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DMZ tour to 3rd tunnel, Imjingkak, Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
Joined 2023
DMZ tour offers your exploring of the dark side of Seoul, featuring intense tensions, violent confrontations and the constant risk of war between North and South Korea.
During DMZ tour, you will visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel to see the reality of North's threatening provocation and Imjingak to see the scars & sorrowful memories of the Korean War. On your way back to Seoul, you will visit Gamaksan to enjoy beautiful natural scenery.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at your hotel
- Guide pick up tourist and move to Imjingak by passenger car for about one hour. Greetings and pick-up at hotel.
Registering of tour to 3rd infiltration tunnel and Dorasan Observatory in DMZ with passport of tourist
Tourist present their passport to register the tour.
Tour to 3rd infiltration tunnel and Dorasan Observatory
1. 3rd infiltration tunnel and Imjingak tour:
1). Tour to Imjingak resort, which is the unique tourist site, featuring of wounds of the Korean War and division, The resort preserves the Freedom Bridge and Imjingang rail bridge from the Korean War.
2). The tour to 3rd Tunnel takes 2.5 hours. First visit to 3rd infiltration tunnel and then goes to Dorasan Observatory, where we can look across village and city of North Korea.
Lunch
Lunch around Imjingak
Tour to Gamaksan Suspension Bridge or War Memorial Museum
Gamaksan suspension bridge
Gamaksan Mountain Suspension Bridge is 150m long and 1.5m wide bridge connecting the valley of Seolmari. It is called Gamaksan, because dark blue rock walls are developed in Gamaksan. Gamaksan is 675m high above sea level, where the mountains are rough and waterfalls, valleys, and rock walls are developed.
War Memorial Museum, instead of Gamaksan Suspension bridge
The War Memorial of Korea exhibits and preserves materials related to the Korean War and serves as a national moral educational venue. It was established on June 10, 1994 by the War Memorial Service Korea Society to commemorate the noble sacrifice of patriotic martyrs. The museum houses approximately 33,000 artifacts with about 10,000 on display at indoor and outdoor exhibitions.
End of the tour
Return to your hotel
Ending Point
at your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, transportation for DMZ tour.
car fee, gasoline fee and toll fees,
guide provide passenger car shown on photo, to go to Imjingak and return to hotel.
meal/lunch, drinks
entrance fee for DMZ tour
Tour Important Information
At DMZ tour, you will take a break from Seoul's fascinating traditional culture and its vibrant metropolitan landscape. Instead, we'll explore the dark side of Seoul; intense tensions, violent confrontations and the constant risk of war between North and South Korea.
You will visit the 3rd Tunnel to see reality of North's threatening provocation and Imjingak to see scars of Korean War and Gamaksan Suspension bridge.
During DMZ tour, all tourists have to tour by limousine bus which government agency provide.
Before tour starts, guide will share brief history of Korean division and Korean war.
1. 3rd Infiltration Tunnel:
Tour to 3rd Tunnel takes 2.5 hours. First visit to 3rd infiltration tunnel and then goes to Dorasan Observatory, where we can look across village and city of North Korea.
3rd Tunnel is one of four discovered tunnels that were built under the border between South Korea and North. The location of third tunnel is away from only 52km north of Seoul.
3rd Infiltration Tunnel is apparently designed for a surprise attack on Seoul from North Korea and 30,000 soldiers per hour could be moved through tunnel.
2. Imjingak resort, the unique tourist site, featuring of scars and tension of the Korean War and division. The resort preserves the Freedom Bridge and Imjingang rail bridge from the Korean War.
As an alternative destinations, guest can choose one of War Memorial Museum or Gamaksan Mountain Suspension Bridge.
1). Gamaksan Suspension Bridge:
Gamaksan Suspension Bridge is 150m long and 1.5m wide bridge connecting the valley of Seolmari. It is called Gamaksan, because of dark blue rock walls are developed in Gamaksan. Gamaksan is 675m high above sea level. Gamaksan was a fierce battleground during the Korean War.
2). War Memorial Museum, as alternative destination of Gamaksan Suspension Bridge.
The War Memorial of Korea exhibits and houses approximately 33,000 artifacts with about 10,000 on display at indoor and outdoor exhibitions.
Important message from the supplier
My primary tourist destination is Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National Museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Paul K.
Hello everyone, I am Paul, a tour guide in Seoul.
Seoul is a fascinating destination that seamlessly blends the old with the new. I'm excited to show you some of the best things to make your trip fun and excited, through my deep knowledge about culture and history of Korea and exuberant experiences as tour guide.
