Mga bagay na dapat gawin sa Takachiho Gorge

Our guide today was Jimmy, and we cannot thank him enough for his excellent service! Everything was efficient, clear and straightforward. His briefings on the bus allowed us more free time to explore each destination on our own. Even when he wasn't accompanying us, he thoughtfully reminded us of the important signs and directions to look out for so we wouldn't lose our way. Such thoughtfulness and attention to detail made our experience so much more enjoyable. Truly one of the best guides we've had so far! Highly recommended!

Tour guide Cho reminded us of the meeting time the day before and was already waiting at the meeting point early on the morning of the tour. After check-in, we were told the license plate number so we could board the bus, and the whole process was very smooth. Along the way, explanations of local features and mythological stories were provided alternately in Mandarin and English, along with various helpful tips. The meeting time and place for each stop were clearly communicated. The entire itinerary went smoothly; the tour guide had a soft voice and a constant smile 👍🏻👍🏻 As for the attractions, Takachiho is truly a beautiful and relaxing place, and the optional small train is well worth it. Although walking up and down the Takachiho Gorge at the end was a bit tiring, this entire trip was an overall wonderful experience!

This was a tour I took with my parents. I was worried the schedule might be a bit too tight, but we were able to take our time exploring at a relaxed pace, and my parents had no trouble at all. In particular, our guide, Lee Hyang-yong, was truly exceptionally kind and gave fantastic explanations, making the tour even more satisfying. Our driver was also skilled, so we were able to travel without any motion sickness. Thanks to everyone, we were able to create wonderful memories. Highly recommended!

Isang perpektong paglalakbay sa kalikasan ng Kyushu, salamat sa aming tour guide na si Ate Nanami! Katatapos lang ng aming itinerary sa Kumamoto at Miyazaki, at sabik na akong isulat ang magandang review na ito. Ang ruta ng tour group na ito ay napakaganda ang pagkakadisenyo, perpektong pinagsama ang mga natural na kababalaghan at karanasan sa kultura. Sa Aso, nakita namin ang isa sa pinakamalaking aktibong bunganga ng bulkan sa mundo, at ang pakiramdam ng pulso ng mundo ay hindi malilimutan; naglakad kami sa malawak na damuhan ng Kusasenri, at naramdaman ang kakaibang lawak at katahimikan; ang pagsakay sa bangka sa Takachiho Gorge ang highlight ng buong biyahe, na parang pumasok kami sa isang mitolohikal na mundo. At ang "kaluluwa" ng lahat ng magagandang karanasang ito ay walang iba kundi ang aming tour guide na si Ate Nanami. Siya ay napakapropesyonal at puno ng sigasig na tao: 1. Malawak ang kaalaman: Alam na alam niya ang kasaysayan at kultura ng Kyushu, ang geological formation, at ang mga lokal na produkto. Ang kanyang mga paliwanag ay buhay na buhay at kawili-wili, na hindi lang namin nakita ang tanawin, kundi naunawaan din ang kuwento sa likod nito. 2. Bilingual na komunikasyon: Maraming dayuhang kaibigan sa grupo, at buong biyahe siyang nagbigay serbisyo sa lahat gamit ang matatas na Chinese at English, inalagaan ang bawat miyembro, at walang anumang hadlang sa komunikasyon, napaka-maalalahanin. 3. Masigasig at maalalahanin: Palagi siyang may nakangiting mukha, maingat na inaalagaan ang mga matatanda at bata sa grupo, at tinutulungan silang lutasin ang iba't ibang problema, tulad ng isang mapagkakatiwalaang ate. Dahil kay Ate Nanami, ang biyaheng ito ay puno ng init at alaala. Lubos kong inirerekomenda ito sa mga kaibigang nagpaplanong maglakbay sa Kyushu! Umaasa akong magkikita pa kami sa susunod na biyahe.

Be ready to count your steps here! Nature vibes and a little bit of downhill/uphill walk. Still, the view was worth it ✨️❤️ Would recommend to book with lunch. We didn't expect it to have such quality meat for the price. It was really a surprise, glad we availed it 😊

Aiko-san was a wonderful guide for this tour. Miyazaki is a bit far from Hakata, but the ride was so comfortable. I loved riding the Amaterasu railway and the Takachiho Gorge was incredible! Every shot I had of the Gorge looked like a postcard! It is definitely one of Japan's best places to visit. The cafe near Amanoyasukawara has lovely food too. I would book this again, this was a fantastic experience.

My husband and I decided to book this tour because finding tickets to Takachiho Gorge on our own had been quite challenging. At first, we were a little hesitant since we only speak English and the tour was conducted in Chinese. However, from the very first moment we met our guide, Miya, all our concerns. Despite the language barrier, he did his very best to keep us updated on everything happening during the tour, and her kindness truly made a difference. We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring Kyushu, from the breathtaking Aso volcano to the magical Takachiho Gorge, which was one of the main reasons we wanted to visit this part of Japan. We also got to discover beautiful places, shrines, and experiences that made the day even more special. The tour itself was fantastic, but what truly made it exceptional was our guide. A great itinerary can take you to beautiful places, but a wonderful guide can turn the experience into something unforgettable.

Traveling with the tour was very convenient. The guide took good care of us and provided great recommendations, allowing us to visit a variety of places in just one day. For those who prefer not to rent a car and drive, having 2 hours at the Takachiho Gorge, including the round-trip walk, was more than enough time. In the afternoon, we visited Mt. Aso. Even though the crater was closed, we were able to see the views up close at two different spots. Kusasenri offered beautiful scenery, though 1 hour might be a bit tight for sightseeing, having a meal, and shopping for souvenirs. Overall, it was a very worthwhile and convenient experience with everything covered, including a stop at a service area along the way.

Although the meeting point was slightly different from the tour pictures due to venue renovations, which could be confusing for first-time visitors, it was easy to spot staff members wearing yellow vests once inside the station, so it wasn't a major issue. This trip included visits to Takachiho Shrine, Takachiho Gorge, Kusasenri in Aso (which has a museum and restaurants available at your own expense), and the South Aso Railway (a 1-hour ride costing 1,560 yen at your own expense). Each transit time was about 30 minutes to an hour and a half. The bus was clean, comfortable, and not crowded. Someone contacted us the day before to confirm the booking. Our tour leader, Jiang, was very friendly, helped take photos, and provided a general introduction to the history of the attractions in Mandarin, making it very easy to understand. Overall, it was a comfortable and convenient one-day trip for a leisurely outdoor excursion.