Japan & South Korea Explorer

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• 12-night Japan & South Korea cruise on the magnificent Celebrity 'Millennium' ship

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Tokyo

• Airline taxes and surcharges

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)
• Cabin Upgrades: Cabin upgrades are available. (See checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)
Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Today, depart from Australia (or New Zealand). Welcome to Tokyo! On arrival, please make your way to your accommodation. There aren't many places on Earth that blend ancient tradition and the ultra-modern quite like Tokyo. Centuries-old gardens and cobblestone laneways live in perfect harmony with soaring skyscrapers and dazzling neon lights. Get immersed in an unrivalled dining scene, fashionable boutiques, and endless cultural encounters in this ever-evolving city.

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 0. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or Similar

Meals included: In-Flight

Enjoy a full free day to explore this magnificent city. Make sure you visit the stunning Meiji Shrine - a Shinto religious site that was dedicated to the Imperial Family in 1926. Or visit Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can encounter many kinds of traditional Japanese cuisine.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or Similar

Meals included: None

Take another free day, as there is never enough time to explore this magnificent city.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or Similar

Meals included: None

(Departing at 19:00)

Today, make your own way to nearby Yokohama Cruise Port for your exciting 12-night Japan & South Korea cruise onboard the Celebrity 'Millennium' Ship.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Dinner

(Docked 07:00 - 19:00)

Shizuoka's rich history owes a lot to the trade that came in through Shimizu Port. The best way to view its splendour is from the sea. Sights include the S-Pulse Dream Plaza, a shopping mall complex with a cinema and a Ferris wheel.

On clear days, particularly in winter, Mount Fuji (Fuji-san in Japanese) is visible from as far as Tokyo, 60 miles away.
When Japan's highest mountain is capped with snow, it's a picture-postcard perfect volcanic cone. One of the best-known symbols of Japan, this iconic mountain has been considered sacred since ancient times and was even forbidden to women until the early 1900s.
Enjoy the day to embark on some independent sightseeing.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(08:00 - Overnight)

Today, arrive in Osaka and overnight in port. Enjoy a day at leisure in Osaka or take a quick train ride to the nearby city of Kyoto, Japan's second largest metropolitan area after Tokyo. It has been the economic powerhouse of the Kansai Region for many centuries. Osaka was formerly known as Naniwa. Before the Nara Period, when the capital used to be moved with the reign of each new emperor, Naniwa was once Japan's capital city, the first one ever known.In the 16th century, Toyotomi Hideyoshi chose Osaka as the location for his castle, and the city may have become Japan's political capital if Tokugawa Ieyasu had not terminated the Toyotomi lineage after Hideyoshi's death and moved his government to distant Edo (Tokyo).

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Departing at 17:00)

Enjoy another full day in Osaka. There is never enough time to explore this enchanting place.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 10:00 - 19:00)

While paying tribute to the infamous nuclear attack that destroyed the city in 1945, Hiroshima is now defined as a beacon of peace and prides itself on its exceptional natural beauty.
Journey to the breathtaking Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, and take time to sample okonomiyaki — a delicious example of Japanese soul food.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 07:00 - 17:00)

It is Busan's premier trading port, adjacent to the Korean Straits and Japan, which makes it an international metropolis, but its beautiful sea vistas make it a charming place to unwind. Experience the serenity of Beomeosa Temple, climb the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park and rejuvenate at Hushimchung Spa.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 11:00 - 21:00)

Aomori Port, the capital of Aomori prefecture, is located on Mutsu Bay, at the northern tip of Honshu. Here, nature and culture fuse as one. The Shirakami Mountains, which embrace the world's largest virgin forest of beech trees, have been awarded a World Heritage Site designation. Reminders of ancient times abound throughout Aomori Port as well, and you can also indulge in the serene atmosphere of the Sannai-Maruyama Ruins, Japan's largest, which are said to have been established around 4,000 to 5,000 BC. The summer brings the city’s most beloved Nebuta Matsuri Festival, which features enormous lantern floats, taiko drums, and dancers that parade the downtown streets. Stroll Aomori’s premiere Shinsen Ichiba seafood market where restaurateurs hand-pick fresh produce then slurp up delicious ramen noodles at one of its counter restaurants.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 07:00 - 16:00)

