Discover the secrets of North Korea

Monday, 25 October 2010 4:38 PM

If you’re looking ahead to a late 2011 gap year, then Regent Holidays has a unique opportunity to see inside one of the world’s most secretive states.

North Korea is one of the world’s few communist states and is renowned for its secrecy, but Regent Holidays is able to offer all-inclusive tours by working directly with the official state travel agency.

Book before November 4 for departure dates in August and October 2011 and you will save £50 off the list price of this exclusive tour. Itineraries vary depending on the time of year, but the main highlights are Pyongyang, Kaesong, and Mount Myohyang.

Regent Holidays takes care of everything: transfers and transportation throughout, sightseeing with English-speaking guides, entrance fees on sightseeing tours, North Korean visa fees and visa services.

Prices start at £1,345 with full-board accommodation throughout, allowing you to stay in comfort whilst exploring one of the least-visited countries on earth.


For more details on this unique tour, visit: www.regent-holidays.co.uk
 

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