Mount Aso & Kurokawa Onsen Day Tour from Fukuoka
Mount Aso & Kurokawa Onsen Day Tour from Fukuoka
Hakata Station Departure
Journey into the heart of Kyushu on this 10-hour tour to Mount Aso and the enchanting hot spring town of Kurokawa Onsen. With optional stops like horseback riding at Kusasenri Grassland or a visit to the Aso Volcano Museum, this experience blends nature, tradition, and wellness into one unforgettable adventure.
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Hakata Station Departure
Journey into the heart of Kyushu on this 10-hour tour to Mount Aso and the enchanting hot spring town of Kurokawa Onsen. With optional stops like horseback riding at Kusasenri Grassland or a visit to the Aso Volcano Museum, this experience blends nature, tradition, and wellness into one unforgettable adventure.
NZD 97
Hakata Station Departure
Journey into the heart of Kyushu on this 10-hour tour to Mount Aso and the enchanting hot spring town of Kurokawa Onsen. With optional stops like horseback riding at Kusasenri Grassland or a visit to the Aso Volcano Museum, this experience blends nature, tradition, and wellness into one unforgettable adventure.
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Highlights
Discover the natural wonders and cultural treasures of Kyushu on the Mount Aso & Kurokawa Onsen Day Tour from Fukuoka. Witness the raw power of nature at Mount Aso, one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas, and admire breathtaking views from Kusasenri Grassland. Step into history at Aso Shrine, one of Japan’s oldest and most revered Shinto shrines, and unwind in the nostalgic charm of Kurokawa Onsen, a hot spring town famous for its healing waters.
Along the way, enjoy optional experiences like horseback riding across vast meadows, exploring the Aso Volcano Museum, or soaking in an open-air hot spring bath. With transport, a multilingual guide, and a well-planned itinerary, this 10-hour journey offers a perfect balance of nature, culture, and relaxation in the heart of Kumamoto.
- Mount Aso Crater: Visit one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas and see the dramatic Nakadake Crater (subject to safety regulations).
- Aso Shrine: Explore one of Japan’s oldest Shinto shrines with over 2,500 years of history.
- Kusasenri Grassland: Stroll through vast meadows with grazing horses and panoramic mountain views.
- Kurokawa Onsen: Relax in the mineral-rich hot springs or wander charming streets lined with traditional ryokan and shops.
- Optional Experiences: Horseback riding, Aso Volcano Museum, or hot spring bathing for a customizable adventure.
Itinerary
Duration: 10 hours
Start of Tour (8:00 AM)
Meeting PointDeparture from Fukuoka. Meet your guide at Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi).Mount Aso – Nakadake Crater (Approx. 10:40 AM)
15–20 mins free timeExplore one of the world’s largest calderas and, if conditions allow, get a close view of the smoking crater. Access subject to volcanic activity and safety advisories.Kusasenri Grassland
60 mins (lunch break included, lunch not included)Vast meadow at the foot of Mount Eboshi with grazing cattle and horses. Take a walk, enjoy the scenery, or try optional horse riding.(Optional) Aso Volcano Museum
Admission not includedLearn about Mount Aso’s geology and volcanic activity through interactive exhibits and live crater footage.(Optional) Horse Riding
Take a short, guided horseback ride across Kusasenri’s scenic grasslands (at your own expense).Aso Shrine (Approx. 12:50 PM)
30–40 mins free timeVisit one of Japan’s oldest shrines, home to 12 enshrined deities and designated an Important Cultural Property.Kurokawa Onsen (Approx. 2:10 PM)
90 mins free timeWander the nostalgic streets of one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns or enjoy a soak in mineral-rich waters. Onsen admission not included.Leave Kumamoto (3:40 PM)
Begin the return journey to Fukuoka after a full day of sightseeing.End of Tour (Approx. 6:00 PM)
Return to Fukuoka (time may vary depending on traffic and weather).
What's included
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Additional information
- Meeting Point: Lawson Fukuoka Oriental Hotel (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi).
- Address: 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012, Japan.
- Look for the guide holding a yellow 'Gogoday' flag.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure (7:45 AM).
- No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
- Tour starts at 8:00 AM and ends around 6:00 PM.
- Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
- Mount Aso crater access is subject to volcanic activity and safety regulations.
- Tour may be adjusted due to weather, road, or traffic conditions.
- Certain attractions and onsen may only accept cash; carry sufficient yen with you.
- Email with guide and driver details will be sent the evening before the tour.
- Onsen etiquette: no clothing allowed in baths. Guests with tattoos may be denied entry.
- Open to all travelers.
- Shared group tour with multilingual guide (Japanese, English, Chinese).
- Children under 3 years old can join free of charge (must sit on guardian’s lap).
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Cash for admissions and personal expenses
- Towel and change of clothes if bathing in onsen
- Mobile voucher or printed ticket
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Moderate walking involved.
- Instant confirmation upon booking.
- You will receive tour details via email the evening before departure.
- Cancellations made at least 1 day before the tour: 100% refund.
- No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure.
- Show mobile or printed voucher to the staff at the meeting point.
- Valid only for the selected date of booking.
Location
Provider
Gogoday
NZD 107
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