Aso Kusasenrigahama and Kurokawa Onsen Full Day Tour from Fukuoka
$65.42
Per Person
What To Expect
Overview
- Aso Nakadake Crater, which has the lava of the largest scale in the world
- Kurokawa Onsen, a hot spring town with dreamy scenery and a variety of delicious foods.
- Enjoy the idyllic scenery and atmosphere, and the magnificent landscape of Kusasenri.
- Professional local "experienced drivers" provide reliable and considerate services and have a detailed understanding of the local customs in Japan.
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Itinerary
Fukuoka - Aso Nakadake Crater- Kusasenri - Aso Shrine - Kurokawa Onsen - Return
08:00 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012日本
Aso Nakadake Crater
Aso Kusasenri
Aso Volcano Museum
Aso Shrine
Kurokawa Onsen
08:00 Fukuoka
Let's embark on today's beautiful journey.
10:40 Kumamoto
Aso Nakadake Crater (about 15 - 20 minutes, free time, additional entrance fees are at your own expense)
(When Aso Volcano issues a notice prohibiting entry, the itinerary will be adjusted to match the actual situation on the spot.)
Aso Nakadake Crater is located in the northeast of Kumamoto Prefecture, Kyushu. It is a well-known active volcano in Japan and boasts a unique caldera terrain in the world. It is also one of the few places where you can see an active volcano up close. You can overlook the crater from a short distance and observe the continuous white smoke, allowing you to experience the incredible power and magnificent beauty of nature during your journey.
Aso Kusasenri (about 60 minutes, free time, including lunch at your own expense)
Aso Kusasenri is a large grassland located at the northern foot of Eboshidake. There is a pool formed by rainwater in the middle of the grassland where cattle and horses are grazing. You can see a variety of scenery throughout the year. In this vast grassland of 20,000 hectares, taking a leisurely walk on the green grassland, watching free cattle and sheep, and breathing the fresh air in the mountains can make you feel relaxed and refreshed, and give you the illusion of being in a fairyland.
Aso Volcano Museum
Facing the vast Kusasenri, the Aso Volcano Museum focuses on "Aso Volcano" and displays the topography, geology, animals, and plants of Aso. It preserves a wealth of fascinating materials related to the history of Aso Volcano. You can not only experience the formation process of Aso Volcano through a three-dimensional model, but also see valuable information about other volcanoes in Japan and the world. The museum's latest camera system also provides a live video of Nakadake Crater.
Horseback riding experience in Kusasenri (at your own expense)
Are you interested in experiencing horseback riding in the breathtaking scenery of Aso? With the help of experienced staff, even children and those who have never ridden a horse can ride confidently. Feel the comfortable cool breeze with the gentle horse and take a natural stroll. Kusasenri has a prime location. You can experience the joy of horseback riding on the green grasslands, feel the precision of nature, and overlook the volcanic smoke rising from a single column.
Activity Name Single Horseback Riding Double Horseback Riding (These prices are for reference only. Please refer to the on-site price for details.)
Plan A: Approximately 5 minutes ￥1,500 - ￥2,500 （yen）
Plan B: About 20 minutes ￥4,000 - ￥6,000 （yen）
Plan C: About 25 minutes ￥5,000 - ￥8,000 （yen）
Double horseback riding in each plane is only available for children in lower grades of primary school.
Business hours:
9:00-16:00 Operating period: from early March to early December from 00-16:00.
There is no designated day off during the operating period. Closed on rainy days.
12:50 Kumamoto
Aso Shrine (about 30 - 40 minutes, free time)
Aso Shrine is located on the northern side of Aso Mountain in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture. It is a shrine in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. It is a famous Shikinai Shrine (a well-known shrine), the first in Higo Province, and its former shrine rank was Kanpei Taisha (now listed in the Shrine Agency's Bekkaku Jinja). It is the main shrine for 450 Aso Shrines in Japan.
Aso Shrine has a history of 2,500 years. The main gods enshrined are 12 gods led by Kenkuninomikoto, the grandson of Emperor Jimmu and the founder of the history of Aso. It is considered a significant cultural asset of Japan.
14:10 Kumamoto
Kurokawa Onsen - a hot spring town with dreamy scenery and a lot of delicious food (about an hour and a half, free time, hot spring bathing fees are at your own expense).
