Tours & Tour Dates

SPRING TOUR 2013
June 11 – 15/16 (Tues – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

4 nights in DPRK plus one on the train

1390 Euros

Ideal short break to take advantage of the Chinese holiday to get away for a few days, spring is a pleasant period in North Korea with clean air - one of the more welcome differences between the DPRK and China! Also ideal for families, this tour will see the best of Pyongyang as well as getting down to the DMZ to see what all the fuss is about!

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea; spend a night in the beautiful folk hotel

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

TOUR CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS

SUMMER HOLIDAY TOUR 2013

June 29 – July 6/7 (Sat - Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

7 nights plus one on the train

1690 Euros

Spend a typical summer holiday in the DPRK - hit the beaches of the east coast at Wonsan and Hamhung (the DPRK's 2nd largest city) and explore the hiking trails in Mt Kumgang. The weather is beautiful at this time of year - warm during the day but not too hot. This really is a perfect tour for seeing some of the places that are not frequented by tourists. Don't forget to pack your swimmers!

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea
3. Beaches of Wonsan and Hamhung on the beautiful east coast
4. The stunning mountain scenery of Mt Kumgang

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Hamhung / Wonsan / Kumgang Mountains Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by May 29th, 2013

MASS GAMES OPENING TOUR 2013

July 22 – 25/26 (Mon – Thurs/Fri)

3 nights in DPRK

1190 Euros

With this short tour you can attend the first ever mass games performance of 2013 – a boast-worthy event indeed! This trip also takes in the highlights of Pyongyang and a visit down to the DMZ at the border with South Korea where North and South Korean soldiers continue their decades-old face-off.

Highlights

1. Opening night of the 2013 Arirang Mass Games
2. Highlights of Pyongyang including the Juche Tower and a ride on the Pyongyang Metro
3. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea; spend a night in the beautiful folk hotel

Please note that the itinerary may differ slightly to what is below but your tour leader will do their best to ensure that as much is covered as possible and will also add in extras when there is time such as a visit to a local bar or a funfair. We visit the DPRK regularly and know all the best places to go to make your trip even more unique. We will make the most of your time in the DPRK to guarantee the experience of a lifetime.

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

This tour requires a minimum of 10 bookings in order to run the trip

Please apply by June 22nd, 2013

VICTORY DAY TOUR 2013

July 25 – 30 (Thurs – Tues)

Flight / Flight

5 nights in DPRK

1490 Euros

Optional Extension

July 30 – 1/2 August (Tues – Thurs/Fri)

2 additional nights in DPRK plus one on the train
**Special price 200 Euros**

July 27th 1953 was the day the Korean War armistice was signed. So this year marks the 60th anniversary since the end of the conflict (that of course has never really ended). This occasion is celebrated in North Korea as ‘Victory Day’ and is an annual major holiday. Be in both Kaesong and Pyongyang; the two most significant cities in the country, on this day to see how people spend their leisure time. Mix with picnicking locals and attend an expected spectacular Mass Dance and whatever other events are planned to mark this very significant holiday. Also visiting the highlights of the capital and the DMZ, this is a perfect tour to introduce the DPRK to the curious, especially those wanting to be in the country on a major occasion – big things can be expected this year, be there to find out what!

Highlights

1. 60th Anniversary of the end of the Korean War - Victory Day
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
3. Newly-opened War Museum and the USS Pueblo at its new location
4. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea; spend a night in the beautiful folk hotel
5. The halls of gifts to the leaders at the International Friendship Exhibition in the beautiful Mt Myohyang
6. 2 day optional EXTENSION Soaking up the medicinal waters at the Dragon River Hot Spa Resort near the west coast city of Nampo
7. Mass Games

Please Note: Due to the high profile of this holiday we have been advised by our partners that there is a chance that some groups may have to be accommodated outside Pyongyang for the immediate days around 27th July and we are not sure if single room accommodation will be available. However, we and our partners will do our utmost to make it possible. As in the past, no tour groups are allowed to attend parades etc however for the 100th Birthday of Kim Il Sung in 2012 Koryo Tours did manage to attend the parade roadside which was  an incredible experience. Anything can happen so we ask you all to be flexible, our Koryo Tours guides are very experienced and will do their very best to make it the most memorable trip for you.

