Japan and South Korea Cruise from Japan
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Japan and South Korea Cruise from Japan

Escorted Group Tour14 Days / 13 NightsRelaxingFrom £3,995
Overview

An unforgettable journey awaits

Discover the wonders of Japan and South Korea on this 14-day escorted fly-cruise aboard the NCL Jade. Begin with two nights in Tokyo exploring the Skytree, Asakusa Sensoji Temple and a scenic Sumida River cruise, before boarding your ship for a memorable voyage along the Japanese coast. Sail to iconic ports including Shimizu for Mount Fuji, Kobe for Kyoto's cultural treasures, Hiroshima, Kagoshima and Nagasaki, with included excursions revealing the highlights of each region. Cross to South Korea to discover the UNESCO-listed volcanic landscapes of Jeju Island before disembarking in Seoul for a guided tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Folk Museum. With flights from London Heathrow, a dedicated Tour Manager, 4-star hotel accommodation and full-board cruising, this is an effortless and richly rewarding journey through two of Asia's most fascinating countries.

Tour Highlights

  • Guided Tokyo city tour with entrance to Tokyo Skytree
  • Visit Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street and Ginza
  • Sumida River Cruise and Odaiba Island Rainbow Bridge
  • Excursion to Mount Fuji 5th Station via Hakone
  • Scenic Nunobiki Ropeway and Herb Garden in Kobe
  • Akashi Kaiko Bridge and Earthquake Museum
  • UNESCO Heritage Lava Tubes and Folk Village in Jeju
  • Seoul sightseeing including Gyeongbokgung Palace and National Folk Museum
  • 10-night cruise on NCL Jade with full board
Day-by-day

Your itinerary

Day
1

London to Tokyo

Take flight from London Heathrow airport to Tokyo.

Day
2

Arrival Narita – Tokyo

D

Arrive at Narita Airport. Pickup and proceed to hotel. Check-in at hotel. Dinner at Restaurant. Overnight stay.

Day
3

Tokyo Sightseeing (First Excursion Included)

B

After breakfast, proceed for 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 Sumida River Cruise. Overnight stay.

Day
4

Tokyo – On-board Cruise

B D

After breakfast, check-out from hotel. Pickup and transfer to Cruise port. After custom and other formalities, on-board cruise. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
5

Mount Fuji (Shimizu), Japan (Second Excursion Included)

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. 08.00am – Pickup from Port and proceed to Hakone. Visit Mt. Fuji 5th Station (Weather permitted). Drop back to Shimizu Cruise terminal by 15.00pm. Depart at 17.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
6

Nagoya, Japan

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 16.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
7

Kyoto (Kobe), Japan (Third Excursion Included)

B L D

Arrival at 08.00am. Pickup from Kyoto (Kobe) Cruise port at 09.00am and proceed for Scenic Ride on Nunobiki Ropeway to visit Herb Garden. Later stop at Akashi Kaiko Bridge and explore Earthquake Museum. Drop back to Cruise port by 17.00pm. Depart at 20.00pm. Overnight on Cruise.

Day
8

Kochi, Japan

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 16.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
9

Hiroshima, Japan

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 16.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
10

Kagoshima, Japan

B L D

Arrival at 10.30am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 18.30pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
11

Nagasaki, Japan

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. Optional shore excursions on your own. Depart at 17.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
12

Jeju, South Korea (Fourth Excursion Included)

B L D

Arrival at 07.00am. Pickup from Jeju Cruise port at 08.00am. Visit UNESCO Heritage sites for mountain landscapes and Stunning Lava Tubes. Experience Jeju's Cultural heritage at the traditional folk village. Drop back to Jeju Cruise terminal by 14.00pm. Depart at 15.00pm. Dinner & Overnight on Cruise.

Day
13

Seoul Sightseeing – London (Fifth Excursion Included)

B D

Arrival at Seoul Cruise port at 08.00am. After custom and other formalities, disembark the cruise. Pickup and proceed for Seoul Sightseeing including Gyeongbokgung Palace and National Folk Museum. Visit Shopping center of K-Cosmetic & Korean Ginseng. Dinner at Restaurant. Later transfer to Seoul airport for flight back to London Heathrow.

Day
14

Arrive London

Arrival at London Heathrow airport.

The Details

What's included

Included

  • Economy class flight ticket (London Heathrow to Tokyo / Seoul to London Heathrow)
  • Cruise from Tokyo on NCL Jade with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • 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 in Tokyo with Continental breakfast at hotel and Dinner at restaurant
  • 5 x Excursions: Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Jeju and Seoul
  • Services of Tour Manager
  • Airport and cruise port group private transfer 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)
When to travel

Departure dates & prices

Duration
14 Days / 13 Nights
From (pp)
£3,995
Physical Rating
Departure & cabin prices
Departure DateCabin TypePrice (pp)Availability
09 Nov 2026Inside Cabin£3,995Available
09 Nov 2026Oceanview Cabin£4,295Available
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