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DMZ Korean War Tour with North Korean Defector in War Memorial

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

The Korean War Memorial displays the history recorded by South Korea. But what about North Korea’s perspective, which also experienced the war? The war is not officially over, and the division continues. The history involves conflicting claims from victims and perpetrators. To truly understand the divided Korea, it’s essential to have a thorough understanding of the Korean War. Through the testimonies of North Koreans who escaped with great difficulty, you can find answers to your questions. This is an exceptional opportunity to discover the real story behind Korea’s division.

Inclusions

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • North Korean defector
  • Certified Tour Guide (Interpreter)

What's not

  • Budget Lunch

Itinerary

  1. Join our tour to hear firsthand stories from North Korean defectors about the Korean War and life in North Korea. The defectors will share how North Koreans learn about the war and their perspectives. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and gain a rare, honest insight into North Korea’s reality. This is a meaningful opportunity to see beyond headlines and understand the truth directly from those who have experienced it.

    3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
Samgakji Station (Transfer stations between Seoul Subway Line 4 and Line 6) Exit #12
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 9 travellers
Operated by
beyond DMZ tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Seoul

  • Its from-price is 32% below the median of the 1500 experiences we list in Seoul.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Seoul

Royal palaces and hanok villages sit among glass towers, buzzing markets and late-night food streets in Seoul, South Korea's capital.

Five grand palaces from the Joseon dynasty grace the city, led by Gyeongbokgung, with its colourful changing of the guard, and Changdeokgung, whose Secret Garden is a serene escape. Between them, Bukchon Hanok Village preserves traditional tiled-roof houses on sloping lanes, and Insadong is known for tea houses, galleries and crafts.

Top-ranked sights in Seoul: Third Tunnel of Aggression, DMZ, Gyeongbokgung Palace.

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