Best Full Day DMZ Tour from Seoul Guided Tour with Red Suspension Bridge
Overview
What is the DMZ – an exciting experience like no other
While the Cold War happened a long time ago, Korea is the only country that still remains divided as a consequence. The DMZ lies on the border between the North and the South. This is the most heavily fortified border in the whole world, so don’t miss the chance to see it! You should expect a truly immersive and unforgettable trip on all our DMZ tours! And also you can see the natual mountain with bridge. Do check out the stunning scenery including the wooden broad walk along the beautiful lake.
While the Cold War happened a long time ago, Korea is the only country that still remains divided as a consequence. The DMZ lies on the border between the North and the South. This is the most heavily fortified border in the whole world, so don’t miss the chance to see it! You should expect a truly immersive and unforgettable trip on all our DMZ tours! And also you can see the natual mountain with bridge. Do check out the stunning scenery including the wooden broad walk along the beautiful lake.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Start from the meeting place
- Entry/Admission - Dora Observatory
- Entry/Admission - Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Imjingak Park
Imjingak Park was built as a safe space to console the refugees that came from North to South Korea during the Korean War. There is a railway connecting the two countries, which was taken apart during the conflict.
Here, you will find Mangbaedan altar. This is where refugees bow to their ancestors as it looks in the direction of the graveyard. The tradition happens on Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving).
Following on, you can see the Unification Pond, which is built in the shape of the Korean peninsula and is a beautiful place to take photos! Finally, we can visit the Peace Bell in this area.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
The Bridge of Freedom – a walk through history
You will see the Freedom bridge built to liberate 12, 773 prisoners in 1953. The bridge was used by South Koreans returning home from the North. So dive into the cultural and emotional significance of the space by walking in their footsteps decades later!
Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos, so get inspired and create some memories!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Dora Observatory, Jeomwon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 413-920 South Korea
Sitting at the top of Dorasan, the Observatory is ideal for looking across the border. This is the part closest to the North and is one of travellers’ favourite highlights on the tour! So get a once-in-a-lifetime look at isolated North Korea on our DMZ tour!
You will see the Freedom bridge built to liberate 12, 773 prisoners in 1953. The bridge was used by South Koreans returning home from the North. So dive into the cultural and emotional significance of the space by walking in their footsteps decades later!
Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos, so get inspired and create some memories!Use the high powered binoculars on the third floor for extra precision. You will be able to see the North’s propaganda village located right inside the DMZ and see as far as Gaesong, the ninth-largest city in North Korea. If you’re lucky to be here on a clear day, you’ll get to see the bronze statue of Kim Il-sung, too!
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, 48-6, Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon Gamaksan Mountain, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
This new suspension bridge opened in Paju in March 2018. The bridge which is over 220m long and 10m high is the longest suspension bridge in Korea. Do check out the stunning scenery including the wooden broad walk along the beautiful lake.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Imjingak Park
Imjingak Park was built as a safe space to console the refugees that came from North to South Korea during the Korean War. There is a railway connecting the two countries, which was taken apart during the conflict.
Here, you will find Mangbaedan altar. This is where refugees bow to their ancestors as it looks in the direction of the graveyard. The tradition happens on Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving).
Following on, you can see the Unification Pond, which is built in the shape of the Korean peninsula and is a beautiful place to take photos! Finally, we can visit the Peace Bell in this area.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Imjingak Pyeonghoa-Nuri Park, 481-1 Samok-ri, Munsan-eup, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
The Bridge of Freedom – a walk through history
You will see the Freedom bridge built to liberate 12, 773 prisoners in 1953. The bridge was used by South Koreans returning home from the North. So dive into the cultural and emotional significance of the space by walking in their footsteps decades later!
Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos, so get inspired and create some memories!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Dora Observatory, Jeomwon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju, Gyeonggi-do 413-920 South Korea
Sitting at the top of Dorasan, the Observatory is ideal for looking across the border. This is the part closest to the North and is one of travellers’ favourite highlights on the tour! So get a once-in-a-lifetime look at isolated North Korea on our DMZ tour!
You will see the Freedom bridge built to liberate 12, 773 prisoners in 1953. The bridge was used by South Koreans returning home from the North. So dive into the cultural and emotional significance of the space by walking in their footsteps decades later!
Located against a beautiful natural backdrop, the bridge is a fantastic place for photos, so get inspired and create some memories!Use the high powered binoculars on the third floor for extra precision. You will be able to see the North’s propaganda village located right inside the DMZ and see as far as Gaesong, the ninth-largest city in North Korea. If you’re lucky to be here on a clear day, you’ll get to see the bronze statue of Kim Il-sung, too!
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge, 48-6, Seolma-ri, Jeokseong-myeon Gamaksan Mountain, Paju, Gyeonggi-do South Korea
Gamaksan Suspension Bridge
This new suspension bridge opened in Paju in March 2018. The bridge which is over 220m long and 10m high is the longest suspension bridge in Korea. Do check out the stunning scenery including the wooden broad walk along the beautiful lake.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- We are putting the best effort to prevent The Corona-19 for our customer's safeies and concerns. - Disinfecting & Sterilizing frequently. - Attach the Corona-19 Prevention guidelines on the transportation.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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July 2023
Crystal was a fantastic guide and Andy was a very nice and polite driver. We enjoyed the day very much and highly recommend.
Crystal was a fantastic guide and Andy was a very nice and polite driver. We enjoyed the day very much and highly recommend.tdo11
July 2023
Moon was an amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable and very helpful. She provided a great knowledge of the history of Korea and the Korean War. She made us very safe going into a volition area.
Moon was an amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable and very helpful. She provided a great knowledge of the history of Korea and the Korean War. She made us very safe going into a volition area.Markus W
July 2023
Had a nice tour with a very nice and energetic woman called Cindy as tour leader. We made three stops at nice places and ended with a very good meal at a restaurant in the unification village.
Had a nice tour with a very nice and energetic woman called Cindy as tour leader. We made three stops at nice places and ended with a very good meal at a restaurant in the unification village.inglouriousbabe
July 2023
Gabby 패근영 was very kind and informative! She made sure we didn’t get lost and also knew what we were looking at and the history of the places and objects. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to explore the DMZ and it’s history 😊😊 We weren’t able to do the suspension bridge because of very hea...
Gabby 패근영 was very kind and informative! She made sure we didn’t get lost and also knew what we were looking at and the history of the places and objects. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to explore the DMZ and it’s history 😊😊 We weren’t able to do the suspension bridge because of very heavy rain, but Gabby had our refund ready immediately 😊580katelynk
June 2023
This was fun and interesting to learn about I really liked it and I liked how we went into the tunnel the the north mined and see how it had changed over the years and I liked how she was very nice and sweet to the people.
This was fun and interesting to learn about I really liked it and I liked how we went into the tunnel the the north mined and see how it had changed over the years and I liked how she was very nice and sweet to the people.Cookie_koonya
May 2023
Fantastic tour of the DMZ, including the third tunnel which was the highlight. Yu was great and thorough in her explanation of the history of the Korean War.
Fantastic tour of the DMZ, including the third tunnel which was the highlight. Yu was great and thorough in her explanation of the history of the Korean War.