Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
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Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
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C$77.57
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Ages 0-99, max of 40 per group
Duration: 7h 30m
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the DMZ
- Travel comfortably in round-trip transportation
- Save time and skip the shopping centers
- See the top landmarks of the demilitarized zone
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup (Main Subway Station near the Hotel or in downtown area)
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Optional : Red Suspension Bridge (Only DMZ Tour is not included the Red Suspension Bridge)
- Entry/Admission - DMZ
- Entry/Admission - The Third Tunnel
- Entry/Admission - Dora Observatory
- Entry/Admission - Gamaksan Chulleong Bridge
What's not included- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel Drop Off
- Only DMZ Tour is not included the Red Suspension Bridge
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Option 1Myeongdong, Seoul, South KoreaMyeongdong Subway Station Exit 9. (명동역 9번 출구)
- Option 2Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul, South KoreaHongik Univ Subway Station Exit 3. (홍대입구역 3번 출구)
- Option 3City Hall Station, Seoul, South KoreaCity Hall Subway Station Exit 6. (시청역 6번 출구)
Pickup details- Pick up point will be main Subway Station or hotel in downtown area. Meeting time can be changed depends on each locations.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Myeongdong, Seoul, South Korea
- Seoul City Hall, 110 Sejong-daero, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
- Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul, South Korea
End:- Option 1Myeong-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
- Option 2Seoul City Hall, 110 Sejong-daero, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
- Option 3Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul, South Korea
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6364P28- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Passport is needed on the tour day. (It is okay to bring the Military ID Card, ARC Card instead of passport.)
- Tour Time can be changed depends on Military issue in DMZ.
- Pick up point will be main Subway Station or hotel in downtown area. Meeting time can be changed depends on each locations.
- ONLY DMZ Tour Option is not included the Red Suspensioin Bridge
- ** Please contact to us to confirm your meeting time and point. ** Whatsapp: +82-10-9809-3501
- Please contact us if you book via Agoda, Booking.com, and Expedia with your contact details (either e-mail or whatsapp number) we appreciate your time and hope to give you the best tour possible.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6364P28
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- PR_Food_Lover0 contributionsHistorical tour of SeoulVery nice Sightseeing tour for the city of Seoul; the historical part very complete and thorough; Moon was very energetic and keeps the pace of the trip; she knows the details and brings context to what is being explained; we enjoyed it very much.Written July 24, 2024
- MrDoshiDoshi0 contributionsIntro to SeoulOur tour guide Moon was brilliant - giving us enough information to provide background but without so much that it turns into a history school trip! Great package for those who want a flavour before exploring themselves. Recommended.Written July 24, 2024
- Dhwani0 contributionsGreat experienceJenny was a great guide. She had interesting stories, anecdotes and a lot of war trivia which made our tour very interesting. Highly recommend this tourWritten July 23, 2024
- Flyer468706750140 contributionsVacay South Korean StyleOur tour guide GoGo was wonderful; enjoyed his professionalism and eagerness to share the beautiful sites of South Korea.Written July 23, 2024
- Karleskarl0 contributionsInteresting tour with KellyThank you Kelly for this amazing tour, it was very interesting, we enjoyed a lot. A lot of funny stories that made this tour even better.Written July 22, 2024
- Dhwani0 contributionsPalace, ginseng centre, temple and villageKelly was a great guide ! Highly recommended :) She gave local tips, shopping support and very patient. It's a great tour for a half day experienceWritten July 22, 2024
- sandranP8644MX0 contributionsTour to North Korea borderEmily on DMZ tour was a great guide :) It was very interesting to see the observation center and north Korea. I will remember the experience!Written July 22, 2024
- T8459VLam0 contributionsView from the TowerThe first and second stops were ok, but the view from the observatory was worth the whole experience. We saw North Koreans farming, something most people won’t have the chance to see.Written July 22, 2024
- sheenaj7230 contributionsWould recommend this tour.Unfortunately, the day We had our tour it rained but Mr Gogo (Tour Guide) was still enthusiastic. Made sure everyone was safe & comfortable. He’s knowledgable and was able to answer questions regarding the places we've been to. The tour went smoothly.Written July 21, 2024
- G3220YGcarolt0 contributionsGreat tour and wonderful guideWe enjoyed this tour very much. Henry was a wonderful guide. He was entertaining and provided a lot of useful information and important background. He was also so conscientious, checking to make sure everyone was being safe and having a good time. I felt the pacing of the tour was well done. There was ample time for the activities without having to rush. We learned a lot about Korean history and culture. However I would like to mention the tour was supposed to end at 3 but due to military training, we could not get tickets before noon and ended up returning at 5. Not the fault of VIP at all, but just want to warn that things happen so best to be aware that the timing may change.Written July 20, 2024
