
Le Mount Aso is an active volcano located in the northwest of the Kumamoto region. In the centre, you will find "Aso Gogaku", central peaks made of andesite, which is composed of Mounts Taka, Naka, Neko, Eboshi and Kishima. Mount Naka’s wide crater is still active. Mount Naka is the highest summit at 1,592 m (about 5,223 feet) and has many rock climbing areas that are rare in Kyushu.
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Kyushu, land of volcanoes - 6 Jours | 5 Nuits The gateway through which various foreign influences entered Japan and a place that retains an impressive Christian heritage, Kyûshu boasts incredible cultural riches. You will also be stunned by its exceptional natural environment with volcanoes and their incredible natural emissions. You will discover the iconic landscapes of the Aso region, including the largest caldera in the world !
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Tales and adventures of Kyushu - 20 Jours | 18 Nuits
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Trip to the Mount Aso caldera Mount Aso is the largest volcano in Japan – but also one of the most active! Located in the centre of Kyûshu, Mount Aso is 1,592 metres above sea level. Its amazing caldera is the largest in the world. It is 25 km (15 miles) long and 18 km (11 miles) wide and actually contains more than 15 volcanic cones! The lunar-like scenery that you will encounter on this magical excursion will delight you! You will love the impressive palate of the earth’s moods that are brought to life by geysers, bubbling hot springs, acid blue lakes and many fumaroles! |
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Visit the main natural sites of Kyûshu Thanks to your private car with chauffeur, you will discover the most beautiful sites in Kyûshu, which are usually quite difficult to access! This way, you will have the opportunity to walk around the largest volcanic caldera in the world – Mount Aso – , admire the Sakura-jima volcano in Kagoshima and wander around the Unzen, Yufuin and Beppu Hells. Discover the age-old forests and exceptional fauna of the UNESCO World Heritage island of Yakushima and the amazing Takachiho Gorge. |
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Aso no Tsukasa Villa Park Hotel - AsoThis lovely hotel is located at the heart of the largest volcanic caldera in the world, Mount Aso. It welcomes you to its Western and Japanese-style rooms, decorated with simplicity and comfort. For your enjoyment, you can try out the large indoor swimming complex with over 16 different pools, each with its own identity. The hotel offers a choice of two delicious restaurants serving Western and Japanese food. |
* price per person "from", double base in standard room, if available at the booking time