Kumamoto has many natural hot springs, but none are as famous as Kurokawa Onsen. There are about 30 hot spring inns in this mountain town. The retro inns with a black-based color are neatly arranged and the scenery is quite impressive. The picturesque river flowing through the town, the thick vegetation, and the steam from the hot springs create a dreamlike view for tourists. The best thing about the hot spring town is the open-air baths that take advantage of the beautiful landscape. Each inn, surrounded by mountains, has its own unique open-air bath. Here, you can fully appreciate the natural scenery and hot springs.
In the "100 Selected Hot Springs in Japan" published by the Tourism Economy Newspaper in 2008, Kurokawa Onsen was ranked first in the "Atmosphere" category. In the "Michelin Guide Japan" in 2009, it was rated as a two-star hot spring area.
Retro street scenes and delectable desserts made from mountain vegetables.
This idyllic town is located in a green valley surrounded by clouds and mist. Even if you don't take a bath, you can still enjoy the pleasure of strolling here. Unlike other resort towns in Japan, Kurokawa Onsen still maintains its traditional simplicity, purity, and traditional style of the past, making people feel like they are in a paradise away from the glitz and noise of Japanese urban streets. The hot spring street not only has inns, but also has a variety of souvenir shops and dining places. From authentic Japanese cuisine made with a large amount of mountain vegetables to delicate and delicious desserts, all types of food are available here.
The healing effects of Kurokawa Onsen
The healing spring water of Kurokawa Onsen flows directly from the hot spring below. This hot spring has been popular for over 300 years. People believe that the natural hot spring water here is rich in minerals and has healing properties. Different hot spring waters have different mineral components, and it is said that each hot spring water has unique healing effects on the body.
The hot spring water from the underground is adjusted to a comfortable temperature for bathing, but guests may still feel that the temperature is too high. Most hot springs have lower temperature baths or outdoor baths, which are helpful for improving blood circulation. You can unwind, soak in various hot springs, and explore the town.
15:40 Return
Finish the day's tour happily and start to return.
- Meals not included
- Hotels not included
- 18:00 Return to the pick-up point, the return time is for reference only.
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Things to Know
- Warning: People with the following respiratory diseases (asthma patients, bronchial disease patients, heart disease patients) are not suitable for this tour. They are prohibited from entering Aso Volcano at any time. The toxic gas of the volcano may cause the disease to break out and may even lead to death in severe cases.
- The above itinerary time may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons. Please understand.
Packages
Bus Tour
Adult
$65.42Child
Same as Adult
Pick Up/Drop Off Information
Pick Up
| Location | Time | Address |
| LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time. | 08:00 | 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan |
Drop Off
| Location | Time | Address |
| LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Store | 18:00 | 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan |
Things to Know
Included/Exclude
- Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
- Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
- Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (Japanese law)
- Driver service fee (10 people, Coaster for up to 17 people, minibus or bus for more than 17 people, the actual number of people will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day of the tour))
- Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
- Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
- Vehicle service time: within 10 hours (Japanese law)
- Driver service fee (exquisite small group of 1-13 people; bus group of 14-45 people, actual will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on that day)
- Reference model:5-8Car: ToyotaAlphardor equivalent;9-14Car: ToyotaHAICEor equivalent;18-22Vehicle: minibus;twenty twoCars and above: large buses. The above vehicles are for reference only. The actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people traveling on the day.
- Children under 3 years old are free of charge without occupying a seat. Please inform us in advance when registering; children over 3 years old are treated as adults.
- [Aso Volcano Museum]: The admission fee needs to be paid by yourself. The ticket price is 1,100 Japanese yen.
- [Kusasenri Horseback Riding Experience]: The cost needs to be borne by yourself. Route A takes about 5 minutes and costs 1,500 Japanese yen; Route B takes about 20 minutes and costs 4,000 Japanese yen; Route C takes about 25 minutes and costs 5,000 Japanese yen.
- Accommodation expenses, meals, local self-funded projects and other personal consumption expenses
- One-day Tour, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- Other items not mentioned in the above [fee included]
Booking and Confirmation Process
- Due to high demand, inventory is mostly synchronous but sometimes not. Our consultant will check real time availability onsite and confirm seats.
- You will receive your booking information instantly via email. In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your spam folder or notify us via email.
How To Use
- WARNING:This tour is not suitable for people with the following respiratory diseases (asthmatics - people with bronchial diseases - people with heart problems) and it is forbidden to enter the Aso volcano at any time, the toxic gases from the volcano may cause an attack, which can be serious and may lead to death.
