Cruise planning
Plan Your Experiences Beyond Your Ship
Multi-day packages connect to your sailing on both ends. Tell us your ship and dates and we confirm timings before you commit.
Before Your Cruise
✓ Route: Incheon Airport - Seoul Tour - Cruise Terminal
✓ Start in Seoul after your flight
✓ Hotel nights - Land tours - Selected Meals
✓ Transfer to Incheon port
✓ Port arrival time set against your all-aboard time
After Your Cruise
✓ Route: Cruise Terminal - Seoul Tour - Incheon Airport
✓ Starts after disembarking from your cruise
✓ Disembark day: allow for ship clearance time
✓ Extra nights to explore Seoul
✓ Tranfer to airport
Tour Overview
Make the most of your Incheon cruise with four days in Seoul, planned around your sailing. Your private guide and driver take you from Incheon Airport or the cruise terminal to your Seoul hotel, then through two full days of touring: royal heritage and city streets on one day, the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on the next.
Highlights
- Gyeongbokgung Palace, including the guard-changing ceremony
- Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong’s traditional streets
Korean BBQ lunch - Cheonggyecheon Stream and Myeongdong
- A full-day DMZ visit with Dora Observatory, Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge and the Peace Gondola
What makes this Seoul pre/post cruise tour different:
- Private guide and vehicle, with the itinerary customizable to your ship’s schedule and your interests
- Transfers to and from the airport or cruise terminal are part of the plan, so you do not arrange them separately
- One day for Seoul’s culture and one for the DMZ, rather than squeezing both into a single day
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Full Itinerary
Arrival in Incheon & transfer to Seoul
Meet your local representative at Incheon International Airport or Incheon Cruise Terminal and continue by private vehicle to your Seoul hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free.
Seoul city highlights
After breakfast, embark on a journey through Seoul’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant city life. Explore the grandeur of historic royal palaces, wander through traditional neighborhoods, savor authentic Korean cuisine, and discover lively shopping districts that showcase the perfect blend of tradition and modernity.
Today's highlights include:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace: Visit Seoul’s iconic royal palace and witness the traditional changing of the guard ceremony.
- Insadong: Stroll through a charming cultural district known for its traditional tea houses, art galleries, and local handicrafts.
- Bukchon Hanok Village: Discover a picturesque neighborhood filled with traditional Korean houses and narrow alleyways.
- Korean BBQ Lunch: Enjoy a delicious Korean barbecue experience featuring authentic local flavors.
- Cheonggyecheon Stream: Take a relaxing walk along this scenic urban stream in the heart of Seoul.
- Myeongdong Shopping District: Explore one of Seoul’s most popular shopping areas, famous for fashion, beauty products, street food, and lively streets.
Return to your hotel after a memorable day exploring Seoul.
DMZ & Peace Gondola Experience
Embark on a fascinating journey north of Seoul to explore the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), one of the world’s most historically significant border areas. Discover important landmarks that reflect Korea’s division and enduring hopes for peace, while enjoying scenic landscapes along the Imjin River aboard the Peace Gondola. Return to Seoul in the late afternoon after a memorable day of history, culture, and panoramic views.
Today's highlights include:
- Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ): Explore one of the most significant historical areas on the Korean Peninsula and learn about the division between North and South Korea.
- Dora Observatory: Enjoy views toward North Korea and gain insights into the region’s unique geopolitical history.
- Imjingak Park: Visit this symbolic site dedicated to peace, remembrance, and the hope for Korean reunification.
- Freedom Bridge: Discover the historic bridge associated with the return of prisoners of war following the Korean War.
- Peace Gondola: Take a scenic ride over the Imjin River and admire panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and border area.
Hotel - Cruise Port/Airport
Enjoy your final moments in Seoul before transferring to the cruise port, or the airport for your onward journey.
Alternatively, you may choose to conclude your pre or post cruise tour package in Seoul and continue exploring the city at your leisure.
This marks the end of your memorable journey through South Korea's vibrant capital.
Tour Details
Meeting Point
Airport or Cruise Port
Transport
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
Accommodation
Choose from a selected list. Extra nights can be added.
Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
✓ Private arrival and departure transfers by airport or cruise port
✓ All touring and 3 hotel nights
✓ Local expert guide
✓ Meals specified in the itinerary
Not included
✕ Flights and personal travel insurance
✕ Other Meals & Drinks
✕ Tips for guide and driver
✕ Other personal expenses, including free-time activities
Tour Price
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Tell us your ship, date and number of guests. We reply within 12 working hours. No payment is needed to send a request.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
| When you cancel | What is charged |
|---|---|
| More than 40 days before | 10% of the deposit is non-refundable and kept as credit for your next trip. The rest is refunded (your bank may charge a fee). |
| 40 to 30 days before | 35% of the deposit |
| 29 to 15 days before | 50% of the deposit |
| 14 to 10 days before | 75% of the total booking value |
| Less than 10 days, or no show | 100% of the total booking value |
Refunds are usually processed within 2 to 4 working weeks after we receive your written cancellation request. After the trip has started, we cannot refund unused services, early departure, late arrival or missed days.
FAQs about Tokyo Pre & Post Cruise Tour Packages
A pre-cruise tour allows you to discover Seoul before boarding your cruise, while a post-cruise tour gives you more time to explore after disembarkation. Both options offer opportunities to experience Korea’s royal heritage, traditional neighborhoods, vibrant shopping streets, and distinctive cuisine.
Yes, a DMZ excursion can be included in your itinerary if your schedule allows. Depending on the tour, highlights may include Dora Observatory, Imjingak Park, Freedom Bridge, and the Peace Gondola. Access to certain sites may be restricted or changed due to security conditions, weather, or local regulations. Advance booking is recommended, and valid identification may be required.
Transfer arrangements depend on your selected package. Airport transfers and transportation to or from your cruise port may be available as part of your itinerary or as an additional service. Since cruise ships may depart from ports outside central Seoul, such as Incheon or other designated cruise terminals, confirm your port location and schedule before booking.
Yes, many itineraries can be tailored to your travel dates, interests, and available time. You can focus on historical landmarks, Korean food experiences, traditional villages, shopping districts, or a combination of cultural and modern attractions. A customized itinerary can also help accommodate your cruise departure or arrival schedule.
Absolutely. Seoul offers a wide variety of experiences for first-time visitors, couples, and families. You can explore royal palaces, discover traditional Korean architecture, sample local street food, enjoy shopping, and experience the city's modern attractions. Activities can be adjusted to suit different ages and interests.
It is best to book as early as possible (about 2 months before departure), particularly during spring and autumn, public holidays, and busy cruise travel periods. Early reservations provide more flexibility for accommodation, transportation, guided tours, and popular excursions such as DMZ visits.
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