My primary tourist destination is Seoul and metropolitan area, consisting of 5 palaces, Royal Ancestral Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village, National museum of Korea, War Memorial of Korea and other museums & galleries and contemporary architectures, and Namsan Mt. with N-Seoul Tower, traditional & trendy market places such as Gwangjang market & Hondae street, and also Korean Folk Village & DMZ tour.
Center of culture and tour is architecture. Architectural style represents spirit of times. We can see as much as we know about spirit of times. For example, without knowledge about Christianity, the spirit of medieval Europe, we cannot fully appreciate beauty and value of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
Confucianism was the spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Gyeongbokgung represents Confucianism. Confucianism culture of Joseon Dynasty is unique characteristic of Korean culture, compared to Chinese, Japanese and European culture. Hence, my tourist information is based on Confucianism.
Thank you for your interest!
As your guide, I hope to see you soon in Seoul.
Reviews
Pamela D.
2 days walking tour to highligh of Korean traditional culture in Seoul
Customized
“Historical Seoul - 2 day itinerary ”
Very good two-day tour of major Seoul sites to illuminate Korean history and culture, also with enjoyable stops for Korean food. A knowledgeable guide and well prepared Al &Pam
Paul K.
(15 reviews)Thank you for your good review! Guest’s good review is the best reward and encouragement for my commitment to tour! Exploring of Korea’s unique cultural identity and beauty! Architecture is the center of culture and center of tour. Architectural style represents spirit of times. Confucianism is spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Confucianism culture of Joseon Dynasty is unique & differentiated characteristic of Korean culture, compared to Chinese and Japanese. Eventually, we can understand the beauty and value of traditional architecture consist of architectural feature, its historical significance and spirit of times. But without the basic information, tourists are just fascinated by superficial beauty of the buildings and places. Through tour, we explored Korea's unique cultural identity, focusing on architectural feature, historical significance and Confucianism, the spirit of Joseon Dynasty.
Vicky D.
2 days walking tour to highligh of Korean traditional culture in Seoul
Customized
“Full 2 Days”
Paul planned two full days to show us around Seoul. He was very helpful in teaching us how to use public transportation, eat cultural foods, and learning about Korean culture.
Paul K.
(15 reviews)Guest’s good review is the best reward and encouragement for my commitment to tour! Exploring of Korea’s unique cultural identity and beauty! Architecture is the center of culture and center of tour. Architectural style represents spirit of times. Confucianism is spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Confucianism culture of Joseon Dynasty is unique & differentiated characteristic of Korean culture, compared to Chinese and Japanese. Eventually, we can understand the beauty and value of traditional architecture consist of architectural feature, its historical significance and spirit of times. But without the basic information, tourists are just fascinated by superficial beauty of the buildings and places. Through tour, we explored Korea's unique cultural identity, focusing on architectural feature, historical significance and Confucianism, the spirit of Joseon Dynasty.
Matthew A.
Gyeongbokgung,Bukchon,Gwangjang,N-SeoulTower,Hongdae
“A great introduction to Seoul & Korean History!”
Paul was excellent! Not only did we spend 8 hours touring multiple points of interest in Seoul, but he had an extensive knowledge of Korean history related to the sites we were visiting and explained everything in detail. In Gyeongbokgung Palace, for example, he really added to the experience by going through the history of the Josun Dynasty and the Confucian principles that the governed with - which lent itself to the whole aesthetic of the palace. You won't get that just wandering the grounds on your own. We went from place to place by Subway and Bus, which added to the authentic Seoul experience. Paul was happy to answer all of my questions (and I had a lot!) and was even kind enough to give me some pointers for my subsequent days in Seoul that I would be on my own without a guide. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a guide!
Paul K.
(15 reviews)Thank you for your good review! Guest’s good review is the best reward and encouragement for my commitment to tour! Exploring of Korea’s unique cultural identity and beauty! Architecture is the center of culture and center of tour. Architectural style represents spirit of times. Confucianism is spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Confucianism culture of Joseon Dynasty is unique & differentiated characteristic of Korean culture, compared to Chinese and Japanese. Eventually, we can understand the beauty and value of traditional architecture consist of architectural feature, its historical significance and spirit of times. But without the basic information, tourists are just fascinated by superficial beauty of the buildings and places. Through tour, we explored Korea's unique cultural identity, focusing on architectural feature, historical significance and Confucianism, the spirit of Joseon Dynasty. Paul K.
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