Excursions & day trips

Karatsu private shore excursion

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£359.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Japanese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 4 hours

Instant confirmation

Local touch

Private Tour

Tour with Audioguide

e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

You'll explore the historic grounds of Karatsu Castle overlooking Karatsu Bay
The tour allows you to admire the scenic Niji-no-Matsubara pine forest from a private vehicle
You'll enjoy panoramic views of Karatsu Bay and the coastline from Kagamiyama Observatory
There's the opportunity to discover the traditional architecture and cultural heritage of Karatsu Shrine

What to expect

Begin your sightseeing at Karatsu Castle, a historic landmark overlooking Karatsu Bay. Explore the castle grounds and enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding coastline and city.

Continue along Niji-no-Matsubara, one of Japan's famous pine forests. Admire the scenic landscape from the comfort of your private vehicle as you travel along the road surrounded by thousands of pine trees.

Next, visit Kagamiyama Observatory, a spectacular viewpoint offering panoramic views of Niji-no-Matsubara, Karatsu Bay, and the surrounding coastline. Take time to enjoy the scenery and capture memorable photographs.

Continue to Karatsu Shrine, an important local shrine known for its traditional Japanese architecture and cultural significance. Explore the peaceful grounds and experience a glimpse of Karatsu's local heritage.

After exploring Karatsu's historic, cultural, and scenic highlights, your driver will return you to Karatsu Port within the tour duration, with the schedule arranged with consideration for your ship's departure time.

What's included

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

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tour guide

Where

Japan, Saga, Karatsu, Futago, 3 Chome−11−29 唐津港

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up at the exit of the cruise terminal at Karatsu port, where your ship actually docks. The driver will be waiting for the guests with a name sign.

What to remember

Accessibility:

Not suitable for guests in wheelchairs

Not allowed:

This activity doesn't allow pets

Know in advance:

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
This is an outside tour and does not include any optional entrances to sites
The tour is conducted in a private vehicle with a professional driver
Your driver is speaking Japanese, so the communication with the driver will be assisted by a translation device
It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
A full refund will be provided if your cruise ship is unable to dock

Remember to bring:

A valid form of identification or a copy of your passport
Please have Japanese yen ready, 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 20% 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 100% refund.

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