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Explore the top-rated South Korea small ship cruises below.  Adventure Life works with the top-rated small ship cruise lines visiting Busan, and Ulsan, and we help match you with the perfect small ship and cruise itinerary for your specific tastes and needs. There are countless advantages to exploring on a small ship cruise versus a large cruise ship including avoiding crowds and being able to visit and explore smaller ports and scenic shorelines that large ships simply cannot access. The cost of South Korea small ship cruises start at $7,180 for a trip of 8 to 16 days in 2024. Tell us about your dream South Korea small ship cruise and our team of travel planners will help you make it a reality.  
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Seaside Buddhist temple in Busan
$7,580
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Cultural and Natural Treasures of Japan by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Maizuru - Hakodate - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Kenroku-en Garden.
  • Discover Silla culture in Gyeongju.
  • View modern Japanese paintings.
  • Visit Buddhist temples in Busan.
Starts / Ends:
Maizuru / Hakodate
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on this 8-day cruise along Japan's northern coast aboard Le Soleal from Maizuru offers a superb introduction to its traditions and customs through a wide variety of carefully curated shore excursions in each port of call. An opportunity to sample feudal castles, Buddhist temples, …
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Night view of Kobe Port, Japan
$7,650
$1500 FC
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Sacred Japan and South Korea: A Voyage from Kobe to Tokyo, Including South Korea

Osaka - Tokyo - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Kanazawa's rich arts scene
  • Visit Kanazawa's open air market
  • Try traditional pottery making
  • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Tokyo
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on this 10-day Sacred Japan and South Korea expedition cruise from Osaka to Tokyo aboard Heritage Adventurer. Discover Japan's ancient heritage and traditional culture in contrast with the world's most advanced technological civilization. Explore ancient castles, serenely beautiful …
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Evening lights over the Otaru canals
$11,870
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Expedition on the Kitamae Route

Otaru, Hokkaido - Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Learn about Kitamae route
  • Enjoy local seafood specialties
  • Sail to the small island of Sado
  • Discover spectacular view of Busan
Starts / Ends:
Otaru / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its numerous customs, and iconic landmarks. From Otaru, go on a brand-new 12-day trip in the footsteps of Japanese merchants using the Kitamae maritime route to Osaka in the mid-18th century. Visit the island of Honshu's north coast, notably the lovely …
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A young woman walks through a field of flowers
$7,180
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The Best of Japan

9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore the famous Korakuen Gardens
  • Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial
  • See Kagoshima & Sakurajima Volcano
  • Honor the events at Nagasaki
  • Discover medieval Japan
Starts / Ends:
Maizuru / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail for the "Land of the Rising Sun" on this 9-day voyage aboard the luxurious Le Soleal. Experience a blend of modernity and tradition in your ports of call. Japan opens its doors to you and reveals its imperial past, where the history of the Samurais rubs shoulders with the subtle …
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$9,185
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Discover the Islands of Japan: A 12-day Voyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Korea

Tokyo - Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Experience Japan
  • Cruise travel to Matsue, Hagi
  • Visit iconic gardens in Japan
  • Visit Fukuoka and Dazaifu
  • Visit the 'Museum Without Walls'
Starts / Ends:
Tokyo / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Japan's hidden gems on this 12-dayVoyage of Japan Between Tokyo & Osaka, Including South Koreaaboard Heritage Adventurer. Immerse in the culture, history, and natural beauty of seldom-visited destinations like Matsue, Hagi, and Yakushima Island. Visit pearl farms in Uwajima and …
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$8,395
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Eternally Sacred Japan & South Korea: Japan Voyage Between Tokyo and Osaka, incl. South Korea

Tokyo - Osaka - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Kanazawa's rich arts scene
  • Visit Kanazawa's open air market
  • Try traditional pottery making
  • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Tokyo
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on this 10-day Eternally Sacred Japan & South Korea expedition cruise from Tokyo to Osaka aboard Heritage Adventurer. Discover Japan's ancient heritage and traditional culture in contrast with the world's most advanced technological civilization. Explore ancient castles, …
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Evening lights over the Otaru canals
$9,430
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Expedition to the Kitamae route

Otaru, Hokkaido - Osaka - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover local arts of Wajima
  • Enjoy local cuisine and seafood
  • Experience Japan's rich culture
  • Discover spectacular view of Busan
Starts / Ends:
Otaru / Osaka
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the Empire of the Rising Sun, its numerous customs, and iconic landmarks. From Otaru, go on a brand-new 12-day trip in the footsteps of Japanese merchants using the Kitamae maritime route to Osaka in the mid-18th century. Visit the island of Honshu's north coast, notably the lovely …
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Matsue Castle
$9,175
$1500 FC
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Eternal Japan and South Korea: A Voyage from Tokyo to Kobe

Tokyo - Kobe - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Discover the Pagoda of Rurikoji
  • Visit the Haeinsa Temple
  • Explore the town of Matsue
  • Marvel through Koraku-en
  • Visit the 'Museum Without Walls'
Starts / Ends:
Tokyo / Kobe
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 12-day tour, explore Japan's unique heritage, culture, and stunning natural landscapes aboard the Heritage Adventurer, the perfect vessel for a voyage through the 'Land of the Rising Sun'. Visit ancient castles, serene gardens, and opulent temples and shrines in Matsue, Hagi, …
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Cherry blossoms in historic Kyoto
$11,490
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Japanese Ancestral Traditions and Legendary Shrines

Osaka - Maizuru - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover Himeji’s UNESCO castle
  • Sail to Kyushu to explore Toba
  • Explore the Miyajima Island
  • Experience the contrasts of Busan
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Maizuru
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, immersing in Japanese ancestral traditions and legendary shrines. Explore Himeji's UNESCO castle and Miyajima's iconic Itsukushima Shrine. Witness Hagi's UNESCO town and Beppu's hot springs. Cross to South Korea for Busan's vibrant …
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Osaka's city lights after sunset
$12,250
$1500 FC
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Japan's National Parks, Art and Culture

Honshu, Osaka to Osaka - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Kanazawa's center of the arts
  • View wildlife on Dogojima Island
  • See iconic landmarks of Miyajima
  • Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Kobe
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore Japan's National Parks, Art, & Culture on this 16-day cruise from Osaka to Osaka, including South Korea, aboard Heritage Adventurer. Experience Japan's seamless blend of ancient customs with ultramodern living, incredible wilderness, wildlife, & renowned arts as you cruise …
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