Seoul Day Tour to Aegibong Peace Ecopark & Jogang Observatory
Getting to the Demilitarized Zone, or DMZ, requires some logistical fenagling, which can be a hassle if you don’t speak Korean. This tour—which includes pickup from your choice of Myeong-dong or Hongik University Station—covers the logistics so that you can visit in ease, and includes a stop at the only Starbucks in the world with views over North Korea.
Highlights
- ✓Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Learn about Korea from your English-speaking guide
- ✓Depart from your choice of Myeong-dong or Hongik University
- ✓Stop at a Starbucks with North Korea views
What you'll see & do
- ✓Aegibong is famous for the place where displaced people often visit. After the Korean War, many displaced people missed their homes and visited Aegibong to see their hometown. Also, famous for the Starbucks cafe on the observatory now. The old observatory was established in 1978, but was demolished and it was renewed by the name of Jogang observatory where you can see the northern land from the closest distance. Used to known with a huge Christmas tree, but Christmas lights were too bright to N. Korea and it caused conflict due to lack of electricity in N. Korea. The tree was removed, but Aegibong Peace Ecopark workers built the bridges in shape of the tree. This Ecopark is a symbolic place representing peace and harmony.
What's included
- ✓Professional Tour guide (If the option is selected)
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Requirements for Passports
What's not included
- ✓Coffee at the Starbucks is not included
- ✓Any food or drinks are not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Travel insurance
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Seoul Day Tour to Aegibong Peace Ecopark & Jogang Observatory
Getting to the Demilitarized Zone, or DMZ, requires some logistical fenagling, which can be a hassle if you don’t speak Korean. This tour—which includes pickup from your choice of Myeong-dong or Hongik University Station—covers the logistics so that you can visit in ease, and includes a stop at the only Starbucks in the world with views over North Korea.
Highlights
- ✓Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Learn about Korea from your English-speaking guide
- ✓Depart from your choice of Myeong-dong or Hongik University
- ✓Stop at a Starbucks with North Korea views
What you'll see & do
- ✓Aegibong is famous for the place where displaced people often visit. After the Korean War, many displaced people missed their homes and visited Aegibong to see their hometown. Also, famous for the Starbucks cafe on the observatory now. The old observatory was established in 1978, but was demolished and it was renewed by the name of Jogang observatory where you can see the northern land from the closest distance. Used to known with a huge Christmas tree, but Christmas lights were too bright to N. Korea and it caused conflict due to lack of electricity in N. Korea. The tree was removed, but Aegibong Peace Ecopark workers built the bridges in shape of the tree. This Ecopark is a symbolic place representing peace and harmony.
What's included
- ✓Professional Tour guide (If the option is selected)
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Requirements for Passports
What's not included
- ✓Coffee at the Starbucks is not included
- ✓Any food or drinks are not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Travel insurance
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.