Japan Restless Volcano Adventure MB03

4 Days From £1025 (1,614 USD)

Travel by bullet train to Kyushu and visit the active volcano Miaji/Aso for a once in a lifetime experience and stay at a traditional inn in rural Japan for a rare experience off the tourist trail.

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Key Information

Travel Style: Small Group
Start Location: Kyoto, Japan
End Location: Kyoto, Japan
Accommodation: Traditional Inns
Period: Mar-Nov
Difficulty: Suitable for Most Travelers

About The Operator

Accreditations: Sustainability Policy, Ecotourism Principles and CSI
Years In Business: 2

Take the one of the fastest trains in the world, the bullet train or the shinkansen, and transfer to an unique switchback mountain train to get to Miyaji (Aso). Trek to near the center of the active volcano with our experienced nature guides, see undulating magma and listen to the roars of living earth. Experience the community lifestyle at the foot of the caldera and stay at a beautiful traditional farm inn in the small farming community. Undergo a spiritual experience at Kyushu’s oldest Saigandenji temple and make pottery using volcanic iron-rich clay. On the way back to Kyoto, stop in Hakata, the biggest and most vibrant city in Kyushu, to sample both contemporary and traditional life.

Description

A full day by day itinerary will be provided by the tour operator when you make an enquiry about this holiday.

Includes
-Transport to and from Kyoto, including bullet train
-Accommodation
-Entry fees
-Activities as listed
-Professional tour guide
-Meals

Excludes
-International flights, insurance

Prices per person - please submit an enquiry to receive a personalized itinerary and costs.

Itinerary
Day 01. Meet in Kyoto and take the bullet train to Kyushu. Have luncha t Hakata then take train to Aso. Overnight at local inn.
Day 02. Morning trekking volcano. Afternoon back at inn making traditional stone seal (further trekking optional).
Day 03. Spend morning learning about Teno community and visit shrine. Afternoon transfer to Aso and learn to make some traditonal pottery.
Day 04. Head back to Hakata for lunch and shopping. The back to Kyoto by bullet train arriving 9pm.