Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 13 Nights

About Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 13 Nights

13 Nights 14 Days Japan and South Korea cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at the port of Seoul. The ship calls at the ports of Seoul, Jeju, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Hiroshima, Kochi, Osaka, Nagoya, Shimizu and Tokyo in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1: Istanbul – Seoul; Day 2: Seoul; Day 3: Seoul; Day 4: Jeju; Day 5: Nagasaki; Day 6: Kagoshima; Day 7: Hiroshima; Day 8: Kochi; Day 9: Osaka; Day 10: Nagoya; Day 11: Shimizu; Day 12: Tokyo; Day 13: Tokyo; Day 14: Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Cabin Promo, Inside Cabin Standard, Outside Cabin Porthole, Outside Cabin Window, Balcony Cabin Standard. The cabin supplement depends on the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 21 November 2026. Prices start at €3.599 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Seoul Incheon Airport and from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Istanbul Airport; 9 nights 10 days’ full-board accommodation aboard the 5-star NCL Jade, including all onboard activities; 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a first-class hotel in Seoul; 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a first-class hotel in Tokyo; All transfers specified in the itinerary; Airport and port taxes (total €1100 per person).

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Seoul

Flight from Istanbul to Seoul on Turkish Airlines flight TK020. Overnight on board.

Day 2 — Seoul

Sightseeing around Seoul after breakfast (Gyeongbokgung Palace) and free time. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3 — Seoul

After breakfast, transfer to Seoul port, embarkation and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 4 — Jeju

The ship docks at the port of Jeju at 09:00. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Jeju Island and Cheonjiyeon Waterfall. The ship departs at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 5 — Nagasaki

The ship docks at the port of Nagasaki at 07:00. Enjoy sightseeing and free time around Peace Park, the Dejima district and Glover Garden during the day. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 6 — Kagoshima

The ship docks at Kagoshima port at 07:00. Sightseeing around the Sengan-en Gardens and free time during the day. The ship departs from the port at 14:30; overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Hiroshima

The ship docks in Hiroshima at 09:00. During the day, enjoy sightseeing and free time around Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, Miyajima Island and Itsukushima Shrine. The ship departs the port at 18:00; overnight on board.

Day 8 — Kochi

The ship docks at the port of Kochi at 08:00. Enjoy sightseeing and free time around Shikoku Island, Japan, Kochi Castle, and the Sakamoto Ryoma Monument. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 9 — Osaka

The ship docks in Osaka at 06:30. During the day, enjoy sightseeing and free time around Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the Higashiyama district, Osaka Castle and the Dotonbori district. The ship departs the port at 18:30; overnight on board.

Day 10 — Nagoya

The ship docks at Nagoya port at 09:00. Sightseeing around Nagoya Castle and free time during the day. The ship departs the port at 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 11 — Shimizu

The ship docks at the port of Shimizu at 07:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are available for those interested. The ship departs the port at 17:00; overnight on board.

Day 12 — Tokyo

The ship docks at the port of Tokyo at 07:00; disembarkation after breakfast, program continues on land. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13 — Tokyo

Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Tokyo port; transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 14 — Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul; end of the tour.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Japan and South Korea cruise on Norwegian Jade take?

The tour is 13 nights and 14 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Seoul, Jeju, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Hiroshima, Kochi, Osaka, Nagoya, Shimizu, and Tokyo, respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

On board the Norwegian Jade.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Seoul port with Turkish Airlines to embark on the ship; return is also by air.

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

Departure dates: 21 November 2026. Prices start from €3,599 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Inside Cabin Promo (base price), Inside Cabin Standard (+€200), Outside Cabin Porthole (+€400), Outside Cabin Window (+€500), Balcony Cabin Standard (+€1,000). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Economy-class flights with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul Airport and Seoul Incheon Airport // Tokyo Haneda Airport and Istanbul Airport; 9 nights 10 days of Full Board accommodation aboard the 5-star NCL Jade, including all onboard activities; 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a first-class hotel in Seoul; 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a first-class hotel in Tokyo; All transfers specified in the itinerary; Airport and port taxes (1100 Euro total per person); Turkish-speaking guide service (if the group consists of 25 people).

What is not included in the price?

All alcoholic and some non-alcoholic drinks on board; Personal expenses (phone, dry cleaning, internet, etc.); All optional excursions organized by the ship or your guide; Tips for the ship's service staff (20 Usd per person per night); International departure fee.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

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