Excursions & day trips

Akiyoshidai and Shimonoseki private shore excursion

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£525.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Japanese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes

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Private Tour

Tour with Audioguide

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Private group

Why you’ll love this…

You'll discover the natural wonders of Akiyoshidai and the highlights of Shimonoseki
There will be an opportunity to enjoy views from the Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory
You'll explore Hinoyama Park and admire the striking Suitenmon Gate at Akama Shrine
An audio guide and digital guidebook provide fascinating insights throughout your visit

What to expect

Begin your private shore excursion with convenient pick-up from Shimonoseki Port. Travel comfortably in your own private vehicle and explore at your own pace, without the constraints of a large group.

Visit Akiyoshidai, one of Japan's largest karst plateaus, renowned for its sweeping grasslands and distinctive limestone landscape. Take in striking views from the Akiyoshidai Karst Observatory before exploring Akiyoshido Cave, one of Japan's largest limestone caves. To minimise walking time, you'll use the elevator entrance.

Return to Shimonoseki and visit Hinoyama Park, home to the Hinoyama Ring observation deck, which offers spectacular views across the Kanmon Strait towards Kyushu. Continue to Akama Shrine, dedicated to Emperor Antoku. Admire the shrine's impressive red-and-white Suitenmon Gate, one of Shimonoseki's most iconic sights.

If time permits, stop at Kamon Wharf, where you can browse local specialities and souvenirs or simply enjoy a snack by the waterfront before returning to Shimonoseki Port in time for your ship's departure.

What's included

Audio guide
Private transportation
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour
Driver
Parking
Insurance

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tour guide

Where

Shimonoseki Port International Terminal, 1 Chome-10-50 Higashiyamatomachi, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi, Japan

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up at the exit of the cruise terminal at Shimonoseki Port, where your ship will dock. Your driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name on it.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users

Not allowed:

Pets are not permitted on this tour

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Optional entrance fees: JPY 1600 for Akiyoshido Cave

Know in advance:

Car capacity: up to 4 participants - Van capacity: up to 9 participants
Before your tour, you'll receive an English audio guide and digital guidebook, downloadable to your own device, with information about the itinerary, sightseeing locations, local history and points of interest
The tour is conducted in a private vehicle with a professional driver. The driver speaks Japanese only, so communication will be assisted by a translation app
A full refund will be provided if your cruise ship is unable to dock
It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes

Remember to bring:

A valid form of identification or a copy of your passport
Japanese yen, as some shops do not accept credit cards

Provider

M-RIDE

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 20 days before the experience begins. If you cancel up to 7 days before, you can still receive a 50% refund. If you cancel up to 24 hours before, you can still receive a 20% refund.

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