Journey Through Time at Kumamoto Castle and Aso Mountain from Fukuoka
Excursions & day trips

Journey Through Time at Kumamoto Castle and Aso Mountain from Fukuoka

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$57.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Japanese, Chinese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 10 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore Kumamoto Castle's bastions and immerse in samurai history
  • Experience peace and magic in Kusasenri's verdant green meadows
  • Feel the earth's fiery pulse as you stand on the edge of Nakadake crater
  • Learn more about local topography and wildlife at the Volcano Museum
What to expect

Embark on a journey through time at Kumamoto Castle, an iconic landmark that provides a glimpse into the region's samurai history and its crucial role in Japan's past.

Underneath the imposing shadow of Aso Mountain, Kusasenri's 20,000 hectares unfold with verdant green meadows ideal for a leisurely walk. Observe the cattle and sheep grazing freely, inhale the fresh mountain air, and experience a sense of peace and magic. You have the option to take a horseback ride across these green expanses, soaking up the panoramic beauty and crisp mountain atmosphere. Alternatively, you could visit the Volcano Museum which focuses on Aso Volcano, exhibiting the region's topography, geology, and wildlife.

Stand on the brink of Nakadake and peer into the smoking chasm of the active Aso Volcano - a testament to the raw and untamed power of nature.

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What's included
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Driver
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Attractions tickets
Where

4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012 Japan

Meeting point:
Meet at LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store. Your guide will be holding a yellow flag with the "GOGODAY" logo at the meeting point. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start of the experience.
What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Kumamoto Castle admission: 800 yen
  • Volcano Museum admission: 1100 yen
  • Optional horse riding: 5 minutes for 1500 yen; about 20 minutes for 4000 yen
  • Crater shuttle bus: 1400 yen
  • Optional hot spring fees: prices vary by establishment, typically a few hundred yen

Know in advance:

  • The night before departure, the local tour operator will email you detailed information including meeting time, location, guide info, and vehicle details
  • Due to the limitations of the vehicle space, each person is limited to one piece of luggage. Please inform the local operator in advance if you have luggage. You'll find the contact details in the voucher after booking
  • If Aso Volcano issues a notice prohibiting entry, the itinerary will be adjusted according to the situation on the ground. If the crater is closed, the time at Kusasenri will be extended to 90 minutes
  • Depending on the weather and road conditions, the guide will adjust the itinerary and timing of the tour
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Provider
SANWA Travel
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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