Korea North 3 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Pyongyang City Tour

Morning

  • Arrival in Pyongyang: Fly into Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ)
  • Meet your guide: You will be greeted by your designated North Korean tour guide, who will accompany you throughout your trip
  • Grand Monument of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il: Visit the grand monument dedicated to the country’s founding leaders

Afternoon

  • Pyongyang Metro: Explore the capital city’s metro system, which is one of the deepest in the world
  • Kim Il-sung Square: Walk through this historic square, surrounded by important government buildings and monuments
  • Lunch at a local restaurant: Try traditional North Korean cuisine, such as naengmyeon (cold noodles) or bibimbap

Evening

  • Dinner at a revolving restaurant: Enjoy dinner with a panoramic view of Pyongyang from the top floor of the Yanggakdo Hotel
  • Kwangbok Department Store: Visit this iconic department store, which offers a glimpse into North Korean daily life

Things to Know

  • Dress modestly and respectfully when visiting monuments and historical sites
  • Photography is allowed, but be cautious not to take pictures of military personnel or sensitive areas
  • Be prepared for limited internet access and no international roaming

Day 2: Panmunjom and the DMZ

Morning

  • Panmunjom: Visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the border between North and South Korea
  • Joint Security Area: See the conference rooms where negotiations between North and South Korea take place

Afternoon

  • Third Tunnel of Aggression: Explore this tunnel, which was allegedly dug by North Korea to infiltrate South Korea
  • Dora Observatory: Look out over the DMZ from this observation deck
  • Lunch at a local restaurant: Try some traditional Korean dishes, such as kimchi stew or grilled meat

Evening

  • Return to Pyongyang: Drive back to the capital city (approximately 2.5 hours)
  • Kwangbok Music and Dance Ensemble Performance: Enjoy a traditional North Korean music and dance performance

Visa Requirements

  • A visa is required for travel to North Korea
  • Your tour guide will assist with obtaining a visa, which typically takes 1-2 weeks to process
  • Ensure your passport has at least six months’ validity from the date of entry into North Korea

Day 3: Mansudae Grand Monument and Departure

Morning

  • Mansudae Grand Monument: Visit this grand monument dedicated to Kim Il-sung, featuring a massive bronze statue
  • Revolutionary Martyrs’ Cemetery: Pay respects at the final resting place of North Korean revolutionary heroes

Afternoon

  • Farewell lunch: Enjoy a farewell meal with your guide and reflect on your experiences in North Korea
  • Departure from Pyongyang: Fly out of Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ)

Transportation

  • Domestic flights are available between cities, but not always reliable
  • Road travel is common, but be prepared for long journeys on sometimes rough roads
  • Your tour guide will assist with all transportation arrangements

Other Things to Know

  • North Korea is a cash-only economy; bring sufficient local currency (Korean won) or foreign currency (USD, EUR, CNY)
  • Respect local customs and traditions, especially when visiting monuments and historical sites
  • Be prepared for variable weather conditions, including extreme heat in summer and cold in winter