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A group tour is the most cost-saving and enjoyable way to travel to the DPRK. In every tour there will be two local Korean guides and a driver. The main tour guide always speaks English. The second guide speaking other language can be arranged on request. Available languages: German, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Polish, Hungarian, and Japanese.
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Spend the most unorthodox New Year Eve of your life in Pyongyang! Count the seconds to the 2023 New Year together with locals in the main square of the DPRK and enjoy New Year fireworks.
Visit major highlights of the North Korean capital Pyongyang and witness mysterious Mt.Myohyang covered with snow.
Discover Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land where North and South Korea have been standing off against each other for more than half a century. If you love skiing you can stay in Korea a bit longer and enjoy Masik Pass Ski Resort.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be granted for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1028€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1148€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing 1348€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1428€
Application deadline: 28 Nov 2022
Come to the DPRK and celebrate the International Women’s Day on March 8. You will see how women are cherished in the DPRK and will have a chance to attend festivities on this occasion.
See the main attractions in Pyongyang and inspect Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land separating North and South Korea, where we will get a glimpse of South Korea. We will visit Kaesong - the ancient capital of Korea, where we will stay in the atmospheric Minsok Folk Hotel - a cosy traditional style hotel located in the old town. On the way back to the capital we will pass by Sariwon, where we will have a walk on Folk Custom Street and visit a cooperative farm. Finally, we will travel to Mt.Myohyang to enjoy its spring beauty. If you love skiing you can stay in Korea a bit longer to enjoy Masik Pass Ski Resort.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 818€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 938€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing 1118€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1198€
Application deadline: 1 Feb 2023
Turkmenistan Nowruz tour
Ashgabat – Yayla – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv – Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Ashgabat
Ashgabat – Yayla – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv – Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Ashgabat
Celebrate Nowruz in the most mysterious and unexplored country of Central Asia -TURKMENISTAN! Nowruz is the name of the Iranian New Year, also known as the Persian New Year, which is celebrated in Turkmenistan as well. Nowruz is the day of the vernal equinox, and marks the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. It usually occurs on March 21 or the previous/following day, depending on where it is observed. The moment the sun crosses the celestial equator and equalizes night and day is calculated exactly every year, and families gather together to observe the rituals.
During this tour we will enjoy Nowruz festivities in the sub-mountain valley of Akhal. Locals will set up a Turkmen village from oriental tale, hospitable and welcoming, open to friends and neighbors.
We will visit major landmarks of the amazing Turkmen capital Ashgabat included in Guiness Book Record for world's highest density of white marble-clad buildings, travel to the ancient Merv and Kunya Urgench - important cities on the Silk Road, discover the amazing Darwaza Gas Crater which has been burning since 1971, enjoy genuine Turkmen crafts in Chashgyn village and prepare a traditional Turkmen lunch in one of the famous Horse farms.
**TRAVEL TO TURKMENISTAN FROM EUROPE AND TURKEY
The national carrier Turkmenistan Airlines flies usually 1-2 times a week from several Western European capitals. Note that Turkmenistan airlines flights are not bookable online but we can help you with booking. Turkish Airlines have DAILY connections between Istanbul and Ashgabat and these tickets can be booked online.
Application deadline: 1 Feb 2023
7 nights in Turkmenistan: 1798 USD
Turkmenistan Nowruz tour with Uzbekistan extension
Ashgabat – Yayla – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv –Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Nukus – Dead Aral Sea – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
Ashgabat – Yayla – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv –Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Nukus – Dead Aral Sea – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
This tour is an extended version of the Turkmenistan Nowruz tour. Celebrate Nowruz in the most mysterious and unexplored country of Central Asia -TURKMENISTAN!
During this tour we will enjoy Nowruz festivities in the sub-mountain valley of Akhal. Locals will set up a Turkmen village from oriental tale, hospitable and welcoming, open to friends and neighbors.