A port city on the island of Hokkaido, Hakodate is best known for the spectacular views and the area's delicious, fresh seafood, sushi, squid, and ramen. From the top of Mount Hakodate, you’ll enjoy a magnificent view of the city surrounded by the ocean. You can reach the summit by hiking trail, cable car or driving. The former Goryōkaku Fort, Japan's first Western style fortress, is now used in as a public park and is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The park also features the tall, white Goryōkaku Tower that offers a panoramic view of the park, including mainland Japan across the Tsugaru Strait on clear days. Hakodate is literally a town of hot springs, and it even offers steamy outdoor foot baths to pedestrians.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Cruise Docks at 01.30) 

Today arrive at Yokohama, Tokyo cruise port, after breakfast disembark the ship and make your own way to the airport in time for your return flight home to Australia.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note that some customers may arrive +1 day

Today, depart from Australia (or New Zealand). Welcome to Tokyo! On arrival, please make your way to your accommodation. There aren't many places on Earth that blend ancient tradition and the ultra-modern quite like Tokyo. Centuries-old gardens and cobblestone laneways live in perfect harmony with soaring skyscrapers and dazzling neon lights. Get immersed in an unrivalled dining scene, fashionable boutiques, and endless cultural encounters in this ever-evolving city.

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on day 0. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

Meals included: In-Flight

Enjoy a full free day to explore this magnificent city. Make sure you visit the stunning Meiji Shrine - a Shinto religious site that was dedicated to the Imperial Family in 1926. Or visit Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can encounter many kinds of traditional Japanese cuisine.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

Meals included: None

Take another free day, as there is never enough time to explore this magnificent city.

Overnight: Shibuya Tokyu REI Hotel or similar

Meals included: None

(Departing at 21:00 - June Sailings)
(Departing at 19:00 - September Sailings)

Today, make your own way to nearby Yokohama Cruise Port for your exciting 12-night Japan & South Korea cruise onboard the Celebrity 'Millennium' Ship.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Dinner

(Docked 09:00 - 19:00 - June Sailing)
(Docked 07:00 - 19:00 - September Sailing)
Shizuoka's rich history owes a lot to the trade that came in through Shimizu Port. The best way to view its splendour is from the sea. Sights include the S-Pulse Dream Plaza, a shopping mall complex with a cinema and a Ferris wheel.
On clear days, particularly in winter, Mount Fuji (Fuji-san in Japanese) is visible from as far as Tokyo, 60 miles away.
When Japan's highest mountain is capped with snow, it's a picture-postcard perfect volcanic cone. One of the best-known symbols of Japan, this iconic mountain has been considered sacred since ancient times and was even forbidden to women until the early 1900s.
Enjoy the day to embark on some independent sightseeing.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(08:00 - Overnight)

Today, arrive in Osaka and overnight in port. Enjoy a day at leisure in Osaka or take a quick train ride to the nearby city of Kyoto, Japan's second largest metropolitan area after Tokyo. It has been the economic powerhouse of the Kansai Region for many centuries. Osaka was formerly known as Naniwa. Before the Nara Period, when the capital used to be moved with the reign of each new emperor, Naniwa was once Japan's capital city, the first one ever known.In the 16th century, Toyotomi Hideyoshi chose Osaka as the location for his castle, and the city may have become Japan's political capital if Tokugawa Ieyasu had not terminated the Toyotomi lineage after Hideyoshi's death and moved his government to distant Edo (Tokyo).

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Departing at 17:00 - June Sailing)
(Departing at 15:00 - September Sailing)


Enjoy another full day in Osaka. There is never enough time to explore this enchanting place.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 10:00 - 19:00 - June Sailing)
(Docked 01:00 - 20:00 - September Sailing)


While paying tribute to the infamous nuclear attack that destroyed the city in 1945, Hiroshima is now defined as a beacon of peace and prides itself on its exceptional natural beauty.
Journey to the breathtaking Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, and take time to sample okonomiyaki — a delicious example of Japanese soul food.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 07:00 - 17:00 June Sailing)
(Docked 08:00 - 18:00 September Sailing)


It is Busan's premier trading port, adjacent to the Korean Straits and Japan, which makes it an international metropolis, but its beautiful sea vistas make it a charming place to unwind. Experience the serenity of Beomeosa Temple, climb the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park and rejuvenate at Hushimchung Spa.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 10:30 - 20:00)

A port city on the island of Hokkaido, Hakodate is best known for its spectacular views and the area's delicious, fresh seafood, sushi, squid, and ramen. From the top of Mount Hakodate, you’ll enjoy a magnificent view of the city surrounded by the ocean. You can reach the summit by hiking trail, cable car, or auto. The former Goryōkaku Fort, Japan's first Western style fortress, is now used as a public park and is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing. The park also features the tall, white Goryōkaku Tower that offers a panoramic view of the park, including mainland Japan across the Tsugaru Strait on clear days. Hakodate is literally a town of hot springs, and it even offers steamy outdoor foot baths to pedestrians.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Docked 07:00 - 17:00 - June & September Sailing)

