MSC Bellissima | Japan Shore Excursions

Curated MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions & Tour Itineraries in Japan & Beyond

Private Tours Made for Your Cruise

Experience the beauty, culture and hidden treasures of destinations with shore excursions designed around your cruise schedule and travel preferences.

Whether you are traveling as a couple, with family or with friends, discover Japan your way with our local team.

Since 2006

Asia cruise-port experience

Back-to-ship Guarantee

Every itinerary planned around port time

Local Licensed Guide

English-speaking professionals

Small Group

More Personal · More Memorable

MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions with us

Get Ashore From MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions

Make Every Moment Ashore Count

Your time in Japan is precious. From ancient temples and traditional streets to breathtaking landscapes and authentic local experiences, every port offers something special to discover.

Whether you prefer cultural exploration, scenic adventures, local cuisine or a relaxed day with your family, Japan Shore Excursions help you make the most of your time ashore.

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Sample shore excursions

Discover Japan Through Our Handpicked Shore Excursions for MSC Bellissima Cruis Guests

These are starting points, not fixed products. We adjust the route, pace and stops to your port time, who is travelling and how much you want to see. Prices depend on your group, request a quote and compare.

Shared Tour
Usa-Jingu Shrine - Beppu shore excursionsUsa-Jingu Shrine - Beppu excursions

Beppu Shore Excursions

Usa-Jingu Shrine & Beppu Jigoku Tour

From $198 USD

Senior-FriendlyCultureSightseeingSmall Group
HighlightsUsa-Jingu Shrine, Beppu Jigoku Tour, Myouban-Onsen Yunosato, Yunohana Goya
Departure PortBeppu, Japan
Duration6 hours
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide
Shared Tour Dates
2027
Aug 20

Cruise Ships: Sapphire Princess

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Shared Tour
Shore trips from Kagoshima cruise portArimura Lava Observatory Sakurajima

Kagoshima Shore Excursions

Kagoshima to Sakurajima Tour

From $160 USD

Senior-FriendlySightseeingWellness ExperienceSmall Group
HighlightsSakurajima Visitor Center, Sakurajima lava Nagisa Park & ​​Footbath, Arimura lava observatory
Departure PortKagoshima, Japan
Duration6 hours
Walking LevelEasy - Moderate
GuideLicensed Guide
Shared Tour Dates
2026
Nov 18 · 24 · 25
Dec 14
2027
Jan 15 · 25
Mar 12
Apr 02 · 30
May 26
Aug 25

Cruise Ships: NCL Jade, Spectrum of the Seas, Sapphire Princess

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Shared Tour
Shuri Castle - Okinawa shore excursionsShikinaen Royal Garden - Okinawa shore excursions

Naha - Okinawa Shore Excursions

The World Heritage of Naha

From $180 USD

Senior-FriendlyCulturalUNESCO HeritagesSmall Group
HighlightsSyuri Castle Park, Shikinaen (Ryukyu-garden), Tuboya Yachimun Pottery Street, International Street
Departure PortNaha, Japan
Duration6 hours
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide
Shared Tour Dates
2026
Dec 16
2027
Jan 27

Cruise Ships: Sapphire Princess

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Marina Bay - Singapore Hong Kong Pre Post Cruise Tour PackagesSpectra Light & Water Show - Singapore Pre Post Cruise Tour Packages

Singapore Shore Excursions

3-Day Singapore Pre/Post Cruise Tour Package

Senior-FriendlyScenicCuisineSmall Group
HighlightsVictoria Peak, Man Mo Temple, Central District, Chi Lin Nunnery, Temple Street Night Market, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade & Star Ferry
Departure PortHong Kong
Duration3 days/2 nights
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade - Hong Kong Pre Post Cruise Tour PackagesNan Lian Garden - Hong Kong excursions

Hong Kong Shore Excursions

3-Day Hong Kong Pre/Post Cruise Tour Package

Senior-FriendlyScenicCuisineSmall Group
HighlightsVictoria Peak, Man Mo Temple, Central District, Chi Lin Nunnery, Temple Street Night Market, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade & Star Ferry
Departure PortHong Kong
Duration3 days/2 nights
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Bukchon Hanok Village - Seoul Discover TourDMZ - Seoul Pre Post Cruise Tour Packages