We will visit major landmarks of the amazing Turkmen capital Ashgabat included in Guiness Book Record for world's highest density of white marble-clad buildings, travel to the ancient Merv and Kunya Urgench - important cities on the Silk Road, discover the amazing Darwaza Gas Crater which has been burning since 1971, enjoy genuine Turkmen crafts in Chashgyn village and prepare a traditional Turkmen lunch in one of the famous Horse farms.
After the Turkmenistan adventure we will cross the land border to UZBEKISTAN. Since 2019 the Uzbek visa is no longer required for most European nationalities.
Walk on the bottom of the Dead Aral Sea and learn about this ecological disaster created by humans in the former port city Muynak. Enjoy the world’s second biggest collection of Russian avant-garde at Savitsky Museum - in the remote city of Nukus.
Feel like in the oriental fairy tale in Khiva, called The Crown Jewel on the Silk Road, enjoy Bukhara - the most complete example of a medieval city in Central Asia, and admire the stunning beauty of the Islamic architecture in Samarkand - the biggest highlight of the Central Asia. Our tour will end in Tashkent - Uzbekistan’s capital city.
**TRAVEL TO TURKMENISTAN FROM EUROPE AND TURKEY
The national carrier Turkmenistan Airlines flies usually 1-2 times a week from several Western European capitals. Note that Turkmenistan airlines flights are not bookable online but we can help you with booking. Turkish Airlines have DAILY connections between Istanbul and Ashgabat and these tickets can be booked online.
Application deadline: 1 Feb 2023
6 nights in Turkmenistan, 7 nights in Uzbekistan: 2598 USD
The 31st Pyongyang International Marathon is planned to be held on April 9, 2023. This is an exciting opportunity for AMATEUR runners to take part in this amazing sport event. Run a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or full marathon in the mysterious capital of North Korea together with Korean and foreign professional and amateur runners. The marathon is also a major opportunity for foreigners in North Korea to mingle with locals and learn about this country from first-hand experience.
Instead of taking part in the race you may just stay in Kim Il Sung Stadium and watch the marathon and a soccer match between local Korean teams. Before and after the Marathon you will enjoy an extensive sightseeing program in the North Korean capital Pyongyang.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 748€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 868€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 958€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1018€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1108€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1158€
Application deadline: 11 Feb 2023
This is an extended version of the Pyongyang Marathon short tour. Run Pyongyang International Marathon on April 9, 2023. Join a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or full marathon in the mysterious capital of North Korea together with Korean and foreign professional and amateur runners. The marathon is also a major opportunity for foreigners in North Korea to mingle with locals and learn about this country from first-hand experience.
Instead of taking part in the race you may just stay in Kim Il Sung Stadium and watch the marathon and a soccer match between local Korean teams. Before and after the Marathon you will enjoy an extensive sightseeing program in the North Korean capital Pyongyang.
We will also drive to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land where South and North Korea have been standing off against each other for more than half a century and explore Kaesong - the old capital of Korea during Koryo Dynasty.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 848€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 968€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1128€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1218€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Beijing 1358€
Application deadline: 11 Feb 2023
This tour offers a very rare opportunity to combine 2 big events - Pyongyang International Marathon and Day of Sun - one of the DPRK’s most important holidays marking the eternal president Kim Il Sung’s birthday. During this amazing trip you will get acquainted with most of the tourist attractions North Korea has to offer.
Take part in Pyongyang International Marathon on April 9, 2023. Run a 5K, 10K, half marathon or full marathon in the mysterious capital of North Korea together with Korean and foreign professional and amateur runners. Instead of taking part in the race you may just stay in Kim Il Sung Stadium and watch the marathon and a soccer match between Korean teams.
See by your own eyes how the capital Pyongyang makes preparations for the Day of Sun festivities. Join the colorful Mass Dance and visit the impressive Flower exhibition.
Travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land separating North and South Korea and enjoy the royal lunch in the Koryo Dynasty capital Kaesong. Discover two major North Korean harbors - Nampo on the West Coast and Wonsan on the East Coast.
