Seoul: DMZ with Retired Military Officer & North Korean Defector
Meet retired Korean military officers and a real North Korean defector,
the only DMZ tour where you hear both sides of the story.
1. Real Soldiers, Real Stories
Your guides are not actors. They are real veterans who served at the DMZ.
- Agent SJ: Special Forces Major, Iraq war veteran
- Agent Tiger: Former artillery commander, 20+ years at the front line
- Agent Eddie: Tunnel expert, DMZ briefer for U.S. and Korean military
- Agent Jason: 31-year intelligence officer (retired Lieutenant Colonel)
- Agent Leo: Special Forces, 705th Special Mission Regiment
2. Meet a Real North Korean Defector
The heart of the tour. Talk face-to-face with someone who escaped North
Korea. Ask any question. Join a live Q&A and learn what life in North
Korea is really like.
3. See North Korea With Your Own Eyes
From Dora Observatory, look directly into North Korean territory. Your
guide explains the real history from someone who lived it.
*For groups of 10+, free hotel pick-up is included*
Kayaking & SUP Experience in Seoul
We believe the Han River is the perfect place to enjoy both the calm of the morning and the most peaceful sunset in Seoul.
Here, you’ll discover a hidden side of the city that even many locals have yet to find.
Experience serene water activities surrounded by nature and quiet.
Sunset on the river is magical, but mornings are just as special—calm, refreshing, and the perfect way to start your day.
On hot summer days, a dip in the river is all you need to cool off, while paddling with views of landmarks like Lotte Tower and Namsan Tower all around you.
I’m Koa, passionate about water sports and currently the only one offering water activities in English here.
So don’t get me mixed up with anyone else!
You’ll always be welcomed with a big smile and a warm greeting—probably the warmest you’ll find in Korea.
Buam dong Walking Tour Art, History and Parasite in Seoul
Step off the beaten path and explore Buam-dong, Seoul’s hidden gem. This 2.5-hour walking tour takes you through a peaceful hillside neighborhood filled with history, art, and mountain views.
Visit the Choi Gyu-sik Memorial Statue, learn about Cold War history, and discover the serene Cheongun Literature Library, Seoul’s first Hanok library.
Explore the Hill of Poet Yoon Dong-ju, enjoy views of Bugaksan, Inwangsan, and Bukhansan, and visit the Seoul City Wall and Changuimun Gate.
See a Parasite filming location and finish at Mugyewon, a Hanok cultural space.
Perfect for culture lovers, nature seekers, and those seeking authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences in Seoul.
(Small Group) Palace & Seoul Old Town Highlights
Discover Seoul’s must-see highlights, loved by both locals and visitors. This tour blends royal history with vibrant city culture in the heart of Seoul.
Start at Jogyesa Temple and Insadong, pass through Gwanghwamun Square, and explore Gyeongbokgung Palace, the most iconic royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty. Finish with a walk through Bukchon Hanok Village, known for its traditional houses and charming streets.
Seoul’s best. Don’t miss it.
Traditional Korean Mother-of-Pearl Craft Workshop
Hwiho Craft is a traditional craft experience workshop in Korea, where you can immerse yourself in the art of mother-of-pearl craftsmanship.
Through this experience, you will learn the techniques behind working with mother-of-pearl, a unique material made from thinly processed seashells that display vibrant colors. These natural hues possess a sophisticated beauty that can’t be replicated artificially.
At our workshop, you will have the opportunity to create a variety of items, such as keychains, hair accessories, compact mirrors, and accessory boxes, all using mother-of-pearl.
You can express a wide range of designs, from traditional Korean patterns to personal initials. We offer a selection of patterns, shapes, and even Hangeul or English letters to create a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
Join us at one of Seoul’s hottest spots and craft your very own personalized keepsake!
Seoul Cultural Tour - Kimchi Making, Gyeongbok palace with Hanbok
Kimchi Making Class Seoul
Kimchi is one of Korea’s most iconic dishes that has acquired world fame thanks to its healthy properties. We will guide you through the history and tradition around this superfood, and teach you how to prepare it yourself. Don’t miss the opportunity to become a kimchi expert and spend a day full of fun and cultural immersion with our Kimchi Making Class Seoul!
Wear a Hanbok Experience – Dress to Impress
After our Kimchi Making Class in Seoul, you will have the chance to fully dive into the authentic environment by wearing a Hanbok in Palace. A Hanbok is a form of traditional Korean dress available for both men and women that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty. The attire is semi-formal and is usually worn during celebrations and festivals.
