Mc Gregor...Private Tour Kagoshima Highlights: Volcano, Garden and Local Flavor
Tour Times: 9:00 AM
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Overview
Your journey begins at the port, where you set out to witness the dramatic beauty of Sakurajima, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. From the Karasujima Observatory, you’ll enjoy a safe yet breathtaking vantage point, gazing across the bay at its constantly smoking peak.
Continuing into Kagoshima’s rich food culture, you’ll visit the Kakuda Vinegar Brewery. Here, you’ll learn about the region’s famous sweet potato shochu and its unique derivative - aged black vinegar, or kurozu—celebrated for its mellow flavor and health benefits.
Afterward, savour local delicacies with a traditional Japanese lunch, sampling regional specialties and seasonal treats for an authentic taste of the area.
The afternoon brings you to Sengan-en Garden, a stunning feudal-era landscape designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Strolling its paths, ponds, and shrines, you’ll find the dramatic backdrop of Sakurajima Volcano perfectly framing the scenery across Kinko Bay.
Your day concludes in the vibrant heart of downtown Kagoshima at Tenmonkan Shopping Street. This vast covered arcade offers everything from local specialties and fashion to inviting restaurants, where you can try Kagoshima’s famed Kurobuta black pork cuisine before returning to the port.
Sample Itinerary
- Start from port
- Sakurajima Volcano & Karasujima Observatory
- Kakuda Vinegar Brewery
- Lunch – savour local delicacies
- Sengan-en Garden
- Tenmonkan Shopping Street
- Return to port
*Please note the order of the itinerary can change.
What's Included
- Air Conditioned Transportation
- English speaking guide
- Sakurajima Volcano
- Karasujima Observatory
- Kakulda Vinegar Brewery
- Sengaen Garden
- Tenmongai Shopping Street
- Lunch Bento Box
Considerations
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Additional food and drinks are not included
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
Special Instructions
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear
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Please note this tour needs to be booked well in advance, there is a lack of English speaking guides in Japan.
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Price Info
Mc Gregor...Private Tour Kagoshima Highlights: Volcano, Garden and Local Flavor
Per person - Based on 4 passengers
USD $ 746.00
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