Kyushu-Oita Itinerary: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine & Beppu Ropeway & Yufuin | Fukuoka

About this experience

08:20 Meet at Lawson Hakata Station Chikushiguchi Store at Oriental Hotel Fukuoka (in front of Hakata Station Chikushiguchi Exit). Address: 4-23 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata Ward, Fukuoka, 812-0012 Japan，Look for the GOGODAY small yellow flag when gathering.

08:30 Depart on time; there will be no waiting for latecomers. Thank you for your understanding；

09:10-10:40 Explore Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning (90 minutes, free time)

12:40-13:40 Beppu Ropeway - An aerial ropeway connecting Beppu to the mountainside of Tsurumi-dake, offering panoramic views of Beppu Bay and the surrounding mountains (approximately 60 minutes, free time, ropeway fee at your own expense).

Beppu Ropeway fares are as follows: Seniors (70 years and older): 1700 yen round trip

Adults (Junior high school students and above/13 years and older): 1800 yen round trip

Children (4 years old to elementary school students): 900 yen round trip

Infants (0-3 years old): Free

※If the Beppu Ropeway is closed, you will be taken to Umi Jigoku (Adults 500 yen, Elementary and Middle School Students 250 yen, payable separately).

14:10-16:30 Arrive at Yufuin, a popular destination with various attractions (140 minutes, free time, lunch at your own expense)

You can also choose to take the Yufuin-no-Mori train (one of the two trains at 15:56 or 17:17) - ride through the fields and forests on Kyushu's most popular sightseeing train (about 134 minutes, no guide, the trip ends at Hakata Station~)

(The booking deadline is 3 days before departure. It will be difficult to book tickets for the Yufuin-no-Mori train with a recent departure date, so please try to book as early as possible. In addition, if you cannot book a ticket or the number of people in the group is not reached, the trip will not be completed. Please understand.)

18:20 Arrive at Hakata Station and end the tour。

What's included

• Round Trip Shared Transfer
• You can also choose to take the Yufuin-no-Mori train and experience the ride - crossing the fields and forests and taking Kyushu's most popular sightseeing train back to Fukuoka
• English Speaking Guide

How to use

1. Meet Up location
2. Lawson Hakata Station Chikushiguchi Store

What to expect

Stroll through the millennium-old academy, touch the Tree of Wisdom, and begin your day of blessings and wisdom amidst the spiritual radiance of Sugawara no Michizane. Enjoy a 360° panoramic tour, overlooking the spectacular "Hell Hot Springs," taking in the breathtaking views of the azure sea and volcanoes from an altitude of 1300 meters. Wander through the hot spring art town, with the opportunity to savor handmade desserts and Yufuin beer. Have the chance to ride the verdant "Yufuin no Mori" scenic train, watching the picturesque scenery unfold outside the window.

Terms & conditions

• A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
• In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
• High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
• Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
• This is a carpooling itinerary. Please be sure to abide by the stopover time at each attraction and follow the driver's instructions.
• If you leave the group on your own during the trip, the transaction will be deemed invalid and no fees will be refunded. If personal or property safety is affected as a result, the consequences will be borne by you.
• Please note that no refund will be given if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal issues, lateness, etc.
• Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, festivals or crowds on the day, the arrival time of each itinerary may change.
• In case of a small number of people, the driver and tour leader will be used for operation. Please be aware that this product is a carpooling service, and there will be other guests riding together. Parking is not allowed outside the scenic spots.
• According to Japanese law, the maximum working time for drivers is 10 hours. In order to ensure the safety of drivers and the stability of driving, the itinerary may be adjusted according to actual conditions, including reducing the time for sightseeing or canceling certain attractions. Please understand. This is not a reason to request a refund. We sincerely hope that all passengers can understand and support this.