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15 Cruises & Boat Trips in South Korea Worth Booking

39 tours  ·  from $17

Good cruises & boat trips fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul - Bridge of Freedom and Mangbaedan Altar
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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul

1.DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel, Option(Suspension Bridge, Boat) from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21,373 reviews · from $35Our pick

This 6 to 9-hour Seoul DMZ tour visits the Bridge of Freedom, Third Tunnel, Dora Observatory, Tongilchon, and a peace park. Choose a hike across Gamaksan or Majang Bridge, or a boat ride on the Imjin River. Guides may include Julie, Jay, Charles, Simba, or Eddie.

“Guide Jay was superb. Funny and understandable english. Entertaining and educational approach. Only down was the trip in the tunnel. Way to short time to actually see the North Korean part. But nothing to do with Jay.”

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Busan: Night Viewpoints with Evening Cruise w/ Fireworks - Cold air, shared slippers, and the best boat seat
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Busan: Night Viewpoints with Evening Cruise w/ Fireworks

2.Night Viewpoints with Evening Cruise w/ Fireworks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 183 reviews · 3 hours · from $109

Spend three to four hours seeing Busan after dark with an English-speaking guide such as Steve, Chris, Sue, or Jina. Your night includes an 80-minute cruise with fireworks, Hwangnyeongsan views, the Busan Cinema Center, hotel transfers, and guide-taken photos.

“We had Steve as our tour guide and he really was fantastic! The positive energy and conversation was superb. We laughed so much! Steve also kept us informed of our activities, what to expect and when they were happening, plus Steve also helped translate so we didn't miss out on vital information. Steve was an excellent driver too. We felt so safe going around the city and we arrived to the boat ahead of time which meant we got first dibs on seats ! Front row seats, which was perfect for photos of the diamond bridge as well as the fireworks ! Thank you Steve!!!”

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Busan Cruise Port – Premium Small Group Tour (Max 6 Guests) - Haedong Yonggungsa Temple by the sea
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Busan Cruise Port – Premium Small Group Tour (Max 6 Guests)

3.Busan Cruise Port – Premium Small Group Tour (Max 6 Guests)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · from $99

Meet your guide outside Busan cruise terminal for an eight to nine-hour tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, traditional hanok homes, Jagalchi and Gukje markets, Gamcheon Culture Village, and Songdo Cloud Bridge. Guides such as Suki, JB, Finn, and Amy are praised for clear English and flexible pacing.

“The day was educational and a lot of fun. Suki was an excellent guide. The weather got very unpredictable but she managed to freestyle the itinerary so we didn't get (too) wet. Recommended.”

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Busan Night Tour with Cruise & Fireworks Show - Busan Cinema Centre adds architecture, not much sightseeing time
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Busan Night Tour with Cruise & Fireworks Show

4.Busan Night Tour with Cruise & Fireworks Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 127 reviews · from $109

Spend about four hours seeing Busan after dark with a guide such as Steve, Sue, Chris, or Joe. Ride from Suyeongman Bay with fireworks, pause at Hwangnyeongsan Mountain for sweeping city views, and visit the Busan Cinema Centre. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with small-group and private options.

“The cruise with fireworks was good fun. The cruise operator shoots fireworks off the front of the boat you’re on. The views from the mountain were breathtakingly beautiful.”

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Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks - Choosing the Best 50-Minute Departure
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Busan: Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

5.Group Sightseeing Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 110 reviews · 50 min · from $17Best value

Board YachtHolic at Gwangalli Ocean Leports Center for a 50-minute shared cruise past Gwangan Bridge, Marine City, and Suyeong River. English-speaking staff serve drinks and snacks, take photos, and add fireworks on evening departures. Confirm your sailing time before arriving.

“It was great for the price, drink included the guide took multiple pictures of everyone and asked all the time we saw some great views whilst listening to music.”

