Why should you choose Koryo Tours?
Choosing to travel to unusual destinations such as North Korea is a big decision, and choosing the right people to take you is an incredibly important part of that. Learn about how we facilitate tourism responsibly in some of the most interesting and unique destinations on our planet, and at the same time ensure you get the most out of your once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Our North Korea tours are designed with the purpose of making sure you see and do as much as possible on tour in North Korea (DPRK). Touring this country is the opportunity of a lifetime for many, and we use our 28 years of North Korea experience to ensure you get the most out of your time there.
We have classic, speciality, and budget North Korea tours scheduled throughout the year. Get in touch for help on deciding which North Korea tour is best for you. Our experts are happy to answer all your questions.
Unsure if a North Korea group tour is for you?
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Alternatively, head to our North Korea Private Tours and get in touch for a bespoke North Korea tour itinerary.
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Note: We require all travellers on international and North Korea tours to have valid travel insurance.
NOTICE: The North Korean border is currently closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Please check COVID-19 & North Korea for updated information. NO Tours to North Korea (DPRK) will be taking place until the border is open again. The tours below are planned departure dates but until the country is open to tourists again all tours will remain suspended.
Use the search function below to find tours. Please note that our tours for May Day start in April and tours for China National Day (1 October) start in September.
Be in Pyongyang for one of North Korea’s biggest national
holidays as well as seeing highlights of North Korea beyond
Pyongyang
From 1395 EUR per person
Please apply by 28th February, 2025.
Be in Pyongyang for one of North Korea’s
biggest national holidays as well as
seeing highlights of North Korea beyond
Pyongyang
From 1395 EUR per person
Just like every country, North Korea has much more to offer than just its capital. This week Korea tour package will take you to cities and places outside of Pyongyang that many consider as the highlights of North Korea beyond Pyongyang! Tick off must-see sites such as the Juche Tower, Kim Il Sung Square, and the Mansudae Grand Monument statue of the Great Leaders, as well as other highlights; Kaesong, DMZ, Nampo, and Mt. Myohyang We will also go off the beaten track for a short visit to Anju, an industrial city between Pyongyang and Mt. Myohyang and hardly ever on offer by other tour companies.
You'll also be in the city for the amazing Pyongyang Marathon, one of the most unique marathons in the world. Run alongside local Korean runners as you power through the streets of Pyongyang which will be lined with thousands of Koreans cheering you on as you go.
Running through the streets of Pyongyang is one of the most unique ways to explore the fascinating and unique capital.
More importantly, joining us on this tour means you’ll get to join the local North Koreans in celebrating one of the most important dates in the Korean calendar; Kim Il Sung’s Birthday. Expect mass dances and even the possibility of a military parade and a firework display over the Taedonggang river. We will also get a chance to see the orchid named after the President, the Kimilsungia.
Only got a few days to spare? Strapped for cash? See our Kim Il Sung Birthday Short Tour!
Scroll down for an overview of the full Kim Il Sung Birthday Tour highlights, tour itinerary, transport options, DPRK tourist visa information, and extra add-ons.
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This tour travels between Beijing-Pyongyang by train each way in a hard-sleeper carriage (6 bunks per compartment). The train journey takes 24 hours with a transfer at the city of Dandong. One-way or round-trip flights are also available. The flight takes around 90 minutes. For an extra 265 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional 435 EUR. We recommend flight entry with a train return for the best overall experience on your trip.
If you're heading back to Beijing by train this option lets you get off for an overnight in Dongrim before the next day's tour of Sinuiju — the border city with China. Spend an extra 24 hours in the DPRK seeing the sites of North Pyongan province. You will then continue on through to Beijing.
See moreInstead of immediately returning to Beijing when your tour ends you can take some extra time to visit this fascinating border city, which directly faces the DPRK town of Sinuiju, but lies on the Chinese side of the Yalu River. We offer both one-night and two-night fully guided extensions that take in all the sights of Dandong, with a special North Korea theme.
See moreAll hotel rooms on our all-inclusive group tours feature twin beds, and will be shared. If you'd like a room to yourself then you can upgrade for an extra 40 EUR per night.
See moreWe're unable to take you on one of our tours if you do not have medical insurance that covers the destination in question. Issues of isolation and infrastructure where we go mean it would be irresponsible of us to do so. We can provide this if you do not have it — or you can use your own.
