Tour Itinerary
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Marine Port Kagoshima
Marine Port Kagoshima is the starting point for your tour of Kagoshima and its surrounding highlights.
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Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
This ferry terminal connects Kagoshima with Sakurajima, providing a gateway to the volcanic island.
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Sakurajima Port
Sakurajima Port is the arrival point on Sakurajima, one of Kagoshima’s most iconic volcanic landscapes.
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Yunohira Observatory
Located on the slopes of Sakurajima, Yunohira Observatory offers impressive views of the volcano and the surrounding area.
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Arimura Lava Observatory
This scenic viewpoint allows you to experience Sakurajima’s dramatic volcanic landscape and views of the surrounding coast.
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Lava Nagisa Promenade & Foot Bath
Walk along a coastal promenade surrounded by volcanic scenery and enjoy the natural foot bath beside Sakurajima’s lava fields.
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Sakurajima Port
Return to Sakurajima Port to travel back to Kagoshima after exploring the volcanic island.
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Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
Return to the Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal before continuing the tour in Kagoshima.
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Sengan-en Garden
Sengan-en is a historic Japanese garden with beautiful views of Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay, offering a glimpse into Kagoshima’s history and culture.
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Marine Port Kagoshima
Return to Marine Port Kagoshima, concluding your tour of Sakurajima and Kagoshima.
What’s Included
- Japanese-speaking driver
- Private vehicle
- Highway tolls and parking fees
- Cruise port pickup and drop-off
- Downloadable English digital guidebook and audio guide
- Full refund if your cruise ship is unable to dock
- English customer support
What’s Not Included
- English-speaking guide
- Admission fees to attractions and facilities, where applicable
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
#Private Shore Excursion
Kagoshima : Sakurajima Volcano & Sengan-en Garden – 6H
Overview
Begin your private shore excursion with convenient pickup directly from Marine Port Kagoshima. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with your dedicated professional driver and discover the dramatic volcanic landscapes, history, and culture of Kagoshima at your own pace.
Travel to Kagoshima Port and take the ferry across Kinko Bay to Sakurajima, Kagoshima’s iconic active volcano. Visit the Yunohira Observatory for impressive views of Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay, then explore the unique volcanic landscape at the Arimura Lava Observatory. Continue to the Lava Nagisa Promenade and Footbath, where you can relax while enjoying views of the surrounding volcanic scenery.
After returning to Kagoshima by ferry, visit Sengan-en, a beautiful traditional Japanese garden with spectacular views of Sakurajima across Kinko Bay. Discover the history and culture of the influential Shimadzu family while exploring one of Kagoshima’s most celebrated attractions.
Before your tour, you will receive an exclusive English digital guidebook with detailed information about the itinerary and each sightseeing location. Communication with the driver will be assisted by a translation device, and pre-tour customer support is available in English.
After exploring the highlights of Sakurajima and Kagoshima, your driver will return you to Marine Port Kagoshima with the itinerary planned to leave a comfortable margin before your scheduled boarding time.
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Tour Itinerary
-
Marine Port Kagoshima
Marine Port Kagoshima is the starting point for your tour of Kagoshima and its surrounding highlights.
-
Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
This ferry terminal connects Kagoshima with Sakurajima, providing a gateway to the volcanic island.
-
Sakurajima Port
Sakurajima Port is the arrival point on Sakurajima, one of Kagoshima’s most iconic volcanic landscapes.
-
Yunohira Observatory
Located on the slopes of Sakurajima, Yunohira Observatory offers impressive views of the volcano and the surrounding area.
-
Arimura Lava Observatory
This scenic viewpoint allows you to experience Sakurajima’s dramatic volcanic landscape and views of the surrounding coast.
-
Lava Nagisa Promenade & Foot Bath
Walk along a coastal promenade surrounded by volcanic scenery and enjoy the natural foot bath beside Sakurajima’s lava fields.
-
Sakurajima Port
Return to Sakurajima Port to travel back to Kagoshima after exploring the volcanic island.
