What's included
Driver, Host: Chinese, Japanese- Transport: Bus
- Highway tunnel toll
- Parking fee
- Fuel cost
Meals- Admission
- Insurance
- 【Takachiho Forest Railway Fares】High school students and above: 2,300 yen; Elementary and junior high school students: 1,500 yen; Preschool children: 800 yen for admission.
- 【Aso Volcano Museum Reference Fees】Admission 1100 yen
- [Kusasenri] Horse riding experience fee is separate, admission is free
- Other personal consumption
Before you book
Additional information
Other Reminders
- Pre-departure notice: The day before your trip, between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time, we will send detailed guide and vehicle information via email. Please be sure to check it promptly. During peak travel seasons, email delivery times may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the last one.
- Explanation of complimentary transportation costs to Mount Aso Crater: 1️⃣ The itinerary includes transportation costs to Mount Aso Crater (complimentary item). 2️⃣ If, due to irresistible factors such as weather or volcanic activity, it is not possible to visit Mount Aso Crater, the complimentary transportation fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
- This itinerary is a fixed route for international group tours. Travelers will share a vehicle with other passengers. Please understand that temporary stops cannot be made in non-scenic areas during the trip.
- Please be sure to gather at the designated location on time. If you are unable to participate in the itinerary due to personal reasons such as being late, getting lost, or feeling unwell, it will be considered an automatic forfeiture of the trip, and related fees will not be refunded.
- Depending on the number of participants on the day, a small car service with a driver also acting as a guide may be arranged. In the small car mode, the itinerary will be more flexible, but the driver will primarily focus on safe driving, and the commentary along the way will be relatively brief. Please be aware of this.
- This tour is an international group tour, with passengers from diverse backgrounds. The guide will provide services and communicate in Chinese/Japanese bilingual or simple multilingual formats. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
- The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather changes, or other force majeure factors. No refunds or compensation will be provided for delays or partial changes. If you need to catch a flight or have other arrangements on the same day, please be sure to allow ample time.
- Each passenger may carry one piece of luggage free of charge. For any excess luggage, a fee of 2,000 JPY per piece must be paid to the driver/guide on-site. Please be sure to note the number of luggage pieces when placing your order. If not informed in advance, the guide reserves the right to refuse boarding based on vehicle space availability, and related fees will not be refunded.
- Seniors over 70 or pregnant women who register for a trip must contact staff no later than one day before departure to request and sign a waiver, and return it to us, to ensure travel safety.
- Cherry blossoms are a natural landscape, greatly affected by climate, so the actual blooming time may be earlier or later. Once the tour group is formed, refunds or complaints cannot be made on the grounds that the blooming conditions did not meet expectations. Your understanding is appreciated.
- The duration of stay at each attraction has been planned according to the overall itinerary. Please adhere to the meeting times to avoid affecting the overall schedule.
- Itinerary times may be adjusted due to uncontrollable factors such as traffic, weather, or crowd flow. In the event of delays or partial changes, refunds or compensation cannot be claimed on this basis. We appreciate your understanding.
- Traffic congestion may occur during holidays or peak tourist seasons, and the tour guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary sequence according to the actual situation.
- To maintain the cleanliness of the carriage, please do not eat or drink inside the vehicle. If any damage or soiling occurs, a cleaning fee will be charged according to local standards.
- If you leave the group or depart midway after the itinerary begins, it will be considered an automatic waiver of subsequent services, and related fees will not be refunded. During this period, the traveler must bear full responsibility for their personal and property safety.
Attraction information
- Takachiho Forest Railway Schedule Adjustment Notice: On the third Thursday of every month, the Takachiho Forest Railway undergoes inspection and cannot operate during this period. The dates for 2026 are: (January 15 / February 19 / March 19 / April 16 / May 21 / June 18 / July 16 / August 20 / September 17 / October 15 / November 19 / December 17). On days when the railway cannot operate due to inspection, the itinerary will automatically be adjusted to a visit to Miyazaki Takachiho Shrine. Additionally, if the railway cannot be experienced normally due to adverse weather (such as heavy rain, heavy snow, strong winds, etc.) or force majeure factors like special arrangements during holidays, the itinerary will also be changed to a visit to Miyazaki Takachiho Shrine.
- Takachiho Mini-Train Itinerary Explanation: 1️⃣ If you are unable to purchase Takachiho Mini-Train tickets on-site, or miss your scheduled train due to traffic conditions, we will adjust the sightseeing order: first, you will visit Takachiho Gorge, and then we will arrange to return later to attempt to ride the mini-train. Specific adjustments will be made flexibly based on the actual situation. 2️⃣ We recommend not booking the Takachiho boating activity to avoid conflicts with the itinerary.
- Aso Crater Itinerary Adjustment: If Aso Crater is subject to restrictions due to safety or other reasons, we will flexibly adjust the itinerary based on the actual situation on site to ensure your travel safety and strive to provide you with a rich and unique travel experience. Please be aware and understand that itinerary changes may occur during the execution of the trip due to the aforementioned circumstances. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
- Explanation of complimentary transportation costs to Mount Aso Crater: 1️⃣ The itinerary includes transportation costs to Mount Aso Crater (complimentary item). 2️⃣ If, due to irresistible factors such as weather or volcanic activity, it is not possible to visit Mount Aso Crater, the complimentary transportation fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
Prohibitions & Limitations
- Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given
- Pets are prohibited
- This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
Accessibility
- Child seats are not available
Vehicle & luggage info
- The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued
Terms & Conditions
Confirmation
- You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.
Cancellation policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
How to use
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Age & eligibility
Eligibility
- This activity has no age limit
- Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
- Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
- Seniors aged 70+ should present a medical certificate before participating