Groups will be in the experienced hands of two or three local Korean guides and an experienced Koryo Tours tour leader. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ to what is advertised above. Your tour leader will ensure, however, that everything available at the time is covered, and replacement options are provided where needed. We will also add in extras when there is time (such as a visit to a local bar or amusement park). We visit the DPRK regularly so know all the best places to go, and how to make the most of your days there to guarantee the experience of a lifetime. After the tour, we will send out a list of all participants' emails so you can keep in touch, swap photos etc. If you do not wish to be on this list then please let us know.
Please apply by 28th February, 2025.
Be in Pyongyang for one of North Korea’s biggest national
holidays in years as well as seeing North Korea beyond
Pyongyang
From 1199 EUR per person
Please apply by 28th February, 2025.
Be in Pyongyang for one of North Korea’s
biggest national holidays in years
as well as seeing North Korea beyond
Pyongyang
From 1199 EUR per person
Just like every country, North Korea has much more to offer than just its capital. This 5-night Korea tour package will take you to cities and places outside of Pyongyang. Tick off must-see sites such as the Juche Tower, Kim Il Sung Square, and the Mansudae Grand Monument statues of the Leaders, as well as other highlights; Kaesong, and Nampo.
You'll also be in the city for the amazing Pyongyang Marathon, one of the most unique marathons in the world. Run alongside local Korean runners as you power through the streets of Pyongyang that will be lined with thousands of Koreans cheering you on as you go.
Running through the streets of Pyongyang is one of the most unique ways to explore the fascinating and unique capital.
More importantly, joining us on this tour means you’ll get to join the local North Koreans in celebrating one of the most important dates in the Korean calendar; Kim Il Sung’s Birthday. Expect mass dances and even the possibility of a military parade and firework display over the Taedonggang river. We will also get a chance to see the orchid named after the President, the Kimilsungia.
Want a longer option? try The Kim Il Sung Birthday Tour for a one week adventure including all of the above and more!
Scroll down for an overview of the full Kim Il Sung Birthday Tour highlights, tour itinerary, transport options, DPRK tourist visa information, and extra add-ons.
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This tour travels between Beijing-Pyongyang by train each way in a hard-sleeper carriage (6 bunks per compartment). The train journey takes 24 hours with a transfer at the city of Dandong. One-way or round-trip flights are also available. The flight takes around 90 minutes. For an extra 265 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional 435 EUR. We recommend flight entry with a train return for the best overall experience on your trip.
If you're heading back to Beijing by train this option lets you get off for an overnight in Dongrim before the next day's tour of Sinuiju — the border city with China. Spend an extra 24 hours in the DPRK seeing the sites of North Pyongan province. You will then continue on through to Beijing.
See moreInstead of immediately returning to Beijing when your tour ends you can take some extra time to visit this fascinating border city, which directly faces the DPRK town of Sinuiju, but lies on the Chinese side of the Yalu River. We offer both one-night and two-night fully guided extensions that take in all the sights of Dandong, with a special North Korea theme.
See moreAll hotel rooms on our all-inclusive group tours feature twin beds, and will be shared. If you'd like a room to yourself then you can upgrade for an extra 40 EUR per night.
See moreWe're unable to take you on one of our tours if you do not have medical insurance that covers the destination in question. Issues of isolation and infrastructure where we go mean it would be irresponsible of us to do so. We can provide this if you do not have it — or you can use your own.
Groups will be in the experienced hands of two or three local Korean guides and an experienced Koryo Tours tour leader. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ to what is advertised above. Your tour leader will ensure, however, that everything available at the time is covered, and replacement options are provided where needed. We will also add in extras when there is time (such as a visit to a local bar or amusement park). We visit the DPRK regularly so know all the best places to go, and how to make the most of your days there to guarantee the experience of a lifetime. After the tour, we will send out a list of all participants' emails so you can keep in touch, swap photos etc. If you do not wish to be on this list then please let us know.
Please apply by 28th February, 2025.
May Day, or International Workers Day in North Korea is a day for holiday celebrations.
Join in the festivities in Pyongyang, and travel further afield to historic Kaesong
and Pyongsong.
From 1349 EUR per person
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
May Day, or International Workers Day in North Korea is
a day for holiday celebrations. Join in the festivities
in Pyongyang, and travel further afield to historic Kaesong
and Pyongsong.
From 1349 EUR per person
May Day is one of the best times to visit North Korea during the calendar year for the fine weather and festivities. Also known as International Workers’ Day, or Labour Day, May Day is a day off and locals take to the outdoors for picnics, dancing, and sports.
In addition to the highlights of the North Korean capital Pyongyang and historic Kaesong on the Demilitarised Zone (the North-South border), we’ll join in the celebrations as you experience North Korean culture like a local.
