Private Itineraries

Pre & Post Cruise Tours in Asia

Browse the available itineraries below. Each tour is a flexible starting point that can be adjusted around your flight time, cruise schedule, party size and preferred pace.

Share your ship, sailing date and arrival or departure details. Your consultant will confirm availability, exact inclusions and a tailored quotation.

Note: Sending us your request is free and easy. Our consultants will contact you within 12 working hours.

Pre & Post Cruise Tours

Kobe Pre or Post Cruise

HighlightsOsaka Castle, Dotonbori, Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Higashiyama & Kobe Cruise Port

Duration3 days / 2 nights

TransferKansai Airport ↔ Kobe Cruise Port

Tour StylePrivate & Customizable

Best ForKyoto culture & Kobe sailings

✓Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private GuidePrivate VehiclePort Transfer

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Bangkok Pre or Post Cruise

HighlightsGrand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Chao Phraya River & Bangkok local life

Duration3 days / 2 nights

TransferBangkok Airport ↔ Laem Chabang Port

Tour StylePrivate & Customizable

Best ForBangkok culture & Laem Chabang sailings

✓Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private GuidePrivate VehiclePort Transfer

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Hanoi & Halong Bay Pre or Post Cruise

HighlightsHanoi Old Quarter, Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Complex, Hoa Lo Prison, Bat Trang Ceramic Village & Halong Cruise Port

Duration4 days / 3 nights

TransferNoi Bai Airport ↔ Halong Cruise Port

Tour StylePrivate & Customizable

Best ForHanoi culture & Halong sailings

✓Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private GuidePrivate VehiclePort Transfer

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Keelung (Taipei) Pre or Post Cruise

Highlights Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple, National Palace Museum, Taipei 101, Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, Sky Lantern Release, Dihua Street, Nanmen Market & Xiahai City God Temple

Duration 4 days / 3 nights

Transfer Keelung Port ↔ Taoyuan / Songshan

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For Taipei culture & scenic towns

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Tokyo Pre Or Post Cruise

Highlights Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, Ginza & Tsukiji Outer Market

Duration 3 days / 2 nights

Transfer Narita / Haneda ↔ Tokyo / Yokohama Port

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For Tokyo culture & landmarks

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Singapore Pre or Post Cruise Tour

Highlights Civic District, Merlion Park, Thian Hock Keng Temple, National Museum of Singapore, Marina Bay Sands & Gardens by the Bay

Duration 1 day

Transfer Changi Airport ↔ Cruise Terminal

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For City highlights & short stays

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Incheon (Seoul) Pre or Post Cruise Tour

Highlights Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, Myeongdong, DMZ, Dora Observatory, Peace Gondola, Cheonggyecheon Stream & Traditional Korean BBQ

Duration 4 days / 3 nights

Transfer Incheon Airport ↔ Cruise Terminal

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For Seoul culture, DMZ & food

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Shanghai Pre Or Post Cruise Tour

Highlights Yu Garden, the Bund, French Concession, Xintiandi, Master of the Nets Garden, Panmen Gate, Grand Canal & Tongli Water Town

Duration 3 days / 2 nights

Transfer Pudong / Hongqiao ↔ Cruise Port

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For Shanghai & water towns

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Hong Kong Pre Or Post Cruise Tour

Highlights Victoria Peak, Man Mo Temple, Central District, Chi Lin Nunnery, Temple Street Night Market, shopping & Star Ferry

Duration 3 days / 2 nights

Transfer Hong Kong Airport ↔ Cruise Terminal

Tour Style Private & Customizable

Best For Culture, landmarks & shopping

✓ Fully Customizable: Tell us your requirements in the inquiry form.

Private Guide Private Vehicle Port Transfer

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Choose the Right Timing

Pre Cruise or Post Cruise: Which Suits You?

Both options add meaningful time ashore, but they solve different travel needs.

Before Embarkation

Choose a Pre Cruise Tour When...

You want a calm start to the voyage and prefer not to travel from an international flight directly to the ship.

✓You are crossing time zones and want time to rest before embarkation.

✓Your departure city deserves more time, such as Tokyo, Seoul or Taipei.

✓You want the port transfer handled after your hotel stay and sightseeing.

Airport→Hotel→Private Tour→Cruise Port

Cruise guests enjoying a local meal during a post cruise tour

After Disembarkation

Choose a Post Cruise Tour When...

You want the holiday to continue after leaving the ship rather than travelling directly from the terminal to the airport.

✓Your return flight is later and you want to use the available time well.

✓You prefer a slower ending with a hotel stay, local dining and flexible sightseeing.

✓You want luggage and onward transfers coordinated from the terminal.