Hidden Seoul: Shamanism, Myths & Sacred Mountains
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Unlike typical Seoul tours focused on palaces, food, or modern attractions, this experience explores one of the most hidden and least understood aspects of Korean culture: Korean shamanism.
On the sacred slopes of Inwangsan Mountain, you'll visit active shrines, hear ancient myths and legends, and discover how shamanic traditions continue to coexist with modern life in Seoul. This is not a museum exhibition or a staged cultural performance, but a journey into living spiritual practices that remain part of Korean society today.
Along the way, you'll learn about mountain worship, guardian spirits, folk beliefs, and the role of shamans in Korean culture. For those interested in a deeper experience, there may also be an opportunity to meet a practicing Korean shaman and gain firsthand insight into one of Korea's oldest living traditions.
Beyond Seoul: Starfield Library, Hwaseong Fortress & Cave Quest
Escape Seoul's bustle for a day of modern marvels and ancient wonders! Kick off at the awe-inspiring Starfield Library in Suwon, a futuristic book haven blending sleek design with endless shelves. Wander the UNESCO-listed Hwaseong Fortress, an 18th-century masterpiece with unique military gates, pavilions offering panoramic views, and a resilient history of restoration amid Korea's turbulent past. Delve into Gwangmyeong Cave, Asia's largest themed underground park in a former gold mine, featuring Wine Cave tastings, Aqua World, the decorative Golden Waterfall, and a Road lined with golden plaques, a massive dragon sculpture, LED-lit horrors, and an underground lake for immersive thrills. Round-trip transport from Myeongdong or Seoul City Hall ensures a hassle-free adventure.
Cinematic Hanbok Photoshoot at Seoul Gyeongbokgung
Meet your professional photographer at the meeting point already wearing Hanbok.
★ We only provide the photoshoot service.
⚠️ Hanbok rental, hair, and makeup are not included, so please prepare your Hanbok in advance.
★ This is a group photoshoot. Guests arriving more than 5 minutes late cannot join the session.
⚠️ Please read before booking
• Hanbok rental shops near Gyeongbokgung can be very busy and may take 30–60 minutes.
• Please arrive at the rental shop at least 1 hour before your photoshoot time.
⚠️ Pricing
All prices are per person. Each participant must book separately.
Example:
2 people → book for 2 participants
⚠️ Session Duration
Photoshoot time is per session, not per person.
⚠️ Example:
30-minute session with 3 people → shared 30 minutes
K-pop boyband Film Location Private Day Trip
Visit the best shooting locations of the internationally known Korean boys band BTS!
You will discover the famous shooting locations of their famous albums and music videos (Spring Day, Run, War of Hormone, …). In addition to that, participate in fun activities that both children and adults can enjoy.
Kimchi class with Chef Hakyung near Gyeongbokgung place
The instructor is a professional chef with an educational background and 7 years of experience in Korean cuisine. (Working michelin guide one star restaurant and Korean consulat in the USA as a Chef)
Class will begin with a demonstration followed by the hands on portion. During the demonstration, you will have some tea or soda, prepared by Chef with high quality ingredients from multiple Korean farms. By the end of the class, you will learn how to cook traditional Korean food from scratch. The space is also perfect for taking photos during and after class, and you will be able to have your food in studio or take it to go. The studio is easily accessible to Gyeongbokgung Palace and the traditional market. I look forward to meeting everyone!
Seoul DMZ Tour with 3rd Tunnel and Red Suspension Bridge
After meeting your guide at the designated meeting location, you will move the Imjingak park. On the way, you can hear interesting history about Korean war. It'll help you to understand DMZ better.
The suspension bridge, locates in Mt. Gamak and the heroic battle of British troops took place in the Korean War.
Imjingak Park, locates 7 km from the Military Demarcation Line, is well known for its related to the Korean War. You can check Mangbaedan and the Bridge of Freedom. Also, you can visit Dokgae Bridge. This bridge was blown up while the Korean war and reconstructed.
And then let's explore The 3rd Tunnel. It spans over 1,635m in length, 2m in width, and 2m in height and is located 52km from Seoul.
From Dora Observatory, you can overlook North Korea and various locations. If you are lucky, you can even see people who is living and working there.
we will drop you off near the meeting location.
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Hanok Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Explore Highlights of Seoul
Discover the beauty of Seoul with a professional guide. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace and catch the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony.
Walk through Hanok Village(Bukchon or Namsangol) and snap photos of traditional Korean houses.
