Private Tour

Private E-MTB guided cycling around Mt. Aso volcano & grasslands

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

Japanese

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

After meeting at the entrance of Aso Station, we start the tour with an introduction to Mt. Aso and our grasslands.

Then, on to the gear: we’ll take our bicycles for a test before going our way.

Beginners are welcome too, must you need help for the bicycle’s use, your guide will explain everything. No need for extreme bicycling skills, as they are electrically assisted!

From the bottom of the caldera at Aso Station, at about 500 meter above sea level, to the Aso Nakadake crater (elevation 1,300m), there is an elevation difference of 800m. (2600ft)

You then get to enjoy the best views of the mount Aso crater. Going back down, the caldera opens up in front of you. Aso's magnificent nature awaits you here.

We’ll end our tour at the entrance of JR Aso Stn, unless you booked a ride to your accommodation.

We can also guide you to a hot spring after the tour to unwind and relax in the caldera.

*You can leave your luggage with us, so you can enjoy the grasslands of Aso at ease.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

helmet

E-MTB

Air-conditioned vehicle

glove

Any food and/or drink

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

On this private tour, an expert guide take you to the spectacular views of Mt.Aso and grasslands that are normally inaccessible In the great nature of the Aso Kuju national park without exhaust gas or noise, you can feel the heartbeat of Aso's earth and the wind of the grasslands. Even travelers who have come to Aso many times will be surprised on this tour. Most of them say, "This is the first time I've seen such a spectacular view of Aso." Climb up to the Aso Nakadake crater at 1260m high through the road called "kusa no michi", or the "weeds' road" which was once a path for mountain ascetics, and get up close to the crater emitting smoke. If you are not confident in your physical strength, the electric motor will provide powerful assistance, so you can participate comfortably and with ease. You can leave your luggage with us, so you can enjoy the grasslands of Aso in a light style. A portion of the tour participation fee will be returned to the grassland Association as funds for conservation activities of the "Millennium Grassland." Your participation in this tour will help preserve the grassland, and you will become a "guardian of the grassland".

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Private E-MTB guided cycling around Mt. Aso volcano & grasslands

Pickup included

Reviews

4.71

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highly recommend!
Chen L,
Sep 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00
I had a great time with Joe-san and his teammate Fuji-san. They were very friendly and helpful. They also took lots of pictures and sent over to me afterwards. They also took time to explain to me the scenery along the route. Awesome customer service & and great experience. Like others have mentioned, the part where you ride across the grassland is exciting but a bit skill demanding. If you aren't super experienced with mountain bike, be sure to let the guide know beforehand. Other than that part, the riding experience was very smooth. I highly recommend this tour to everyone - it's one of my most memorable experiences in Japan.
Good activity to experience the vast nature and deep history of ASO
KENZO M,
Jun 10, 2022
- Viator
4.00
Cycling through the nature was great. The lunch in the meadow on the way was delicious, and I was glad that I had a guide to the history and Aso. I felt it was a good activity to experience the vast nature unique to Aso. The tour guide was very informative and helpful, and we took appropriate breaks at key points.