Explore the sensitive borderlands of the Korean peninsula with a full-day tour from Seoul. Visit Aegibong Peace Ecopark for clear views of North Korea across the Jogang river. Continue to Gyodong Island, a historically distinct village established by northern refugees, and explore the nostalgic Daeryong Market.
After breakfast, meet the private guide and vehicle around 09:00 to set off towards the Aegibong Korean Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), a journey of approximately 1.5 hours.
Upon arrival at the entrance, transfer to the DMZ’s inner shuttle to reach the Eco Exhibition Hall.
From here, a short 10-minute walk leads to the Jogang Observatory at Aegibong Peace Ecopark, offering clear views of North Korea across the Jogang River. There is also time for a relaxing café break, with refreshments at guests’ own expense.
The journey continues to Gyodong Island, located immediately adjacent to North Korea, which requires passage through the heavily guarded Civilian Control Line.
Explore Daeryong Market, a nostalgic alleyway established by North Korean refugees. Due to its remote border location far from Seoul, the market has preserved a pastoral atmosphere reminiscent of the 1970s and 1980s. Take time to wander the lanes and look out for the popular local Koreanised-Chinese snacks.
Lunch at the market, Hwanghae-do gukbap (pork and broth soup), presents an opportunity to taste distinctive heritage cuisine originating from North Korea.
Snacks such as Gangajji-tteok, born from a clever ruse during the Japanese colonial era when locals claimed the rice cakes were for their dogs to avoid food confiscation, reflect the poignant history and unique heritage of the northern refugees who founded the village.
Depart for the return journey to Seoul. (L)
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