Aomori Port, the capital of Aomori prefecture, is located on Mutsu Bay, at the northern tip of Honshu. Here, nature and culture fuse as one. The Shirakami Mountains, which embrace the world's largest virgin forest of beech trees, have been awarded a World Heritage Site designation. Reminders of ancient times abound throughout Aomori Port as well, and you can also indulge in the serene atmosphere of the Sannai-Maruyama Ruins, Japan's largest, which are said to have been established around 4,000 to 5,000 BC. The summer brings the city’s most beloved Nebuta Matsuri Festival, which features enormous lantern floats, taiko drums, and dancers that parade the downtown streets. Stroll Aomori’s premiere Shinsen Ichiba seafood market where restaurateurs hand-pick fresh produce and then slurp up delicious ramen noodles at one of its counter restaurants.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Cruising on this vessel will be the ultimate pampering, with plenty of activities to offer whilst at sea. Take the time to recharge before the next adventure, lounge by the pool, enjoy the spa facilities and taste the delicacies.

Overnight: Celebrity Millennium Ship

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

(Cruise Docks at 06:30 - June Sailing)
(Cruise Docks at 05:30 - September Sailing) 

Today arrive at Yokohama, Tokyo cruise port, after breakfast disembark the ship and make your own way to the airport in time for your return flight home to Australia.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note that some customers may arrive +1 day

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Qantas Tours packages are non-refundable. If your Qantas Tour package is affected by Covid-19 related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other Qantas Tour or package available via the TripADeal website.

Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.

We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.

Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until 03 October 2024
 
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.
 
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies: 

• Inside: $3,700
• Ocean View: $4,300
• Balcony: $4,800

Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
 
Departure Dates
2024
May: 24
June: 05
*September: 21
*October: 03
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
 
Surcharges
Please note:
• dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $300 per person.
  
Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, Adelaide, *Perth or *Auckland
 
Departure City Surcharges
Perth: $100 per person
Brisbane: $200 per person
Auckland: $400 per person 

Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Airlines: Qantas Airways, Japan Airlines, ANA, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand or code share partners (subject to availability).
Please note: TripADeal cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.
 
Guaranteed Airline surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Qantas: $300 per person 
• Singapore Airlines: $700 per person 
• Japan Airlines: $500 per person 
Please note: 
• Guaranteed airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Guaranteed airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners.  
  
Arrive early in Tokyo, Japan
$300 per person, subject to availability
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• Arrivals before your selected departure date can only be booked up to one month before check-in. Should you wish to arrive earlier, please contact TripADeal to request availability. *Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
18/03/2024 - 30/04/2024
01/06/2024 - 14/08/2024
23/09/2024 - 20/10/2024
 
Stay behind in Tokyo, Japan
$300 per person, subject to availability
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact TripADeal to request availability. *Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
18/03/2024 - 30/04/2024
01/06/2024 - 14/08/2024
23/09/2024 - 20/10/2024
 
Stopover Packages
* Singapore
Twin share: $1200 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1800 one way
Includes:
• 2 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers 
Please note: 
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
2024
01/03/2024 - 10/03/2024
18/03/2024 - 30/04/2024
01/06/2024 - 14/08/2024
23/09/2024 - 20/10/2024
Singapore Grand Prix: September 2024

Flight Class Upgrades
Business Class or Premium Economy: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed; subject to aircraft configuration.

Celebrity Millennium Ship
Celebrity Millennium is now making even more waves in the cruise world, adding brand new staterooms and elevating design concepts and technology across the ship: Marvel at completely new bathroom modernisations, wine and dine in reimagined restaurants and lounges, including the main dining room, Oceanview Café, Sunset Bar and Rendezvous Lounge. Also, surrender your senses in the newly redesigned spa and shop in new retail boutiques. Change the way you experience the world aboard Celebrity Millennium.
Nourish your mind, body, and spirit with the luxurious spa, gym, fitness classes and more. The onboard activities and entertainment will make your vacation an unforgettable adventure. Savour all the unique dining experiences.
Celebrity have completely redesigned every suite and stateroom aboard Celebrity Millennium. With a fresh, new look, rivalling the world’s best boutique hotels, ingeniously designed storage, all-new bathrooms, and eXhale bedding featuring the luxurious Cashmere Mattress, every detail in the rooms has been elevated and every comfort refined.
 