Visit the Cheongha Ginseng Museum to explore and shop for ginseng products, known as one of the most effective natural energy boosters and supporters of the immune system.
Enjoy panoramic city views from Bugak Skyway, surrounded by mountains.
Wrap up the tour with local flavors at Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest and most popular markets.
If you choose Full-day Tour, the tour Includes lunch time(own expenses) ▶ War Memorial of Korea ▶ Jogyesa Temple ▶ Tapgol Park ▶ Myeongdong Cathedral(Drop-off)
**All the participants should be at the designated departure point, Myeongdong Station #10
**To avoid traffic jam in the morning, we recommend using metro(subway) for transportation to the meeting point
Exclusive small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup&dropoff
Enjoy your hotel pickup and dropoff service in designated area of Seoul after DMZ tour in Small Group
Only small group tour allows this service , you don't have to worry about the how to get to meeting point or get back to your hotel
Join and make your experience less stress and easygoing!
DMZ expert tour guide will lead the group and give you narration of Korean war and North Korea , watching North Korea with your naked eyes , experiencing DMZ and feeling it!
Itinerary
Classic DMZ tour : Imjingak peace park, 3rd Tunnel, Dora observatory and Unification village
North Korea Defector meeting - this one is optional at you will go around the park
Suspension Bridge at Mt.Gamaksan where you can find then beautiful scenery of Korean Nature
JSA studio where you can take fund pictures or airport shooting
In one day, you will understand Korea and Korean more
Don’t just visit Korea – experience it
Nami Island from Seoul: Petit France and Garden of Morning Calm
Unlike other Nami Island group tours, this tour is a small group tour for a maximum of 7 people, which makes this tour more personal and intimate. Enjoy this 10-hour small group tour of Nami Island, Petit France, and Garden of Morning Calm. Get away from the busy city and enjoy the beautiful scenery at these popular destinations. You may also recognize Nami Island from the popular Korean drama "Winter Sonata." In between sites, visit Chuncheon to enjoy the city's world famous Dakgalbi (spicy stir fried chicken).
There is also an option to make this a private tour for just your group.
Note: You will not have to worry about being brought to overpriced ginseng/amethyst centers as this tour is compulsory shopping free.
Sip Heritag Drinks with Korean Brew Master in Bukchon
Discover the delicate and deeply rooted art of Korean traditional alcohol through an immersive exploration of regional stories, brewing philosophy, terroir, and the cultural rituals surrounding drinking in Korea. Far beyond a simple tasting, this experience invites you to understand Korean alcohol as a living heritage shaped by climate, agriculture, history, and everyday life.
Guided by specialists in Korean food and fermentation culture, you will explore multiple styles of traditional Korean alcohol, including makgeolli, yakju, takju, and soju. Each brew is introduced with careful explanation, allowing you to compare textures, aromas, flavors, and brewing methods while gaining insight into how ingredients, fermentation techniques, and regional environments influence the final character of each drink. Rather than focusing on quantity, the experience emphasizes understanding, context, and sensory awareness.
This refined experience is open exclusively to travelers of legal drinking age
Seoul City Private Full-Day Tour Including Lunch
The country of the morning calm is full of history, and its capital, Seoul, abounds with authentic treasures. Join this 8-hour private tour to discover some of the most renowned gems of South Korean culture. From the great palaces to the N Tower, this tour will lead you through the ages to discover the old & the brand new capital.
Discover Round Korea in 7days: All-Inclusive Experience
We have No options and No shopping which is basically all inclusive tour program. As well as we serve you different kinds of diversity traditional food of Korea.
Typical food, encounters with the locals, folklore and many authentic experiences are not be missed.
An ideal tour for those who want to relax in beautiful Korea, travel through history by spectacular scenery.
Indulge yourself in cultural and outdoor activities while enjoying a high quality of service in the hotels on your itinerary. All these ingredients combine to give you a taste of the authentic life of the all Round of Korea!
* It includes a schedule to visit the wellness facility designated by the Korea Tourism Organization.
Private DMZ Insider Tour: Meet a NK Defector, 3rd Tunnel & Bridge
This is operated by PLK Travel -the BEST DMZ tour agency
Meet a North Korean defector and hear her raw, firsthand escape story, where survival was never guaranteed.
Then join a live Q&A to ask anything and get honest answers about life on the other side of the border.
100% No-Shopping Guarantee: No forced stops or unnecessary detours—your time is 100% yours.
