Japan and South Korea Cruise — Diamond Princess, 13 Nights

About Japan and South Korea Cruise — Diamond Princess, 13 Nights

A 13 Nights 14 Days Japan and South Korea cruise aboard the Diamond Princess. Fly from Istanbul with Qatar Airways and board the ship at Tokyo port. The ship calls at Tokyo, Toba, Osaka, Nagasaki, Busan, Kochi and Shimizu in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Tokyo; Day 2 Doha – Tokyo; Day 3 Tokyo; Day 4 Tokyo; Day 5 Toba; Day 6 Osaka; Day 7 At sea; Day 8 Nagasaki; Day 9 Busan; Day 10 At sea; Day 11 Kochi; Day 12 Shimizu; Day 13 Tokyo – Doha; Day 14 Doha – Istanbul. Cabin options: Promo Inside Cabin Promo, Standard Inside Cabin, Oceanview Cabin with Obstructed View, Balcony Cabin with Obstructed View, Balcony Cabin UPPER DECK. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 13 June 2027. The per-person price starts at €2.399. Included in the price: Round-trip economy-class flights with Qatar Airways; Professional licensed Turkish-speaking guide service, regardless of group size; Airport – Port – Airport transfers; Airport and port taxes; 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4* hotel in Tokyo; Accommodation in the selected category throughout the tour.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Tokyo

Flight from Istanbul to Tokyo via Doha on Qatar Airways flight QR246.

Day 2 — Doha – Tokyo

Arrival in Tokyo after a layover in Doha; check-in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Tokyo

After breakfast, sightseeing around Tokyo (Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street) and free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 — Tokyo

Sightseeing around Tokyo (Sensō-ji Temple) after breakfast, transfer to Tokyo port, embarkation, and cabin check-in. Dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Toba

Stop at the port of Toba. Sightseeing around Ise Jingu Shrine and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Osaka

Stop at the port of Osaka. Sightseeing around Nijo Castle, Ninomaru Palace, and Heian Shrine and free time during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Nagasaki

Stop at the port of Nagasaki. Sightseeing and free time during the day around the Megami Ohashi Bridge, Atomic Bomb Museum, Urakami Cathedral, Dejima Island, and Dejima Museum. Overnight on board.

Day 9 — Busan

Stopover at Busan port. During the day, sightseeing and free time around Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, and Busan Tower. Overnight on board.

Day 10 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 11 — Kochi

Port call at Kochi. Sightseeing and free time around Kochi Castle, Tsumemon Gate, and Katsurahama Beach from the pier during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 12 — Shimizu

Stopover at Shimizu port. Sightseeing around Lake Ashi and free time during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 13 — Tokyo – Doha

Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Tokyo port; transfer to the airport and Istanbul flight with a layover in Doha. Overnight on the plane.

Day 14 — Doha – Istanbul

Return to Istanbul via Doha; end of tour.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Japan and South Korea cruise with Diamond Princess last?

The tour is 13 nights and 14 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Tokyo, Toba, Osaka, Nagasaki, Busan, Kochi, Shimizu.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Diamond Princess ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Flight with Qatar Airways from Istanbul to Tokyo port where the cruise is boarded; return is also by flight.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: 13 June 2027. Price starts from €2,399 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Promo Inside Cabin Promo (base price), Standard Inside Cabin (+€300), Outside Cabin with Restricted View (+€600), Balcony Cabin with Restricted View (+€900), Upper Deck Balcony Cabin (+€1.000). The difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip economy-class flights with Qatar Airways; professional licensed Turkish-speaking guide service regardless of group size; airport-port-airport transfers; airport and port taxes; 2 nights of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4* hotel in Tokyo; accommodation throughout the tour in the selected category; breakfast, lunch and dinner on board, plus snacks; drinks from the buffet and vending machines in various areas of the ship. Water, tea and coffee served in the main restaurant; entertainment and shows on board; use of the fitness and sports facilities.

What is not included in the price?

Medical services; Shore excursions; Personal expenses; Domestic connecting flights; All beverages consumed in bars and restaurants on board; International departure tax.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.