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Jeju: UNESCO Day Tour for Cruise Guests - Jusangjeolli reveals Jeju’s volcanic shoreline
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Jeju: UNESCO Day Tour for Cruise Guests

6.UNESCO Day Tour for Cruise Guests

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $60

Start and finish at Jeju International or Gangjeong cruise terminal on a 7 to 8 hour shared tour with an English or Chinese guide. Visit Hallasan, Jusangjeolli Cliff, Cheonjeyeon Falls, Yakcheonsa Temple, and Seogwipo Olle Market. Guides such as Jina, Gina, and Daisy add local stories and keep the day on schedule.

“Fantastic trip. Managed to cram so many activities into 5 hours. Felt a tiny bit rushed due to the cruise ship arriving so late (almost 2hrs late!!); but on a normal schedule I think it would be absolutely perfect. Daicy our guide was very knowledgeable, but didn't bombard us with information as often happens on tours. The bus was modern and comfortable with A/C at just the right temperature. Jeju is a wonderful island and we'll be back someday soon to spend longer exploring”

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Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour - Nurimaru APEC House and Haeundae views
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Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

7.Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 91 reviews · from $74

You’ll spend a full day seeing Busan’s sea temple, APEC House, UN Memorial Cemetery, Gamcheon Village, markets, and BIFF Square with an English-speaking guide. Groups are advertised at 15, though the vehicle may hold up to 17. Lunch is suggested but not included.

“Jenny provided the best experience for our group. We were a group of 11, all ages, and we all had a wonderful time on the tour in Busan. While there was walking to the sites, it was well worth views and cultural experiences. Jenny is informative, professional and a joy to be around. I would recommend booking this tour to anyone who is visiting Busan.”

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Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise - Yeouido Han River Park and the prepared picnic
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Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise

8.Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · from $245

Meet at Yeouinaru Station for a hosted Seoul evening by the Han River. From April to October, enjoy fried chicken, drinks, and Korean games at a prepared picnic. From November to March, eat Korean BBQ indoors. Guides such as Jay, Gina, Sheen, and Dustin lead the group before a night cruise.

“We expected a fun evening but definitely didn’t expect what we had. Picnic dinner was cold boxes of chicken and fries that were shared with everyone on a long table in middle of walking path. No name beer and a couple of bottles of soft drinks to share. “Games” was one that had a lot of broken cookies to start. The two hour dinner could have taken 30 mins instead. Cruise was 45 mins. Would not recommend as you can easily book the cruise on your own for less money. Different choices of restaurants in area. Guide was pleasant and good English but didn’t add any historical value.”

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Half or Day Tour For Cruise customers arriving at Jeju City Port - Jeju Stone Park, where geology becomes culture
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Half or Day Tour For Cruise customers arriving at Jeju City Port

9.Half or Day Tour For Cruise customers arriving at Jeju City Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $135

You’ll explore Jeju by private taxi or van, with port pickup, included admissions, and a flexible route. Choose a half or full day, then visit highlights such as Jeongbang Waterfall, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Woljeongri Beach, Jeju Stone Park, and Dongmun Market. Drivers may use Google Translate when English is limited.

“We had a great driver. The van used was a Mercedes van with leather Captain's chairs. Places we went to were outstanding. Driver spent a lot of time with us taking pictures. It was a great trip overall”

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[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River - Dokgae Bridge and the route toward the border
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[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River

10.[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · from $35

Travel from Myeongdong or Hongdae to Korea’s DMZ with guides such as Julie, Paul, Joey, or Jun. Visit Imjingak, the Third Tunnel, and Dora Observatory, then add a 50-minute traditional boat voyage when conditions allow.

“The experience was very good. Unfortunately the Boat voyage was unavailable due to some tension between South and North Korea. The alternative tour was nice. Also the observatory was closed but our guide Paul make the experience very enjoyable!”