Expert Storytelling: Deep historical insights from specialized, fluent English-speaking guides (not just drivers).
True Private Comfort: Stress-free door-to-door hotel pickup and drop-off in a premium, air-conditioned vehicle.
Iconic DMZ Sites: Explore the Third Infiltration Tunnel, Dora Observatory, and Imjingak Park.
Scenic Serenity: A personalized choice between the Gamaksan Mountain or Majang Lake Suspension Bridge.
Flexible & Personalized: A private itinerary that moves at your preferred pace, ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers.
Gangnam Walking Tour on Youth and Society in Seoul Korea
Discover how the younger generation of South Korea cope with the pressures of the country's economic achievements.
Travel with June & Jessica, local guide who will take you to deeper layers of Korean society.
Follow us through bustling streets tucked between highrise buildings. Gaze at the endless advertisements for various beauty products, luxury brands, and even plastic surgery clinics. Realize what you are seeing reflects a deep issue in Korean society.
The Korean system achieved outstanding results of development, but also left lots of challenges behind.
What are making a wealthy country, Korea, into one of the unhappiest countries in the world?
Learn about the darker aspects of living in South Korea. Find out why Korea has such high suicide rates, a low birth rate, an intense emphasis placed on education, and the country's obsession with beauty.
Gain a different perspective as you stroll the wealthy neighborhood to the tour's end point at the Han River.
Private Transfer Incheon Cruise Terminal from and to Seoul
For Cruise Terminal-to-Hotel transfers:
Driver will wait for 1 hour and 30 minutes until you complete your immigration procedures.
If you are delayed due to long lines at immigration or a flight delay,
there will be no additional charges. Please notify us in advance.
For hotel-to-airport transfers:
Driver will wait for up to 30 minutes.
If your delay is due to a hotel check-out issue that isn't your fault, please let us know. We will either continue to wait or replace you with another vehicle.
If we are able to contact you, we will ensure your transportation throughout the entire process.
If you are dissatisfied with the service, please contact us immediately. We offer refunds or free service.
2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
The DMZ area is the closest district to North Korea. This is primarily held in the Imjingak peace park where you can see the freedom bridge and Mangbaedan.
Then move to Dora observatory where you can take a glimpse look at North Korea. Weather permitting, you can observe North Korea through a telescope.
The last stop will be the 3rd tunnel, which you will have the opportunity to enter the tunnel made by North Korean soldiers on foot.
This tour is ideal for those interested in experiencing a unique glimpse into North Korea and the DMZ region..
We might need to take a DMZ shuttle at the Imjingak Park to enter the DMZ area by the government policy if less than 30 customers or all the spaces are taken.
Recognized as a 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best experience, this DMZ tour ranks among the top 1% of activities worldwide, based on consistently excellent traveler reviews.
Private DMZ the 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul (optional Red Bridge)
Experience the ultimate adventure with our Private DMZ Tour from Seoul, tailored for up to 6 people! Enjoy seamless hotel pickup in downtown Seoul, a dedicated private tour guide, and comfortable transport with a skilled driver. Journey to the enigmatic Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), a historic border steeped in intrigue. Explore the Third Tunnel of Aggression, a chilling relic of tension, and take in views of North Korea from Dora Observatory. Visit Imjingak Park, where symbols of hope and unity resonate deeply. This exclusive, personalized tour offers an intimate dive into Korea's complex history, blending geopolitical marvels with poignant moments. Perfect for small groups seeking a bespoke experience, our Private DMZ Tour promises unforgettable insights and memories. Book now to uncover the mysteries of the DMZ in style and comfort!
Full-day Customizable Private Seoul Highlight Tour
Don't waste your time for other tourists waiting and compulsory shopping centers in package tour! Spend enough time at the tour destination and enjoy the tour with your own friend or family! This tour program will help you do that! In this tour program, you will visit major palaces, Gyeongbok palace after rental of hanbok(optional). So you will take pictures in the palace in Hanbok! Furthermore you will visit other tour destination like Bukchon Hanok village or Namsan Hanok village, Gwangjang market, Seoul N Tower, Myeongdong Hyper shopping center,etc. But this is just a suggestion plan for you. If there's other place you want to visit, you can change the itinerary! Lunch will be suggested by my tour guide! which can be Grilled Bulgogi Set Menu or Korean home style table, Korean noodle,etc. Depending on your interest you can choose menu! Tour guide will bring you to good local restaurants that locals love! This tour is made to make your trip to Korea more special and memorable!