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Mt Myohyang / Nampo Itinerary >

Please apply by June 25th, 2013

VICTORY DAY CITY BREAK TOUR 2013

July 27 – 30/31 (Sat – Tue/Wed)

3 nights in DPRK

1190 Euros

Arrive in Pyongyang in time to see the afternoon celebrations on this most important of occasions, the 60th anniversary of the end of the Korean War. The exact nature of events will be unfurled on the spot in Pyongyang but you can guarantee that we will get you to whatever is possible. You will also see the highlights of Pyongyang including the newly-opened, better-than-before, Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum telling the history of the Korean War from the North’s perspective. And of course, an opportunity to see the spectacular Arirang Mass Games.

Highlights

1. 60th Anniversary of the end of the Korean War - Victory Day
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
3. Newly-opened War Museum and the USS Pueblo at its new location

Please note that the itinerary may differ slightly to what is below but your tour leader will do their best to ensure that as much is covered as possible and will also add in extras when there is time such as a visit to a local bar or a funfair. We visit the DPRK regularly and know all the best places to go to make your trip even more unique. We will make the most of your time in the DPRK to guarantee the experience of a lifetime.

Pyongyang Itinerary >

This tour requires a minimum of 10 bookings in order to run the trip

Please apply by June 27th, 2013

EARLY AUGUST TOUR 2013

Aug 3 – 8/9 (Sat – Thurs/Fri)

Flight / Train

5 nights in DPRK, plus one on the train

1490 Euros

We expect the incredible, breath-taking mass games to have started by now. Be there to see one of the early performances. This 5 night tour takes in all the highlights of Pyongyang combined with trips to Kaesong, the DMZ, and a relaxing night on the West Coast it’s a trip suitable for anyone who wants to see something very special indeed.

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea
3. Soaking up the medicinal waters at the Dragon River Hot Spa Resort near the west coast city of Nampo
4. MASS GAMES

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Nampo Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by July 3rd, 2013

LIBERATION DAY SHORT TOUR 2013

Aug 13 – 17/18 (Tues - Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

4 nights in DPRK, plus one on the train

1390 Euros

See the Mass Games performance on Aug 15th, the anniversary of the defeat of Japan in 1945 and the end of 40 years of foreign colonisation, this is the only holiday shared by both North and South Korea and a great time to be in the country with celebrations widespread that you can join in with as well as travelling both North and South of the capital

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang Highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea
3. MASS GAMES

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by July 13th, 2013

LIBERATION DAY LONG TOUR 2013

Aug 13 – 22/23 (Tues - Thurs/Fri)

Flight / Train

9 nights in DPRK, plus one on the train

2090 Euros

As well as seeing the Mass Games around a major national holiday (Aug 15th, Liberation Day), the kind of show that makes the Olympic opening ceremony look like a school play, this tour also takes an internal charter flight to the sacred Mt. Paekdu, the highest point in Korea, highest crater lake in the world, and the birthplace of the Korean nation, a place of great significance that only a handful of western tourists visit each year. See the mountain itself as well as the stunning and unique scenery of this remote area and the ‘secret camp’ a former guerrilla base claimed as the birthplace of Kim Jong Il. Additionally we will cover all the best bits of Pyongyang, get down to the DMZ, and see the giant gift halls at Mt, Myohyang, as well as an overnight trip to the west coast port city of Nampo. A very comprehensive and unforgettable trip awaits any who sign up for this. Also note that US citizens can now visit Mt. Paekdu, something impossible until very recently

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. August 15th – Liberation Day – DPRK public holiday
3. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea
4. Mt. Myohyang – international Friendship Exhibition
5. Soaking up the medicinal waters at the Dragon River Hot Spa Resort near the west coast city of Nampo
6. Mt. Paekdu – the sacred mountain in the northeast
7. MASS GAMES

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Mt. Paekdu / Nampo / Mt. Myohyang Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by July 13th, 2013

MASS GAMES MINI BREAK 1 TOUR 2013

Aug 22 – 24 (Thurs - Sat)

Flight / Flight

2 nights in DPRK

790 Euros

Ideal for those with limited time and a desire to see both the remarkable Mass Games and get around the highlights of Asia’s most enigmatic city; Pyongyang. We’ll cover as much ground as possible on this short tour and you’ll be exhausted by the end of it, years of memories provided in just a few days! 

