Japan and South Korea Cruise — Sapphire Princess, 15 Nights

About Japan and South Korea Cruise — Sapphire Princess, 15 Nights

A 15-night, 16-day cruise to Japan and South Korea aboard the Sapphire Princess. Fly from Istanbul with Qatar Airways and board the ship at Tokyo Port. The ship calls at Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Kochi, Hiroshima, the Kanmon Strait, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima and Shimizu, with 1 day at sea. Itinerary summary: Day 1: Istanbul – Doha; Day 2: Doha – Tokyo; Day 3: Tokyo; Day 4: Tokyo; Day 5: Nagoya; Day 6: Osaka; Day 7: Kochi; Day 8: Hiroshima; Day 9: Kanmon Strait; Day 10: Busan; Day 11: Nagasaki; Day 12: Kagoshima; Day 13: At sea; Day 14: Shimizu; Day 15: Tokyo – Doha; Day 16: Doha – Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Cabin Promo, Inside Cabin Standard, Outside Cabin Standard with Obstructed View, Outside Cabin Standard, Balcony Cabin Standard. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 17 May 2027. Prices start at €2.999 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class connecting flights on scheduled QATAR Airways services (IST – DOHA) – (DOHA – TOKYO) & (TOKYO – DOHA) – (DOHA – IST); 11 nights of full-board accommodation in a cabin in your selected category; All transfers; 2 nights’ Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Tokyo; Port, airline and city taxes. (1200 Euro); Turkish-speaking guide service (min. 20 people).

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Doha

Flight from Istanbul to Doha on Qatar Airways flight QR246. Overnight on board.

Day 2 — Doha – Tokyo

Flight to Tokyo following the layover in Doha; check-in upon arrival. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 — Tokyo

Tour around Tokyo after breakfast (Lake Ashi) and free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Tokyo

Sightseeing around Tokyo after breakfast (Imperial Palace, Akihabara Street), transfer to Tokyo port, embarkation on the ship, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 5 — Nagoya

The ship docks at the port of Nagoya at 07:00. The optional "Nagoya City Tour" includes a visit to the Technology Museum; free time is available for those who do not join. The ship departs the port at 15:00; overnight on board.

Day 6 — Osaka

The ship docks at Osaka port at 08:00. Free time on shore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. The ship departs from the port at 20:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Kochi

The ship docks at the port of Kochi at 07:00. The optional "Kochi & Kochi Castle Tour" includes visits to Kochi Castle and Chikurin-ji Temple; free time is available for those who do not join. Overnight on board.

Day 8 — Hiroshima

The ship docks in Hiroshima at 09:00. Enjoy sightseeing and free time during the day around Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the Peace Memorial Museum and the Children's Peace Monument. The ship departs from the port at 21:00; overnight on board.

Day 9 — Kanmon Strait

Stop at the port of Kanmon Strait. Free time on shore; optional land excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight on board.

Day 10 — Busan

The ship docks at Busan port at 07:00. Sightseeing around Haeundae Beach, Dongbaekseom Island, and Busan Tower with free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 11 — Nagasaki

The ship docks in Nagasaki at 07:00. The optional "Nagasaki City Tour" includes visits to Peace Park, Meganebashi Bridge, Temple Street and Glover Garden; free time is available for those who do not join. Overnight on board.

Day 12 — Kagoshima

The ship docks at Kagoshima port at 07:00. Sightseeing around the Iso Gardens and free time during the day. The ship departs the port at 16:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 13 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 14 — Shimizu

The ship docks at Shimizu port at 09:30. Sightseeing and free time around Lake Ashi during the day. The ship departs from the port at 18:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 15 — 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 16 — 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 is the Japan and South Korea cruise with Sapphire Princess?

The tour is 15 nights 16 days; including 1 day at sea.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Kochi, Hiroshima, Kanmon Strait, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Shimizu.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Sapphire Princess cruise 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: May 17, 2027. Price per person starts from €2,999.

What cabin types are available?

Inside Cabin Promo (base price), Inside Cabin Standard (+€100), Obstructed View Outside Cabin Standard (+€400), Outside Cabin Standard (+€1,100), Balcony Cabin Standard (+€1,500). Differences are per person.

What is included in the price?

Scheduled Qatar Airways flights in economy class with connections (IST – DOHA) – (DOHA – TOKYO) & (TOKYO – DOHA) – (DOHA – IST); 11 nights of full-board accommodation in the cabin category of your choice; all transfers; 2 nights of bed and breakfast accommodation in Tokyo; port, airline and city taxes. (1200 Euros); Turkish-speaking guide service (min. 20 people); entertainment, activities and shows arranged for every day and evening; breakfast, lunch and dinner on board; the Captain’s welcome party and gala dinner.

What is not included in the price?

Medical services; Ship crew service charge (17 USD per day, payable on board); Shore excursions arranged at the ports; Beauty center and SPA area; All drinks on board; Expenses incurred during hotel stays; Personal expenses (Internet, dry cleaning, telephone, etc.); Domestic connecting flights.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

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