Enjoy a trip to the beautiful Mt.Myohyang where we will stay overnight in one of the country’s best hotels - the 5 star Hyangsan Shangrila Hotel.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1558€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1678€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1698€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1728€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1818€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1898€
Application deadline: 11 Feb 2023
The 111th birthday of the eternal President Kim Il Sung will be widely celebrated in the DPRK on April 15. This day is also called “Day of the Sun”. Enjoy an extensive sightseeing program in Pyongyang with all major landmarks.
On the Day of the Sun we will have a chance to join in the colorful Mass Dance and visit a unique Flower exhibition dedicated to flowers named after Korean leaders.
We will travel to Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) at the border with South Korea to witness the tragedy of the Korean nation, separated since 1953 by a 4 km wide strip of land cutting the Korean Peninsula in half. In the DMZ’s vicinity we will visit Kaesong, the ancient capital of Korea and the only city in the DPRK which preserved its original historical make up as it wasn’t destroyed during the Korean War. In Kaesong we will stay in the atmospheric Minsok Folk Hotel - a cosy traditional style hotel located in the historical city center. On the way back to the capital we will pass by Sariwon where we will walk on Folk Custom Street and visit a cooperative farm.
Our adventure will also include a trip to Wonsan - the DPRK’s major port city on the East Coast and a popular tourist resort.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1178€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1398€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1428€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1518€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1598€
Application deadline: 10 Mar 2023
Come to the DPRK to celebrate May Day and join in the festivities with the locals! You will have a chance to see traditional Korean games and performances in Taesongsan Park and experience unique Mass Dance. There might be workers’ demonstration and various street parties.
You will travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - a strip of heavily militarized land dividing North and South Korea and to the ancient Korean capital Kaesong. On the way back from Kaesong you will pass by Sariwon and learn the tragic history of the Korean War at the rarely visited Sinchon Museum of American Crimes.
Finally, you will have a chance to discover the beautiful Mt.Myohyang - one of the five celebrated mountains of Korea.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 928€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1048€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1308€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1398€
Application deadline: 27 Mar 2023
May Day LONG tour with Rason extension
Pyongyang Mt.Myohyang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Sinchon Nampo Orang Kyongsong Chongjin Rajin Pipha Area Sonbong Tumangang Wonjong Yanji
Pyongyang Mt.Myohyang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Sinchon Nampo Orang Kyongsong Chongjin Rajin Pipha Area Sonbong Tumangang Wonjong Yanji
This is an extended version of the May Day CLASSIC tour. Come to the DPRK to celebrate May Day and join in the festivities with the locals. You will have a chance to see traditional Korean games and performances in Taesongsan Park and attend other May Day festivities.We will travel to Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the ancient Korean capital Kaesong, the city of Sariwon, and enjoy the beautiful Mt.Myohyang - one of the five celebrated mountains of Korea. On the West Coast of Korea we will visit the port city of Nampo with its famous West Sea Barrage.Domestic flight will bring us to the North-Eastern part of the country rarely visited by tourists. We will discover Chongjin - the city of iron, 3rd biggest city in the DPRK and then drive to a very unique place in the DPRK - Rason Special Economic Zone. After having the tour in Rason we will travel to Yanji (China) via the Wonjong Sino Korean Friendship bridge and finally fly back to Beijing.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**ATTENTION! Chinese visa is required for this tour.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY, train Yanji-Beijing 2098€
- train Beijing-PY, train Yanji-Beijing 2148€
- flight Beijing-PY, train Yanji-Beijing 2218€
- flight Beijing-PY, flight Yanji-Beijing 2298€
Application deadline: 13 Mar 2023
May Day XL tour with Rason extension and Victory Day in Vladivostok
Pyongyang Mt.Myohyang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Sinchon Nampo Orang Kyongsong Chongjin Rajin Pipha Area Sonbong Tumangang Khasan Ussuriysk Vladivostok
Pyongyang Mt.Myohyang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Sinchon Nampo Orang Kyongsong Chongjin Rajin Pipha Area Sonbong Tumangang Khasan Ussuriysk Vladivostok
This is one of the most amazing tours we run. Unique opportunity to attend May Day festivities in North Korea and Victory Day in Russia combined in one tour package.
