Private Tour
Beppu and Yufuin Scenic Private Tour
Overview
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Join us on a private tour from Beppu to Yufuin, designed for small groups (up to 5 people) and ideal for cruise passengers or one-day visitors looking to make the most of their short stay in Beppu. With convenient pickup from Beppu International Port or your accommodation, you can relax and start your personalized tour stress-free.
During the tour, we’ll explore the highlights of both Beppu and Yufuin, and if time allows, you can choose to visit Beppu’s famous Hells ("Jigoku") or enjoy a relaxing local onsen (hot spring).
Why Choose Us?
Local Connection: You won’t just meet a guide — you’ll meet a local friend who will introduce you to Beppu’s culture and everyday life in a way that feels personal and authentic.
Fully Customizable: Tours are flexible and tailored to your interests — whether hot springs, crafts, cuisine, or scenic spots.
If you have special requests, just let us know in advance — we’ll make your time in Beppu truly memorable.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Guide
Transportation
Lunch
Admission fee for Beppu Ropeway
Guests are responsible for their own personal expenses
What To Expect
Yukemuri Observatory
This is our first stop. From here, you can see steam rising from Beppu’s hot springs with a clear view of the town and surrounding mountains. It’s a great spot to take in the landscape and enjoy one of Beppu’s most unique sights.
We will ascend 1300 meters above sea level on the largest Ropeway in Kyushu. Beppu Ropeway takes us to the top of Mt. Tsurumi, an active volcano and the source of Beppu Hot Springs, where you can see panoramic views of Beppu and Beppu Bay.
Options
Beppu and Yufuin Scenic Tour
Private tour up to 4 guests
Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included
[Additional Guest] Group of 5
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 start memorable day thanks to Gin our amazing guide
corbett h,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an outstanding shore excursion experience in Beppu, and it truly exceeded all expectations. Beppu is one of those ports where if you just stick with the standard cruise ship excursions, you’ll likely end up with a very limited experience. Choosing an independent tour with Gin made all the difference. He took us beyond the usual stops—over the mountain to the scenic Yufuin shopping district, set up a private onsen experience just for our family, and then guided us to an incredible sushi restaurant where he sat down with us, helped us order a wide variety of dishes, and ensured we enjoyed the freshest sushi meal imaginable. Gin is not only an exceptional guide but also a PhD student in travel and tourism, and it shows. His English is flawless, his car was spotless, and his knowledge, professionalism, and warm hospitality made the day special. He had an awesome attitude, was wonderful to talk to throughout the day, and took us to multiple highlights around Beppu. The kids absolutely loved him, and as parents we appreciated his patience, care, and expertise. On the ship later, I spoke with people who had gone to the Dutch Village or just to see the sulfur springs, and many of them did not enjoy those excursions. Honestly, we had already seen plenty of sulfur springs elsewhere, and to spend your day just sitting on a bus to see another one seemed like a missed opportunity. By contrast, having Gin guide us through this personalized experience—Yufuin shopping, private onsen, phenomenal sushi, and multiple sights—was without question a far better way to spend both our time and our money. Out of all the independent excursions we arranged during our 10-day cruise, Gin’s service in Beppu stood out as the best. He is a brilliant, kind, and capable human being who truly cares about delivering an unforgettable experience. We could not recommend Gin more highly—his professionalism and customer service are absolutely top-notch.
Fantastic tour
ChengHan C,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We took this tour on our cruise ship stop, and highly recommend this over the cruise ship group tours. Our guide Gin was very personable, and was able to customize the itinerary to our interests. He even got us reservations at a local private Onsen (definitely recommend!).
We had a great time! Gun...
Lauren B,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time! Gun was a fantastic and knowledgeable tour guide. He made the experience great especially for our kids 18/20!
Great Day
Deborah W,
May 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Gin was our guide and he was amazing. Very polite, knowledgeable, and accommodating. It poured down rain while we were there so he gave us different options on the fly for our tour. Highly recommend.
A Beppu must!
Joy J,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We visited on a cruise stop and we saw and experienced everything in the town and surrounding areas, unlike any of the passengers who took the crowded cruise tours. If you want to see everything, definitely get a private guide because things are a little spread out and you will miss things because they are not obvious. Our guide was fantastic and we had a plan, but he was able to customize things along the way based on our input. Worth every bit and realistically really not that much more expensive when you consider the cost of the crowded tours through the cruise company. We never felt concerned about getting back to the cruise terminal on time. Everything was well managed and planned.
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