Korea \(North\) 6 Day Itinerary

6-Day Itinerary for Traveling in North Korea 🇰🇵

Day 1: Arrival in Pyongyang 🌇

  • Arrival at Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ)

    • Visitors must have a valid passport and confirmed tour itinerary organized by a DPRK travel agency.

  • Transfer to City Centre

    • Sightseeing starts with the Grand People’s Study House, the central library of North Korea.

  • Visit Kim Il-sung Square

    • A vast city square named after the nation’s founder, featuring a massive bronze statue of President Kim Il-sung.

  • Overnight at Yanggakdo International Hotel

    • A unique hotel located on an island in the Taedong River with excellent views of Pyongyang.

Day 2: Exploring Pyongyang 🏛️

  • Morning Visit to Mansudae Assembly Hall

    • A significant building where the Supreme People’s Assembly holds its sessions.

  • Visit Mansudae Fountain Park and Mansudae Grand Monument

    • Stunning statues of Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il overlooking Pyongyang.

  • Afternoon at the Arch of Triumph and Kim Il-sung Stadium

    • A triumphal arch similar to the one in Paris, honoring the Korean People’s Revolutionary Army. The stadium is the largest in North Korea and holds massive military parades.

  • Evening at Pyongyang Metro

    • An iconic underground rail system offering a unique insight into daily life in Pyongyang.

Day 3: Day Trip to Kaesong and Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) 🌐

  • Morning Travel to Kaesong City

    • A historic city with significant cultural and economic importance, located near the border with South Korea.

  • Visit Koryo Museum, Goguryeo Tombs, and local markets

    • Explore the rich history of ancient Korea at these historical sites and the bustling markets selling traditional goods.

  • Afternoon Visit to the DMZ and Panmunjom

    • A highly secure area dividing North and South Korea since the end of the Korean War. Here, you can stand in both countries simultaneously at the Joint Security Area.

  • Return to Pyongyang

Day 4: Journey to Mount Myohyang and International Friendship Exhibition Hall 🏞️

  • Morning Travel to Mount Myohyang

    • A picturesque mountain range with beautiful temples, scenic views, and a famous Bryon Cherry Tree.

  • Visit the International Friendship Exhibition Hall

    • A massive exhibit showcasing gifts given by foreign leaders to Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il.

Day 5: Exploring the DMZ Again and Return to Pyongyang 🚂

  • Morning Train Ride on the Chollima Express

    • Travel back to Pyongyang aboard this high-speed train, enjoying scenic views along the way.

  • Afternoon Visit to the Central Zoo, Unification Bridge, and Juche Tower

    • Discover various wildlife, symbolize reunification efforts, and marvel at a tower representing the ideology of Juche.

Day 6: Farewell and Departure 🌇

  • Last Minute Souvenir Shopping

    • Pick up some unique North Korean items as souvenirs before your departure.

  • Transfer to Pyongyang Sunan International Airport for Departure