Come to the DPRK to celebrate May Day and get a chance to join in the festivities with the locals. Travel to Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the ancient Korean capital Kaesong, cities of Sariwon and Nampo. Enjoy the beautiful Mt.Myohyang - one of the five celebrated mountains of Korea.
Domestic flight will bring us to the North-Eastern part of the country rarely visited by tourists. We will visit Chongjin - the city of iron, 3rd biggest city in the DPRK and then drive to a very interesting place in the DPRK - Rason Special Economic Zone.
After having our tour in Rason we will cross the DPRK/Russia border by train via Tumangang/Khasan border point: only 6 passenger trains pass here every month. The border crossing over the Korean−Russian Friendship Bridge is an amazing experience - from the Railway bridge we will clearly see the unique Tri border area where Russian, North Korean and Chinese borders meet each other in one single point.
Finally, we will reach the city of Vladivostok - the capital of the Russian Far East. On May 9 in Vladivostok we will attend The Victory Day Military Parade on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War (WWII) - one of the biggest National holidays in Russia.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**CHINESE VISA (might be required for this tour)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**RUSSIAN VISA (required for this tour)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY, Tumangang-Ussuriisk 2298€
- train Beijing-PY, Tumangang-Ussuriisk 2358€
- flight Beijing-PY, train Tumangang-Ussuriisk 2498€
Application deadline: 3 Mar 2023
July 27 marks the 70th Anniversary of the Armistice agreement in the Korean War (1950-1953). In the DPRK it is a very important national holiday officially called “The Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War”. Big festivities are expected on the occasion of the Victory Day including a spectacular Mass Dance in one of the main Pyongyang’s squares.
Enjoy the impressive DPRK capital Pyongyang and its major landmarks. Travel to the mysterious Mt.Myohyang and visit the International Friendship Exhibition, the world's biggest treasure house displaying gifts received by DPRK's leaders over the years.
Visit Kaesong - the ancient capital of Korea and one of the few DPRK cities not destroyed by the Korean War. Travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - a strip of heavily militarized land dividing North and South Korea. Since 1953 the DMZ has been a tragic symbol of the Korean nation’s division.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 868€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 988€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1098€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1138€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1218€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
Application deadline: 19 Jun 2023
August 15 is a very important day in the Korean calendar. In 2023 the DPRK will celebrate the 78th Anniversary of Korea’s Liberation from Japanese colonial rule. There will be various festivities on this occasion including a colorful Mass Dance in one of the main Pyongyang’s squares.
See the most important of North Korea within a short time span and attend spectacular festivities on the occasion of the Liberation Day. Get acquainted with the impressive North Korean capital Pyongyang and its major landmarks. Travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - symbol of the national division since 1953 and visit Kaesong - the ancient capital of Korea during the Koryo Dynasty.
Enjoy a walk on the picturesque Folk Custom Street in the city of Sariwon - Pyongyang’s southern gateway.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 898€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1018€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1098€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1138€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1218€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
Application deadline: 10 Jul 2023
This is an extended version of the Liberation Day SHORT tour. Enjoy festivities of August 15 marking the 78th Anniversary of the country’s Liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945. Join in the amazing Mass Dance in Pyongyang city center. See main attractions of the impressive North Korean capital and travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the tragic symbol of the Korean division since 1953. Visit the ancient Korean capital Kaesong and enjoy the charming city of Sariwon.
Discover the port city of Wonsan on the East Coast of Korea and continue your trip to Mt.Kumgang, even called “Diamond Mountains”. With its 12000 peaks offering dramatic views, waterfalls, rivers and ancient Buddhist temples, Mt.Kumgang is a region of breathtaking beauty.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1178€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1398€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1428€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1518€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1598€
Application deadline: 10 Jul 2023
On September 9 the DPRK will celebrate its National Day marking the 75th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Republic. On this occasion there will be an amazing Mass Dance and many different festivities will be held all over the country including the expected Military Parade in Pyongyang.
