KFA Delegation to North Korea
Great 60th Anniversary of the Republic’s Foundation
September 2008
Dates:
From 6th to 16th SEPTEMBER 2008 (non-US passports)
From 6th to 10th SEPTEMBER 2008 (US passports)
Maximum of 20 people
http://www.korea-dpr.com/travel.htm
The Korean Friendship Association (KFA) organizes a trip to the DPR of Korea (North Korea) from 6th September to 16th September 2008 (6th to 10th for US passports) on the occasion of the historical 60th Anniversary of the foundation of the DPR Korea . This is a cultural and educational focused trip.
The KFA gives the historical chance to know about the country, its people and life plus attend the biggest extravaganza in the modern era, the Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG performed by more than 100.000 people, the scheduled Korean People’s Army parade on KIM IL SUNG square with up to one million participants, and other special events.
All passports are invited to apply except for: Republic of Korea (South Korea) and Japan due to special protocol in bilateral relations.
USA passports may apply but they should wait for final clearance/confirmation before paying the booking fee and reserving the flights.
The number of visitors is limited to 20. 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
5 SEPTEMBER 2008 (FRIDAY)
At 08.00am, Meeting at designated hotel in Beijing for administrative procedures (preparation of North Korean Visas, Air Koryo flights and organization).
Free day in Beijing
At 20.00pm, Visas and flight tickets will be delivered to each one, followed by an explanation of tips and advices for the trip.
Night: 3*** Hotel in city centre of Beijing
6 SEPTEMBER 2008 (SATURDAY)
A bus will bring us from our hotel to Beijing airport.
The delegation departs from Beijing to Pyongyang by AIR KORYO.
The delegation will stay 11 days in the DPRK for any passport other than USA.
USA passport holders, once cleared, will be authorized to stay 5 days only.
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, 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.
Attendance of Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG, Parade of the Korean People’s Army, Torch March and any other big events scheduled for the celebrations.
The itinerary will include visits to kindergarten, school, hospital, bowling, local restaurant, cooperative farm, factories and other centres to learn about daily life of Korean people.
In some occasions we will have official meetings or visits that will require formal dressing like the visit to the Kumsusan Memorial Palace (Mausoleum of the Great Leader KIM IL SUNG).
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 20th JULY 2008 and we'll arrange a personal meeting with a protocol representative of the DPRK Government.
PRICES:
Non-KFA members (staying 10 nights): 1920 EURO
KFA members (with at least membership 1 year old, staying 10 nights): 1720 EURO
ALL USA passports (staying 4 nights): 1360 EURO
Price Includes:
IN CHINA
- 1 Night and breakfast in 3*** Hotel
Beijing city centre, next to Tiananmen and shopping area.
(Same price for individual or double room)
- Bus from hotel to airport
IN DPR OF KOREA
- All transports inside DPRK
- 10 nights in 3*** Hotel (non-USA passports), 4 nights in 3*** Hotel (USA passports)
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Entrance to museums, monuments, Mass Gymnastics ARIRANG, Korean People’s Army parade and any other big event.
- 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 and Airport Taxes.
The total amount of the trip will be paid in Beijing on 5 SEPTEMBER.
(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).
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS (HOW TO APPLY?)
1.
PRE-INSCRIPTION PROCESS.
Access the webpage http://www.korea-dpr.com/travel.htm
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 20 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 20 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.
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 hotel and 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. (From expulsion to jail terms).
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), Photo camera with video function, 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 20 JULY 2008.
People that didn't pre-inscribe aren't eligible to participate.
20 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/travel.htm
Photo gallery from previous trips here:
http://www.korea-dpr.com/users/thai/trip.htm
Enquiries to the e-mail: korea@korea-dpr.com
Phone: +66 896435353
Our offices are located in Pyongyang (DPR Korea) and Bangkok (Thailand).
For a personal appointment please call in advance to the specified number.
This document is valid until 20 JULY 2008
Korean Friendship Association (KFA)
http://www.korea-dpr.com