Seoul Shore Excursions

4-Day Incheon Pre/Post Cruise Tour Package

Senior-FriendlyScenicCuisineSmall Group
HighlightsGyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong, Bukchon Hanok Village, Cheonggyecheon Stream, Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
Departure PortIncheon (Seoul), South Korea
Duration4 days/3 nights
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Takeshita Street - Tokyo Pre Post Cruise Tour PackagesTokyo shore excursions - Explore Japan Capital

Tokyo Shore Excursions

3-Day Tokyo Discovery - Pre/Post Cruise Tour Package

Senior-FriendlyScenicCuisineSmall Group
HighlightsShibuya, Meiji Shrine, Harajuku & Takeshita Street, Asakusa, Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise Street, Tokyo Skytree, Ginza
Departure PortTokyo, Japan
Duration3 days/2 nights
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Shared Tour
Visit Odongdo Island on Yeosu shore excursionsYeosu Art Land - Yeosu highlights tour

Yeosu Shore Excursions

Yeosu Highlights Tour

From $145 USD

Senior-FriendlyScenicCuisineSmall Group
HighlightsOdongdo Island, Yeosu Maritime Cable Car, Yeosu Jungang Market, Yeosu Art Land and Angel Wings Mural Street
Departure PortYeosu, South Korea
Duration6 hours
Walking LevelModerate
GuideLicensed Guide
Shared Tour Dates
2027
Mar 08

Cruise Ships: HAL-ms Westedam

Back-to-Ship Guarantee: Return to Your Ship 90-120 Minutes Before Departure

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Shared or private

Find the Right Way to Explore Japan with MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions

Every traveler has a different way of discovering Japan. Whether you prefer joining a small group or enjoying a private experience with your own family and friends, we can help you find a suitable option.

Small-Group Shore Excursions

✿ Join fellow cruise travelers

✿ Enjoy planned sightseeing itineraries

✿ Share the experience with other travelers

✿ Suitable for guests who prefer a group experience

Private Shore Excursions

✿ Travel exclusively with your own group

✿ Customize your sightseeing itinerary

✿ Enjoy flexible pacing

✿ Private transportation

✿ Personalized quotation

Request a Private Tour

Can't find a suitable shared tour for your cruise date? Tell us about your preferences, and our team will suggest private tour options tailored to your group.

No payment required to submit an inquiry · No obligation to book

Explore Japan ports

Select Your MSC Bellissima Port of Call

Ports and sailings vary by date. Choose the MSC Bellissima shore excursion that matches your itinerary, or tell us your port and we will suggest routes.

8 EXCURSIONS

Yokohama / Tokyo
Shrines • Imperial Palace •  Shopping Street

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11 EXCURSIONS

Kobe / Osaka / Kyoto
Kyoto • Nara •  Heritage Sites

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11 EXCURSIONS

Shimizu
Mt. Fuji • Hakone •  Shizouka

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8 EXCURSIONS

Nagasaki
Peace Park • Arita •  Gunkanjima

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4 EXCURSIONS

Kagoshima
Sakurajima • Chiran •  Footbath

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6 EXCURSIONS

Hiroshima
Historic Tour • Miyajima

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How Our MSC BEllissima Shore Excursions Work

Three Simple Steps to Book Your Excursions

1

Submit your Inquiry

Tell us your port, arrival date, group size and what you would like to see. It takes about two minutes.

2

Receive your Proposal

We send a personalized itinerary and quotation built around your ship’s arrival and departure times.

3

Confirm your Excursions

If you're happy with the plan, confirm the version you prefer and we will continue with the process. If not, there is no obligation.

Private tour pricing

What Shapes the Price of MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions

Your quote depends on the port, tour length, route, vehicle size and group size. Each detail helps us tailor the experience to your needs and provide a transparent, personalized quote.

A private vehicle and guide are shared by everyone in your party, so the cost per person usually becomes more affordable as your group grows.

✓   Departure Port: Your pick-up location and the distance to your destinations.

✓   Tour Duration: The total number of hours or days you choose to explore.

✓   Itinerary & Route: The destinations you visit and the distance covered.

✓   Vehicle Type & Size: The vehicle that best suits your group's comfort and size.

✓   Group Size: The number of guests sharing the private vehicle and guide, which affects the cost per person.

Get a Personalized Quote

Why choose us

Private Touring, Planned Around Your MSC Bellissima Ship

Private transport

A comfortable vehicle sized to your group, not a coach.

English-speaking guides

Local guides who know the port and explain what you see.

Flexible itineraries

Temples, food, gardens, history or a relaxed pace: you decide.

