Can You Travel To North Korea?

This is a country where utter submission to the government is the norm. North Korea has no "dissension," and visitors must respect this or refrain from visiting. It's as simple as that in North Korea, curiosity may get you or your guide killed.

North Korean tourism is unlike anything else you'll find anyplace else on the planet. The government monitors, controls, and carefully plans your every action. The Korean International Travel Company runs the majority, if not all, trips, and their guides will show you around. Forget about independence, adventure, or solo travel in North Korea; it just doesn't work that way.

Only guided tours are available to go throughout the country. Independent travel is not authorized; you must leave your hotel with a guide; you will not be permitted to use public transportation; and both you and your guide will be fined if you break the regulations. You should not visit North Korea unless you are willing to accept harsh restrictions on your movements and behavior.