Cruise Port→Private Tour→Hotel→Airport

Taking a longer Asia journey? A pre cruise tour and a post cruise tour can be planned together, even in different embarkation and disembarkation cities.

Make More of the Journey

Why Add Time Before or After Your Cruise?

A cruise itinerary is built around the coast. A land extension gives you time for neighborhoods, cuisine, heritage sites and local experiences that need more than a port day.

See Beyond the Terminal City

Use the extra days for a deeper city stay, a nearby cultural area or a scenic day trip that cannot fit comfortably into a short port call.

Reduce Travel-Day Pressure

A coordinated hotel and transfer plan removes the need to match separate bookings, calculate terminal access and manage luggage between services.

Travel at a More Comfortable Pace

Because the tour is private, sightseeing time, rest stops, walking distance and daily start times can be adjusted to your party.

One Coordinated Arrangement

What Can Be Included in Your Land Extension?

Your proposal is built around the services your route actually needs. An overnight tour and a same-day airport connection will not have identical inclusions.

Airport, Hotel & Port Transfers

Private transfers can connect your arrival airport, selected hotel, sightseeing route and cruise terminal in the correct order.

Hotel Accommodation

For overnight extensions, your consultant can propose well-located four-star or higher options based on comfort, access and availability.

Private Guide & Vehicle

A private English-speaking guide and suitable vehicle can be arranged for the sightseeing days shown in your final itinerary.

Sightseeing Arrangements

Attractions, local experiences, reservations and meals can be included where stated, with alternatives suggested when timing is limited.

Personalized Pacing

Daily start times, walking distance, rest breaks and the number of stops can be adjusted around your party’s travel style.

Dedicated Trip Support

One travel consultant coordinates the itinerary before departure and remains your point of contact for the arranged services.

Clear before you confirm: Your quotation should state the hotel category, room basis, transport, guide service, entrance fees, meals and other inclusions. International flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities and personal expenses are not included unless specifically listed.

See How the Days Connect

Sample Pre & Post Cruise Tour Flow

These examples show how the logistics can fit together. Your actual plan will follow your flight and ship times.

Guests sightseeing during a pre cruise city extension

Example: 4 Days Before Sailing

Pre Cruise Extension

A comfortable arrival, two sightseeing days and a direct transfer to embarkation.

Airport Arrival & Hotel Check-in

Private meet-and-transfer, time to settle in and a light first evening.

Signature City Highlights

A private guided day focused on the destination’s key heritage and cultural sights.

Local District or Day Trip

Go beyond the central highlights with a market, neighborhood, garden or nearby scenic area.

Hotel to Cruise Terminal

A relaxed morning and private transfer timed around the embarkation window.

Example: 3 Days After Sailing

Post Cruise Extension

Disembarkation assistance, meaningful sightseeing and an onward airport transfer.

Cruise Port Pick-up

Meet your guide after disembarkation, load luggage and begin a comfortable introductory tour.

Full Private Exploration

Spend the day on the experiences that were not possible during the cruise itinerary.

Hotel to Airport

Use the remaining time at an appropriate pace, then transfer according to the flight schedule.

Designed for Cruise Travelers

The Details We Plan Around

A strong land extension is not only a sightseeing list. The timing and practical details must work from your first arrival to your next departure.

Flight & Ship Timing

Meeting times, sightseeing hours and transfers are arranged around the information you provide, with realistic time for each connection.

Hotel Location

Location matters as much as star rating. Your consultant considers airport access, sightseeing convenience and the route to the terminal.

Luggage & Vehicle Space

Tell us how many travelers and large bags you have so an appropriate transfer vehicle can be proposed.

Mobility & Dietary Needs

Share walking preferences, step-free requirements or dietary requests early so the route can be adapted where possible.

Simple From Enquiry to Arrival

How Your Private Extension Comes Together

You do not need every detail decided before contacting us. Start with the dates and travel structure, then refine the itinerary with your consultant.

Share Your Cruise Details

Send the ship, sailing date, embarkation or disembarkation port, party size and preferred number of days.

Receive a Tailored Proposal

Your consultant recommends the route, hotel level, transfers, sightseeing flow and quotation within 12 working hours.

Refine the Plan

Adjust the pace, attractions, hotel or inclusions until the arrangement fits your priorities.

Travel With One Coordinated Plan

Meet the arranged local team and follow a land itinerary connected to your next flight or cruise movement.

Transparent Tailored Pricing

What Shapes the Price of a Pre or Post Cruise Tour?

There is no single price that suits every sailing because hotel rates, flight times, terminal locations and group requirements differ. A tailored quote allows the services to match the trip rather than forcing the trip into a fixed package.

