Grand Japan & Korea by air
Guided culture tours with Turkish Airlines flights. Longer city stays, palaces and markets on foot.
- Scheduled flights included
- Guided city tours
- Holiday-period departures
SOUTH KOREA13+ Active Tours
Korea Tours
Seoul, Busan and Far East routes combined with Japan.
- Active Tours
- 13
- Tour Length
- 8-16 days
- Visa-Free Options
- 5
SOUTH KOREA
Korea Tours and Live Prices
Seoul, Busan and Far East routes combined with Japan.
SOUTH KOREA GUIDE
Korea, from palaces to neon streets
Our Korea programs are paired with Japan: two countries in one trip. Explore the cities on a fly-in tour or hop between Far East ports on a cruise.
The capital
Seoul
A city that never sleeps, where 600-year-old palaces stand next to skyscrapers.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Myeongdong
Port city
Busan
Korea's southern gateway with beaches, colourful hillside neighbourhoods and a famous seafood market.
- Haeundae Beach
- Gamcheon Culture Village
- Jagalchi Fish Market
Two countries, one route
The Japan link
Programs combine Korea with Japan's classics from Tokyo to Kyoto, so you see the Far East in one go.
- Tokyo
- Kyoto
- Fuji
Choose your kind of Korea trip
Japan & Korea by cruise
Princess ships calling at Far East ports including Busan: unpack once and wake up in a new city every morning.
- Stay on board
- Routes calling at Busan
- Full-board ship life
When to visit Korea
Korea has four distinct seasons; spring and autumn are the favourites.
- Most popular
Spring
March – May
Cherry blossoms bloom in late March and early April; mild weather, ideal for sightseeing.
Summer
June – August
Hot and humid, with a rainy season from late June through July. Good for the beaches.
- Most popular
Autumn
September – November
Mountains turn red and gold in October and early November; cool, clear days.
Winter
December – February
Cold and dry; Seoul drops below freezing. Snowy scenery and winter festivals.
Before you go
Flight
Istanbul – Seoul nonstop, about 10-11 hours
Time difference
6 hours ahead of Türkiye
Visa
Turkish citizens can enter visa-free for tourism; an electronic travel authorisation (K-ETA) may be required. We confirm current rules when you book.
Currency
Korean won (KRW); cards are accepted almost everywhere
Power
220 V, same plug type as Türkiye
Language
Korean; signs in big cities are also in English
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Korea tours combined with Japan?
To make the long flight worthwhile, programs join both countries in one trip: Seoul and Japan's major cities on fly-in tours, Busan and Japanese ports on cruises.
Do I need a visa for South Korea?
Turkish citizens can enter visa-free for tourism; a K-ETA may be requested before travel. Japan is also visa-free for tourism. Entry rules can change, so we check the current situation with you when you book.
Fly-in tour or cruise?
Choose a fly-in tour to explore the cities in depth, or a cruise to see many ports without changing hotels. You can filter both on this page.
What is the best time to go?
Late March to early April for cherry blossoms, October to early November for autumn colours. Holiday departures fill up early, so we recommend booking ahead.
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