North Korea is a closed country and one of the most isolated in the world. Tourist travel is restricted to state-controlled programs.
Climate
Continental, with very cold winters and hot, humid summers.
Languages
Korean is official. Other languages are not used publicly.
Driving
Drive on the right. The use of private vehicles is very limited. There are main roads, but many are degraded.
Camping
Wild camping is non-existent and prohibited. Tourism is controlled and restricted to hotels designated by the state.
Biker Zones
There are no tourist routes for motorcyclists. The circulation of foreigners in their own vehicles is prohibited.
Special Zones
Pyongyang has restricted zones and access to cities outside the official tourist itinerary is controlled.