Mini Mini Trip
Kyushu, Japan
Private Bus Tour

Private Bus Tour · 7+ Guests

Kyushu Private Tour
7 Nights 8 Days

Fukuoka · Nagasaki · Saga · Kumamoto · Oita

This private group tour is ideal for groups of seven or more and takes you through the highlights of Kyushu. Travel in comfort on a private tour bus with an experienced guide, visiting the historic streets of Nagasaki, the steaming vents of Unzen, the vermillion gates of Yutoku Inari, the volcanic grandeur of Mount Aso, the hot springs of Beppu, and the scholarly shrine of Dazaifu.

Pricing varies by group size — see full table below. Choose breakfast only or full board, and select from upper 3-star, budget 3-star, or 4-star hotels, all conveniently located in central areas.
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How the days unfold

Day 1
Welcome
Airport Welcome

Our guide will meet you at Fukuoka Airport and take you to the hotel.

Day 2
Nagasaki, Unzen
Shimabara Castle

A five-story white castle originally built in the early 1600s, known for its impressive stone walls and wide moats. Today it serves as a museum featuring local history, Christian heritage, and samurai culture, with views of Mt. Unzen and Ariake Bay.

Shimabara Castle
Hotel Check-in

Hotel check-in in Unzen Onsen.

Unzen Jigoku

The "Unzen Hell," a steaming geothermal area with sulfur vents, hot springs, and bubbling mud pools in Unzen National Park. Visitors can walk along the paths, enjoy footbaths, and learn about the site's history, including Christian martyrdom in the 17th century.

Unzen Jigoku
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Hot Spring Town Walk

Enjoy a walk through the hot spring town.

Day 3
Nagasaki
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum

Educates visitors about the devastation caused by the atomic bombing in 1945 through photos, artifacts, and personal stories. It promotes peace and remembrance and is located near Nagasaki's city center.

Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
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Peace Park

Commemorates the victims of the atomic bomb dropped in 1945. It features the iconic Peace Statue symbolizing hope for world peace.

Peace Park
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Glover Garden

An open-air museum showcasing Western-style mansions from the Meiji era. It offers beautiful views of Nagasaki Harbor and historical insights into foreign residents' lives.

Glover Garden
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Oura Church

The oldest wooden Christian church in Japan, built in 1864. It is a designated National Treasure and symbolizes the history of Christianity in Nagasaki.

Oura Church
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Dejima

A small, man-made island in Nagasaki Bay used as the only Dutch trading post during Japan's Edo period. It served as Japan's window to the Western world for over 200 years.

Dejima
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Day 4
Saga, Kumamoto
Yutoku Inari Shrine

One of Japan's top three Inari shrines, famous for its vibrant red gates and hillside location. It attracts many visitors who come to pray for prosperity and success.

Yutoku Inari Shrine
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Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza

An interactive museum where visitors can explore the history of Kumamoto through virtual experiences and exhibits, including trying on samurai armor and viewing castle models.

Kumamoto Castle Museum Wakuwakuza
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Day 5
Kumamoto, Oita
Kusasenrigahama

A vast grassland located in the Aso caldera, offering stunning views of Mount Aso and its active volcanic peaks. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, horseback riding, and seasonal scenery.

Kusasenrigahama
Mount Aso Crater

One of the world's largest active volcanic craters, with dramatic landscapes shaped by frequent eruptions. Visitors can often view the steaming crater up close, depending on volcanic activity conditions.

Mount Aso Crater
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Daikanbo

A famous viewpoint on the northern rim of Aso Caldera, offering stunning 360° views of Mount Aso's five peaks. Well known for its "sea of clouds" scenes in autumn and winter mornings.

Daikanbo
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Yufuin

A charming hot spring town in Oita Prefecture, famous for its peaceful atmosphere and views of Mount Yufu. Visitors enjoy walking through its quaint streets and exploring local art galleries.

