Japan and South Korea Cruise from Japan
An unforgettable journey awaits
Discover the very best of Japan and South Korea on this captivating 16-day escorted cruise and stay holiday. Begin with three nights in Tokyo, exploring the dazzling Tokyo Skytree, the historic Asakusa Sensoji Temple, the chic Ginza district and Odaiba Island, before embarking on a magnificent 11-night voyage aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's NCL Jade. Sail to iconic ports including Shimizu for Mount Fuji, Kyoto (Osaka) for the Nunobiki Ropeway and Akashi Kaiko Bridge, and the scenic northern harbours of Hakodate, Aomori, Akita, Kanazawa and Sakaiminato. The cruise concludes in Seoul, where you'll enjoy a guided tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum before flying home. With flights, transfers, hotel stays, full-board cruising, included shore excursions and the services of a Tour Manager, this is an effortless way to experience two enchanting Asian cultures.
Tour Highlights
- Guided Tokyo city tour with Tokyo Skytree entrance
- Visit Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street and Ginza
- Odaiba Island, Rainbow Bridge and Sumida River Cruise
- 15-night NCL Jade cruise around Japan and South Korea
- Included shore excursion to Mt. Fuji 5th Station from Shimizu
- Included shore excursion in Kyoto (Osaka): Nunobiki Ropeway, Herb Garden and Akashi Kaiko Bridge
- Scenic port calls at Hakodate, Aomori, Akita, Kanazawa and Sakaiminato
- Seoul sightseeing including Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum
Your itinerary
London to Tokyo
Take flight from London Heathrow airport to Tokyo.
Arrival Narita – Tokyo
Arrive at Narita Airport. Pickup and proceed to hotel. Check-in at hotel. Dinner at Restaurant. Overnight stay.
Tokyo Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for a guided Tokyo city tour. Entrance to Tokyo Skytree. Later visit Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street and Ginza. Entrance to Odaiba Island – Rainbow Bridge and Decks. Enjoy a Sumida River Cruise. Overnight stay.
Tokyo – On-board Cruise
After breakfast, check-out from hotel. Pickup and transfer to the cruise port. After customs and other formalities, board the cruise. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Mount Fuji (Shimizu), Japan – Excursion Included
Arrival at 07:00am. 08:00am pickup from port and proceed to Hakone. Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station (weather permitting). Drop back to Shimizu cruise terminal by 15:00pm. Depart at 16:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Kyoto (Osaka), Japan – Excursion Included
Arrival at 08:00am. Pickup from Kyoto (Osaka) cruise port at 09:00am and proceed for a scenic ride on the Nunobiki Ropeway to visit the Herb Garden. Later stop at Akashi Kaiko Bridge and explore the Earthquake Museum. Drop back to cruise port by 17:00pm. Depart at 18:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Free Day at Sea
Breakfast on cruise. Day free for leisure. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Sendai (Ishinomaki), Japan
Arrival at 07:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 15:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Hakodate, Japan
Arrival at 08:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 18:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Aomori, Japan
Arrival at 07:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 18:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Akita, Japan
Arrival at 07:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 16:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Kanazawa, Japan
Arrival at 08:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 18:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Sakaiminato, Japan
Arrival at 07:00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 18:00pm. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Free Day at Sea
Breakfast on cruise. Day free for leisure. Dinner & overnight on cruise.
Seoul Sightseeing – London
Arrival at Seoul cruise port at 08:00am. After customs and other formalities, disembark the cruise. Pickup and proceed for Seoul sightseeing including Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum. Visit shopping centre for K-Cosmetics and Korean Ginseng. Dinner at restaurant. Later transfer to Seoul airport for flight back to London Heathrow.
London
Arrival at London Heathrow airport.
What's included
Included
- Economy class flight ticket (London Heathrow to Tokyo / Seoul to London Heathrow)
- Asia cruise from Tokyo on NCL Jade with breakfast, lunch and dinner included on board
- Cabin on cruise on twin/double sharing basis – based on cabin type chosen
- Accommodation in 4* hotel in standard room on twin/double/triple sharing basis – Tokyo portion with continental breakfast at hotel and dinner at restaurant
- Tokyo sightseeing as per itinerary
- 2 x Shore Excursions: Mt. Fuji and Kyoto
- Seoul sightseeing as per itinerary
- Services of a Tour Manager
- Airport and cruise port group private transfers in Tokyo and Seoul as per itinerary
Not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Visa Fee
- Any expenses of personal nature
- Any items not mentioned
- Lunches / any meals not mentioned
- Shore Excursions
- Tips and Gratuities on Cruise
- Any entrance tickets not mentioned
- Single Room supplement
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Shore excursions (optional, bookable independently at each port)
- Tips and gratuities on cruise
- Lunches and any meals not mentioned in inclusions
- Single supplement (call office for price)
Departure dates & prices
| Departure Date | Cabin Type | Price (pp) | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Oct 2026 | Inside Cabin | £4,245 | Available | |
| 04 Oct 2026 | Oceanview Cabin | £4,605 | Available | |
| 04 Oct 2026 | Balcony Cabin | £5,695 | Available |
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