From Kumamoto : Mt.Aso and Takachiho All-inclusive Private Tour
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
This one-day tour takes you from the bustling streets of Kumamoto City to the majestic heights of Mount Aso, the serene Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, and the breathtaking Takachiho Gorge.
The first stop is Mount Aso, one of the world's largest volcanoes, where you can see the active, intense white smoke and dynamic scenery.
For lunch during the tour, you can enjoy local Aka beef.
Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine, known for being the setting of a popular manga comic, is a mysterious place that has long been preserved in unspoiled natural surroundings.
The last stop is Takachiho Gorge, where you can detoxify your mind and body in the mysterious scenery created by the abundant nature.
This tour will be able to experience Japan's wonderful traditions and aggressive nature all at once, making it an one of unforgettable memory.
If you wish, it's also possible to participate in these tours as a day trip by Shinkansen!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It will be 10 hours including round-trip transportation and time spent in Aso and Takachiho.
If we are unable to reserve a boat or the boat is unable to operate due to bad weather, we will guide you to an alternative sightseeing spot
To avoid any unforeseen circumstances, we do not guarantee reservations for the Takachiho Gorge Cruise.
What To Expect
JR Kumamoto Station
You can also join the tour as a day trip by Shinkansen from Hakata Station! We recommend taking Sakura #401 from Hakata Station 7:58 – 8:36. Please purchase your Shinkansen ticket by yourself.
Kumamoto
Please let us know the name of your hotel. Your guide will pick you up in the hotel lobby at 9:00 AM.
Options
Private Plan
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Tour Guide Fee
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission fee
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Aso and the gorge are worth a visit! We recommend doing this for a day trip from Kumamoto instead of staying near Aso.
mdashland,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was a super nice guy and the driver was excellent and safe. Weather perfect, lunch stop was high quality.
Mt Aso and Takachico Gorge guide
Relax06875782804,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Memy was a wonderful guide who took us to Mt Aso, the Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine and the Takachico Gorge as well as giving us a local lunch. She looked after us extremely well, explained the history, geology, cultural aspects and myths of the region. She had booked tickets for us for the boat hire in the Takachico Gorge. She had the knowledge (and good English) to answer our questions. We would highly recommend her. Runa was our driver for the day. There is quite a lot of driving in this trip and Runa got us around safely and comfortably. Peter & Joanne. (New Zealand)
Yoshi , our guide and the driver, Satoni were exceptional!
Roger P,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The visit to the crater was not available because the people who died in the crater are not removed. As long as this situation is not resolved, we cannot visit the crater. This situation has persisted since January. We should have been informed that it was impossible to roam the top of the crater. If we had known we would not have booked this excursion which was very expensive. . Lunch, boat tour... were great. The guide was exceptional as well as the driver!
Wonderful outing
MTLSEA,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoshi and Satomi were wonderful guides. Very attentive and willing to accommodate our preferences. Private tours help make the most out of your day
We were picked up at our...
Amelia S,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were picked up at our hotel! Best tour so far we’ve done in Japan. Boo was amazing tour guide worked hard to make it enjoyable for all when they couldn’t get boat rentals. Either way we had a gorgeous day.
Great fun.
Harry P,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It started to rain when we went to the gorge but we had a quick row. Our guide "Tommy" was helpful and informative. Beautiful scenery, tasty lunch. Our driver was skillful and pleasant as well. I hope to see more of Kyushu in the future.
Wonderful private tour of Mt Aso and the surrounding volcanic area. Our tour guide and driver were highly accommodating
Diana D,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour. The entire day was packed with activities that gave us insight to the area and its natural and spiritual history
Soul of Japan
andrewaK7058KD,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mizu san was a wonderful tour guide. Very professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour and with our guide. Weather wasn't the best for outdoors, but Mizu san still made the entire experience worth it. The tour was certainly the highlight of our trip.
Must Do Tour
Courtenay M,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did a private tour and our guide Tomomi was so amazing. She went above and beyond in making sure we had the best time. We greatly enjoyed speaking with her and she made sure to explain about the areas we were visiting and also little tidbits about other parts of Japan and its history. She also showed interest in our lives and asked questions about our country. It was a wonderful cultural exchange and the tour was a highlight of our trip that we will never forget. Our driver Mika was very sweet as well and transportation was smooth, clean and spacious. This private tour is well worth the cost as we did group tours as well which did not compare to this experience. Highly recommend private tour.
A brilliant day
Amanda M,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We have had the best day! Mr.Takaya Seri was our guide and our amazing driver. Mr.Takaya Seri was extremely patient and informative. He was a kind of guy that just went with the flow which was lovely and we didn’t feel rushed. Lunch was amazing and seeing the crater and the gorge was beautiful! Highly recommend!
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