Yufuin
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Sagiri-dai Observatory

A popular viewpoint in Yufu offering panoramic views of Yufuin Basin and Mount Yufu. Famous for its stunning "sea of clouds" that appear on autumn and winter mornings.

Sagiri-dai Observatory
Day 6
Beppu
Beppu Ropeway

A scenic cable car that takes visitors up Mount Tsurumi, offering panoramic views of Beppu Bay and the surrounding mountains, plus hiking trails and seasonal flowers at the summit.

Beppu Ropeway
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Jigoku Meguri

The "Hell Tour," a popular attraction featuring unique hot springs with boiling water, mud, and steam in dramatic colours, including the blue Umi Jigoku and red Chinoike Jigoku.

Jigoku Meguri
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Jigoku Mushi Kobo

A unique spot where visitors steam their own food using natural hot spring steam at 98°C, cooking vegetables, seafood, and eggs in this traditional "hell-steaming" style, with free footbaths.

Jigoku Mushi Kobo
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Day 7
Dazaifu
Dazaifu Tenmangu Omotesando

A lively shopping street leading to the shrine, lined with souvenir shops, cafés, and local snacks like umegae-mochi. It's also home to a unique Starbucks designed by Kengo Kuma, blending traditional and modern architecture.

Dazaifu Tenmangu Omotesando
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Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

A historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning and scholarship. Surrounded by plum trees and traditional architecture, it attracts many students who come to pray for academic success.

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine
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Fukuoka Tower

Japan's tallest seaside tower at 234 meters, offering 360° panoramic views of Fukuoka City and Hakata Bay, with observation decks, seasonal light shows, and a "Lover's Sanctuary" for couples.

Fukuoka Tower
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Day 8
Departure
Departure Day

We will meet at the hotel and go to Fukuoka Airport.

What's included

What's included and excluded in this package

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Included
  • Hotel rooms (double or twin, shared for 2 people)
  • Private bus or van with driver
  • Transportation included in the itinerary (private bus, Shinkansen)
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • All admission fees of destinations mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meal plan: BB = breakfast only (half board and full board available for an additional charge)
Not included
  • Round-trip airfare from your country to Japan
  • Overseas travel insurance
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Drinks for lunch and dinner
  • Any transportation costs not covered in the itinerary
  • Emergency medical expenses
  • Other personal expenses

Tour package details

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Rates below are for Upper 3-star hotel with bus, BB (JPY), incl. 10% tax

Number of PAX Per Person
7463,320
8419,540
9386,320
10358,160
11340,340
12324,720
14295,460
16287,980
18269,060
20254,540
22243,650
24232,320
26228,690
28219,560
30212,630
Single room use option (upper 3-star) ¥70,400
Lunch add-on, per meal ¥1,500 – ¥3,000
Dinner add-on, per meal ¥3,500 – ¥8,000
Disclaimer

Please note that due to weather and traffic conditions, there is a possibility that some sightseeing spots may be skipped.

Reservation & cancellation

Everything you need to know about booking, payment, and our cancellation policy. Tap a section below to expand it.

Tour booking

For inquiries and reservations, please contact us at business@miniminitrip.jp, or visit our inquiry page.

Please purchase your flight tickets first. Book the tour at least 60 days in advance with a deposit of 10%. You will need a copy of your flight information to book the tour.

If you need a visa to enter Japan, please obtain it from the Japanese embassy and show us a copy when you book the tour.

The remaining balance should be paid at least 30 days prior to departure, otherwise your tour is automatically cancelled.

Please send a copy of your passport along with your contact information, phone number, address and flight information. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return and have at least 2 blank pages available for visa application.

Cancellation policy

  • From the time of booking until 1 month before departure: 10% of the total fee
  • From 1 month to 1 week before departure: 50% of the total fee
  • Within 1 week of departure: 100% of the total fee

Visa application

Japan has visa exemption arrangements for 71 countries/regions. Please check the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (click here). If your country or region is not included in the list, please refer to the website of the embassy of Japan in your country or region.