North Korea - Inside North Korea (12 days)
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North Korea - Inside North Korea (12 days)

Beijing: 
Our journey begins in Beijing. During our time here we visit the Forbidden City, listed by UNESCO as the largest collection of preserved ancient wooden structures in the world. There's also free time to visit less well-known places such as the Hutongs (the narrow alleyways of the old city) with their bustling markets; a great opportunity to see something of everyday life in the capital.

Into the 'Hermit State':In Pyongyang, we discover a country dominated by the late Great Leader Kim Il Sung, and his 'Juche Idea', a philosophy aimed at developing self-reliance, which for over 50 years has governed everyday life. Inspirational monuments testify to this North Korean version of communism. We make the obligatory tribute to Kim Il Sung at the Mansudae Monument, as well as visiting his birthplace at Mangyongdae. In the evening we may have the opportunity to witness some breathtaking acrobatic performances.

To the Mountains:We travel 160 kilometres north to the beautiful Myohyangsan Mountains where we can enjoy a gentle afternoon walk. The famous 'Friendship Exhibition' displays the massive and eclectic collection of items given to the 'Great Leaders' Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il. We continue on near deserted highways, to the ancient capital of Kaesong. We then travel to one of the most fortified areas on earth at the 38th Parallel - the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) where soldiers of the North and South, stand either side of a demarcation line, ensuring that the peninsular remains divided.

  • Day 1: Fly to Beijing
  • Day 2 & 3: Arrive Beijing & visit Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City
  • Day 4 & 5: Fly Pyongyang, city tour; visit Kim Il Sung birth place
  • Day 6: Visit Kumsusan Memorial Palace; drive to Myohyangsan Mountains
  • Day 7: Visit Friendship Exhibition and temple; return Pyongyang
  • Day 8: Visit Art gallery and film studios; drive to Kaesong
  • Day 9: Visit DMZ; return to Pyongyang
  • Day 10: Overnight train to Beijing
  • Day 11: In Beijing
  • Day 12: Fly home or continue travelling


Operated by Explore Worldwide (KO)

Departures: August & April

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