- emalit20240 contributionsVIP tour with KK was a great tour guide and knowledgeable on the sites. Wear comfortable shoes, it’s a lot of walking! But so worth it. I would recommend K as a tour guide for anyone interested in seeing Seoul.Written July 19, 2024
- AikoUE0 contributionsSolo travelingKelly was amazing. She is the pro and I loved her support. The tour was good. A little boring for me. Seoul tower was the best pointWritten July 18, 2024
- GrandTour165941545930 contributionsFull day tourKelly is an exceptional tour guide. She demonstrates an extensive knowledge of the subject matter and delivers the information in an engaging and entertaining manner. I highly recommend booking her tour, as it provides excellent value for the cost.Written July 18, 2024
- Q8516CBjacka0 contributionsSeoul City TourWent to a lot of cool places, the views were good. Our tour guide Kelly did a great job explaining everything and teaching us the history behind the sites. She was very kind and enthusiastic.Written July 18, 2024
- N5206EBamandam0 contributionsDMZ TourAmazing trip! Would recommend to anyone traveling to Seoul, wanting to see the DMZ! Sunny is great, very knowledgeable and organized! Highly recommend 😊Written July 18, 2024
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I Made Aradea
11 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Although it was a pity that the tour in JSA is still closed, this half day tour can still bring the excitement and thrills for those who curious with the history and life at the border. Our trip went in time and we managed to visit all of the places accordingly. Whenever we encounter problems, they already have plan B ahead to ensure a smooth ride. Once there, you'll get panoramic view of the border from Dora Observatory. The sight of the flag towers and Panmunjeom will definitely make you left with awe.
It was also made brighter with our amazing guide Ms. Sunny Yang, who is very passionate and committed to her job as a tour guide. She welcomed us with early morning spirits and would entertain us with her history lessons seasoned with witty jokes during round trip. She would also ensure our safety during checkpoint crossings and can be relied upon when you have questions and problems. Whatever you need, she will have your back.
Very recommended for starter history buffs at cheaper price.
It was also made brighter with our amazing guide Ms. Sunny Yang, who is very passionate and committed to her job as a tour guide. She welcomed us with early morning spirits and would entertain us with her history lessons seasoned with witty jokes during round trip. She would also ensure our safety during checkpoint crossings and can be relied upon when you have questions and problems. Whatever you need, she will have your back.
Very recommended for starter history buffs at cheaper price.
Written August 25, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Jenny from VIP Travel. We are delighted that you had a fantastic DMZ tour with one of our knowledgeable guide Sunny. We appreciate a lot for your recommendation and your time to give us a 5-star review. Your comments are very helpful other customers and to us. Thank you for your Review!
Written August 25, 2022
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Sasha Ivanov
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Apr 2023 • Friends
My recent tour to the DMZ in Korea was an unforgettable experience despite the foggy weather. Our guide, Jenny, was exceptionally knowledgeable and presented the history of the DMZ in an engaging manner. Her adaptability in adjusting the itinerary due to limited visibility outdoors proved to be resourceful. The visit to the Third Infiltration Tunnel was particularly thrilling, with Jenny's captivating storytelling bringing its history to life. Although the weather was suboptimal, Jenny's expertise made the trip worthwhile. I highly recommend this tour for those interested in understanding the complex history of the Korean peninsula.
Written April 20, 2023
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Choi from VIP Travel. Thank you for your time to leave us such a good review. And we are glad to hear that you had a great time with our tour guide on your tour. It was our pleasure to guide you and your comments will be very helpful to other customers and to us. Thank you for your Review🧡
Written April 20, 2023
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What’s Out There
Blacksburg, VA213 contributions
I had booked the 7am tour to DMZ. Our guide was Moon. The best I’d say, as she labeled the group moonwalkers, and that alone is worth a seven star.
The company is on top of its game. There were new restrictions about how many buses that can go into DMZ, and Moon reached out a day earlier and asked if we can leave early (by an hour) and make it before DMZ run out of their only 2 bus slots. Looks like everyone agreed, and we were off to a great start.
Moon gave us a good history on our way. Her personal story of her uncle being lost to the North and assumed dead, but being found 50 years later was moving. And informative. I really liked the detailed narrative and helpful information.
Because we started early, we caught a gorgeous sunrise at the DMZ visitor center, and later amazing views of the DMZ and NK villages. Moon was kind enough to help us all direct our binoculars so we can see some North Koreans walking and being out and about.