We have time for walks in the city, dining at some of Pyongyang’s most interesting restaurants, challenging a local company's team in volleyball, and shopping at the Kwangbok Department Store. We will also visit Pyongsong, the center of the country's science and technology sectors as well as Nampo, the largest international trading port in North Korea.
Want to experience more of North Korea and visit the least visited part of the country? Check out our 10-night May Day and Coast Tour or if time isn’t on your side, take a look at 4-night May Day Short Tour.
Scroll down for an overview of our May Day Long Weekend Tour package highlights, tour itinerary, transport options, DPRK tourist visa information, and extra add-ons.
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Koryo Tours International Tours
Mongolia | Turkmenistan | Kazakhstan | Bhutan | Russia | Tajikistan
This tour travels between Beijing-Pyongyang by train each way in a hard-sleeper carriage (6 bunks per compartment). The train journey takes 24 hours with a transfer at the city of Dandong. One-way or round-trip flights are also available. The flight takes around 90 minutes. For an extra 265 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional 435 EUR. We recommend flight entry with a train return for the best overall experience on your trip.
All hotel rooms on our all-inclusive group tours feature twin beds, and will be shared. If you'd like a room to yourself then you can upgrade for an extra 40 EUR per night.
See moreIf you're heading back to Beijing by train this option lets you get off for an overnight in Dongrim before the next day's tour of Sinuiju — the border city with China. Spend an extra 24 hours in the DPRK seeing the sites of North Pyongan province. You will then continue on through to Beijing.
See moreInstead of immediately returning to Beijing when your tour ends you can take some extra time to visit this fascinating border city, which directly faces the DPRK town of Sinuiju, but lies on the Chinese side of the Yalu River. We offer both one-night and two-night fully guided extensions that take in all the sights of Dandong, with a special North Korea theme.
See moreWe're unable to take you on one of our tours if you do not have medical insurance that covers the destination in question. Issues of isolation and infrastructure where we go mean it would be irresponsible of us to do so. We can provide this if you do not have it — or you can use your own.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Groups will be in the experienced hands of two or three local Korean guides and a Koryo Tours tour leader. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ from what is advertised above. Your tour leader will ensure, however, that everything available at the time is covered, and replacement options are provided where needed. We will also add extras when there is time (such as visiting a local bar or amusement park).
We visit the DPRK regularly so know all the best places to go, and how to make the most of your days there to guarantee the experience of a lifetime. After the tour, we will send out a list of all participants' emails so you can keep in touch, swap photos etc. Please let us know if you do not wish to be on this list.
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
Join in the May Day festivities in Pyongyang, see historic Kaesong,
Pyongsong, Nampo, and Korea's East Coast (including the rarely visited
Pujon Highlands)
From 1699 EUR per person
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
Join in the May Day festivities in Pyongyang,
see historic Kaesong, Pyongsong, Nampo, and Korea's
East Coast (including the rarely visited Pujon
Highlands)
From 1699 EUR per person
May Day is one of the best times to visit North Korea during the calendar year for the fine weather and festivities. Also known as International Workers’ Day, or Labour Day, May Day is a day off and locals take to the outdoors for picnics, dancing, and sports.
In addition to the highlights of the North Korean capital Pyongyang, including an exclusive full tour of the Pyongyang Metro, and historic Kaesong on the Demilitarised Zone (the North-South border), we’ll join in the celebrations as you experience North Korean culture like a local.
We have time for walks in the city, dining at some of Pyongyang’s most interesting restaurants, challenging a local company's team in volleyball, and shopping at the Kwangbok Department Store.
On this comprehensive tour, we will visit both the West and East Coast of Korea. We stay in Hamhung, North Korea's second-largest city, as well as the least visited Pujon Highlands for its natural beauty and revolutionary history. We visit here only once or twice a year, and it's a real treat each time.
If time isn’t on your side, take a look at our 7-night May Day or 4-night May Day Short Tour.
Scroll down for an overview of our May Day Long Weekend Tour package highlights, tour itinerary, transport options, DPRK tourist visa information, and extra add-ons.
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Koryo Tours International Tours
Mongolia | Turkmenistan | Kazakhstan | Bhutan | Russia | Tajikistan
This tour travels between Beijing-Pyongyang by train each way in a hard-sleeper carriage (6 bunks per compartment). The train journey takes 24 hours with a transfer at the city of Dandong. One-way or round-trip flights are also available. The flight takes around 90 minutes. For an extra 265 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional 435 EUR. We recommend flight entry with a train return for the best overall experience on your trip.
