Booking Wolf
Departing from Kyushu Fukuoka | Aso Volcano & Kusasenri & Minami Aso Railway & Kumamoto Castle One-Day Tour (Optional Kumamoto drop-off)
+5
Cultural

Departing from Kyushu Fukuoka | Aso Volcano & Kusasenri & Minami Aso Railway & Kumamoto Castle One-Day Tour (Optional Kumamoto drop-off)

8 hours
Aso
€53.41/person
From
€53.41per person

Choose an option

Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Chinese-speaking professional driver/guide
  • English-speaking professional driver/guide
  • Japanese-speaking professional driver/guide
  • Korean-speaking professional driver/guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • Toll fees
  • Parking fees
  • Fuel fees

Not included: Admission to Kumamoto Castle admission ticket: ¥800; Admission to Aso Volcano Museum admission ticket: ¥1100; Admission to Kusasenri Horseback Riding; Admission to Ordinary Minami Aso Railway train tickets range from 490 yen to 2000 yen.; Other personal expenses

Ticket: Show e-voucher

Overview

⚠️Important Notice: If Mount Aso crater is inaccessible due to eruption risks or other control reasons, to ensure your travel experience, the guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary based on-site conditions to ensure a fulfilling and smooth trip. Please pay attention to the notice on the day. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! Take the distinctive Minami Aso Railway, traveling through the foothills of Mount Aso, enjoying the scenery of valleys, fields, and rural landscapes along the way; then head to Mount Aso Volcano and Kusasenri, to experience the magnificent volcanic landscape and vast grasslands; finally, visit the historic Kumamoto Castle, admire the majestic castle architecture and stone walls, and feel Kumamoto's unique history and culture. Tips: The itinerary includes long car rides and walking sections, so comfortable sports shoes are recommended; temperatures vary greatly in the mountains, so remember to bring a jacket. ✅Perfect for history buffs and nature explorers, easily embark on a double-impact journey of Kyushu's humanities and geology!

Highlights

Direct Shuttle Experience to the Crater: Includes private car direct to the crater, avoiding queues, saving time and effort, for an efficient tour
Minami Aso Railway: From Tateno Station to Minami Aso Shirakawa Suigen Station, ride a special train to enjoy the natural scenery at the foot of Mount Aso.
Mount Aso & Kusasenri: Get a close-up view of the active volcanic landscape, stroll across vast grasslands, and admire the magnificent scenery of the Aso Five Peaks.
Kumamoto Castle: Explore Japan's famous historic castle, appreciating its spectacular stone walls and castle architecture.
One-Day Tour: Starting from Fukuoka, connect Aso's natural landscapes with Kumamoto's historical sites, easily experiencing Kyushu's classic attractions.

What's included

Chinese-speaking professional driver/guide
English-speaking professional driver/guide
Japanese-speaking professional driver/guide
Korean-speaking professional driver/guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Toll fees
Parking fees
Fuel fees

What's not included

Admission to Kumamoto Castle admission ticket: ¥800
Admission to Aso Volcano Museum admission ticket: ¥1100
Admission to Kusasenri Horseback Riding
Admission to Ordinary Minami Aso Railway train tickets range from 490 yen to 2000 yen.
Other personal expenses

