Kyushu Onsen to Onsen
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- duration 6 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-95 yrs
- max group size 15
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-12884
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- Operated in English
- Starts Fukuoka, Japan
- Ends Beppu, Japan
The forested slopes of Kunisaki peninsula of Kyushu have samurai castles, Buddhist temples, and rugged volcanic nature to reveal. Many overlook this remote corner of Kyushu, but those who make the effort will discover some of the most undisturbed pawā spotto (spiritual places) in all of Japan.
We meet in Fukuoka and quickly head out with a ride along the Chikugo River to an Edo-era town. After climbing up our only significant hill, we descend to the town of Usa and visit a Shinto shrine dating back to 708. Then ride around the conical 731-m high Mt. Futago volcano that has 28 ravines extending from the centre. Cycling around the perimeter allows us to avoid climbing and we can explore the beaches, ports and some hidden temples in the forest. This area is also very rural and known for producing scallions, leeks, tomatoes and prized kabosu limes.
Before we leave the peninsula we'll visit the town Kitsuki, often referred to as "little Kyoto" of Kyushu Island. This picturesque town is often used today as backdrops for Japanese movies based in the Edo Period. We'll go to the historic Samurai district and to Kitsuki Castle, the smallest in Japan. We end our tour in one of Japan's top spa destinations, Beppu. Besides luxuriating in an onsen you can also see Beppu's unique hot springs where the water bubbles forth in different manifestations - ruby red water, steamy blue, muddy brown and even a geyser that shoots off about every 35 minutes.
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- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Any international flights to Fukuoka and from Beppu are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Kyushu Onsen to Onsen tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 24 November 2023, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 24 November 2023, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceKyushu Onsen to Onsen tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.
VisaFor this Kyushu Onsen to Onsen tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Minimum Participants The minimum number of Participant for this trip is 2-
Do people in Japan speak English?
Estimates show that less than 30 percent of the Japanese population speak English at any level, with less than 5 percent being fluent speakers. So, the likelihood of encountering a fluent speaker on a random Japanese street is quite low. Most people working in tourist areas do understand simple English phrases, and most signboards, instructions, and menus in these areas are in both Japanese and English. Outside of these places, you will need a lot of hand gestures to get by.
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What is the best time to visit Japan?
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Which countries should I visit in Asia?
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Are credit cards widely accepted in Japan?
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