All hotel rooms on our all-inclusive group tours feature twin beds, and will be shared. If you'd like a room to yourself then you can upgrade for an extra 40 EUR per night.
See moreIf you're heading back to Beijing by train this option lets you get off for an overnight in Dongrim before the next day's tour of Sinuiju — the border city with China. Spend an extra 24 hours in the DPRK seeing the sites of North Pyongan province. You will then continue on through to Beijing.
See moreInstead of immediately returning to Beijing when your tour ends you can take some extra time to visit this fascinating border city, which directly faces the DPRK town of Sinuiju, but lies on the Chinese side of the Yalu River. We offer both one-night and two-night fully guided extensions that take in all the sights of Dandong, with a special North Korea theme.
See moreWe're unable to take you on one of our tours if you do not have medical insurance that covers the destination in question. Issues of isolation and infrastructure where we go mean it would be irresponsible of us to do so. We can provide this if you do not have it — or you can use your own.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Groups will be in the experienced hands of two or three local Korean guides and a Koryo Tours tour leader. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ to what is advertised above. Your tour leader will ensure, however, that everything available at the time is covered, and replacement options are provided where needed. We will also add in extras when there is time (such as a visit to a local bar or amusement park).
We visit the DPRK regularly so know all the best places to go, and how to make the most of your days there to guarantee the experience of a lifetime. After the tour, we will send out a list of all participants' emails so you can keep in touch, swap photos etc. If you do not wish to be on this list then please let us know.
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
Join in the celebrations on May Day in North
Korea! Visit Pyongyang, Kaesong, and Mt.
Myohyang.
From 1099 EUR per person
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
Join in the celebrations on
May Day in North Korea! Visit
Pyongyang, Kaesong, and Mt.
Myohyang.
From 1099 EUR per person
May Day is one of the best times to visit North Korea during the calendar year for the fine weather and festivities. Also known as International Workers’ Day, or Labour Day, May Day is a day off and locals take to the outdoors for picnics, dancing, and sports.
Join in the celebrations as you experience North Korean culture like a local. In addition to the highlights of the North Korean capital Pyongyang and historic Kaesong, we will also have a day-trip to Mt. Myohyang a sacred mountain region and the site for the cavernous halls of the International Friendship Exhibition.
Looking for an even more comprehensive tour? Then ckeck-out our 7-night and 10-night May Day Tours.
Scroll down for an overview of our May Day Short Tour package highlights, tour itinerary, transport options, DPRK tourist visa information, and extra add-ons.
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Koryo Tours International Tours
Mongolia | Turkmenistan | Kazakhstan | Bhutan | Russia | Tajikistan
This tour travels between Beijing-Pyongyang by train each way in a hard-sleeper carriage (6 bunks per compartment). The train journey takes 24 hours with a transfer at the city of Dandong. One-way or round-trip flights are also available. The flight takes around 90 minutes. For an extra 265 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional 435 EUR. We recommend flight entry with a train return for the best overall experience on your trip.
If you're heading back to Beijing by train this option lets you get off for an overnight in Dongrim before the next day's tour of Sinuiju — the border city with China. Spend an extra 24 hours in the DPRK seeing the sites of North Pyongan province. You will then continue on through to Beijing.
See moreInstead of immediately returning to Beijing when your tour ends you can take some extra time to visit this fascinating border city, which directly faces the DPRK town of Sinuiju, but lies on the Chinese side of the Yalu River. We offer both one-night and two-night fully guided extensions that take in all the sights of Dandong, with a special North Korea theme.
See moreAll hotel rooms on our all-inclusive group tours feature twin beds, and will be shared. If you'd like a room to yourself then you can upgrade for an extra 40 EUR per night.
See moreWe're unable to take you on one of our tours if you do not have medical insurance that covers the destination in question. Issues of isolation and infrastructure where we go mean it would be irresponsible of us to do so. We can provide this if you do not have it — or you can use your own.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Groups will be in the experienced hands of two or three local Korean guides and an experienced Koryo Tours tour leader. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ from what is advertised above. Your tour leader will ensure, however, that everything available at the time is covered, and replacement options are provided where needed. We will also add in extras when there is time (such as a visit to a local bar or amusement park).
We visit North Korea regularly so know all the best places to go, and how to make the most of your days there to guarantee the experience of a lifetime. After the tour, we will send out a list of all participants' emails so you can keep in touch, swap photos etc. If you do not wish to be on this list then please let us know.
Please apply by 10th April, 2025.
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