Highlights

1. MASS GAMES
2. Classic Pyongyang sites including a ride on the Pyongyang Metro, the Juche Tower, Mansudae Grand Monument and the newly-renovated Korean War Museum

Pyongyang Itinerary >

Please apply by July 22th, 2013

LATE AUGUST TOUR 2013

Aug 24 – 29/30 (Sat - Thurs/Fri)

Flight / Train

5 nights in DPRK, plus one on the train

1490 Euros

Get around the best of the country in a week including Pyongyang, the DMZ, the giant underground gift halls of Mt. Myohyang, and the incredible Guinness World Record-holding Mass Games, see something truly unique this summer on this tour, accompanied, like all of our group departures, by one of our DPRK travel specialists

Highlights

1. MASS GAMES
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
3. Mt. Myohyang – International Friendship Exhibition
4. DPRK holiday – Youth Day – 28th August
5. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Mt. Myohyang Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by July 24th, 2013

SUMMER EXCLUSIVE TOUR 2013 (Led by Nicholas Bonner)

Aug 27 – 31 (Tues - Sat)

MAY 15: This tour is now full but if you want to be put on the waiting list please send an email to hannah@koryogroup.com

Flight (Business Class) / Flight (Business Class)

4 nights in DPRK

2190 Euros

The most comfortable hotel, business class flights*, the best restaurants, the best guides and the most luxurious experience possible in North Korea tourism. Accompanied by DPRK travel specialist and film and documentary producer Nicholas Bonner, this exclusive tour is the most comfortable and intimate way to experience the country, a small group of no more than 14 people will experience the Mass Games where we can secure you access to the best quality seats as you require. Meet experts in various fields, expats who live in Pyongyang and see the best the country has to offer, all at the highest standard available.

*these are very limited so we cannot guarantee availability - in case we cannot secure them then we will refund the difference

Highlights

1. DPRK Public Holiday – Youth Day – 28th August
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
3. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

MAY 15: This tour is now full but if you want to be put on the waiting list please send an email to hannah@koryogroup.com

Please apply by July 27th, 2013

NATIONAL DAY LONG TOUR 2013

Option A: The Highlights!
Sept 5 – 12/13 (Thurs – Thurs/Fri)

Flight / Train

7 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
1690 Euros

Option B: Remote and Unique North Korea
Sept 12 – 21/22 (Thurs – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

9 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
2190 Euros

Ultimate Option: Everything on one life-changing epic journey!
Sept 5 – 21/22 (Thurs – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

16 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
3350 Euros

This is the big one! Our longest, most comprehensive tour of the year, going pretty much everywhere it is possible to go in North Korea, a no holds-barred odyssey taking in Pyongyang, and areas to the North, South, East, and West of the capital, but that’s not all! We will also charter a plane and fly to the sacred and stunning moonscape of Mount Paekdu, as well as flying over to the remote

and almost inaccessible North East Coast to seethe industrial city of Chongjin and stay with local families in the beautiful surroundings of the Chilbo Mountains. In addition (yes there’s more!) we will get over to the city of Hamhung, opened to tourists through the efforts of Koryo Tours only 2 years ago, the second largest city in the country. A trip to North Korea is often a once-in-a-lifetime experience and Koryo Tours, the world’s only DPRK travel specialists are pleased to offer this trip that will take you to every area it is possible to visit, and more! Sign up early to avoid disappointment, this will be the best, most memorable, and most

fascinatingtrip you will ever take, we guarantee it!

The first week of this tour covers ground that many previous visitors may have seen before, therefore we are offering a couple of options for this journey; you can take the whole 16 night trip, seeing almost everything it is possible to see in the DPRK, or you can join the tour after a week and join us for Part 2. Where we take the internal charter flights to the remote areas, drive to the East Coast to see Hamhung and the Kumgang mountains etc.

Oh and of course all options include the chance to see the Arirang Mass Games, the icing on the cake!

Highlights

1. MASS GAMES
   • Ultimate and Option A groups
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace and other Pyongyang highlights
3. DPRK HOLIDAY – National Day – the 65th anniversary of the founding of the DPRK on 9th September
4. Soaking up the medicinal waters at the Dragon River Hot Spa hotel on the west coast
5. Mt. Myohyang – International Friendship Exhibition
6. Panmunjom/DMZ - the border with South Korea
   • Ultimate and Option B groups
7. Mt Paekdu & Mt Chilbo - 2 of the most important mountains in the DPRK
8. Chongjin - the 3rd largest city in the DPRK
9. Highlights of the east coast including Wonsan (an important port), Hamhung (the DPRK's 2nd largest city) and Mt Kumgang (stunning mountain area)

Option A: The Highlights!

