Cultural Property, is where North Korea built for strengthening its communist dictatorship and controlling its people after liberation of June 15th 1945, and was infamous for Cheorwon force of North Korea's Workers' Party used until the Korean War. North Korea exploited 200 bags of rice while building this place, forced mobilization and instrument and only hired communists to proceed interior construction for confidentiality.
Dopiansa Temple
Dopiansa Temple was founded in 865 by Korean Buddhist Monk Doseon during the Unified Silla Dynasty. The temple is famous for its cast iron statue of Vairocana Buddha (National Treasure No. 63) that disappeared on its way to Anyangsa Temple and was found at an unknown site in Hwagaesan Mountain. Doseon respected the Buddha's choice and built the temple at the site, where the statue is enshrined. The temple also houses a 4.1 meter-tall three-story granite pagoda (Treasure No. 223).
Lunch
Lunch time can be delayed depending on local situation.
Sanjeonghosu
Sangjeon Lake, Hidden lake to rest and enjoy beautiful scene
End of the tour (in Seoul)
It can be delayed depending on traffic situation.
Ending Point
at your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
English Speaking Guide, Private Vehicle, Entrance Fee
Lunch
Tour Important Information
You have to bring your passport or ID card.
Important message from the guide
Office Working Hours : Weekdays (monday~Friday) from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
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
