DMZ tour to 3rd tunnel, Imjingkak, Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
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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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
About Tour Guide Paul K.
Hello, I am Paul. I’m Korea’s only traditional culture guide deeply rooted in authentic Confucian philosophy. I am tour guide with proven record track of over 300 tours for international tourists.
My specialty is Korean traditional architecture, art and mountain hiking, deeply rooted in Confucian culture & history.
Architecture and art are center of tour. The tour is designed to offer authentic appreciation of Korean traditional architecture and culture, through basic, intellectual information of Confucianism, provided before tour starts. Confucianism is quintessence of Korea's traditional culture and current Korea’s cultural identity.
With basic understanding of Confucianism, you can fully enjoy not only the beauty of the palace architecture but also Korean traditional culture, and your trip to Seoul will be impressive and memorable in your life.
My major places of tour are following destinations:
1. Monumental architecture of Korea’s tradition: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden, Jongmyo Shrine (Royal Ancestral shrine), Seonjeongneung - Royal Tombs of Joseon Dynasty
2. Museum: National Museum of Korea, National Folk Museum
3. Bukchon Hanok maeul(Korean traditional house neighborhood), Insadong Street & Jogyesa Buddhist temple
4. Namsan mountain & N Seoul Tower, which offer unique experience of panoramic view of Seoul and Seoul metropolitan area
5. Market and street for food and shopping: Gwangjang market, Namdaemun market, Myeongdong street, Hongdae street
6. River south of Seoul(Gangnam of Seoul)Star Field library at COEX, Gangnam style statue, Bongeusa Buddhist temple in Gangnam, river south area
7. Hiking: Bukhansan mountain, Inwang mountain
8. DMZ tour, Korea Folk Village
Thank you for your interest!
As your guide, I hope to see you soon in Seoul!
Reviews
Diane M.
“Tour DMZ with Paul”
We absolutely loved this guided tour! Paul was extremely attentive throughout the entire experience, and he knows the history of his country by heart. He shared it with so much passion and enthusiasm, which made the tour both fascinating and enjoyable. We learned a lot and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this tour!
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Paul K.
Thanks for good review! According to the global travel magazine 'Time Out', Seoul is ranked among the top 10 most beautiful cities in the world. It is a city with a unique cultural tradition, perfectly blending the old and the new. The tour of Seoul is worth more than your time, money, and effort, and it is sure to be impressive and memorable in your life. Confucianism culture is Korea's unique cultural identity! I’m Korea’s only traditional culture guide deeply rooted in authentic Confucian philosophy.
Jose R.
“Great tour in Seoul!”
Paul was a great welcome to Seoul! We met him at the palace, he was prompt and very clear with the meeting point. He did an interesting intro before going through the beautiful palace and secret gardens, well timed and then through some other highlights to feel the culture and history of this amazing city (ie. a walk through a traditional village, visit to the folklore museum which was really enlightening and interesting, etc). Paul is a very knowledgeable guide and a super way to learn about the highlights, history and culture of the city, and country! Thank you!
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Paul K.
Great review create great guide! Grateful for great review!
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Kahoko K.
“First time Seoul”
My daughter and I had a great time with Paul. He is a gentle and kind person and has remarkable knowledge about Korean culture and history, especially confucianism. We have learned so much things throughout the tour. It helped us even after the tour. I highly recommend him as a future guide for you. Thank you, Paul !
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Paul K.
It was my monumental experience to host tour for Kahoko-san! She kept encouraging my work and fundamental spirit as tour guide. It was a great tour with Kahoko-san.
$390/ per group
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