Hwaamsa Temple and the DMZ Observatory in Goseong from Sokcho
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About the Activity
This tour involves a significant amount of walking. Escape busy Seoul and stroll through a thousand-year-old temple embraced by Korea’s natural beauty. You can experience the essence of Gangwon Province in one trip: the majestic Seoraksan Mountain, the DMZ observatories, and museums where you can learn about the Korean War Most tourists climb Ulsanbawi, but few know about the hidden viewpoint across from it. Discover this local secret at Sinsundae near Hwaamsa Temple, where you can take in stunning views of Ulsanbawi in peace. The trail is short but steep and slippery, so proper footwear such as sneakers or hiking shoes is required. Unless there is heavy rainfall, the hike will proceed as scheduled, so please remember to bring a raincoat. On days with heavy rain, the hike will be replaced with a visit to the Displaced Civilians Museum on the way back. The tour operates even with just one participant. Meals are provided only when there are two or more participants in total.7 hours to 8 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Fees : Admission fees. Admission fee
Food and drink : Lunch. Meals are provided only when there are at least two participants.
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Hwaamsa Temple
100, Hwaamsa-gil, Toseong-myeon, Goseong-gun, South KoreaExperience the essence of Seoraksan from Sinsundae, facing Ulsanbawi, and visit Hwaamsa — a thousand-year-old temple in the beautiful city of Goseong.3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Goseong Unification Observatory
188, Machajin-ri, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, South KoreaThe biggest event that shaped modern Korea was the Korean War. It was one of the largest wars representing the Cold War structure of the 20th century. After the war, Korea rose from being one of the poorest countries to becoming a cultural and IT powerhouse. Your guide will help you understand this journey in an easy and accessible way.3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pickup at your location is mainly available in the Sokcho and Goseong areas. Yangyang and Gangneung are also possible, but an additional fee applies.
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Seoul time to receive 100% refund.
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No reviews found!Operated by TONY'S EASTERN DMZ TOURCreated on 03 May 2025Created on 24 Jun 2025
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