Cabins/Staterooms
Inside Cabin:

• Approximately 16 m² 
• Wifi included 
• Your escape at sea, Inside Staterooms offer ample living space, including a sitting area and a flat screen TV. Each inside stateroom on board Celebrity includes world-class amenities.

 
Ocean View Cabin:

• Approximately 16 m² 
• Wifi included 
• Expansive views make Ocean View Staterooms the ideal place to unwind at sea. These perfectly indulgent spaces come furnished with Celebrity’s eXhale bedding featuring the queen-size Cashmere Mattress and everything else a modern traveller needs.

 
Balcony Cabin: 

• Approximately 14 to 16 m² 
• Veranda 3.5 m²
• Wifi included 
• Ample indoor and outdoor space come together to create your private sanctuary at sea. Your personal veranda lets you greet the day, enjoy fresh sea breezes, and soak in breathtaking sunsets.

Please note: Cabins are subject to availability; some may have restricted views.

Accommodation Used:
Properties
Tokyo: Shibuya Tokyo REI Hotel
 
Cruise:
4 Star - Celebrity Millennium
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
 
Extra Nights
Not available 
 
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
 
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for Children 10 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
 
Triple Share
Not available 
 
Bedding Configuration
Double or Twin (subject to availability)

Optional Tours/Activities
Please note:
• Some tours or shore excursions require minimum numbers to operate.
• Shore excursions can be booked/reserved directly with the cruise line before travel (subject to availability)
• Shore excursions can also be booked whilst onboard (subject to availability).
• Shore excursion programmes and itineraries may vary depending on local conditions and/or any unforeseen events concerning the timing on the day of the tour. Some excursions are very popular, and therefore availability cannot always be guaranteed, it is advisable to book in advance to avoid disappointment.

• Visa fees and requirements
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer (including any specialty restaurants onboard cruise)
• Cruise gratuities (tips) for state room attendants and port charges are included throughout the cruise component of this tour. However additional gratuities may apply to onboard purchases.
• Optional activities/tours
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER

Tour Guide: 
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group.
 
Tour Leader: 
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined.
Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 
 
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Summer is a wonderful warm time to visit Japan, temperatures range between 21°C & 35°C, July and August are typically the hottest months. Spring (May - June) is also a wonderful time of year to visit Japan, this is the most vibrant, colourful time of the year with blooming flowers, adding contrast to the scenery. On average the temperature sits around 21°C with cooler evenings. Autumn (September - October) is considered to be the most pleasant time to visit Japan, temperatures range from 10°C to 21°C.
 
South Korea in Spring (March - May) is delightful, the average daily temperature ranges from 15°C - 18°C. The evening can drop in temperature, so bring some warmer clothing. During this time of year flowers are colourful and blooming. In Autumn months (September to November) the average temperature is between 8°C - 19.5°C with clear blue skies and red autumnal leaves. Summer months June to August can be the wettest time of the year, temperatures range between 23°C - 30°C.
 
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:
At Qantas Tours, we do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
 
Passport Validity:
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
 
CRUISE
Embarkation / Disembarkation:
• Begins approximately 2 hours after docking.
• Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
• Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.
• Check your specific sailing for exact departure and arrival times. All times are local to the port.
Please note: Strict Covid-19 terms may also apply regarding proof of insurance covering Covid-19 and/or vaccination. Please refer to the cruise lines’ terms and conditions for further information before boarding.

Luggage:
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and offloading of bags from the vehicle.
 
OTHER
Mobility:
If you would love to travel with Qantas Tours and require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
 
Fitness Level Required:
An Easy/Low level of fitness will be required.
Please note: If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
 
Gratuities / Tipping:
Cruise
Cruise gratuities (tips) are included in the tour price for the stateroom attendants throughout the cruise component of this tour. However additional gratuities may apply to on board purchases.
 
Sightseeing:
Please note: If entrance to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
 
Shopping:
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts.
Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

Japan
A tourist visa is not required for Australian or New Zealand citizens visiting Japan for stays of up to 90 days for tourism, business, visiting friends or relatives, etc. that does not include remunerative activities.
Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the Republic of Korea for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.
 
South Korea
Australian passport holders no longer need to apply for a Korean Electronic Travel Authorisation (K-ETA), under a temporary exemption in place until 31 December 2024
 
Important: 
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
Please note: 
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Voluntary Changes

This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.

• Changes - $100.00 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error

• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100.00 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees

In the event the Qantas Tour you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Qantas Tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.