Inspect the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land separating North and South Korea since 1953, visit the ancient Korean capital Kaesong and enjoy the picturesque city of Sariwon.
Discover the port city of Wonsan on the East Coast of Korea and continue your trip to Mt.Kumgang, even called “Diamond Mountains”. With its 12000 peaks offering dramatic views, waterfalls, rivers and ancient Buddhist temples, Mt.Kumgang is a region of breathtaking beauty.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1178€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1398€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1428€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1518€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1598€
Application deadline: 21 Jul 2023
Pyongyang Wonsan Mt.Kumgang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Samjiyon Mt.Paektu Orang Mt.Chilbo Pyongyang
This is an extended version of the National Day CLASSIC tour and once in a year exclusive opportunity to visit 3 celebrated mountains of the DPRK in one trip. Mt.Paektu - the highest mountain on the Korean Peninsula (2750 m above sea level), with the most striking landscape in the DPRK, and the World’s deepest mountain lake on the summit. It is a hardly accessible mountain which we visit only once a year - most of the time this mountain is covered by snow. Mt.Chilbo - the only place in the DPRK where you can experience a unique home stay with a Korean family. Mt.Kumgang - even called “Diamond Mountains”, it is a region of breathtaking beauty.
September 9 is the DPRK’s main National holiday - the 75th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Republic. On this occasion there will be an amazing Mass Dance and Pyongyang will feature a panoply of events including expected Military Parade.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1938€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 2058€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 2148€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 2258€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 2338€
Application deadline: 21 Jul 2023
Pyongyang Wonsan Mt.Kumgang Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Kaesong Sariwon Samjiyon Mt.Paektu Orang Mt.Chilbo Kyongsong Chongjin Rajin Pipha Area Sonbong Tumangang Wonjong Yanji
This is the longest tour of the year covering almost all sites open for foreign tourists including Rason Special Economic Zone where the DPRK is testing its new economic policy, and 3 celebrated mountains. Mt.Paektu - the most beautiful and famous mountain in Korea with the most striking landscape in the DPRK. Mt.Chilbo - the only place in the DPRK where you can experience a unique home stay with a Korean family. Mt.Kumgang - even called “Diamond Mountains”, it is a region of breathtaking beauty.
September 9 is the DPRK’s main National holiday marking the 75th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Republic. On this occasion there will be an amazing Mass Dance and many different festivities will be held across the country including the expected Military Parade in Pyongyang.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**ATTENTION! Chinese visa is required for this tour unless you leave to Russia by train at the end of your trip.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train Tumangg-Vladiv 2448€
- train Dandong-PY, flight Yanji-Beijing 2508€
- flight Beijing-PY, train Tumangg-Vladiv 2528€
- train Beijing-PY, flight Yanji-Beijing 2568€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, Yanji-Beijing 2648€
- flight Beijing-PY, flight Yanji-Beijing 2728€
Application deadline: 21 Jul 2023
September 9 is the country’s main holiday (National Day) and in 2023 the 75th Anniversary of the DPRK’s foundation will be celebrated. On this occasion there will be an amazing Mass Dance and Pyongyang will feature a panoply of events including expected Military Parade.
We will visit major landmarks of the North Korean capital Pyongyang, go to Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land separating North and South Korea and enjoy the royal lunch in the Koryo Dynasty capital Kaesong. We will also explore Sariwon - Pyongyang’s Southern gateway and have a walk on the cozy Folk Custom street.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 898€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1018€
- train Beijing-PY, flight PY-Vladivostok 1138€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1218€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
Application deadline: 24 Jul 2023
Turkmenistan Independence Day
Ashgabat – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv –Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Ashgabat
Ashgabat – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv –Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Ashgabat
Join our adventure to the most mysterious and unexplored country of Central Asia - TURKMENISTAN!
In September 2023 Turkmenistan will celebrate the 32nd Anniversary of Independence from the Soviet Union. Attend festivities on this occasion - enjoy an amazing show of Turkmenistan’s 5 provinces - Balkan, Ahal, Mary, Lebap and Dashoguz. Watch a special concert performed by popular national artists at one of Ashgabat’s biggest squares. You can be sure - It is going to be an unforgettable trip of a lifetime.