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a tour date
【Regarding Vehicle Plate and Guide Information】The supplier will notify you of the next day's itinerary meeting time, guide information, and vehicle plate number via email between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time on the day before departure. If you do not receive the email, please check your spam folder first. If you still haven't received it, please contact the supplier promptly! If you receive multiple emails, the latest email received shall prevail. 【Regarding Luggage Allowance】Each person is allowed one free piece of luggage. For any additional pieces exceeding this allowance, you can pay JPY 2,000/piece to the driver-guide on-site. Please be sure to indicate this in the order notes. If you do not notify us in advance, the driver-guide has the right to refuse you to board the vehicle, and the tour fee will not be refunded. 【Regarding Driver-Guide Service】Driver-guide service: for exquisite small groups of 4-13 people; Driver + guide service: for bus tours of 14-45 people. The actual arrangement will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day. The driver-guide primarily focuses on driving, with explanation as a secondary function. 【Regarding Force Majeure】Arrival times at each destination may vary depending on traffic conditions, weather, holidays, and crowds on the day. In the event of the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, the guide has the right to adjust and reduce the itinerary on-site. Please understand that no refunds will be given for this reason. 【Regarding Lateness and Refunds】As the day tour is a carpooling service, if you are late at the meeting point or attraction, you will not be waited for and no refund will be given. Please be aware of this. 【Regarding Language Services】Depending on the circumstances of the day, travelers selecting different guided language options may be arranged in the same vehicle. Please be aware of this. 【Regarding Attractions】If some attractions are closed on the day, our driver-guide will adjust the itinerary according to the situation of the day.
Departure: Meet the operator at 09:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ▶The tour guide will not contact travelers in advance. If needed, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on-site on the day of the tour. ▶For license plate and tour guide details, please check the email sent between 16:00-22:00 (Japan time) one day before your departure. If multiple emails are received, please refer to the latest one. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 11:30, 40 min(s), Self-guided, Minami Aso Railway Train, Take the Minami Aso Railway from Tateno Station to Minami Aso Shirakawa Water Source Station, passing through the foothills of Mount Aso, and enjoying the scenery of valleys, fields, and rural areas along the way. Ticket fees are at your own expense. [Attraction/experience] 12:50, Self-guided, Mount Aso Kusasenri, Mount Nakadake, Aso Volcano Museum, Mount Aso is currently closed, so the visiting time at Kusasenri will be extended, allowing for free lunch and activities. Kusasenri is an open grassland with a rich variety of optional activities nearby, including the Aso Volcano Museum and horseback riding experiences. Prices are subject to on-site rates. (Approximately 80-90 minutes, free activities, including time for self-arranged lunch.). Some attractions might need to be skipped because of capacity or weather conditions [Attraction/experience] 15:50, Self-guided, Kumamoto Castle, Kumamon Department Office, Visit the historic Kumamoto Castle, admire its magnificent stone walls and castle architecture, and experience Kumamoto's rich history and culture (approximately 60-70 minutes stay, admission ticket at your own expense). You may leave the group at Kumamoto Castle. If you need to leave, please be sure to note your departure arrangements and luggage quantity in advance. [Return] 19:00, at Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushi Exit), ▶Return starts at 17:00. The return time is for reference only and may be earlier due to a smooth itinerary, good road conditions, etc. on the day. ▶The actual arrival time at the disbanding point will vary depending on road conditions. ▶To avoid losses, please do not arrange other activities for that evening. Thank you for your understanding. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Dear Guests, please note that if you choose to board the bus at Josaien, the duration of the Kumamoto Castle stop on this tour will depend on the actual time available on the day due to traffic conditions. The tour guide will contact you between 18:00-21:00 (Japan time) the day before departure, or between 8:00-10:00 on the morning of departure. Please ensure you provide accurate and valid contact information and keep your communication channels open (LINE cannot be added, so please avoid using LINE). Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 【LINE Add Friend Instructions】Due to different LINE account registration regions, there may be regional restrictions, and in some cases, it may not be possible to add friends by searching for an account. We appreciate your understanding. 【Group Tour Description】This itinerary is a fixed international group tour route. You will travel with other passengers in the same vehicle. Temporary stops are not possible in non-scenic areas, so please understand. 【Meeting Notice】Please be sure to arrive at the designated location on time. If you are unable to participate in the itinerary due to lateness, getting lost, or other personal reasons, it will be considered an automatic forfeiture, and related fees will not be refunded. 【Vehicle Arrangement】Depending on the number of participants on the day, a small car service with a driver doubling as a guide may be arranged. This format offers more flexible itinerary planning, but the driver will prioritize safe driving, and the commentary along the way will be relatively brief. [Language Note] This tour is a multi-language group tour. The guide will provide services and communicate in Chinese/English bilingual or simple multi-language. Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated. 【Itinerary Adjustment】The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather changes, or other force majeure factors. In case of delay or partial change, no refund or compensation will be provided. If you have subsequent travel plans or flight arrangements on the same day, please be sure to allow sufficient time. 【Baggage Regulations】Each passenger may carry one piece of luggage free of charge. Any excess will incur a fee of 2,000 JPY per piece, payable on-site. Please be sure to note the number of luggage pieces when placing your order. If not informed in advance, the tour guide will arrange based on vehicle space availability, and related fees will not be refunded. [Special Groups] Seniors aged 70 or above, or pregnant women, who register for a tour group must sign and return a waiver form no later than one day before departure to ensure travel safety. 【Itinerary Notes】The duration of stay at each attraction has been pre-planned. Please adhere to the meeting times to avoid affecting the overall arrangement. During peak season or holidays, traffic congestion may occur, and the tour guide will adjust the itinerary sequence according to the actual situation. 【In-car Regulations】To maintain a clean environment inside the vehicle, please do not eat or drink in the car. If any damage or mess is caused, a cleaning fee will be charged according to local standards. 【Explanation for Leaving the Group】If you leave the group on your own after the itinerary begins, it will be considered an automatic waiver of subsequent services, and related fees will not be refunded. During this period, the traveler will be solely responsible for their personal and property safety. Attraction information 【Minami Aso Railway Information】Ticket fees are at your own expense. The reference cost for a regular train is approximately 490 JPY per person, and for a sightseeing train (Torokko train) it is approximately 2,000 JPY per person. The specific train type and schedule will be subject to the operational arrangements on the day. If the sightseeing train is not running, a regular train will be taken. Seating on regular trains depends on the passenger flow on the day, and standing may be required. [Minami Aso Railway] The number of train seats is limited. During periods of high passenger traffic, there may be instances where passengers have no seats or need to stand. We appreciate your understanding. [Aso Volcano Explanation] Aso Volcano is currently closed (reopening time TBD). The itinerary will be changed to extend the playtime at Kusasenri. The actual stay duration will be adjusted based on road conditions and weather on the day. 【Mount Aso】Whether Mount Aso's crater is open is subject to volcanic activity and official regulations. In case of crater restrictions, the itinerary will be adjusted based on the actual situation on the day. 【Aso Kusasenri】Kusasenri is an outdoor natural scenic area. The actual landscape may vary due to weather and seasonal influences; experiential activities such as horse riding require an additional fee, and their availability and actual charges are subject to on-site conditions. [Optional Activities] Projects such as Aso Volcano Museum and Kusasenri horseback riding are at your own expense. Specific costs and operating conditions are subject to on-site information at the scenic area. [Kumamoto Castle] Kumamoto Castle admission tickets are at your own expense; if you need to leave the group at Kumamoto Castle, please inform the driver/guide in advance and provide the number of luggage items so that arrangements can be confirmed. 【Kumamoto Castle Departure】If you choose to leave the group at Kumamoto Castle, it will be considered as independently ending the subsequent group itinerary. After leaving the group, services to return to the Fukuoka meeting point will no longer be provided; the traveler will be solely responsible for related transportation, personal safety, and property safety. Prohibitions & Limitations The activity is not recommended: epilepsy / heart disease / asthma / other serious medical conditions Pets are prohibited Vehicle & luggage info The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

More things to do in Aso

All things to do in Aso →Browse things to do worldwide →
Total
From €53.41