From Fukuoka: Mt Aso, Kusasenri Plain and Takachiho Gorge Day Trip
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Guided tour
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- Travel on a full-day coach tour from Fukuoka, with 10 hours of vehicle service included. - Make the most of a single day out of Fukuoka as a coach takes you through Kyushu's countryside, linking volcanic scenery across the region. - Your expert guide-driver handles navigation and stories in English or Japanese, with vehicle and fuel costs covered for up to 10 hours. - At Mount Aso, look into the active Nakadake crater and feel the scale of the caldera, then continue to Kusasenri Plain with its grassland and pond. - Walk along Takachiho Gorge to see 80-meter cliffs rising above the river, then watch Manai Waterfall plunge into the basin below.
- Meeting point at Lawson Oriental Hotel- Visit Mount Aso and Kusasenri Plain- See Takachiho Gorge and Manai Waterfall- English/Japanese-speaking guide/driver- Vehicle and fuel fees- Hiace or similar vehicle type
Meals and drinks
Entrance fees
Horse riding, helicopter or boat activities
Luggage
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Explore two of Kyushu’s most breathtaking natural wonders—Mount Aso (one of the world’s largest active volcanoes) and Takachiho Gorge (a spectacular lava-formed canyon)—on this efficient, fully guided one‑day coach tour from Fukuoka.
Tour Highlights
Aso Volcano Crater (30 min) – Stand at the rim of the active Nakadake crater and witness roaring white fumes rising from the earth. Note: Access is weather/activity‑dependent; alternative arrangements will be made if the crater is closed.
Optional Experiences at Aso – Visit the Aso Volcano Museum (¥1,100) or take a 3–7 min helicopter flight over the crater (¥6,000–12,000, subject to availability).
Kusasenri Plain (60 min, lunch on your own) – A vast grassland with grazing horses and a pond reflecting the sky. Enjoy a leisurely walk or try horse riding (¥1,500–5,000 for 5–25 min, March–December, weather permitting).
Takachiho Gorge (60 min) – Marvel at 80m‑high columnar cliffs carved by the Gokase River. See the famous Manai Waterfall – boat rentals available at approx. ¥5,100 per boat (max 3 adults, 30 min). No boat experience included in the tour price.
Schedule (subject to traffic & weather)
08:00 – Depart from Hakata Station Chikushi Exit (former Lawson), Fukuoka.
11:20 – Aso Volcano area.
12:00 – Kusasenri Plain (lunch & free time).
14:20 – Takachiho Gorge.
15:20 – Return to Fukuoka.
18:00 – Arrive back at Hakata Station.
What’s Included
Vehicle & fuel fees (10 hours of service as per Japanese law)
English/Japanese‑speaking guide/driver
Vehicle type: Hiace or similar for up to 13 pax; larger buses for bigger groups
What’s Not Included
Meals, drinks, entrance fees, horse riding, helicopter, boat, or other personal expenses
Luggage (please advise at booking if you must bring it)
Important Notes
Health warning: This tour is not suitable for persons with asthma, bronchial or heart conditions. Volcanic gases can trigger serious attacks.
Minimum age: 18+ unless accompanied by a guardian.
Seniors (70+) must travel with a companion (22+) and present a health certificate.
Pregnant women, those with heart disease, or fear of heights are advised not to join.
The itinerary order may change due to traffic, weather, or crowd conditions. No refunds for delays or cancellations caused by force majeure.
Latecomers or early drop‑outs will not be refunded.
Free for infants under 3 if seated on a guardian’s lap.
Cancellation Policy
3+ days before departure: 100% refund
2–3 days before: 50% refund
1 day before or same day: no refund
Meeting Point 08:00 at Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka 4‑23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka 812‑0012, Japan
Book now for a memorable day amid Kyushu’s volcanic grandeur and mythical gorges!
What's not allowed
Health conditions: This tour is not suitable for guests with asthma, bronchial issues, or heart conditions due to volcanic gases.
Pregnancy: Pregnant women are advised not to join this tour.
Other conditions: Guests with heart disease or a fear of heights are advised not to join.
Additional information
Age policy: Guests must be 18 or older unless accompanied by a guardian.
Senior guests: Seniors aged 70+ must travel with a companion aged 22+ and present a health certificate.
Infants: Infants under 3 can join free of charge if they sit on a guardian's lap.
Meeting point: Check in by 08:00 at Lawson Oriental Hotel Fukuoka, 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka 812-0012.
Guide language: Your guide/driver can communicate in English and Japanese.
Itinerary changes: The itinerary order may change due to traffic, weather, or crowd conditions.
Force majeure: Delays or cancellations caused by force majeure will not be refunded.
Punctuality: Late arrival or choosing to leave the tour early will not result in a refund.
Cancellation policy: Cancel 3 or more days before departure for a 100% refund, 2–3 days before departure for a 50% refund, and 1 day before departure or on the same day for no refund.
Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
