We’ll depart early for the
Cheorwon region and its section of the
DMZ, the Demilitarized Zone that marks the division between the two Koreas. We’ll explore the
Second Tunnel, secretly dug by the North Korean army and discovered in 1975. We’ll then head to the
Cheorwon Peace Observatory, offering panoramic views of the DMZ and the first villages of North Korea. Inside, there is a small museum dedicated to the Korean War. Our route will continue with a visit to the abandoned Woljeong-ri railway station. We’ll also visit the
Baek Ma Battle Memorial, which honors the role of a French UN battalion during the battles.
Lunch included. Finally, we’ll visit a local producer of
Makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice liquor. We’ll return to Seoul in the evening.
Important note: Please remember to bring your passport, as it is required. The DMZ is a military zone and could be closed unexpectedly without prior notice. If this happens, an alternative route will be provided.
With our guide, we go to
City Hall, to see this impressive tsunami-looking building. Across from City Hall, we’ll see Deoksugung Palace, beautifully lit at night, allowing us to appreciate the blend of tradition and modernity in this country. From there, we’ll walk to the
Myeongdong district, South Korea’s largest shopping and entertainment area, whose name means “bright town.” Dinner will be included at a local restaurant. To return to hotel we’ll take the modern and efficient
metro (ticket included). Overnight accommodation.