Pyongyang / Nampo / Mt Kuwol / Sariwon / Mt Myohyang / Kaesong | Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Option B: Remote and Unique North Korea Pyongyang

Mt. Paekdu / Mt. Chilbo / Chongjin / Wonsan / Hamhung / Pujon| Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Ultimate Option: Everything on one life-changing epic journey
Pyongyang / Nampo / Mt Kuwol / Sariwon / Mt Myohyang / Kaesong / Mt. Paekdu / Mt. Chilbo / Chongjin / Wonsan / Hamhung / Kumgang | Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by August 5th, 2013

NATIONAL DAY SHORT TOUR 2013

Sept 7 – 12/13 (Sat – Thurs/Fri)

Flight / Train

5 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
1490 Euros

Sept 9th 1948 was the date when the founding of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea was declared following the withdrawal of Red Army forces who had been present since the liberation from Japan in 1945. As this year marks the 65th anniversary of the declaration of the Republic we expect big things – come along and be part of the celebrations! This is one of the biggest days in the DPRK calendar and you can be there for the celebrations seeing Pyongyang in all its holiday finery as well as getting down to the DMZ. Oh and the course the Mass Games!

Highlights

1. MASS GAMES
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace – Mausoleum of leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il and other Pyongyang highlights
3. DPRK Holiday – National Day – 9th September
4. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by August 7th, 2013

MID SEPTEMBER TOUR 2013

Sept 14 – 19/20 (Sat – Thurs)

Flight / Train

5 nights in DPRK plus one on the train
1490 Euros

This tour takes you to the mountains north of the capital for some stunning scenery and to see the halls of unusual and exotic gifts given to DPRK’s leaders over the last few decades. Also taking in the DMZ and the capital Pyongyang, this is a great introduction to the country for anyone.

*If the mass games are still running then you will be able to see them but we won't get confirmation until much nearer the time.

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea
3. Mt. Myohyang – International Friendship Exhibition

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by August 14th, 2013

LATE SEPTEMBER TOUR 2013

Sept 21 – 24 (Sat – Tues)

Flight / Flight

3 nights in the DPRK
1190 Euros

Join us for this fast-paced city break – see the most fascinating sights Pyongyang has to offer. Mingle with locals at parks and funfairs, and learn what the DPRK is all about at museums and monuments while seeing daily life go by in this most enigmatic of capital cities – short trip, long lingering memories

*If the mass games are still running then you will be able to see them but we won't get confirmation until much nearer the time.

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights including the Mansuade Grand Monument, Juche Tower and the Korean War Museum

Pyongyang Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by August 21st, 2013

CHINA NATIONAL DAY TOUR 2013

Oct 1 – 5/6(Tues – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

4 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
1390 Euros

Get away during the Chinese National Day vacation to its esoteric neighbour – North Korea – we’ll show you what’s what in Pyongyang and Kaesong and points in between – experience the range of tourist activities in the DPRK from museums to ten-pin bowling, from micro-breweries to macro-statuary. You’ll find something unexpected here for sure.

*If the mass games are still running then you will be able to see them but we won't get confirmation until much nearer the time.

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by September 1st, 2013

PARTY FOUNDATION DAY LONG TOUR 2013

Oct 5 – 12/13 (Sat – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

7 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
1690 Euros

Nobody parties like the Workers Party of Korea! Since its foundation on Oct 10th 1945 the WPK has held power in the DPRK – led first by Kim Il Sung, then by Kim Jong Il, and these days headed by Kim Jong Un. Be there on the anniversary of the foundation of this powerful body and learn about how they make the country tick – we’ll visit sites associated with the Party as well as highlights of the capital city and elsewhere in the country. It’s not all about politics though – we’ll mingle as much as possible with the locals, find places of fun and places to learn about the DPRK too – the tour will not be as you expect and we invite you to join us to find out for yourself!

Highlights

1. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
2. Mt. Myohyang – International Friendship Exhibition
3. Panmunjom/DMZ – Border with South Korea
4. DPRK Holiday – Party Foundation Day – 10th October
5. Sariwon City in North Hwanghae Province

Pyongyang / Kaesong / Sariwon / Mt. Myohyang Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by September 5th, 2013

PARTY FOUNDATION DAY SHORT TOUR 2013

Oct 8 – 12/13 (Tues – Sat/Sun)

Flight / Train

4 nights in the DPRK, plus one on the train
1390 Euros

The Party continues on this trip that will see its participants experiencing some of the most fascinating attractions the DPRK has to offer, as well as mixing with the locals on the last major national holiday of the year. Join us on this short but comprehensive trip to the most unique country in the world. You may like lots of parties while the North Koreans like only one – but it’s a different and very special one – come and see!

Highlights

1. DPRK holiday – Party Foundation Day – 10th October
2. Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il) and other Pyongyang highlights
3. Panmunjom/DMZ – the border with South Korea

Pyongyang / Kaesong Itinerary >

Dandong option available

Please apply by September 8th, 2013