-
Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
Return to the Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal before continuing the tour in Kagoshima.
-
Sengan-en Garden
Sengan-en is a historic Japanese garden with beautiful views of Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay, offering a glimpse into Kagoshima’s history and culture.
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Marine Port Kagoshima
Return to Marine Port Kagoshima, concluding your tour of Sakurajima and Kagoshima.
Important Booking Information
Your booking is confirmed only when you receive a Booking Confirmation Email from us.
Please note that the automated booking email sent immediately after submitting your reservation does not confirm your booking.
Your credit card will be charged once your booking is confirmed.
If we are unable to confirm your booking due to availability, you will receive a full refund.
Please be sure to check your email for your booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation: Cancel at least 48 hours before your tour for a full refund.
Cruise ship unable to dock: If your ship cannot dock due to weather or a cruise operator decision, you will receive a full refund.
Within 48 hours: Changes and cancellations are reviewed individually; refunds are not guaranteed.
Contact Us
Questions about your booking, tour or pickup? Our English support team is here to help.
→Chat on WhatsApp+81 70 5284 0951 · Quick assistance→✉Send us an Emailcustomer@m-ride.jp→What’s Included
- Japanese-speaking driver
- Private vehicle
- Highway tolls and parking fees
- Cruise port pickup and drop-off
- Downloadable English digital guidebook and audio guide
- Full refund if your cruise ship is unable to dock
- English customer support
What’s Not Included
- English-speaking guide
- Admission fees to attractions and facilities, where applicable
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
Vehicle & Price Choose an available vehicle or duration option below. Passenger capacity appears in the selected booking option, and the price is for that private tour option. Learn more about Standard Car, Minivan and Large Van categories. Please ask in advance about wheelchairs, strollers or boarding assistance.
Important Booking Information
Your booking is confirmed only when you receive a Booking Confirmation Email from us.
Please note that the automated booking email sent immediately after submitting your reservation does not confirm your booking.
Your credit card will be charged once your booking is confirmed.
If we are unable to confirm your booking due to availability, you will receive a full refund.
Please be sure to check your email for your booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation: Cancel at least 48 hours before your tour for a full refund.
Cruise ship unable to dock: If your ship cannot dock due to weather or a cruise operator decision, you will receive a full refund.
Within 48 hours: Changes and cancellations are reviewed individually; refunds are not guaranteed.
Contact Us
Questions about your booking, tour or pickup? Our English support team is here to help.
→Chat on WhatsApp+81 70 5284 0951 · Quick assistance→✉Send us an Emailcustomer@m-ride.jp→View full itinerary
Tour Itinerary
-
Marine Port Kagoshima
Marine Port Kagoshima is the starting point for your tour of Kagoshima and its surrounding highlights.
-
Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
This ferry terminal connects Kagoshima with Sakurajima, providing a gateway to the volcanic island.
-
Sakurajima Port
Sakurajima Port is the arrival point on Sakurajima, one of Kagoshima’s most iconic volcanic landscapes.
-
Yunohira Observatory
Located on the slopes of Sakurajima, Yunohira Observatory offers impressive views of the volcano and the surrounding area.
-
Arimura Lava Observatory
This scenic viewpoint allows you to experience Sakurajima’s dramatic volcanic landscape and views of the surrounding coast.
-
Lava Nagisa Promenade & Foot Bath
Walk along a coastal promenade surrounded by volcanic scenery and enjoy the natural foot bath beside Sakurajima’s lava fields.
-
Sakurajima Port
Return to Sakurajima Port to travel back to Kagoshima after exploring the volcanic island.
-
Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal
Return to the Kagoshima Main Port Ferry Terminal before continuing the tour in Kagoshima.
-
Sengan-en Garden
Sengan-en is a historic Japanese garden with beautiful views of Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay, offering a glimpse into Kagoshima’s history and culture.
-
Marine Port Kagoshima
Return to Marine Port Kagoshima, concluding your tour of Sakurajima and Kagoshima.
COMPLETE YOUR RESERVATION