A further meeting between President Trump and Kim Jong Un took place on 30 June at the Demilitarized Zone DMZ that separates the two Koreas, in which the two agreed that working-level negotiations would resume within weeks. In the past, similar periods of diplomatic engagement have failed to be sustained. This has led to further missile or nuclear tests and a return to instability in the region. Tensions usually rise around the time of South Korean-US military exercises, notably those regularly held in spring and autumn.
See Political situation. Flooding is common in the rainy season July to August. See Natural disasters. Our foreign travel checklist and crisis overseas page suggest things you can do before and during foreign travel to plan effectively and stay safe. You can also sign up to our email alert service to be notified about future updates to this travel advice. See Terrorism. The standards and availability of medical facilities in North Korea are very poor.
Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel. See Health. For this tour, we will hold two briefings. One in the morning for those departing by train this afternoon and the other in the afternoon for those departing by flight the next day.
Overnight Hotel in Beijing not included in the tour for those taking the flight the next day. Contact us for recommendations near our office!
Those travelling by train will spend the night on the train. Comfortable rooms and comprehensive leisure facilities: swimming pool, spa, billiards, bowling, gift shops, tea houses and beer brewed on-site. This is a fun and retro hotel in a peaceful part of historic Kaesong. Panmunjom Armistice Village and DMZ The site of the signing of the armistice that ended the Korean War and demarcation line between north and south.
On some days it is possible to visit the hut straddling the line, where negotiations between both sides once took place. Here we will be accompanied by military guides from the Korean People's Army. Departure Day from Pyongyang and Return to Beijing by flight or train. Please indicate your preferred exit method upon booking. For this tour, we highly recommend train departure or at least leaving your schedule flexible for train departure to Beijing.
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 EUR you can upgrade to a one-way flight. A round-trip ticket costs an additional EUR. 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.
You will then continue on through to Beijing. Instead 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.
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. We'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. Please note that when on tour your day-to-day itinerary may differ slightly 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 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. All other nationalities are legally allowed to visit the DPRK. Once you have visited North Korea, your travels to any other countries are not affected. Your passport will not be stamped on entry or exit to the DPRK. However, if you wish to visit the United States after your tour to North Korea, you will no longer be eligible for the ESTA visa waiver program providing you would have been otherwise and will need to apply for a normal visa from your nearest US embassy or consulate.
This myth is one of the more understandable ones as it is common for many tours to North Korea to have similar itineraries. The real reason for this is the same reason why lots of tour programs to other popular destinations like Beijing, Paris or London all look relatively similar.
Tourists want to see certain highlights when they travel to particular destinations. In Pyongyang we arrange bicycle tours , marathon tours , culinary tours , farming tours , Korean language study tours where you can experience being an expat in Pyongyang, and a lot more.
We arrange tours to visit North Hamgyong province — the largest and most rural province in the country, Rason Special Economic Zone, Mt. Another misconception we hear often regarding myths on North Korea. The Yanggakdo International Hotel is located on an island on the Taedong River which divides Pyongyang city into east and west. The views from the hotel are incredible and it is quite popular with tourists for being the tallest and largest hotel in the city.
However, there are more than 13 different hotels where tourists can stay each with their own unique characteristic and advantage. The Sosan Hotel is a favourite of ours due to modern comfort, affordability, and the chance of meeting international and local sport stars. We at YPT arrange a tour group at least once a week throughout the year, and have been doing so for over 10 years. With the constant in and out trips, our two local guides who are with the group throughout the tour are with us to help answer any questions guests will most definitely have about the country.
You are more than likely to have differing opinions, but they will not try to brainwash you, so whilst their beliefs are important to them, they will also respect yours.
The reality is they work for the government in the same way most people in North Korea do; they work for a state owned enterprise that largely runs itself and is primarily interested in remaining as a sustainable business. Local guides are hired for travel companies within North Korea to pursue their interests and career in tourism. They are hired based on their leadership, communication, knowledge, problem solving and people skills.
Some guides around the age of 30 years of age might be switching jobs as their previous jobs may have involved foreign trade, translating or working aboard. There has been a rise in this recently as UN sanctions have prevented most North Koreans from continuing work in this field and are left to aid the growing tourism sector.
The ones we have met were previously a translator, radio communications, a driver or someone with more of an interesting position with fascinating stories to share. As odd as it seems for an ex military personnel to join tourism, it does make sense as most locals serve in the military. The same goes for tour guides in most countries. Generally though the most successful Korean guides are the ones who love their job, are incredibly eager to guide you around their country and enjoy meeting new people from around the globe.
This myth is mostly true. The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety. Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad. North Korea is under international and Canadian sanctions.
These sanctions could be relevant to and affect your travel. Foreigners must register through their host organization within 24 hours of arrival in the country. You must be accompanied by an official guide at all times. Follow all instructions from your guide. Unauthorized conversations with locals or currency exchange, as well as making a purchase in a store not designated for foreigners, could lead to fines or arrest.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
Importation of satellite telephones and shortwave radios is prohibited. Such items are confiscated upon entry and usually returned upon departure. Authorities may seize any material that they deem to be pornographic, political or intended for religious proselytizing.
If you plan to bring material written in the Korean language, ensure that it will not be interpreted by local authorities as being against the interests of the North Korean regime.
Photography of airports, roads, bridges, seaports and rail stations is prohibited. Any pictures or video taken outside of tourist areas could result in confiscation of equipment or detention.
Seek permission from your tour guide before taking photographs. If local authorities consider you a citizen of North Korea, they may refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. This will prevent us from providing you with those services. General information for travellers with dual citizenship. North Korean law does not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. However, homosexuality is not widely accepted in North Korean society.
Cash is the most accepted form of payment. Foreigners are expected to use the Euro or, alternatively, the Chinese renminbi or U. Change in foreign currency is often unavailable. Banking facilities are limited. There are no ATMs. Some hotels accept credit cards, if you give them advance notice.
The rainy monsoon season extends from the end of June until August. Typhoons occur in August and September. Severe rainstorms can cause flooding and landslides, which in turn can result in significant loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure, as well as hamper the provision of essential services. North Korea is also prone to drought. Keep informed of regional weather forecasts, avoid disaster areas and follow the advice of local authorities.
More on typhoons and monsoons. There is no centralized number to reach emergency services. Research and carry contact information for local police and medical facilities.
There is no resident Canadian government office in North Korea. You can obtain consular assistance from the Swedish embassy in Pyongyang. For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada in South Korea and follow the instructions. There are no significant safety and security concerns. The overall safety and security situation is similar to that of Canada. You should take normal security precautions.
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