Why Choose Us?
Private Tour
Choose your destinations freely, finalize the route after booking
Charter from 1 Hour
Book in 30-minute increments
Great for Groups & Luggage
Large vehicles seating up to 9 available
Price
| Charter Duration | 6 hours | 7 hours |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ¥44,000 | ¥51,000 |
Plan Details
What's Included
- A one-way private transfer from Kumamoto Station to Uchinomaki Onsen via Mt. Aso and Kusasenri
- Highway tolls, parking fees, and service charges included
- Transfer by minivan or large wagon (up to 9 passengers)
What's Not Included
- Specific vehicle selection fee (available as an optional add-on)
- Admission tickets to facilities or sightseeing spots
- Tour guide
- Other personal expenses
Sample Itinerary
*This is a fully chartered private tour. Departure time, waypoints, and time spent at photo spots can be freely arranged on the day based on your preferences. The itinerary below is only a sample.
| Time | Content |
|---|---|
| 9:30 | Kumamoto Station (pickup) |
| 10:45 | Aso Sanjo Terminal & Nakadake Crater (round trip by crater shuttle bus, approx. 1 hour; shuttle fare not included) |
| 11:55 | Kusasenri grasslands (walk and lunch, approx. 1 hr 15 min) |
| 13:30 | Roadside Station Aso (souvenirs, approx. 40 min) |
| 14:20 | ASO MILK FACTORY (dairy sweets, approx. 45 min) |
| 15:10 | Uchinomaki Onsen (drop-off at your inn) |
Plan Description
Head from Kumamoto Station to a hot spring inn in Aso, sightseeing along the way. First see the Nakadake Crater from Aso Sanjo Terminal, then have lunch overlooking the vast grasslands of nearby Kusasenri. Drive down into the caldera to pick up souvenirs at Roadside Station Aso and take a break at ASO MILK FACTORY before arriving at your inn in Uchinomaki Onsen. By public transport you would have to juggle bus connections and the crater shuttle; with a private car your luggage stays on board and you arrive in time for check-in.
About Booking
After making a provisional booking, a confirmation notice will be sent to you within 3 days.
For last-minute bookings, we will notify you of vehicle availability within a few hours.
*Availability may be limited for last-minute bookings, so we highly recommend booking well in advance.
Pick-up & Drop-off Points
Kumamoto Station → Mt. Aso & Nakadake Crater → Kusasenri → Roadside Station Aso → ASO MILK FACTORY → Uchinomaki Onsen (one way) Pickup at Kumamoto Airport or a city hotel and changes to stops can be arranged. For the next day, a one-way plan from Uchinomaki Onsen to Kumamoto Station via Aso Shrine is also available.
Important Notes / Cancellation Policy
- If you are not at the pick-up location after your scheduled departure time, your booking will be automatically canceled.
- Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Please allow plenty of time when making your reservation.
- If you wish to change the time or location, please cancel your current reservation and book again.
Cancellation Policy
Once the booking is confirmed, cancellation fees will apply under the following conditions:
- Up to 3 days before the departure date: Free
- 1 to 2 days before the departure date: 30% of the total fare
- On the departure date up to the scheduled time: 50% of the total fare
- After the scheduled departure time: 100% of the total fare
Q. Is anything not included in the price?
Facility admission, the crater shuttle bus fare and meals are not included and are paid on site. Parking fees, expressway tolls, fuel and tax are all included in the tour price.
Q. What happens if the Nakadake Crater is closed?
Access to the crater area can be restricted depending on volcanic gas levels and the volcanic alert level. On those days we will take you to places that remain open, such as the Aso Volcano Museum.
Q. Can we also book the ride back the next day?
Yes. There is a one-way plan from Uchinomaki Onsen to Kumamoto Station via Aso Shrine and its town. The outbound and return trips are booked separately.