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Destination & Duration The city, number of nights and distance between airport, hotel and terminal.

Hotel Category & Room Type Preferred comfort level, room configuration, breakfast basis and travel season.

Party Size & Vehicle The number of travelers, luggage volume and vehicle capacity required.

Guide & Sightseeing Days The number of guided days, route complexity and operating hours.

Included Experiences Entrance tickets, meals, local activities and special reservations stated in the plan.

Availability at Your Dates Hotel, guide, vehicle and attraction availability can vary around busy sailings and holidays.

Established in 2006

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Shore Excursions Asia is a licensed international tour operator with experience arranging private travel around cruise schedules across Asia.

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Choose by Travel Style

Which Asia Cruise City Fits Your Extension?

The best destination is not always the longest itinerary. Choose according to the experience you want and the time available around your cruise.

First-Time City Highlights

Ideal when you want recognizable landmarks, efficient transport and a strong introduction in one to three days.

Tokyo Singapore Hong Kong

Heritage & Local Culture

Choose a longer extension when palaces, old neighborhoods, museums and cultural experiences are the priority.

Taipei Seoul

City Plus Scenic Day Trip

Suitable for travelers who want an urban stay combined with gardens, water towns, coastlines or a nearby historic area.

Shanghai & Tongli Taipei & North Coast

Prepare the Right Information

Planning Tips Before You Enquire

Confirm the Exact Terminal

Some cities have more than one cruise terminal. Send the cruise line, ship and sailing date so the correct port can be checked.

Share Flight Details When Available

Arrival or departure time affects the first and last day, including whether meaningful sightseeing is realistic.

Count Luggage as Well as Travelers

A private vehicle needs enough space for both the party and cruise luggage, especially when the transfer is part of a touring day.

Describe the Pace You Enjoy

Tell your consultant whether you prefer fuller sightseeing days, fewer stops, later starts or less walking.

Book Early for Popular Sailings

Early planning gives more choice of guides, vehicles, room types and timed-entry attractions. Last-minute requests remain welcome subject to availability.

Review What the Quote Includes

Check hotel nights, breakfast, entrance fees, meals, guide hours and transfer coverage before confirming.

Answers Before You Plan

Pre & Post Cruise Tour FAQs

What is a pre or post cruise tour?

It is a private land arrangement before embarkation or after disembarkation. Depending on the route, it can combine airport, hotel and cruise terminal transfers with accommodation and guided sightseeing.

Should I choose a pre cruise or post cruise tour?

Choose a pre cruise tour for a calmer arrival and time to settle before sailing. Choose a post cruise tour when you want to continue exploring after disembarkation or avoid going directly from the ship to the airport.

How many days should I add?

One day can work for an airport-to-port city connection, while two to four nights allow a fuller cultural experience. The best duration depends on flight times, terminal location and the places you want to visit.

Are the tours private?

Yes. The listed pre and post cruise tours are arranged privately for parties of two or more. Your final proposal will confirm the guide and vehicle services included on each day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Duration, route, hotel category, activities, daily pace and walking level can be adjusted around your interests and schedule, subject to local availability.

Are airport and port transfers included?

The private transfers required by the itinerary are normally built into the proposal. Your quotation will state the exact pick-up and drop-off points so you can see which movements are covered.

Does every tour include a hotel?

No. Overnight itineraries can include hotel accommodation, while a one-day connection may only require private transport and sightseeing. The tour page and quotation will show the relevant arrangement.

Can you accommodate less walking or mobility needs?

Because the itinerary is private, the pace, number of stops and walking distance can be adjusted. Share specific mobility requirements before booking so suitable routes and access can be checked.

What happens if my flight or ship time changes?

Contact your consultant as soon as you receive the change. The team will review the arranged transfers and sightseeing plan, then advise what can be adjusted based on the new timing and availability.

How is the price calculated?

The quotation depends on destination, duration, hotel level, party size, vehicle, guide days, attraction tickets, meals and availability for your travel dates.

What details should I send for a quote?

Send your cruise line, ship, sailing dates, embarkation or disembarkation port, party size, preferred duration and flight details if already booked. Also mention hotel level, walking preferences and any special interests.

How quickly will I receive a response?

A travel consultant aims to reply within 12 working hours with the next steps, and usually with a proposed itinerary or the questions needed to complete it.

Your Cruise Dates Are the Starting Point

Let Us Connect the Rest of the Journey

Tell us where your cruise begins or ends, how many days you have and what you would like to experience. A travel consultant will prepare a private land extension around your actual schedule.

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Pre & Post Cruise Tours in Asia