Takachiho Gorge Small Train and Mount Aso Day Trip

• Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ・The tour guide will not contact passengers in advance. If needed, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on-site on the day of the tour. ・Please refer to the email from the previous day for specific license plate and tour guide information. If you have received multiple emails, please refer to the latest one..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
• [Attraction/experience] 10:20, 40 min(s), Self-guided, Amaterasu Railway, The 【Takachiho Sightseeing Railway】is a renovated old railway line. Its open-air cars travel across Japan's highest railway bridge, offering unique seasonal scenery. On the third Thursday of each month, and in special circumstances, visits will be made to the 【Takachiho Shrine】, which has a history dating back to 1900.
• [Attraction/experience] 11:10, 1 hour(s) 40 min(s), Self-guided, Takachiho Gorge, Manai Falls, Onihachi's Power Stone, Takachiho Mitate Bridge, 仙人の屏風岩, Takachiho Gorge is a valley formed by eruptions from Mount Aso, featuring sights such as the Manai Falls, Onihachi's Power Stone, the Three-Stage Bridge, and the Stone Wall of the Immortals, with a gentle 1 km promenade. Rowboats are available, but advance reservations are not recommended due to unpredictable factors on the day..Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
• [Attraction/experience] 14:20, 1 hour(s) 40 min(s), Self-guided, Mount Nakadake, Kusasenri, Aso Volcano Museum, Mount Aso is a famous active volcano in Japan where you can view the white smoke from the crater up close. Nearby is the Kusasenri grassland, where you can stroll and admire the grazing cattle and horses. Optional activities include the Aso Volcano Museum, horseback riding, and helicopter tours. If the volcanic crater is under restriction, the itinerary will be adjusted according to the on-site conditions..Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
• [Return] 17:30, at Square in front of Kumamoto Station Shinkansen Exit (West Exit), ・Return journey begins from 16:00. Please note that the return time is for reference only and may be earlier due to smooth itinerary and good road conditions on the day. ・The actual arrival time at the disembarkation point may vary depending on road conditions. ・To avoid any inconvenience, please do not schedule any other activities for the evening of the same day. Thank you for your understanding.
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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

Additional information

• Pre-trip Notice: The day before your trip, between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time, we will send you an email with detailed guide and vehicle information. Please be sure to check it promptly. During peak season, there may be a slight delay in sending the email. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the last one.
• Explanation of the Takachiho Railway Train tour itinerary: 1️⃣If you are unable to purchase Takachiho Railway Train tickets on-site, or if you miss the train due to traffic conditions, we will adjust the order of attractions: we will first visit Takachiho Gorge, and then arrange to return and try to ride the train. The specific arrangement will be flexibly adjusted according to the actual situation. 2️⃣We recommend that you do not book the Takachiho boating experience in advance to avoid conflicts with the adjusted itinerary.
• Mount Aso Crater Transportation Fee Information: 1️⃣ The tour includes transportation fees to Mount Aso Crater (complimentary item). 2️⃣ If access to Mount Aso Crater is not possible due to unavoidable circumstances such as weather or volcanic activity, the complimentary transportation fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
• 【Group Tour Description】This itinerary is a fixed international group tour route. You will travel with other passengers in the same vehicle. Temporary stops are not possible in non-scenic areas, so please understand.
• 【Meeting Notice】Please be sure to arrive at the designated location on time. If you are unable to participate in the itinerary due to lateness, getting lost, or other personal reasons, it will be considered an automatic forfeiture, and related fees will not be refunded.
• 【Vehicle Arrangement】Depending on the number of participants on the day, a small car service with a driver doubling as a guide may be arranged. This format offers more flexible itinerary planning, but the driver will prioritize safe driving, and the commentary along the way will be relatively brief.
• 【Itinerary Adjustment】The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather changes, or other force majeure factors. In case of delay or partial change, no refund or compensation will be provided. If you have subsequent travel plans or flight arrangements on the same day, please be sure to allow sufficient time.
• 【Baggage Regulations】Each passenger may carry one piece of luggage free of charge. Any excess will incur a fee of 2,000 JPY per piece, payable on-site. Please be sure to note the number of luggage pieces when placing your order. If not informed in advance, the tour guide will arrange based on vehicle space availability, and related fees will not be refunded.
• [Special Groups] Seniors aged 70 or above, or pregnant women, who register for a tour group must sign and return a waiver form no later than one day before departure to ensure travel safety.
• 【Itinerary Notes】The duration of stay at each attraction has been pre-planned. Please adhere to the meeting times to avoid affecting the overall arrangement. During peak season or holidays, traffic congestion may occur, and the tour guide will adjust the itinerary sequence according to the actual situation.
• 【In-car Regulations】To maintain a clean environment inside the vehicle, please do not eat or drink in the car. If any damage or mess is caused, a cleaning fee will be charged according to local standards.
• 【Explanation for Leaving the Group】If you leave the group on your own 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 will be solely responsible for their personal and property safety.