Cruise-schedule planning

Timing is built around all-aboard, with buffer for the return.

Independent Shore Excursions vs. Cruise Line Group Tours

Understanding the difference helps you decide which experience is right for your MSC Bellissima cruise.

FEATURE INDEPENDENT SHORE EXCURSIONS CRUISE LINE GROUP TOURS
Group size 2 - 16 people 30 - 50 passengers
Pacing ✓ Relaxed, set by you ✗ Rushed, fixed schedule
Shopping stops ✓ Never, unless you request ✗ Frequent, often mandatory
Itinerary flexibility ✓ Fully customisable ✗ Fixed, no adjustment
Guide expertise ✓ Local licensed expert Varies, often generalist
Vehicle comfort ✓ Private air-conditioned car/van Large coach, assigned seating
Senior-friendly pacing ✓ Designed for your needs ✗ Must keep group pace
Return to ship ✓ Always prioritised, guaranteed ✓ Guaranteed by cruise line
Price Premium, excellent value for groups Often higher per person for couples
Selected MSC Bellissima Shore Excursions

Why Choose Our MSC Bellissima Cruise Shore Excursions in Japan & Beyond?

Stepping off the ship in Japan and other countries in Asia can feel exciting, but also stressful. Many travelers worry about tight schedules, language barriers, crowded tours, unclear meeting points, or missing the chance to truly experience the destination before returning to MSC Bellissima. That’s where our MSC Bellissima shore excursions make the difference.

Japan Shore Excursions handle the planning, timing, transportation, and local guidance so you can explore with confidence and comfort. Our tours are perfectly aligned with the ship’s schedule, led by trusted local experts, and designed for smooth pacing.

- You simply step off, explore, and return with unforgettable memories -

MSC Bellissima cruise shore excursion

Curated for Cruise Travelers

Each tour is timed and planned specifically for MSC Bellissima’s port schedules, so you can explore confidently and return to the ship stress-free.

Scenic, Cultural & Easy-Going Experiences

From iconic landscapes and photo-worthy viewpoints to local culture and gentle walking tours, our Bellissima shore excursions suit families, couples, and mature travelers alike.

Small Groups, Big Experiences

We focus on comfortable group sizes, personal service, and smooth transportation - ideal for guests who value quality over rushing through attractions.

Local Experts, Global Standards

Our professional local guides connect you with the real story of each destination while maintaining international-level service and safety.

Reliable Timing & Back-to-Ship Assurance

Our experienced shore excursions team understands the importance of precision. You can explore with confidence, knowing you’ll return to the ship comfortably and on time. Worry-free and relaxed.

GUEST EXPERIENCES

Customer Reviews for Carnival Luminosa Excursions

Grate services received !, all was outstanding!!

I want to congratulate Japan Shore Excursions for all services received , all services were received as agreed and were extraordinary. I want to congratulate Felix for all information and service received. Additional , the tour guides assigned were outstanding and for sure I can recommend this agency, all are very professionals.

Ricardo Z / January 2026

Wonderful easy-going experience

I travelled with my whole family to Japan during the summer of 2025. It was 21 of in total and we took a cruise, but we booked all our on-shore excursions with Japan Shore Excursions and we had a wonderful experience with them . All of our tours were very nicely curated.

Pilar U / July 2025

Lovely Excursion

Lara arranged a lively excursion for my group of three couples in Kyoto. A van met us at our cruise ship (much appreciated). The van was spotless and the driver kept us safe. Our guide was fabulous. She listened to our needs (bathroom breaks, lunch, water) and took us to interesting sights. The money for this excursion was well spent.

SueDale / October 2025
Guests on MSC Bellissima cruise excursions in Japan

Guests on MSC Bellissima shore excursions in Japan

Guests on MSC Bellissima shore excursions in Kyoto

Guests on MSC Bellissima shore excursions

PLAN YOUR SHORE EXCURSIONS

Tell Us About Your Ideal Shore Excursions in Japan & Beyond

Tell us your cruise port, arrival date, and group size. We will come back to you with a tailored excursion proposal, including itinerary, timing, and everything you need to know before you arrive.

Japan Shore Excursions Guarantee No payment required to enquire

Japan Shore Excursions Guarantee We respond within 24 hours

Japan Shore Excursions Guarantee Itinerary adapted to your ship's schedule

Japan Shore Excursions Guarantee Mobility and pacing needs accommodated

Japan Shore Excursions Guarantee Free to adjust or cancel before confirmation