Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 14 Nights

About Japan and South Korea Cruise — Norwegian Jade, 14 Nights

A 14-night, 15-day Japan and South Korea cruise aboard the Norwegian Jade. Passengers fly from Istanbul 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 – Doha; Day 2 Doha – 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 Tokyo – Doha; Day 15 Doha – Istanbul. Cabin options: Standard Inside Cabin, Promo Inside Cabin, Standard Oceanview Cabin, Standard Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 21 November 2026. Prices start at €2.899 per person. Included in the price: Round-trip scheduled economy-class flights; Turkish-language guide services regardless of group size; Airport – Port – Airport transfers; Airport and port taxes; 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Tokyo; 1 night of hotel accommodation in Seoul.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Doha

Flight from Istanbul to Doha.

Day 2 — Doha – Seoul

Flight from Doha to Seoul after breakfast; check-in at the hotel upon arrival. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3 — Seoul

Sightseeing around Seoul (Gyeongbokgung Palace) after breakfast, transfer to Seoul port, embarkation, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 4 — Jeju

Stop at Jeju Port. During the day, explore and enjoy free time around Yakcheonsa Temple, Yeomiji Botanical Garden, Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, Jeju Island, and Yeomiji Botanical Garden. Overnight on board.

Day 5 — Nagasaki

Stop at Nagasaki Port. During the day, enjoy sightseeing and free time around Megami Ohashi Bridge, the Atomic Bomb Museum, Urakami Cathedral, and then Dejima Island and the Dejima Museum. Overnight on board.

Day 6 — Kagoshima

Stop at Kagoshima Port. The optional "Kamikaze Museum & Sengan-en Japanese Garden Tour" includes visits to the Kamikaze Museum, Sengan-en Japanese Garden, Chiran Peace Museum, and Shoko Shuseikan Museum; free time is available for those who do not join. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — Hiroshima

Stop at Hiroshima port. Sightseeing and free time around Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Memorial Park, and Children's Peace Monument during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 8 — 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 9 — 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 10 — Nagoya

Stop at Nagoya Port. The optional "Nagoya City Tour" includes Nagoya Castle, Honmaru Palace, and the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology; free time is available for those who do not join. Overnight on board.

Day 11 — Shimizu

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

Day 12 — Tokyo

Port call at Tokyo. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions available for those interested. Overnight on board.

Day 13 — Tokyo

Stop at Tokyo port. Sightseeing and free time around Asakusa Temple, Sensoji Temple, and the Temple of the Three Gods during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 14 — Tokyo – Doha

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

Day 15 — 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 on Norwegian Jade take?

The tour is 14 nights 15 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?

The tour flies from Istanbul to the port of Seoul, where you board the ship; the return is also by plane.

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

Departure dates: November 21, 2026. Price per person starts from €2,899.

What cabin types are available?

Standard Inside Cabin (base price), Promo Inside Cabin (+€300), Standard Outside Cabin (+€500), Standard Balcony Cabin (+€1,400). Supplement is per person.

What is included in the price?

Scheduled round-trip economy-class flights; Turkish-speaking guide service regardless of group size; airport-port-airport transfers; airport and port taxes; 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Tokyo; 1 night's hotel accommodation in Seoul; accommodation in the selected category throughout the tour; breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks on board; free 24-hour à la carte restaurant on board; entertainment and shows on board; use of the fitness and sports center.

What is not included in the price?

Service charges: EUR 18.50 per person per day, payable on board. Mandatory; medical services; shore excursions; personal expenses; domestic connecting flights; required visa fee; all drinks ordered at the ship's bars and restaurants; international departure fee.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

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