[KFA-RT0808]
Dates:
From 16th to 26th August 2008 (non-U.S. passports)
From 16th to 20th August 2008 (U.S. passports)
Maximum of 30 people
http://www.korea-dpr.com/kfa2008
The Korean Friendship Association (KFA) organizes a trip to the DPR of Korea (North Korea) from 16th August to 26th August 2008. The KFA gives the chance to know about the country, its people and culture plus attend the biggest extravaganza in the modern era, the Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG performed by more than 100.000 people.
All passports are invited to apply except for: Republic of Korea (South Korea) and Japan due to special protocol in bilateral relations.
US passports can fill the subscription form for the trip but CANNOT PAY THE BOOKING FEE until we receive full clearance from DPRK immigration. US passports will be allowed to participate and visit ONLY from 16th to 20th August.
The number of visitors is limited to 30. Participants in the delegation will be accepted according to their order of arrival (pre-subscription), merits and after clearing all details and conditions.
This isn’t a regular tourist trip, but a solidarity one where visitors are expected to interact and participate in activities. A visitor joining the KFA Delegation is not treated as a tourist but as a friend of the DPRK, having access to places, insights and events not allowed for regular visitors.
The program was made to suit all ages and doesn't require special abilities or effort.
DISCLAIMER NOTE
The KFA doesn’t take responsibility for any personal, material damage or other problem related to this trip, but just offers this service as a consultant organization between the DPRK authorities and the ‘participant’.
If the ‘participant’ wants any coverage or insurance, he’ll be fully responsible for its contract and implementation.
Filmmakers, journalists or any other media-related person aren’t allowed to participate.
ITINERARY
15 AUGUST 2008 (FRIDAY)
At 08.00am, Meeting at designated place in Beijing for administrative procedures (preparation of North Korean Visas, Air Koryo flights and organization).
At 20.00pm, Visas and flight tickets will be delivered to each one, followed by an explanation of tips and advices for the trip.
Note: Night in China is NOT INCLUDED. We recommend you book it as soon as possible to avoid overbooking due to Beijing Olympics.
Recommended website: http://www.sinohotel.com
16 AUGUST 2008 (SATURDAY)
At 08.00AM we meet in Beijing airport.
The delegation departs from Beijing to Pyongyang.
U.S. Passport holders will return on 20th AUGUST (Wednesday) to Beijing. The rest of nationalities will stay a total of 11 days in the DPRK.
Visit the main monuments and museums of the capital (Juche Tower, Metro System,
Great People’s Study House, Korean war museum, Mansude, Arch of Triumph, Mangyongde
Children’s palace… etc.)
NORTH TO Miohyang mountains, Buddhist temple of Pohyon, Ryongmun Caves, International
friendship Exhibition, SOUTH TO traditional city of Kaesong and Panmunjon (38th
parallel), Observation post of the Korean People’s Army, De-militarized Zone
and Joint Security Area.
The delegation will include visits to kindergarten, school, hospital, bowling, local restaurant, cooperative farm and other centres to learn about daily life and mix with Korean people.
We will attend the Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG in the May Day Stadium, the biggest
in the world with 150,000 seats.
In some occasion we will have official meetings or visits that will require
formal dressing.
Do you want to offer a special gift from your country, company or organization to the Leaders? Write to korea@korea-dpr.com with picture and details of the gift before 1st JULY 2008 and we'll arrange a personal meeting with a protocol representative of the DPRK Government.
PRICES:
Non-KFA members: 1920 EURO
KFA members (with at least membership 1 year old): 1720 EURO
ALL U.S. Passports: 1360 EURO
Price Includes:
IN DPR OF KOREA
- All transports inside DPRK
- 10 nights in 3*** Hotel (4 nights for U.S. passports)
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Entrance to museums, monuments and Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG
- Guides in English/Spanish/Italian/German/French/Russian depending on the final group composition.
- Participation in all activities.
Basically everything while in the DPRK apart of your personal souvenirs or extra
drinks.
