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Aso, Yufuin & Beppu — 2 days

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Day 1

01 / 02

Aso Volcano, Kusasenri and Kumamoto Castle Day Tour

This day trip from Fukuoka visits Aso Nakadake Crater, Kusasenri, Aso roadside stop, Suizenji Jojuen Garden, and Kumamoto Castle. Crater access follows Aso volcano safety controls, with a confirmed alternative when restricted.

Route: Fukuoka → Aso Nakadake Crater → Kusasenri → Aso roadside stop → Suizenji Jojuen Garden → Kumamoto Castle → Fukuoka

Aso Volcano, Kusasenri and Kumamoto Castle day route

08:00
Meet in Fukuoka and depart
Confirmed meeting point near Hakata Station Chikushi Exit
Meet at Confirmed meeting point near Hakata Station Chikushi Exit at 08:00. The pre-departure confirmation gives the exact point and check-in instructions.
Transport and driver-guide service included
10:30
Aso Nakadake Crater
Aso, Kumamoto
Visit the crater viewing area when it is open. Volcanic gas, weather or safety controls may replace it with Shirakawa Spring or another confirmed stop.
50 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
11:30
Kusasenri
Aso, Kumamoto
Walk across the volcanic grassland and have lunch independently. Visibility, grass colour and grazing scenes vary with season and weather.
50 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
12:50
Aso roadside stop
Aso, Kumamoto
Make a short stop for local produce. Stock and open counters depend on the day.
20 minutesNo separate admission for the public area
14:20
Suizenji Jojuen Garden
Kumamoto City
Follow the circuit garden path. Admission, tea service and personal purchases cost extra.
50 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
15:30
Kumamoto Castle
Kumamoto City
Visit the open castle and Josaien areas. Restoration work, access and admission follow the official same-day notice.
60 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
16:30
Return to Fukuoka
The planned return leaves at 16:30 and reaches Fukuoka around 18:20. Traffic and local operation may change the arrival time.
Transport and driver-guide service included

Day 2

02 / 02

Yufuin, African Safari and Beppu Hells Day Tour

This day trip from Fukuoka visits Yufuin and Lake Kinrin, African Safari, Umi Jigoku, and Kamado Jigoku. Umi Jigoku and Kamado Jigoku admission is included; the safari park, Jungle Bus, lunch and other purchases cost extra.

Route: Fukuoka → Yufuin and Lake Kinrin → African Safari → Umi Jigoku → Kamado Jigoku → Fukuoka

Yufuin, African Safari and Beppu Hells day route

08:30
Meet in Fukuoka and depart
Confirmed meeting point near Hakata Station Chikushi Exit
Meet at Confirmed meeting point near Hakata Station Chikushi Exit at 08:30. The pre-departure confirmation gives the exact point and check-in instructions.
Transport and driver-guide service included
10:30
Yufuin and Lake Kinrin
Yufu, Oita
Walk around Yunotsubo Street and Lake Kinrin with time for lunch. Carriage rides, food and shopping cost extra and popular options may sell out.
120 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
13:10
African Safari
Usa, Oita
Explore the wildlife park independently. Admission and the Jungle Bus cost extra; animals, bus seats and activities depend on same-day operation.
110 minutesAdmission, food and personal purchases cost extra
15:40
Umi Jigoku
Beppu, Oita
See the blue hot-spring pool from the garden path. Do not cross barriers or touch the very hot water.
40 minutesListed admission included
16:20
Kamado Jigoku
Beppu, Oita
Follow the designated route past the coloured hot-spring pools. Open areas and demonstrations follow the daily schedule.
40 minutesListed admission included
17:00
Return to Fukuoka
The planned return leaves at 17:00 and reaches Fukuoka around 19:00. Traffic and local operation may change the arrival time.
Transport and driver-guide service included