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 | 7 hours | 8 hours |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ¥51,000 | ¥58,000 |
Plan Details
What's Included
- A one-way private transfer with sightseeing, Uchinomaki Onsen to Kumamoto Station
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 8:30 | Uchinomaki Onsen (pickup at your inn) |
| 8:45 | Daikanbo lookout (Aso caldera views, approx. 45 min stop) |
| 9:30 | Milk Road (scenic drive) |
| 10:20 | Roadside Station Ozu (approx. 30 min stop) |
| 11:20 | Suizenji Jojuen Garden (approx. 45 min; admission not included) |
| 12:15 | Kumamoto Castle (approx. 1 hr 15 min; admission not included) |
| 13:40 | Kumamoto Ramen Keika Honten (lunch, approx. 45 min) |
| 14:25 | Shimotori and Kamitori arcades (approx. 35 min stroll) |
| 15:00 | Kumamon Square (approx. 20 min stop) |
| 15:30 | Kumamoto Station (drop-off) |
Plan Description
After checking out of Uchinomaki Onsen, take in the whole Aso caldera from the Daikanbo lookout in the morning light. Drive the Milk Road across the grasslands into Kumamoto city to visit Suizenji Jojuen Garden and Kumamoto Castle. Lunch is at a long-established Kumamoto ramen shop, followed by the Shimotori and Kamitori shopping arcades and Kumamon Square. The bus to Daikanbo runs only on weekends and holidays, but a private car can stop there any day.
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
Uchinomaki Onsen → Daikanbo → Milk Road → Roadside Station Ozu → Suizenji Jojuen Garden → Kumamoto Castle → Keika Honten → Shimotori and Kamitori → Kumamon Square → Kumamoto Station (one way) Drop-off at Kumamoto Airport or a city hotel and changes to stops can be arranged.
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 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. Can the tour end at Kumamoto Airport?
Yes. The route can finish at Kumamoto Airport after the city sights to match your flight. Changing the route changes the driving distance, so the price may change.
Q. Can we see a sea of clouds from Daikanbo?
On clear early mornings from autumn to winter, a sea of clouds can sometimes be seen from Daikanbo. It depends on the weather and cannot be guaranteed, but we can start earlier if you wish.
