Yufu

Highly recommended tour! It is not one of those rushed bus tours where you just breeze through; it actually leaves you with free time to explore on your own (about two hours of free time in Yufuin, though it is so rich in things to do that it is actually worth staying three to four hours. On the other hand, the Umi Jigoku [Sea Hell] was just ordinary, so I docked a few points for the itinerary arrangement). Our tour guide, Eiichi, was very professional and struck just the right balance with the pacing of the commentary. Whenever he noticed people were getting tired, he would pause appropriately, and whenever he saw everyone was interested, he would share a bit more background story. There happened to be a mobility-impaired member in our group, and aside from proactively helping to load and unload the wheelchair, he managed the timing and group gathering very well, so we never felt like we were waiting too long for settling in. The fried chicken, Mentaiko bread, and matcha soft-serve ice cream he recommended were truly delicious!

💕 This trip to Kyushu really left us with so many wonderful memories! 🇯🇵✨ Special thanks to our tour guide for taking such careful care of us and leading us with such enthusiasm all along the way. You allowed us to happily explore Yufuin, enjoy the beautiful streetscapes, and create many unforgettable and adorable memories at the Kyushu Safari Park 🐻🦒🌿 Thank you for all the explanations, thoughtful reminders, and endless patience throughout the journey. You made the trip so much more than just sightseeing—it was filled with joy and warmth ❤️ The happiest part of any journey is meeting a dedicated and kind tour guide! 🥰 Thank you for all your hard work, and thank you for making our Kyushu trip so fulfilling and wonderful. We look forward to the chance to travel together again next time! 🫶🏻💗

An absolutely wonderful tour! The first stop was Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, with an 80-minute stay. It takes about half an hour to walk through the shrine grounds, where you can pray for good fortune or buy some lucky charms. The small street in front of the shrine has many great little shops; whether it's local snacks, souvenirs, the Sumikkogurashi specialty store, or the unique Starbucks, everything is very interesting and well worth spending some time exploring. Next was the Beppu Ropeway, with a 60-minute stop. The cable car ride up the mountain takes about 10 minutes, offering beautiful scenery along the way. It's a bit cooler at the top, so you should keep that in mind. When we went up, it happened to be foggy, so we couldn't see the view below, but walking along the mountain trails in the fog was still a lot of fun. We had nearly two hours in Yufuin. Starting from Lake Kinrin and slowly walking back, there are so many small shops to browse and shop at, as well as plenty of interesting snacks. Even though no lunch time was scheduled, eating and browsing our way through Yufuin turned out to be a fantastic experience. On the way back, we rode the Yufuin no Mori train. Although you can't see much of the scenery at night, it gives you more leisure time, and the seats on the train are more spacious, making it easy to use the restroom and much more comfortable to rest. It's a great choice.

This was an enjoyable trip. Although it was drizzling, it didn't affect the overall tour route. Our guide, Yang Liu, explained everything very clearly and used a large sign to indicate meeting times, which was very helpful. The time spent in Yufuin was quite sufficient; we visited the owl cafe and were surprised by how many owls were there. We could pet them and take plenty of photos, which was a great experience. Afterward, we went to Beppu Kamado Jigoku, where everyone received a hot spring egg, and then to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. The itinerary was a bit tight, but being able to visit three places in one day satisfied tourists who want to see many attractions with limited time. Overall, it was great value for money and highly recommended.

we had a great time during this tour. Li was a great guide, making sure that everyone was involved and seemlessly switched languages for the guests. we had enough time to explore the areas. The lunch was also really good! Will love to go back to this area next time!

