Fukuoka: all 14 tours and excursions for your cruise

Explore Fukuoaka at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Fukuoka City Orientation, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Kyushu National...

Explore Fukuoaka at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Fukuoka City Orientation, Fukuoka TowerNote Please note:...

Explore Fukuoaka at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Fukuoka City Orientation, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Kyushu National...

Explore Fukuoaka at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Fukuoka City Orientation, Fukuoka TowerNote Please note:...

Departing your ship, you will head to the Hakata City Hall (approximately 30min drive) to take the local subway. During this walking tour we are going to visit three very important shrines. Jotenji Temple. It's famous for its stone monuments. This temple was founded by a monk who studied in China with the support from Hakata merchants in 1241. Tochoji Temple,  was built in the early ninth century by the famous Buddhist priest Kukai (Kobo Daishi) after his return from China. Its name means...

Departing the pier and commence the approximately 70minutes drive to Nakazato Taroemon Kiln. The Karatsu-yaki ware is one of the Japan's three great tea ceramics along with the Raku-yaki ware and Hagi-yaki ware. Fondly named Chato, literally tea ceramics, Karatsu-yaki ware has been loved by masters of the tea ceremony from ancient times. The Karatsu-yaki ware is believed to begin in Mount Kishidake adjacent to Kitahata in Karatsu. After a guided visit to this ceramic factory and museum, re-board...

IMPORTANT NOTE:Daizafu Tenmangu's main hall is undergoing major renovations from May 2023 until around 2026. However, a unique temporary offering hall with grass and trees on its roof was built to serve visitors during the renovation period. Depart the pier for the approximate 40-minute drive to the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are...

Board your coach and commence the approximately 70 minutes journey to Former Takatori House. This structure is the former home of Koreyoshi Takatori (1850 - 1927), a successful coal baron. This residence is a National Important Cultural Property and is an important structure teaching visitors about the period when Karatsu flourished as a coal producing area. Visitors to the Takatori House can see a structure with an exquisite design complete with a restored Western-style room with a plaster ceiling,...

Your tour begins with an approximately 30-min drive to the Hakata Station. Upon arrival, board the high-speed Shinkansen bullet train for approx. 15-minute ride to Kokura, then board a coach and drive to the Furoshiki Wrapping Experience. Furoshiki is a Japanese traditional wrapping cloth that can be used to carry gifts, clothes, and other goods. Since it can be used for multiple purposes and can replace plastic bags, furoshiki is considered very eco-friendly. Enjoy learning how to use this traditional...

This soul-food hop offers an immersion into Fukuoka's heart, where traditions continue to evolve, one bite and sip at a time. The Experience This 2.5-hour walking tour begins at a modern-classic kakuuchi – a standing bar born from Kyushu's working-class roots. In this laid-back setting, beloved by locals for its unfussy charm, you'll rub elbows with Fukuokans while sipping sake with local seafood specialties. Weaving through the city’s vibrant streets, the enticing aroma...

Depart the pier for the approximate 40-minute drive to the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are dedicated to the spirit of Sugawara Michizane, a scholar and politician of the Heian Period. Because of his great learning, Michizane has been associated with Tenjin, a Shinto deity of education, and is popular among students. A wide range of good...

IMPORTANT NOTE:Daizafu Tenmangu's main hall is undergoing major renovations from May 2023 until around 2026. However, a unique temporary offering hall with grass and trees on its roof was built to serve visitors during the renovation period. Depart the pier for the approximate 40-minute drive to the Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. Among the hundreds of Tenmangu Shrines throughout Japan, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is the most important one alongside Kyoto's Kitano Tenmangu. Tenmangu Shrines are...

This thoughtfully curated half-day itinerary offers a perfect balance of nature, history, and culture. From the serene beauty of Ohori Park to the sacred allure of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, every moment promises to leave you with lasting memories of Fukuoka’s charm and heritage.Welcome Aboard: Your Journey BeginsUpon disembarkation, board your coach and commence your half-day exploration of Fukuoka's major highlights. Your adventure begins with a short 20-minute transfer from the ship...

Experience a ride on Japan's famous Shinkansen or Bullet Train to the ancient feudal castle town of Kokura and visit the town's most famous sites, Kokura Castle and Japanese style gardens. For centuries Kokura has enjoyed a prominent location guarding the Straits of Shimonoseki, which has greatly advanced the prosperity of the town. Bullet Train Ride From the pier, a 30-minute transfer will bring you to the Hakata Station. Here, board the Bullet Train, known not only for high speed butalso for its...