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DMZ(Demilitarized Zone)+Gamaksan Suspension Bridge-Korea

DMZ(Demilitarized Zone) Signboard at the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel.

Viewing North Korea's Daeseong-dong Village Inside the DMZ Through Binoculars at the Dorasan Observatory

Nearest North Korean Guard Post Seen Through Binoculars at Dorasan Observatory

Imjingak Signboard at Imjingak Nuri Peace Park

DMZ Sign made from the actual bullets used during the Korean War

Steam Locomotive Severely Destroyed by Enemy Attack During the Korean War

Dokgae Bridge, Preserving the Pain of That Day, Destroyed by Bombing During the Korean War

Clear Bullet Marks on the Piers of Dokgae Bridge

The Freedom Bridge Where South Korean and UN Forces' Prisoners of War Were Repatriated to Freedom at the End of the Korean War

Seoul Private Tour - Worship Altar - The Northernmost Point Accessible to Separated Families Who Left Behind Their Families and Hometowns in North Korea.

Worship Altar - The Northernmost Point Accessible to Separated Families Who Left Behind Their Families and Hometowns in North Korea.

Only 22 Kilometers to Gaesung in North Korea

Imjingak Nuri Peace Park

Ribbons Carrying the Aspiration for Unification

38th Parallel and DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

View of Kaesong Industrial Complex in North Korea Through Binoculars at Dorasan Observatory

North Korean People Working in Fields and Farms Seen Through Binoculars at Dorasan Observatory

Overview of Gamaksan Suspension Bridge

Gamaksan Suspension Bridge

War Memorial

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DMZ(Demilitarized Zone)+Gamaksan Suspension Bridge-Korea

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2022

Kevin L.

5.00 / 5

(14 reviews)

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Seoul

English, Korean (Native)

10 hours

Private tour (only you and Kevin L.)

Up to 7 people

Korea is the world's only divided nation, split into South and North Korea by DMZ resulting from the Korean War(1950~1953) which inflicted millions of casualties including 10 million separated family members.

By joining the tour, you can catch a glimpse of the much talked about border and the stark reality of the divided country. It also offers insights into the history of division, the heartrending tales of separated families, and a chance to contemplate war, peace and the value of freedom.

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 (Seoul)

09:30 AM

Imjingak Nuri Peace Park

Imjingak Nuri Peace Park was developed immediately after the South North Korea’s Joint Statement was declared in 1972. This is a complex cultural space where the global peace festival was held in 2005. It is composed of various cultural facilities such as large scale outdoor theater, the hill of the music and the hill of the wind where about 3,000 pinwheels spin. This is the place to take the shuttle bus in front of the ticket office.

09:50 AM

The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel

The 3rd Tunnel was discovered at the point of just 52km(32miles) away from Seoul, in the administrative district of Paju in 1978. The tunnel is underground with 73m(240 feet) in depth, 1,635m in length(1mile), 2m in width, 2m(6.6 feet) in height. Also it is as large in scale as an army of thirty-thousand fully armed North Korean soldiers to pass through within an hour. It is the largest one among the tunnels that have been discovered so far. We can certainly guess how strong the North Korea plot to invade the South Korea was at that time.

11:10 AM

Dorasan Observatory

This site is situated on Dora Mountain within the DMZ, serving as the northernmost observatory in the South, providing an up-close view of North Korea. Directly ahead, you can observe a nearby North Korean guard post, a propaganda village, and North Korean farmland. Additionally, you can glimpse the urban area of Gaeseong, the Gaeseong Industrial Complex, a GPS jamming tower aimed at disrupting electronic signals and preventing North Korean citizens from accessing South Korean broadcasts. In the distance, the Joint Security Area (JSA) is also visible.

Another intriguing aspect is that on a clear day with good luck, you can observe North Korean people working in the fields, walking along the roads, or riding bicycles through the telescope on the observatory rooftop. You might also catch sight of passing vehicles like cars and tractors from time to time.

12:10 PM

Unification Village(Tongilchon)

Tongilchon, also known as Unification Village, is located within the boundaries of the Civilian Control Line. It was founded in 1973, initially comprising 40 households of veterans and 40 native households. Inspired by the kibbutz model in Israel, the village was strategically designed. While residents go about their regular work on ordinary days, they are trained in military procedures to respond to emergency situations.

The region is renowned for its local specialties: Jangdan soybeans, ginseng, and rice. These products are displayed at the agricultural marketing center located at the entrance of the village and are available for sale to visitors.

12:40 PM

Imjingak Nuri Peace Park and Lunch

Here, you can visit Mangbaedan, where dispersed family members who were born in North Korea or have their hometowns there, come every Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) or Lunar New Year's Day. There's also the "Freedom Bridge," where South Korean and UN prisoners of war were repatriated at the end of the Korean War. You will also see a steam locomotive that was severely damaged by the enemy's attack in the time of the Korean War, as well as bridges and other historical remnants from that era.

And then, you will have lunch at a restaurant nearby.

03:00 PM

Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, or War Memorial

Gamaksan Mountain (675m) is one of the five rocky mountains in Gyeonggi Province. A suspension bridge was constructed over a deep valley, spanning 150m (0.1 mile) in length and standing 45m (144ft) high, all without the need for bridge piers. This design allows the bridge to blend harmoniously with the surrounding nature. This bridge also bears the additional name of "Gloucester Heroes Bridge," paying tribute to the courageous efforts of the soldiers from the Gloucestershire Battalion Regiment during the Korean War.

Alternatively, you can also have the option to visit the War Memorial where you can get to know about the Korean War in much more detail, instead of going to the Gamaksan Suspension Bridge, or to visit any other places you desire.

06:00 PM

End of the tour

Ending Point

At your hotel

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guiding Fee

Free Transportation (11 seater KIA Carnival)

Fuel, toll, parking

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

What‘s not included

Entrance Fees

Lunch

Traveler's Insurance

Tour Important Information

1. During the DMZ tour, you must have your passport with you.

2. The DMZ tour involves entering a military-controlled area, so it proceeds by taking the DMZ shuttle bus in groups.

3. DMZ tours cannot be reserved in advance and are done on a first-come, first-served basis by purchasing tickets for the DMZ shuttle bus.

4. The schedule provided above is based on the first DMZ shuttle bus, so the timings might vary depending on the departure time.

5. Following the DMZ tour, you can choose to visit either the Gamaksan Suspension Bridge or the War Memorial Hall. Alternatively, you can also visit any other places you desire.

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 2022

Kevin L.

5.00 / 5

(14 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Kevin L.

I received a license in 2016 from the Korea Tourism Organization as a qualified professional tour guide. I have guided a variety of tours for people and tourists from all over the world and have been doing so for over 9 years.

Before being a tour guide I spent most of my career working in the banking industry for almost 30 years, starting with Korea First Bank which later became a US based Newbridge Capital and UK based Standard Chartered Bank until I retired in 2016.

My experience in the banking industry was very much customer-first and dealing with the public which laid the cornerstone and passion to becoming a tour guide.

After retiring from the bank, I worked as a lecturer for a volunteering organization run by the local public office and taught students about the environment and disabilities.

With various experiences and personal management skills, these challenges have provided a real life, hands on cultural nuances which will promote friendship and expand life experiences between different cultures.

I'm based in Seoul but will be happily arrange the tours to Busan, Gyeongju, Sokcho, Jeonju etc. as a customized tour. Feel free to drop me a request message.

Reviews

Gayatri roy .

5 / 5

Dec 11, 2025

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