The tour was nicely paced. No one fee rushed, and Moon made sure we knew what to expect. Like when we headed to the tunnel, she made sure ppl knew it could be claustrophobic and the walk back up is t that easy.
Overall, a great experience. I wish Moon all the best, and hopefully will take another tour with her sometimes in the future.
The company is on top of its game. There were new restrictions about how many buses that can go into DMZ, and Moon reached out a day earlier and asked if we can leave early (by an hour) and make it before DMZ run out of their only 2 bus slots. Looks like everyone agreed, and we were off to a great start.
Moon gave us a good history on our way. Her personal story of her uncle being lost to the North and assumed dead, but being found 50 years later was moving. And informative. I really liked the detailed narrative and helpful information.
Because we started early, we caught a gorgeous sunrise at the DMZ visitor center, and later amazing views of the DMZ and NK villages. Moon was kind enough to help us all direct our binoculars so we can see some North Koreans walking and being out and about.
The tour was nicely paced. No one fee rushed, and Moon made sure we knew what to expect. Like when we headed to the tunnel, she made sure ppl knew it could be claustrophobic and the walk back up is t that easy.
Overall, a great experience. I wish Moon all the best, and hopefully will take another tour with her sometimes in the future.
Written December 9, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Charlie from VIP Travel. We are delighted that you had a fantastic tour with one of our knowledgeable guide. We appreciate a lot for your time to give us a 5-star review. Your comments will be very helpful to other customers and to us. Thank you for your Review!
Written December 10, 2022
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Pat
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Sept 2022
When booking for this event you are presented with two time slots - an early morning one and an afternoon one. We initially chose the afternoon slot to be later told that this is no longer an option and that we would need to do the early AM one instead. The reasoning behind this is that with Covid only a certain amount of people can visit the DMZ and its first come - first served. This caused us to push the event back a couple of days and to plan round it. The listing should be updated to reflect this information to better prepare people for this.
Other than the above, the whole tour was very good and highly recommended! Tour guide was very informative and provided some great history of the whole DMZ situation. I highly recommend checking out this tour if you are in the area and want to check out the DMZ! I only wish we had a bit more time at the third tunnel.
Other than the above, the whole tour was very good and highly recommended! Tour guide was very informative and provided some great history of the whole DMZ situation. I highly recommend checking out this tour if you are in the area and want to check out the DMZ! I only wish we had a bit more time at the third tunnel.
Written September 18, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Jenny from VIP Travel. Thanks for your time to leave us a review. We will try to improve the things which you were not satisfied with. And hope this limited seat at DMZ gets released soon. Once again, appreciate a lot for your review and look forward to provide better service on your next trip.
Written September 20, 2022
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Anne H
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Oct 2023 • Couples
We took the 9:30 tour from City Hall station. Don't bother selecting a hotel, you will not be picked up but the subway stops are easy to get to and the tour guide is waiting for you at the exit.
Our tour guide Cindy was fantastic, kept us on time and moved things around so we could go to the observatory early to have a better view (was going to rain later that day). Don't expect a clear view, 90% of the days are hazy, so don't expect to see too much.
The whole trip is well organised and the guide answers all questions.
I read reviews that people had to wait for ages to get in. Tickets for the DMZ are issued on a first come first serve basis. So if you go on a busy day, you have to wait. I'd recommend a weekday. You can wait at a car park with restaurants and toilets and there is quite a bit to see around there + from there you can take the cable car to see the US military base. We left at 9:30 am and arrived back in Seoul at 4:30 pm. There are plenty of clean toilets and possibilities to get snacks on the way.
If you usually have lunch early I'd recommend bringing lunch. We stopped at the lunch place at 2:40 - which was quite late.
Our tour guide Cindy was fantastic, kept us on time and moved things around so we could go to the observatory early to have a better view (was going to rain later that day). Don't expect a clear view, 90% of the days are hazy, so don't expect to see too much.
The whole trip is well organised and the guide answers all questions.
I read reviews that people had to wait for ages to get in. Tickets for the DMZ are issued on a first come first serve basis. So if you go on a busy day, you have to wait. I'd recommend a weekday. You can wait at a car park with restaurants and toilets and there is quite a bit to see around there + from there you can take the cable car to see the US military base. We left at 9:30 am and arrived back in Seoul at 4:30 pm. There are plenty of clean toilets and possibilities to get snacks on the way.
If you usually have lunch early I'd recommend bringing lunch. We stopped at the lunch place at 2:40 - which was quite late.