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
- One-day trip itinerary, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- Once confirmed, the date cannot be changed, late or no-show will be non-refundable.
- Be sure to provide complete information (name + number of people + phone number + WeChat ID + pick-up location) when making a reservation to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, and pregnant women are advised to be accompanied by relatives.
- This trip does not accept solo registration from customers under the age of 18. If you want to register, please ask your guardian to sign up for this trip together.
- This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver's arrangements. If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to our chartered tour service.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- If a person leaves the group on his own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. And if this results in personal or property safety, you must bear the consequences yourself.
- The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund.
- Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
- Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
- When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
- Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
- Infants aged 0-2 years old without occupying seats are free of charge; please inform the number of infants in advance when placing an order. If you do not specify the number of children under 3 years old without seats in advance, resulting in insufficient space in the car or overcrowding, the driver and guide have the right to refuse to get on the car, and the fee will not be refunded.
- Reference model:9-14Car: ToyotaHAICEor equivalent;18-22Vehicle: minibus;twenty twoCars and above: large buses. The above vehicles are for reference only. The actual number will be adjusted according to the number of people traveling on the day.
- Children under 3 years old are free of charge without occupying a seat. Please inform us in advance when registering; children over 3 years old are treated as adults.
Terms & Conditions
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation Period
Policy
What if you miss the appointed time or departure date?
Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date or time is a no-show. No refunds or reschedules will be issued for no-shows and late arrivals
Other important information
- Seniors aged 70 years and above (inclusive) must ensure that they are in good health and suitable to travel, and must be accompanied by family members or friends over the age of 22 throughout the trip.
- Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger throughout the trip.
- The elderly need a health certificate. To check the health certificate, please fill it out and submit it to the registration office before traveling (electronic version is available).
- Pregnant women, people with heart disease, fear of heights and other special groups are not suitable to participate in this tour. There is a risk of being rejected. Please book with caution.
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
- Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, festivals or crowds on the day, the arrival time of each itinerary may change. According to Japanese law, the maximum working time for drivers is 10 hours. In order to ensure the safety of the driver and the stability of driving, the itinerary may be adjusted according to actual conditions, including reducing the time spent visiting attractions or canceling certain attractions. We sincerely hope that all passengers can understand and support the adjustments we have made while ensuring safety.
- Seniors aged 70 years and above (inclusive) must ensure that they are in good health and suitable to travel, and must be accompanied by family members or friends over the age of 22 throughout the trip.
- The elderly need a health certificate. To check the health certificate, please fill it out and submit it to the registration office before traveling (electronic version is available).
- Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger throughout the trip.
- Pregnant women, people with heart disease, fear of heights and other special groups are not suitable to participate in this tour. There is a risk of being rejected. Please book with caution.
- In the event of the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, we deeply regret any inconvenience this may cause you. Please understand our position, we will not be able to provide refund services for this reason. This decision was made out of responsibility for the safety of drivers and passengers, and to ensure the smooth running of the entire team.
- We are always committed to providing you with the best travel experience, but in some cases we need to be flexible and adjust our itinerary plans based on actual conditions. Thank you for your understanding and support. Other force majeure factors may include but are not limited to: Natural disasters: Natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc. may affect the itinerary. Traffic Accidents: Road traffic accidents, traffic jams, etc. may cause travel delays. Weather conditions: Severe weather conditions, such as heavy snow, heavy rain, fog, etc., may affect transportation and itinerary arrangements. Government regulations: Emergency regulations, traffic controls, etc. issued by the government may cause changes to the itinerary. Health Emergencies: Sudden health problems of travelers or team members may require first aid and emergency treatment, resulting in changes to the itinerary. Social events: Strikes, protests, social unrest, etc. may have unpredictable impacts on transportation and itineraries. Mechanical Failure: Mechanical failure of a vehicle, such as a vehicle, may cause travel delays.
- When moving freely, you should pay attention to your own personal and property safety. If you fail to listen to advice and an accident occurs or causes losses, you will be responsible for the consequences.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- Please be sure to abide by local laws and regulations in Japan, and do not carry items prohibited by Japanese law to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests.
- Infants aged 0-2 years old without occupying seats are free of charge; please inform the number of infants in advance when placing an order. If you do not specify the number of children under 3 years old without seats in advance, resulting in insufficient space in the car or overcrowding, the driver and guide have the right to refuse to get on the car, and the fee will not be refunded.
- Please wear light, suitable travel clothing and shoes to participate in this trip.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