We will visit major landmarks of the amazing Turkmen capital Ashgabat included in Guiness Book Record for world's highest density of white marble-clad buildings, travel to the ancient Merv and Kunya Urgench - important cities on the Silk Road, discover the amazing Darwaza Gas Crater which has been burning since 1971, enjoy genuine Turkmen crafts in Chashgyn village and prepare a traditional Turkmen lunch in one of the famous Horse farms.
**TRAVEL TO TURKMENISTAN FROM EUROPE AND TURKEY
The national carrier Turkmenistan Airlines flies usually 1-2 times a week from several Western European capitals. Note that Turkmenistan airlines flights are not bookable online but we can help you with booking. Turkish Airlines have DAILY connections between Istanbul and Ashgabat and these tickets can be booked online.
Application deadline: 9 Aug 2023
7 nights in Turkmenistan: 1798 USD
Turkmenistan Independence Day with Uzbekistan extension
Ashgabat – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv – Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Nukus – Dead Aral Sea – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
Ashgabat – Gokdepe – Mary – Merv – Chashgyn village – Darwaza (Gas crater) – Kunya Urgench – Nukus – Dead Aral Sea – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
This tour is an extended version of the TURKMENISTAN Independence Day tour. In September 2023 this young country will celebrate the 32nd Anniversary of Independence from the Soviet Union. Attend festivities on this occasion - enjoy an amazing show of Turkmenistan’s 5 provinces - Balkan, Ahal, Mary, Lebap and Dashoguz. Watch a special concert performed by popular national artists at one of Ashgabat’s biggest squares!
Visit major landmarks of the amazing Turkmen capital Ashgabat included in Guiness Book Record for world's highest density of white marble-clad buildings, travel to the ancient Merv and Kunya Urgench - important cities on the Silk Road, discover the amazing Darwaza Gas Crater which has been burning since 1971, enjoy genuine Turkmen crafts in Chashgyn village and prepare a traditional Turkmen lunch in one of the famous Horse farms.
After the Turkmenistan adventure we will cross the land border to UZBEKISTAN. Since 2019 the Uzbek visa is no longer required for most European nationalities.
Walk on the bottom of the Dead Aral Sea and learn about this ecological disaster created by humans in the former port city Muynak. Enjoy the world’s second biggest collection of Russian avant-garde at Savitsky Museum - in the remote city of Nukus.
Feel like in the oriental fairy tale in Khiva, called The Crown Jewel on the Silk Road, enjoy Bukhara - the most complete example of a medieval city in Central Asia, and admire the stunning beauty of the Islamic architecture in Samarkand - the biggest highlight of the Central Asia. Our tour will end in Tashkent - Uzbekistan’s capital city.
**TRAVEL TO TURKMENISTAN FROM EUROPE AND TURKEY
The national carrier Turkmenistan Airlines flies usually 1-2 times a week from several Western European capitals. Note that Turkmenistan airlines flights are not bookable online but we can help you with booking. Turkish Airlines have DAILY connections between Istanbul and Ashgabat and these tickets can be booked online.
Application deadline: 9 Aug 2023
6 nights in Turkmenistan, 7 nights in Uzbekistan: 2598 USD
October 10 marks the 78th Anniversary of the Worker’s Party of Korea - the DPRK’s ruling party. This will be celebrated by several events including colorful Mass Dance in one of Pyongyang’s main squares.
See North Korea’s most important sites within a short time span and attend spectacular festivities on the occasion of the Worker’s Party Anniversary Day.
Enjoy an extensive sightseeing program in Pyongyang with all major landmarks. Visit the ancient capital of Korea Kaesong - the only city in the DPRK which preserved its original historical make up as it wasn’t destroyed during the Korean War, and travel to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - a strip of heavily militarized land dividing North and South Korea.
