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DMZ (Demilitazied Zone) Morning Half Day Tour by VIP Travel
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Tour Essentials
D.M.Z (Demilitarized Zone) is the only divided country in the world. As one of the last relics of the Cold War, the DMZ attracts a great deal of public interest.
Travel Details
- Departure times: 08:00 am
- Duration: 7 Hours
- Starts & ends in: Seoul
What to bring:
- Passport
Included in price:
- Tour Guide
- Entry Fees
- Hotel / Hostel Pickup
Tour Itinerary
* Tour Itinerary *
Hotel Pick up - Imjingak Park - The Bridge of Freedom - The 3rd Infiltration Tunnel - DMZ Theater/Exhibition Hall - Dora Observatory - Dorasan Station - Unification Village (Pass by) - Amethyst/Ginseng Center - Arrive at City Hall/Itaewon
* Tour Condition *
- English speaking tour guide, transportation and entrance fees included.
- Amethyst & Ginseng center will be included in this tour.
- After the tour, you¡¯ll be dropped off at Itaewon or City Hall area.
- If we are stuck in a traffic jam, the pick-up service will be delayed.
- Children under 10 years old receive 30% discount.
- We will not be responsible for your personal incidents and loss during the tour.
- If you cancel your reservation on the tour day, we will apply 100% cancellation fee to you.
- Payment by different currency or credit card is possible.
* Tour Details *
- Imjingak
This park was built to console the refugees who left North Korea during the Korean War. A train called "the Iron horse wants to run" symbolizes the railway connecting the north and the south that was dismantled during the war. Also, at the park are the following attractions; Mangbaedan, an altar set up for refugees to bow in the direction of their ancestral graveyards; Freedom bridge, which was built to free 12,773 prisoners in 1953; Unification pond, which is in the shape of the Korean Peninsula; and the Peace bell.
- The 3rd Tunnel
The 3rd Tunnel was discovered on October 17, 1978. It is located 52km from Seoul. Approximately 10,000 soldiers can move through this tunnel in 1 hour. When this tunnel was discovered, North Koreans insisted steadfastly that it was made by South Koreans to invade North Korea, but this proved to be false.
- Dora Observatory
Built in 1986, this is the only place in South Korea where you have a clear view of Geaseong city, the third biggest city in North Korea. You can observe two flags, a propaganda village, Geaseong industrial complex, and one of the statues of Kim Il Sung.
- Dorasan Station
Built in 2002 to reconnect Seoul and Sinuiju (kyoungui line), located in the civilian restriction line. The northernmost train station in South Korea which will be the first train station connecting to China, Siberia and Europe.
* Tour Note *
- DMZ closes every Monday and National Holiday.
- Passport is needed on the tour day.
- No special dress code for DMZ tour.
* Reservation Information *
- After making reservation at HostelWorld.com, you'll receive an e-mail from VIP Travel to decide your pick up point and pick up time. Please reply back to VIP Travel to confirm your reservation.
Tour Reviews
Customers who rated this tour left the following reviews.
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did not appreciate being dragged into the Ginseng store, it was irrelevant and wasted my time. other than that, our guide from VIP did not need to talk about himself the entire time.
- 21 May 2012
- Anonymous
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Our tour guide was very informative, personable and made us feel welcomed and relaxed. Fortunately there was only 2 others on the tour with us, so it made for a more intimate experience. Some stops were too rushed (e.g. 10-15mins) and would have liked more time to wander around on our own for alot longer... but we understood that we had to keep moving so we could fit everything into the tour. All in all a great day and experience.
- 12 Jan 2012
- Anonymous
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based on other tours, this one was quite cheap. it's pretty simple: peace park, tunnel 3, observation deck, train station, and then a stop in seoul at a ginseng warehouse. i enjoyed going to the dmz and found it to be a very eye-opening/emotional trip, but the tour guide was a bit much. it was almost like she was trying too hard. she was informative, though. if you don't want to do panmunjom, then i think this tour is great for you :)
- 06 Oct 2011
- underglasstable
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Good value for the money
- 03 Sep 2011
- Anonymous USA
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The tour itself was really interesting and a must do in Korea. Like others I agree it was rushed but that was due to the connecting bus company and not the tour company. At the end of the tour we were taken to an amethyst shop against our will, which was irritating. Our guide was somewhat arrogant and almost rude.
- 13 Aug 2011
- Anonymous
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I think this tour is a good way to see an important part of Korean culture and going as a group makes it much easier. The parks and attractions aren't incredible in themselves, but the tunnel is neat and our guide offered a lot of insight into the N/S Korea situation. You can pick up some good souveniers along the way and I wouldn't opt for lunch, as they drop you off in the heart of the city where there are lots of options.
- 08 May 2011
- Anonymous
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Tour guide had the knowledge of the DMZ and of the culture of Korea. She was great and made the group laugh. A main reason for coming, a great reason to go. Try to North Korean Beer
- 07 Mar 2011
- Anonymous
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We felt a bit rushed at the first stop (imjingak park) but overall we had a great time! i will recommend you.
- 22 Dec 2010
- Anonymous
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the guide should be nicer, is not like she is rude but she has an unkind way of saying things.
- 30 Oct 2010
- Anonymous
Cancellation Policy
- In the event of cacellation the deposit paid is non refundable.
- Failure to make cancellations 24 hours before the commencement of the tour will result in FULL PAYMENT being taken from the credit card.
- Departure times may vary. Customers will be informed of any changes.
- Cancellations on behalf of the tour operator will result in a full refund.
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Latest Reviews
- 21 May 2012
- did not appreciate being dragged into the Ginseng store, it was irrelevant and wasted my time. other than that, our guide from...
- Anonymous
- 12 Jan 2012
- Our tour guide was very informative, personable and made us feel welcomed and relaxed. Fortunately there was only 2 others on...
- Anonymous