Written October 26, 2023
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Julie from VIP Travel. We are glad that you had amazing tour with one of our knowledgeable guides. We appreciate you taking the time to give us a 5-star review. Your comments will be very helpful to other customers and to us. Thank you for your review. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Korea!
Written October 26, 2023
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Simon F
Walsall, UK5 contributions
The tour has an early start, between 7 and 7:30, but this is important as your guide has to get the party to the DMZ and tickets for entry are on a first come, first served basis so it ensures a smooth start to the day.
Our guide was Henry, who was a kind, gently humorous, thoughtful, and knowledgeable guide. He did a great job in shepherding the group as well as providing insightful commentary.
We kept to time and the tour ran smoothly. DMZ is built beside the city of Paju and farms run right up to the border, meaning it is a surprisingly slick tourist destination. There are sights, toilet facilities and gift shops at every stop. Some parts of the tour can be hard going for older or less able people, there are some big journeys up and down especially the tunnels, but Henry kept us well advised in advance about this.
Overall a strong recommend for a good.day out.
Our guide was Henry, who was a kind, gently humorous, thoughtful, and knowledgeable guide. He did a great job in shepherding the group as well as providing insightful commentary.
We kept to time and the tour ran smoothly. DMZ is built beside the city of Paju and farms run right up to the border, meaning it is a surprisingly slick tourist destination. There are sights, toilet facilities and gift shops at every stop. Some parts of the tour can be hard going for older or less able people, there are some big journeys up and down especially the tunnels, but Henry kept us well advised in advance about this.
Overall a strong recommend for a good.day out.
Written April 13, 2024
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Choi from VIP Travel. Thank you for your time to leave us such a good review. And we are glad to hear that you had a great time with our tour guide on your tour. It was our pleasure to guide you and your comments will be very helpful to other customers and to us. Thank you for your Review🧡
Written April 18, 2024
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Btt
Lula, GA3 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
This was a phenomenal experience. Our guide Nancy was incredibly knowledgeable and helped us navigate what was worth seeing during the limited time you are allowed at each stop. Prepare yourself to get up very early (pre-6am pickup) as there are limited tickets each hour and they are first come first serve. The ticket office opens at 9am and people are lined up well before then. We were able to get on the 10am tour, which ended about 12:40, and then we arrived back in Seoul just before 2pm. These tours just started operating again in May 2022, and the JSA has been closed since 2019 - so you won’t be able to go there. Lovely time and #TeamNancy is the best!!
Written June 19, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Yuri from VIP Travel. Thank you for your excellent comment and letting us know the detailed point of view and your experience. It's our pleasure to guide you. We look forward to serving you on your next trip. Team Nancy!! : )
Written June 21, 2022
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Ellie H
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Sept 2022 • Family
Whilst the tour itself was good, and our tour guide (Sunny) was excellent and very knowledgeable, the organisation preceding the tour left a lot to be desired. We initially booked the tour for 10/09 and after booking were told we needed to move the date because it was a holiday, which we did no issue. The tour details state that they pick you up from a few hotel locations. We booked accommodation specifically very close to these locations for this exact reason. A week or so after booking I was contacted to inform me that the pickup location had changed to a subway station due to covid. We are 2 years into the pandemic so why has this information not been updated on the website to reflect this change? The new location was now 30 minutes away from the accommodation we specifically booked to be within minutes of the pick up location. Then, a week or so before the tour I was contacted again stating that the pickup time had changed from the one stated when booking. The original time was 7.20am, and it had now changed to 7am. This was annoying given we were now further away than we would have liked, but, again, we accepted the change. Then we were contacted again stating that the pickup time was now 6.30, and then again a few days later that it was 6.20. All this changing information was very annoying, and it now meant we would have to wake up at 5am to make it to the tour on time. On 09/09 I woke up at 6.30am to frantic texts and calls asking where we were and why we hadn't showed up at the pickup location. I informed them that my tour date was 11/09. They apologized for the mistake, but it was yet another example of poor communication and organisation on their part.
As I said, the your itself was very good, and I can't fault Sunny. If you do this your I hope you enjoy it as much as we did, and that the booking process it much easier than ours!
As I said, the your itself was very good, and I can't fault Sunny. If you do this your I hope you enjoy it as much as we did, and that the booking process it much easier than ours!
Written September 11, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Chris from VIP Travel. Thanks for your time to leave us a review. First of all, we are so sorry for all the inconveniences you felt on the tour at DMZ. The policy of limited seat at DMZ is controlled by military and changing the meeting time to early in the morning was the only way for us to avoid worst situation. Hope you understand. And we are trying to provide the pick up service from the nearest meeting point from all the customers location. We apologize if you were dissatisfied with your meeting location. Anyway, we will try to improve all the things which you were not satisfied with. Once again, appreciate a lot for your review and look forward to provide better service on your next trip.