Inside the DPRK we'll have doctors and hospitals at your disposal 24 hours if you've any problem.
Other additional expenses you'll need to cover:
440 EURO
for the flight Beijing-Pyongyang-Beijing, the DPRK VISA, Airport Taxes and administration.
The total amount of the trip will be paid in Beijing on 15th AUGUST.
(Only accepted cash and EURO currency).
To be arranged and paid by the participant himself:
1- Flight from your country to Beijing
2- Chinese Visa (You must request a double entry Visa).
3- Hotel in Beijing
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS (HOW TO APPLY?)
1.
PRE-INSCRIPTION PROCESS.
Access the webpage http://www.korea-dpr.com/kfa2008
and fill the online pre-inscription form.
This pre-inscription form doesn't require any fee and can be cancelled any moment informing the other side of the reasons.
2.
Wait for confirmation. A reference number will be assigned.
3.
BEFORE 1st JULY 2008
After receiving the reference number, access the webpage:
http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=p/ema/index-outside
and pay 300 euro per person to the e-mail korea@korea-dpr.com with any major
credit card by using the online system. This amount will be discounted from
the total price specified before.
Alternatively you can send the fee by international bank transfer. Please request
details to korea@korea-dpr.com
At this point your air ticket and hotel room will be reserved and the DPRK visa processed.
If you decide to cancel the trip, the 300 euro won't be returned since they'll be used to cover all the cancellations and administrative expenses.
If for any reason your DPRK visa is denied or a major problem force us to cancel the trip, the 300 euro will be returned by using PAYPAL system (http://www.paypal.com)
THIS TRIP HAS LIMITED SEATS THAT WILL BE STRICTLY GIVEN TO THE FIRST 30 CONFIRMED RESERVATIONS.
4.
We'll send an acknowledgment of the receipt of your money.
Then, book by yourself the flight tickets from your country to Beijing and reserve the hotel.
Also approach your nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate and request a
DOUBLE-ENTRY Visa for the dates that you’ll be travelling.
5.
You'll receive details and timing of our meeting place in Beijing, where we'll all gather. An introduction to basic Korean culture and hints/tips will be explained before departure.
NOTES:
Any participant that won't follow the regulations of the DPRK will be
treated accordingly to its national law.
Any participant that won’t follow the KFA advices and indications will be expelled
from the delegation without possibility of refund.
Credit Cards (Visa, AMEX, Master Card) are widely accepted in China for shopping, but cannot be used in the DPRK.
Chinese ATM only dispenses YUAN RENMIMBI Currency. It’s not possible to withdraw EURO.
You should bring along with you two colour passport-sized pictures for the DPRK Visa.
Articles not allowed in the DPRK:
Video-Camera, Plants, animals, drugs, explosives, weapons, any kind of pornography, mass printed propaganda, radio, wireless or satellite communicator (GPS), mobile phone (can be left at airport locker).
Articles allowed in the DPRK:
Photo-camera (analog or digital), laptop (without wireless/radio
communication devices), PDA, CD Player, MP3
Other articles may be inspected by the immigration authorities.
FAST REMINDER OF DEADLINES:
PRE-INSCRIPTION ENDS ON 1st JULY 2008. People that didn't pre-inscribe aren't eligible to participate.
1st JULY 2008 also ends the FULL inscription process. People that haven't provided all the data/requirements or the 300 euro inscription fee won't be able to participate.
Presentation, information and pre-inscription form can be found in the
following Internet page:
http://www.korea-dpr.com/kfa2008
Enquiries to the e-mail: korea@korea-dpr.com
Galleries from previous trips here:
http://www.korea-dpr.com/users/thai/trip.htm
Phone: +66 896435353
Our main international office is located in Sukhothai, Thailand.
Korean Friendship Association
19 Ban Muang Road
Tambon Thani
Amphur Muang
Sukhothai 64000
Thailand
This document is valid until 5th JULY 2008
Korean Friendship Association (KFA)
http://www.korea-dpr.com