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

• Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ▶The tour guide will not contact passengers in advance. If needed, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on the spot on the day of the tour. ▶Please check the license plate and tour guide details in the email sent from 16:00-22:00 (Japan time) 1 day before departure. If there are multiple emails, the latest one sent shall prevail..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
• [Attraction/experience] 10:20, 40 min(s), Self-guided, Amaterasu Railway, The 【Takachiho Sightseeing Train】, a renovated old railway, features open-air cars that cross Japan's highest railway bridge, offering diverse seasonal scenery. On the third Thursday of each month and in special circumstances, a visit to the 【Takachiho Shrine】, which has a history of 1900 years, will be arranged instead.
• [Attraction/experience] 11:10, 1 hour(s) 40 min(s), Self-guided, Takachiho Gorge, Manai Falls, Onihachi's Power Stone, Takachiho Mitate Bridge, 仙人の屏風岩, Takachiho Gorge is a valley formed by eruptions from Mount Aso, featuring sights such as the Manai Falls, Onihachi's Power Stone, the Three-Stage Bridge, and the Stone Wall of the Immortals, with a gentle 1 km promenade. Rowboats are available, but advance reservations are not recommended due to unpredictable factors on the day..Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
• [Attraction/experience] 14:20, 1 hour(s) 40 min(s), Self-guided, Mount Nakadake, Kusasenri, Aso Volcano Museum, Mount Aso is a famous active volcano in Japan, where you can see the white smoke of the crater up close. Nearby is the Kusasenri Plateau, where you can stroll and admire cattle and horses. Optional activities include the Aso Volcano Museum, horseback riding, and helicopter tours. If the crater is under restrictions, the itinerary will be adjusted according to the situation on site..Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
• [Return] 17:30, at Square in front of Kumamoto Station Shinkansen Exit (West Exit), ▶ Return starts from 16:00. The return time is for reference only and may be earlier due to smooth itinerary and good road conditions on the day. ▶ The actual arrival time at the disembarkation point will vary depending on road conditions. ▶ To avoid any losses, please do not arrange any other activities for the evening of the same day. Thank you for your understanding.
• Day {num}

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

Additional information

• Pre-trip Notice: The day before your trip, between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time, we will send you an email with detailed guide and vehicle information. Please be sure to check it promptly. During peak season, there may be a slight delay in sending the email. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the last one.
• Explanation of the Takachiho Railway Train tour itinerary: 1️⃣If you are unable to purchase Takachiho Railway Train tickets on-site, or if you miss the train due to traffic conditions, we will adjust the order of attractions: we will first visit Takachiho Gorge, and then arrange to return and try to ride the train. The specific arrangement will be flexibly adjusted according to the actual situation. 2️⃣We recommend that you do not book the Takachiho boating experience in advance to avoid conflicts with the adjusted itinerary.
• Mount Aso Crater Transportation Fee Information: 1️⃣ The tour includes transportation fees to Mount Aso Crater (complimentary item). 2️⃣ If access to Mount Aso Crater is not possible due to unavoidable circumstances such as weather or volcanic activity, 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