Written September 11, 2022
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Mara W
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The information provided on the website about the tour was outdated and the new tour guidelines were only communicated after payment. The DMZ is even more restricted due to covid regulations.
Hotel pickup wasn’t possible (not communicated before payment), pick-up time was very early from a metro station in Seoul (on the website several tour times were available, but this turned out to not be true).
About 1.5 hours of the tour was just waiting time in very hot and uncomfortable weather early in the morning (very little options for food and drinks). Due to Covid, most places on the route were also closed.
Other than that the tour was informative and the tour guide gave a lot of information during the tour.
If the changes and restrictions had been communicated beforehand, I’d give a better rating. But this way was just disappointing, as there was also no discount offered for then inconveniences.
Hotel pickup wasn’t possible (not communicated before payment), pick-up time was very early from a metro station in Seoul (on the website several tour times were available, but this turned out to not be true).
About 1.5 hours of the tour was just waiting time in very hot and uncomfortable weather early in the morning (very little options for food and drinks). Due to Covid, most places on the route were also closed.
Other than that the tour was informative and the tour guide gave a lot of information during the tour.
If the changes and restrictions had been communicated beforehand, I’d give a better rating. But this way was just disappointing, as there was also no discount offered for then inconveniences.
Written August 5, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Chris from VIP Travel. Thanks for your time to leave us a review. First of all, we are so sorry for all the inconveniences you felt on the tour at DMZ. The policy of limited seat at DMZ is controlled by military and changing the meeting time to early in the morning was the only way for us to avoid worst situation. Hope you understand. And we are trying to provide the pick up service from the nearest meeting point from all the customers location. We apologize if you were dissatisfied with your meeting location. And you will get to visit all the places at DMZ listed on the website. What place at DMZ have you not seen? Anyway, we will try to improve all the things which you were not satisfied with. Once again, appreciate a lot for your review and look forward to provide better service on your next trip.
Written August 6, 2022
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Tali Y
Tel Aviv, Israel29 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
This was one of the first activities we booked upon deciding on the trip to Seoul even though we usually prefer discovering new places ourselves. Entering the DMZ on your own is virtually impossible but even if it weren't I would still recommend the tour. Nancy, our lovely tour guide, is clearly very passionate about the subject and feels deeply about Korea's history. She is super knowledgeable and knew how to deliver the information in a compelling manner. Just as important, she is super organized and made sure we hit all the places we were meant to see in a timely manner, thus saving us from wasting away in long lines - which due to restrictions on the number of visitors allowed per day, is quite an issue at this site. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and gained some insight into the country's painful history. So, if it wasn't clear enough - I highly recommend the tour and particularly Nancy - tour guide extraordinaire!
Written July 12, 2022
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Dear Customer. Hello, this is Sue from VIP Travel. We are delighted that you had a fantastic DMZ tour with one of our knowledgeable guide Nancy. Nancy is one of our knowledgeable guide for sure. We appreciate a lot for your recommendation, all your good words about the tour guide and your time to give us a 5-star review. Your comments are very helpful other customers and to us. Thank you for your Review!
Written July 13, 2022
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I’ll be checking out of my hotel the morning of the tour. Will I be allowed to take all my luggage on the coach?
I’ll be checking out of my hotel the morning of the tour. Will I be allowed to take all my luggage on the coach?
Teresa A
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Should we bring lunch or is it possible to buy? Cash or card? Also, can we buy the bridge add-on on the day or our tour and cash or card? Thanks!
Teresa A
5 contributions
Should we bring lunch or is it possible to buy? Cash or card? Also, can we buy the bridge add-on on the day or our tour and cash or card? Thanks!
Daydream46573719981
1 contribution
Hi, Is young children allow for this tour, as young as aged 7 years old.
Also how should we dress for this tour. Thanks
Daydream46573719981
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Hi, Is this suitable for young children aged 7 years old?
And how should we dress for this tour? Thanks
Oscar Hicks
Oxford, UK8 contributions
What does N Korea look like from there!!? 😁
You see the big flag, some buildings, maybe a person or two. It’s more the idea of seeing N Korea, than the ability to actually see detail.
yeonjoo l
Helsinki, Finland
Hey! we have flight to catch late night, what time tour will be back to seoul if we take 9am tour? We are staying near coex. Thanks!
WorldTraveller010111
McLean, VA31 contributions
we were back after a full day tour at 6pm. The traffic getting back to Seoul was pretty heavy so take that into consideration. Could be before or later than that.
