Excursion Landscapes of kagoshima tour at Kagoshima

Explore the highlights of Japan's 'Southern Gateway' via land and water during this scenic sightseeing excursion to Kagoshima and its environs.

Iso Gardens and La Maison Goten

Depart the pier for the approximate 40-minute drive to the 17th-century Iso Gardens, or 'Senganen'. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of the exquisite gardens. The gardens feature beautiful flowers, rock pools, small bridges and shrines, and offer splendid vistas of the sea, the Sakurajima Volcano and the city of Kagoshima. An interior visit is also made to La Maison "GOTEN", which was once used as the main residence of the head of the Shimadzu family and as a guest house, to which domestic and foreign dignitaries were invited. The beautiful decorations inside the residence, as well as the living room where the garden can be seen at its most beautiful, and audience room are highlights of this house.

Sakurajima and Arimura Point

Next, re-board your coach and drive to the Kagoshima Ferry Port and embark a ferry for the brief ride to Sakurajima. Upon arrival, disembark the ferry and drive to Arimura Point. Here, a visit is made to the Arimura Observatory for a spectacular view of Mt. Sakura, which rises over 3000 feet (1000 metres) above the waters of Kagoshima Bay. The volcano has had over 30 major eruptions in recorded history and is still experiencing minor eruptions almost daily.

Kagoshima

Following your visit to Arimura Point, re-board your coach for the return drive to the Sakurajima Ferry Port and embark a ferry for the ride back to Kagoshima.

Your tour concludes with an approximate 45-minute transfer back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Kagoshima, Iso Gardens, La Maison Goten, Sakurajima Island, Arimura Observatory, Mt. Sakura

Note

This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.9 miles (about 1.5 kilometres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 100 steps or a steep slope at Arimura Point, slopes, 50 steps and gravel surfaces at the Iso Garden and 20 steps to embark/disembark the ferry. Ferry is not exclusive to Silversea guests. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing, sun protection and sunglasses to protect your eyes from ash particles that may be present. Guests are required to take off shoes to visit La Maison "GOTEN". The tour sequence may vary. Japanese yen is required for any purchases: guests are advised to exchange money at the airport prior the cruise. Local Tour Guides tend to have a strong accent therefore we urge flexibility.  The duration of the tour may vary depending on the docking position.