Private Tour
One-Day Customized Minami-Aso & Takachiho Tour
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
We are going to take you on our Kyushu Nature Tour where you can explore the Minami-Aso area in Kumamoto and Takachiho area in Miyazaki.
This tour also allows the customers to customize and make their own private journey at their request. Our English-speaking staffs will support you in making a wonderful memory on the tour, and you can explore and find the new side of Japan through its nature experiences.
*Please be aware that this tour price is excluding the activity expenses. If you would like to experience the activities listed, please let us know in advance.
*Takachiho Gorge Boat Ride needs to be reserved a week prior to the tour date due to its popularity. If you wish to do this activity please let us know immediately.
*Depending on the weather and volcanic activity at the time, we may have to find the alternative plan for Nakadake Crater since it could be under restrictions for the safety reason.
*The tour details are sample itinerary.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The 10 hour duration will be including transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Billingual Guide Service Charge
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation Fee
Travel Handling Charges and Taxes
Travel Insurance
Lunch
Activity Expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
What To Expect
Shirakawa Springs
Shirakawa Spring (Shirakawa Suigen) is a famous spring water and selected as one of the 100 best spring waters in Japan. The water contributes to the development of local industries, such as bottled water and Japanese rice wine.
Takachiho Gorge
Takachiho Gorge is a narrow chasm cut through the rock by the Gokase River, and the cliffs lining the gorge are made of volcanic basalt columns that resemble the scales of a dragon where the stone twisted and flowed as it formed. Most interestingly, you can ride on a board to explore the Takachiho River and the gorge.
Options
One-Day Customized Minami-Aso & Takachiho Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wow, what a wonderful tour!
Eugene W,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00I cannot say enough good things about Kieta and Kumiko who were our guide and driver for this tour. They customized a perfect day for us to tour the Gorge and Mt. Aso. Kieta even spent time adjusting a reservation as we were driving in order to work around a little weather that had come in. I had not been to Mt. Aso in 41 years and Keita spent time trying to find the exact spot I was standing in a previous picture. My wife and I were in Japan to meet with family I had also not seen in 41 years and they even spent time coaching me through conversational points for my family dinner the next night. BONUS! What an amazing experience start to finish, getting to interact with such friendly local tour guides makes it so much more than just a tour.
An unique destination, amazing team guide
cw5mnb8gt8,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00The whole day experience was truly made more memorable and personal because of the service and knowledge of our guide, Mercedes, and our driver Ikeda-san.
5 star experience!
Angela L,
Dec 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our family had the BEST experience with this tour operator. They were courteous, knowledgeable and FUN to hang out with! Both our driver and guide had lived in the US before so they were very fluent in English and we had a lot of great conversations. We were travelling as a family of three (two adults, one child) and wanted to hit very specific spots while in Fukuoka for a few days. While they offer preplanned itineraries, they were very flexible in doing what we wanted and even offered new places that we hadn't heard about. Because of their efficient planning and driving, we were able to hit every single spot on my list and then some! They also helped reserve tickets ahead of time for us, which is a huge time saver. They were even good about keeping my child entertained while the adults were doing a tea tasting. I really can't say enough good things about this business. We had a great time and plan to go back to Fukuoka for another visit soon. Avoid the crowds in the Golden Triangle and venture out to Kyshu! There is so much to see and do!
Mt Aso & Takachiho gorge
Ah B,
Nov 25, 2024
- Viator
5.00Sincere thanks to our guides Kumiko and Keita, for this unforgettable whole day trip to Minami Aso and Takachiho.
Highly recommended experience.
Danielle F,
Oct 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00Such a great trip. The guides were excellent and the experience was exactly what we were looking for. The scenery throughout was amazing and although the crater was invisible due to mist, it was also extremely beautiful and surreal up there. The drive back to our hotel in Nakasu is a bit long but it's absolutely worth it
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