मैंने ताकाचिहो गॉर्ज और आसो कुसासेनरी देखने के लिए यह दौरा किया, और मेरा समय शानदार रहा। यह दौरा अविश्वसनीय रूप से अच्छी तरह से व्यवस्थित था। हमारे गाइड, सन, जानकार और पेशेवर थे; उन्होंने हमें क्षेत्र के बारे में बेहतरीन जानकारी दी और पूरे दिन हमारा असाधारण रूप से अच्छी तरह मार्गदर्शन किया। गॉर्ज सुंदर था, और नाव का अनुभव बहुत मजेदार था। मैंने आखिरी मिनट में लंच पैकेज भी जोड़ा और मुझे खुशी है कि मैंने ऐसा किया, क्योंकि खाना बहुत स्वादिष्ट था। हमें कुसासेनरी में घोड़े भी देखने को मिले, जो बहुत अच्छा था। कुल मिलाकर, मैं इस दौरे की अत्यधिक अनुशंसा करता हूँ!

We spotted tour guide Nana's flag first thing in the morning. She was sweet and extremely dedicated, and she didn't waste any time talking when it was time for us to rest and catch up on sleep! Her Mandarin and English were both fluent, so there were zero communication barriers. Since I easily get motion sick, I had added a note requesting a front-seat before joining the tour, and they saved a seat for me. The scenery along the entire way was truly gorgeous, and everywhere we went had a wonderful, comfortable energy. Because we joined the Takachiho Gorge boating activity, our schedule required precise timing. As soon as we arrived at Takachiho Gorge, Nana gave instructions on the meeting time and place for those not boating, and then rushed forward with the nine of us who were participating in the boating activity! It turns out that boating time is limited, and failing to return within the designated time results in extra fees charged by the boat rental shop! The boats are not the easiest to steer, but it is a lot of fun. I highly recommend trying it out if you aren't traveling with very young children or elderly family members—since you're already there, you might as well! I highly recommend this tour and am very grateful to our guide, Nana, for giving us such a wonderful day! By the way, the mango shaved ice has very poor value for the money, so skip it! The soft-serve ice cream should be worth a try, though!

दाज़ाइफ़ु, युफ़ुइन, कामाडो जिगोकू और उमी जिगोकू का हमारा दिन का दौरा जापान की हमारी यात्रा के मुख्य आकर्षणों में से एक था। यात्रा कार्यक्रम अच्छी तरह से व्यवस्थित था, जिससे हमें प्रत्येक पड़ाव को घूमने, तस्वीरें लेने, खरीदारी करने और उसका सही मायने में आनंद लेने के लिए पर्याप्त समय मिला। हमारे टूर गाइड, विवियन को इस अनुभव को और भी यादगार बनाने के लिए विशेष धन्यवाद। उन्होंने हमारे द्वारा देखे गए हर स्थान के बारे में दिलचस्प कहानियाँ और ऐतिहासिक तथ्य साझा किए, जिससे हमें प्रत्येक गंतव्य को गहराई से समझने में मदद मिली। उनके निर्देश हमेशा स्पष्ट थे, और उन्होंने कुशलता से कार्यक्रम का प्रबंधन किया, यह सुनिश्चित करते हुए कि हमारे पास पर्याप्त खाली समय हो और दौरा सुचारू रूप से चलता रहे। विवियन ने स्थानीय विशिष्टताओं और अवश्य आज़माने वाले भोजन की सिफारिश करके भी अतिरिक्त प्रयास किया, जिससे हमें अपनी यात्रा का अधिकतम लाभ उठाने में मदद मिली। उनकी मित्रता, व्यावसायिकता और समूह में सभी के लिए सच्ची परवाह ने पूरी यात्रा को सुखद और तनाव-मुक्त बना दिया। फ़ुकुओका और बेप्पू आने वाले किसी भी व्यक्ति के लिए अत्यधिक अनुशंसित। यदि आपको विवियन आपकी गाइड के रूप में मिलती हैं, तो आप उत्कृष्ट हाथों में हैं!

It was a truly impressive trip. I was the only English speaker, but the guide. Zhu Zhu, took good care of me, ensuring I fully understood everything about the tour. The experience far exceeded my expectations.