【Cruise Shore Excursion】Kumamoto One-Day Tour: Kumamoto Castle / Hitoyoshi Onsen / Mt. Aso | MSC Bellissima | Chinese-speaking Guide
- A one-day shore excursion specially designed for cruise passengers; all travelers are welcome to join.
- The itinerary does not include any duty-free shops or on-board sales.
- Enjoy a hassle-free day trip in Kyushu with our bus tour.
- Explore with a local driver and a local Chinese-speaking guide, supported by a professional Chinese-speaking customer service team, so you can join with peace of mind even if you do not speak Japanese.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Minimum participant requirement | 20 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
- Itinerary A Introduction -
- Kumamoto Castle
One of Japan's three most famous castles, it was built over approximately seven years starting in 1601. You can see clues to the life and history of the feudal lords of the Edo period. About 800 cherry blossom trees are planted inside and outside the castle, making it a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing.
- Sakuranobaba Johsaien
A recreation of the atmosphere of a castle town from the Edo period, where you can easily enjoy dining and shopping for local specialties.
- Suizenji Jojuen Garden
A Japanese-style garden with nearly 400 years of history, also designated as an important place of scenic beauty in Japan. Every spring, the cherry blossoms in the garden bloom, adding a touch of romance to this ancient garden and making it a popular destination for cherry blossom enthusiasts.
- Kamitori and Shimotori Shopping Arcades
A shopping arcade connecting Kamitori to Shimotori, stretching over one kilometer. Including the surrounding streets, the entire commercial district features department stores, clothing shops, electronics stores, and drugstores, as well as many famous restaurants and bars.
- Itinerary B Introduction -
- Hitoyoshi Onsen
Nestled in a quiet environment full of nature, Hitoyoshi Onsen originated in 1910. The water is a weakly alkaline carbonate spring, transparent, colorless, odorless, and tasteless. It is characterized by its gentle feel on the skin and is known as a 'beauty bath,' beloved by locals.
- Aoi Aso Shrine
The main guardian shrine of the Hitoyoshi Kuma region and one of the oldest shrines, with a history dating back to 806 in the Heian period. Its magnificent Romon gate from the Azuchi-Momoyama period is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.
- Oritsuki Sake Brewery
Founded in 1901, the representative brand 'Oritsuki' is a shochu with a rich aroma and mellow taste, deeply loved by the locals.
- AEON
Offers a variety of goods and services, including fashion apparel, household goods, electronics, beauty and skincare products, food, and beverages.
- Itinerary C Introduction -
- Mount Aso
One of the world's largest active volcanoes, featuring a massive caldera with a diameter of about 25 kilometers. The Nakadake crater constantly emits white steam, showcasing the awe-inspiring power of nature.
- Kusasenri
A place where you can overlook the volcanic smoke of Mount Aso's Nakadake and enjoy the scenery of large ponds and grazing horses on the vast grasslands.
- Aso Shrine
One of the oldest shrines in Japan, with a history spanning over 2,000 years. The shrine architecture is unique, and its large Romon gate is one of the three great Romon gates in Japan, listed as an Important Cultural Property.
- AEON
Offers a variety of goods and services, including fashion apparel, household goods, electronics, beauty and skincare products, food, and beverages.
- Daikanbo (Will be changed to Daikanbo if Mount Aso and Kusasenri are inaccessible)
One of the best spots to view the Five Peaks of Aso. It offers a wide field of vision, and on clear days, you can clearly see the continuous mountain peaks, which are as magnificent as a painting.
Reference route
Reference time (departure and return times will be slightly adjusted according to the situation on the day, please understand)
Purchase Notice
- Guide language: Chinese, Japanese (depending on the guide's duty dispatcher whether the guide service is provided) This itinerary is a recruitment-based planned tour product, and the guide is mainly provided in Chinese.
- If the number of people on this tour is less than 20, no guide will be assigned. Instead, the driver will serve as the accompanying staff to provide full onboard services. After arriving at each attraction, passengers can visit freely.
- Infants under 2 years old who do not occupy a seat do not need to purchase a ticket. One adult is limited to one infant who does not occupy a seat. If you are traveling with an infant who does not occupy a seat, please be sure to indicate their date of birth in the remarks column when making a reservation.
- This trip involves long-distance transportation. Those with fluctuating physical conditions (such as pregnant women) are advised to assess their own health conditions and consider participating. If there are sudden situations caused by physical discomfort during the trip and you are unable to seek medical treatment immediately, the risks must be borne by yourself. Please be aware.
- We may use a small car to transport you on the day, so please avoid bringing large luggage. If necessary, please be sure to indicate the size and number of luggage in the remarks column.
【Travel conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Kumamoto
Travel days: Round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Iwa no Kanko
Meals: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 0 times Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum number of people in a group: 20
Team Leader: 1
Tour guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Execution】
Company name: Ocean Tourism Co., Ltd.
Address: 6th floor, L-Biz Gofukomachi, 7-20 Narayamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City
Registration number: Tourism Agency Director Registration Travel Agency No. 2025
Travel agency association: JATA Japan Travel Agency Association full member
Reminders
A minimum of 20 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
In case of a small number of people, a VIP car with a driver who also serves as a tour leader will be used. Please be advised. This product is a carpooling service, and there will be other guests riding with you. Parking is not allowed outside the scenic spots.
Please confirm the meeting time and location in advance before departure, arrive at the meeting place on time, and look for the tour leader holding the Ocean Travel sign to report. The bus will depart on time. If you are unable to join the tour due to personal reasons, it will be regarded as your voluntary abandonment of the booked itinerary and you will not be able to request a refund or rescheduling.
This trip is a group activity. If you wish to leave the group during the trip due to personal reasons, please be sure to inform us in the remarks column when making a reservation or contact KKday customer service staff for inquiries. On the day of joining the tour, please submit the departure agreement to the tour guide before you can leave the tour. Any unfinished itinerary will be deemed to be automatically abandoned and no additional refund will be given. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that the itinerary may be delayed, changed or cancelled due to road and weather conditions. The itinerary sequence, arrival and stay times are for reference only and may be adjusted at any time based on weather and traffic, restaurant reservations, attraction closures, local activities and other factors. Please be sure to evaluate your travel arrangements before and after departure before making a reservation. If the bus delay causes damage to the shuttle transportation or other facilities you arranged by yourself, we will not be able to compensate you.
If the trip is cancelled or terminated due to special circumstances before departure, such as bad weather, natural disasters, mechanical failure, traffic accidents, war, strikes, riots, government orders, etc., which are not attributable to the travel agency, the full tour fee will be refunded; after departure, the fee will be refunded after deducting the costs incurred. In this case, group members cannot object or ask for compensation for any reason. The losses or increased costs caused by the incident shall be borne by the passengers themselves.
Based on travel safety and itinerary smoothness, the company reserves the right and obligation to adjust the itinerary, modify activities or cancel the tour. If the tour is cancelled, the full tour fee will be refunded.
The company, driver, tour leader and tour guide are not responsible for any loss of money or property caused by theft under any circumstances and at any place. Passengers should be responsible for keeping any property and documents by themselves.
The cruise ship's docking time may be changed due to changes in the cruise company. The reference route and departure assembly time are for reference only. The actual departure and return time is subject to the tour notice. The departure notice will be sent at least 2 days before the departure.
This trip is a group tour and you will be travelling with other passengers in a shared car. The car will be assigned according to the number of passengers.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 4 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