Discover the beauty of Korean nature in Mt.Myohyang and visit the International Friendship Exhibition, the world's biggest treasure house displaying gifts received by DPRK's leaders over the years.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivalled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 898€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1018€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1098€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1138€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1218€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
Application deadline: 8 Sep 2023
October is definitely the most beautiful month in Korea. Come to the DPRK to enjoy the beauty of autumn leaves and admire some of the most scenic landscapes of the DPRK. See how locals celebrate October 10th – the day marking the 78th Anniversary of the Worker’s Party of Korea. Join in the colorful Mass Dance in one of Pyongyang’s main squares.
Visit all the major landmarks of the impressive North Korean capital Pyongyang and travel to the ancient capital of Korea Kaesong - one of the few cities in the DPRK which has been keeping its historical makeup despite the Korean War. Witness the tragedy of national division in Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - a strip of heavily militarized land dividing North and South Korea.
Enjoy Mt.Myohyang - mountain of “mysterious fragrance” and travel to the East Coast of Korea and the port city of Wonsan.
Explore the rarely visited by foreigners Hamhung - the second largest city in the DPRK and a famous sea resort. In Hamhung we will stay at Majon Luxury Hotel - one of the country’s best hotels located on a fantastic sandy beach. Discover the secret camp in Mt.Okryon and River of Rocks in Mt.Okryon to enjoy amazing views of the Korean countryside that don’t exist elsewhere in the country.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA RUSSIA (Vladivostok)
Russian visa is required for most nationalities but thanks to electronic visa introduction it is very easy to apply for and obtain the Russian visa ENTIRELY ONLINE.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1178€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1298€
- flight Vladivostok-PY-Vladivostok 1398€
- flight Vladivostok-PY, train PY-Beijing 1428€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing or vv 1518€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1598€
Application deadline: 8 Sep 2023
The beginning of November is the best time to see autumn colours at their peak. Discover Korea during red maple leaf season!
This tour makes the most of your time and lets you visit major Korean highlights in a very short time-span. See Pyongyang’s striking architecture and grandiose monuments. Visit the port city of Nampo, the historical town of Sariwon, and Kaesong - the ancient capital of Korea housing a number of sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In Kaesong we will stay in an atmospheric traditional hotel in the old part of the city which still keeps the charm of the past.
Inspect the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - which has been cutting the Korean nation in half for more than 60 years, and enjoy fantastic autumn colours in the rarely visited Mt.Kuwol on DPRK’s West Coast.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 838€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 958€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing 1138€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1198€
Application deadline: 4 Oct 2023
Spend the most unorthodox New Year Eve of your life in Pyongyang! Count the seconds to the 2024 New Year together with locals in the main square of the DPRK and enjoy New Year fireworks.
Visit major highlights of the North Korean capital Pyongyang and witness mysterious Mt.Myohyang covered with snow.
Discover the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - the strip of land where North and South Korea have been standing off against each other for more than half a century. If you love skiing you can stay in Korea a bit longer and enjoy Masik Pass Ski Resort.
On this tour you will have an optional opportunity to take the PYONGYANG AIR CITY TOUR - a 40 minute trip in the skies aboard an Air Koryo Mi-17 helicopter. You will have an unrivaled bird's-eye view of Pyongyang from the sky and a lot of great photo opportunities. If you would like to add this option to your itinerary please inform us when you book your tour.
**TRAVEL TO THE DPRK VIA CHINA (Beijing, Dandong)
Chinese visa is required for most nationalities but VISA EXEMPTION can be made for flight passengers transiting through Beijing on the way to/from Korea.
Tour Extensions:
Tour prices for different transport options:
- train Dandong-PY-Dandong 1028€
- train Beijing-PY-Beijing 1148€
- flight Beijing-PY, train PY-Beijing 1348€
- flight Beijing-PY-Beijing 1428€
Application deadline: 27 Nov 2023
Important information regarding journalists
The DPRK does not allow journalists to visit the country on tourist visas. The submission of false details in the visa application would have serious consequences for us as a tour operator as well as for our Korean partners and DPRK Embassy staff. This is a risk not worth taking. By booking your tour and applying for a visa through us you agree to follow the above rules. Thank you for your understanding.