Kumamoto

It eliminates the risk of driving on unfamiliar roads, especially since the route to Caoqianli is all mountain roads. You can easily enjoy the scenery from the car, and you can even store souvenirs in the car. I highly recommend a day trip.

This time I was a little disappointed that we couldn't go up to the crater for sightseeing or participate in horseback riding. However, the restaurant owner was very warm and attentive to the customers at lunch, and the Wagyu beef was delicious.

Boarding the ship brought back many memories for the family members. The trinkets sold on board were also quite adorable.

The driver drove fast and steadily, and provided explanations at each attraction, making it a very enjoyable trip.

The cruise ship docked in Fukuoka from 12:30 to 22:00, with actual disembarkation around 1:30 PM. It's recommended to return to the pier by 8:00 PM at the latest to allow ample time for boarding and avoid missing the cruise. We opted for a private English-speaking driver, and the overall experience was excellent! The driver was friendly, punctual, and professional, arranging the smoothest route based on the cruise ship's boarding and disembarking times, real-time traffic conditions, and passenger needs. He provided many practical suggestions and had excellent time management, making the shore excursion easy and efficient. The itinerary included: * Visiting Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, taking a walk, and enjoying local cuisine * Shopping at LaLaport in Fukuoka (UNIQLO, GU, Nike, Onitsuka Tiger, drugstores, etc.) * Shopping for drugstores and souvenirs in Tenjin Shopping District * Enjoying dinner with family in Tenjin. The short 6.5-hour shore excursion not only allowed us to visit all the attractions we wanted but also provided ample time for shopping and dining. There was no rush or transportation issues throughout the trip. If your cruise ship is docked in Fukuoka, we highly recommend choosing a private shore excursion. Not only will it save you time transferring to public transportation, but it also allows you to customize your itinerary to your needs. A professional driver will help plan the most suitable attractions and stopover times, maximizing your limited shore excursion time and ensuring you easily visit all of Fukuoka's popular spots, creating wonderful travel memories.

5G signal is almost available in the city. The native SIM card guarantees compatibility with tools like ChatGPT and Gemini. I've already repurchased it three times. Highly recommended! 3GB per day on average is more than enough. The only downside is that it only offers 4-day and 7-day options.