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Jeju Cruise Shore Excursion Private Taxi Tour Car Charter - Choosing a sedan, van, or minibus
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Jeju Cruise Shore Excursion Private Taxi Tour Car Charter

11.Jeju Cruise Shore Excursion Private Taxi Tour Car Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 64 reviews · 5 - 8 hours

Hire a private sedan, van, or minibus with a driver for 5 to 8 hours around Jeju. Plan east or west, ask for local food, or let drivers such as Mr Kim, Yohan, or GT Kang shape the day. Port, hotel, airport, and island-wide pickup are included.

“Confirmation of the trip was almost instantaneous. Our driver was mansig Jang. He was wonderful, took us to amazing locations including a local lunch. An added unexpected benefit, he was a wonderful photographer! The transportation was very comfortable. You can’t go wrong booking with this company!”

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1-Day Jeju Shore Excursion – UNESCO Highlights for Cruise Guests - From Seogwipo Port: Hallasan and Jeju’s southern shore
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1-Day Jeju Shore Excursion – UNESCO Highlights for Cruise Guests

12.1-Day Jeju Shore Excursion – UNESCO Highlights for Cruise Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $62

This 8-hour Jeju shore excursion matches your cruise schedule and visits four major sites based on your port. From Jeju Port, see Seongsan Ilchulbong, Seopjikoji, Seongeup Folk Village, and Dongmun Market. From Seogwipo Port, visit Hallasan, Cheonjiyeon Falls, Jusangjeolli Cliffs, and Olle Market with a local guide.

“The tour was very good. We were picked up right on time outside our cruise terminal. Our guide Peter Kim was excellent. During our long bus ride, he told us stories about the wind, stone & the women; the two things only found on Jeju Island, grandfather statues and Haenyeo, aged woman divers and the cash crop for the island is tangerine all in a humorous way. Very entertaining. This gave us a insight on life on the island. Well done.”

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Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace - Bukchon Hanok Village and its narrow lanes
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Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace

13.Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $245

Start at noon with a private vehicle, driver-guide, and hotel pickup. Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, Nodeul Island, and Yeouido before a Han River cruise. Guide Joe is praised for funny historical stories, though guiding style may vary.

“Was a nice experience and our guide made the activity enjoyable.The cruise was good and the music really good”

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1-Day Busan Shore Excursion – City Highlights for Cruise Guests - Haedong Yonggungsa, Busan’s temple by the sea
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1-Day Busan Shore Excursion – City Highlights for Cruise Guests

14.1-Day Busan Shore Excursion – City Highlights for Cruise Guests

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $69

See Busan’s major sights in one cruise day with port pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a certified guide. The route includes Haedong Yonggungsa, the UN Memorial Cemetery, Gamcheon Village, Jagalchi Market, and BIFF Square. Expect walking, changing stop times, and a guaranteed return before departure.

“Really enjoyed the tour. Guide took us to the Temple, War Cemetery, Gamcheon Cultural Village, Busan Tower and then the downtown area for freetime. The guide Boni was excellent. She had set up a WhatsApp group in advance to contact us about the tour. She was a lovely lady with a great personality. We would have liked the tour to go to the beach area with the cable cars as that was described in the tour, but they missed it out due to time and traffic constraints. Did it like the stop at Busan Tower as it really is just a large duty free shop. We would have preferred the…”

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Busan Highlights Shore Tour – Cruise Return Assured - Songdo Sky Walk brings you out over the water
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Busan Highlights Shore Tour – Cruise Return Assured

15.Busan Highlights Shore Tour – Cruise Return Assured

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $159

Spend about eight hours exploring Busan from your cruise port with a guide such as Sue, Steve, Beth, or Chris. Visit Gamcheon Culture Village, Songdo Sky Walk, BIFF Square, Gukje and Jagalchi markets, Samgwangsa Temple, and Hwangnyeongsan Mountain. Korean lunch, bottled water, and port transport are included.

“Our guide Beth was fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The places we visited were impressive. The cherry blossoms were spectacular. Beth also catered for my needs with an allergy to seafood.”

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