Beppu: all 9 tours and excursions for your cruise

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Kutsuki old town with kimono wearing experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore the history and traditions of the castle town of Kitsuki during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion. Beppu, Kitsuki Town, Castle Replica, Historic Buildings & Relics, Kimono Shoppe, Kimono-WearingDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Kitsuki Town, which used to be a castle town of the domain of Kitsuki in the Ego Period. Although the castle itself is a replica, the original zonings, old buildings, and other relics remain. Upon arrival at Kitsuki...

World cruise collection: the ultimate onsen experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
(Please acknowledge the 'Important Note' section reported down below) Onsens (Natural Hot Springs) have an intrinsic part of Japanese culture since ancient times. The minerals contained in them provide different health benefits, and all hot springs are supposed to have a relaxing effect on your body and mind. Today, accompanied by an expert therapist, learn more about Onsens as well as indulge in an actual bath experience. You will also have an opportunity to sample various local...

Yufuin village & japanese hot spring experience (onsen)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the port for approximately one-hour drive to witness the Usuki Stone Buddhas, the most famous & largest such collection in Japan. There are over 60 figures and each Buddha have its own unique expression. It is believed they were made between the Heian Period (797-1192) and the Kamakura Period (1192-1333). These figures of Buddha called Magaibutsu are carved into the rock and cannot be moved. They were the first historical artifacts in Kyushu to be designated as National Treasures....

Beppu hotspring experience (onsen)

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the port for approximately one-hour drive to witness the Usuki Stone Buddhas, the most famous & largest such collection in Japan. There are over 60 figures and each Buddha have its own unique expression. It is believed they were made between the Heian Period (797-1192) and the Kamakura Period (1192-1333). These figures of Buddha called Magaibutsu are carved into the rock and cannot be moved. They were the first historical artifacts in Kyushu to be designated as National Treasures....

Usuki village & stone buddhas site

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Depart the port for approximately one-hour drive to witness the Usuki Stone Buddhas, the most famous & largest such collection in Japan. There are over 60 figures and each Buddha have its own unique expression. It is believed they were made between the Heian Period (797-1192) and the Kamakura Period (1192-1333). These figures of Buddha called Magaibutsu are carved into the rock and cannot be moved. They were the first historical artifacts in Kyushu to be designated as National Treasures....

Hot spring experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy a day of natural wonders, from Jigokus (or Hells) and an authentic Japanese hot spring experience. Drive 20 minutes to explore the Jigokus, meaning "Hells" in Japanese. Due to spewing gas, thermal mud, and boiling water that has persisted for over a thousand years, this area received "hell" as its affectionate nickname. There are 8 jigokus in total at Beppu including the cobalt blue ocean "hell," Umijigoku, and deep-red blood pond hell...

Beppu jigokumeguri - hell experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
A highlight in Beppu is to stroll in Jigokus, meaning "Hells" in Japanese. Due to Spewing gas, thermal mud, and boiling water for over 1000 years, this area has come to be known by people as "hell." There are 8 Jigokus in Beppu including the deep-red blood pond hell "Chi-no Ike Jigoku" and the cobalt blue ocean hell - "Umijigoku". Depart the pier and travel approximately 20-30 minutes to visit these two famous "Jigoku". "Chinoike...

Beppu jigokumeguri & bamboo craft experience

  • Cruise line: Silversea
A highlight in Beppu is to stroll in Jigokus, meaning "Hells" in Japanese. Due to Spewing gas, thermal mud, and boiling water for over 1000 years, this area has come to be known by people as "hell." There are 8 Jigokus in Beppu including the deep-red blood pond hell "Chi-no Ike Jigoku" and the cobalt blue ocean hell - "Umijigoku". Depart the pier and travel approximately 20-30 minutes to visit these two famous "Jigoku". "Chinoike...

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Enjoy a day of natural wonder and local craftmaking on this charming tour of Beppu and surrounding communities. Drive just 15 minutes your first stop at Beppu city, a traditional bamboo crafts center where you can learn about the tradition of bamboo making and experience it yourself. Enjoy your craft project that includes an element of bamboo making, decorating a bamboo bell out of colored bamboo sticks. Drive 20 minutes to stroll in the Jigokus, meaning "Hells"...