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[Group tour available for 1 person] Kyushu Takachiho Day Trip | Optional: Takachiho Gorge Cruise & Takachiho Scenic Railway & Mount Aso & Kusasenri (departing from Kumamoto)
- Since Mount Aso was recently closed, I went to Kamishimi Kumanozha Shrine instead.
- Departing from Kumamoto Station, buses take you directly to the core attractions of Aso and Takachiho, making for an easy day trip.
- Enjoy a boat trip through Takachiho Gorge and experience the stunning scenery of waterfalls and cliffs up close.
- Experience the awe-inspiring power of nature firsthand at the Aso crater and Kusasenri.
- The Takachiho Scenic Railway, with its adorable pink body, stands out beautifully against the natural scenery and is a popular attraction for exploring the Takachiho Gorge area in Miyazaki Prefecture.
- Recommended other itinerary: Kyushu Aso Mountain Day Trip | Kamishimi Kumanozha Shrine & Aso Mountain & Kusasenri & Kurokawa Onsen (Departing from Kumamoto)
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Japanese castles, Historic site tour, Bus tour |
| Transport | Sightseeing cruise, Walking, Bus tour |
| Cruise type | River boating |
Product Info
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Friendly reminder: Due to occasional ticket purchase failures in the Takachiho cruise ticketing system, if you have already purchased a package including cruise tickets, we will do our best to complete the reservation for you; if we are ultimately unable to purchase tickets, we will notify you by email at least 4 days in advance. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Today we will take you to Takachiho and Mount Aso, from a walk or boat trip through Takachiho Gorge, the Takachiho Scenic Railway, Kusasenri, and the Aso Crater, to a special itinerary at Kamishimi Kumanozha Shrine. The itinerary is rich and offers great value for money!
⚠️The round trip to Takachiho Gorge requires a 20-30 minute walk. Please wear comfortable shoes. People with mobility issues are not suitable to join the tour. Thank you.
Purchase Notice
[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point & destination: Kumamoto
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: FLY Kanko Co., Ltd. Relations Cooperation Company
Meals provided: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 1
Team Leader: 0
Tour guide: 1
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Operating Company Name: JRT Group Co., Ltd.
Address: Room 510, Floor 5, Ginza Ishii Haru, 6-14-8 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
License Number: Tokyo Governor's Registered Travel Agent No. 2-8353
Name of travel industry association: Japan Travel Industry Association (full member)
Reminders
A minimum of 1 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
以上行程仅供参考，交通情况无法控制。请避免安排当晚的活动。对于任何延误，我们深表歉意。
日本周末及红日子，出行过程中可能会遇到堵车，景点提前结束运营等情况，我们会根据实际情况减少或者缩短行程，望大家可以理解，导游或司机都会尽力给大家服务好。大家务必不要预约晚餐，当天无法赶飞机或新干线。
由于此活动为拼团游，可能会有其他语种的客人与您同车出行，敬请谅解。
因交通、天气等不可抗力因素而无法参团或拍照风景质量不佳，本公司不予负责，无法退款或改期。
因旅客个人原因而中途放弃旅游行程，公司概不予退款。
请务必在指定时间到达指定接驳地点集合，切勿迟到。因本行程无法换乘其他班次或中途参加，若因自身原因导致未能参与一日游，需自行承担相应损失，敬请谅解。
请着轻便的服装、鞋子并自备御寒衣物（如需要）。
高千穗车程较久，可带些零食，峡谷需要步行，请穿舒适的鞋。
2岁以下不占位免费参加儿童，需要备注，如不备注，则无法安排。2岁以下孩童若需占位请购票，与成人同价，且需要备注。
使用车型：依人数派车。少人数出团时安排司机兼随车人员提供全程旅游服务，不另外加派领队，敬请知悉。
天气状况会影响到花卉或红叶的最佳观赏时期，行程不会因此中止或退费，敬请知悉。
因花季/赏枫季期间人潮众多，会有严重塞车之可能性，建议自备轻食。
赏花期或赏枫期会受气象状况影响而略有前后，行程成团后，将不受开花/枫红情况影响照常前往，敬请知悉。
行程出发后，若因天候状况或自然灾害等不可抗力因素，造成行程终止时，未履行的行程，会依实际产生费用进行退款作业，唯回程交通费用或当地产生之住宿费用等额外支出，须由旅客自行承担。
日游行程不包括个人旅游保险及个人意外保险，如有需求，请自行购买。 户外活动及高风险运动都存在特定风险和危险，请评估自己的健康或能力。 本公司对于因意外或不可预见因素造成的任何人身损害或伤害不承担任何责任，敬请谅解。
已包含阿苏山接驳车，专车直通火山口，轻松免排队、减少步行。
赠送阿苏山火山口接驳车票，如遇阿苏山关闭赠送项目不退不改。
FAQ
Takachiho Gorge, often called Kyushu's "Alice in Wonderland," is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. It features breathtaking columnar jointed rock walls that intertwine with emerald green streams. Visitors can admire the majestic Manai Falls, creating a fairytale-like scene that makes it a paradise for photography enthusiasts and offers picturesque scenery in all seasons.
To fully appreciate Takachiho Gorge, including a walk along the path and potentially the boat ride, a minimum of 2-3 hours is recommended. If you plan to visit other nearby attractions like the Amaterasu Railway or Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, dedicating a half to full day for the entire Takachiho area is advisable to enjoy its diverse offerings at a relaxed pace.
Reaching Takachiho Gorge from cities like Kumamoto often involves a combination of public transport or, more conveniently, joining an organized day tour. While local buses operate, an organized tour from Kumamoto provides seamless transportation, eliminating the hassle of planning routes and transfers, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey and sights.
The boat ride experience beneath Manai Falls in Takachiho Gorge typically lasts around 30 minutes. During this time, visitors can paddle through the serene emerald waters, getting an up-close view of the powerful Manai Falls cascading directly into the gorge, surrounded by the dramatic columnar rock formations.
Beyond Takachiho Gorge, visitors can experience the Amaterasu Railway Grand Super Cart, which offers a thrilling ride on a 105-meter-high suspended railway with panoramic views of Takachiho's mountains. Additionally, the mysterious Kamishikimi Kumanoza Shrine, known for its unique atmosphere as a "gateway to another world," is another highly recommended site in the area.
At Kusasenri Grasslands, visitors are greeted by vast, rolling green fields, often with grazing horses, set against the backdrop of Mount Aso. From here, you can admire panoramic views of the active volcano's crater and caldera. Mount Aso itself offers an awe-inspiring experience, showcasing the raw power and majestic scale of one of Japan's most prominent volcanoes.
A professional guide enriches your visit to Takachiho Gorge and its surrounding sites by explaining local myths, legends, and geological wonders. They provide valuable cultural context, enhance understanding of the natural formations, and offer historical insights, ensuring you fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture without language barriers during your exploration.
In spring, visitors to Takachiho can enjoy the romance of cherry blossom season. The Amaterasu Railway may pass through a pink cherry blossom tunnel, while a canyon cruise allows you to admire colorful falling cherry blossoms on both sides of Takachiho Gorge. The gorge itself offers breathtaking scenery that transforms beautifully throughout all four seasons.
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