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Beppu Guided Private City Tour with Transport

A private five-hour car tour of Beppu, where you choose three or four stops from the hells, the Takasakiyama monkeys, viewpoints and a private onsen.

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Duration
5 hr
From pickup or the meeting point and back
Your call needs
7+ hours
Incl. getting ashore and the hour before all-aboard
Price
From US$519 per group
Free cancellation 24h ahead · as of 26 Sep 2026
Group
Private · up to 8
Pickup arranged on booking
Why it is on this site
  • The car takes you straight to the Kannawa hells cluster, 15-20 minutes from the port, and the operator says the car reaches places standard tours often miss.
  • Options include Chinoike and Umi Jigoku, the Kannawa steam district, Takasakiyama's wild macaques, two viewpoints and a bath at Hyotan Onsen.
  • Priced per group; fuel, tolls and parking are included; 13 reviews average 5.0.
Best for

A small group that wants the hells plus one or two extras without waiting for hourly buses.

Think twice if

Admissions to the hells, the monkey park and Hyotan Onsen, plus towels and meals, are all extra. The pickup list names hotels, not the port, so confirm pier pickup. The hells alone are easy by taxi or the route 20 bus.

What the operator lists

The day, stop by stop

  1. Chinoike Jigoku · 30 minVisit Chinoike Jigoku, Japan's oldest "Hell," famous for its striking red, bubbling waters. The vibrant color comes from iron-rich clay. Find unique souvenirs made from its distinct red mud.
  2. Yukemuri Observatory · 10 minAscend to Yukemuri Observatory for breathtaking panoramic views of Beppu city. Witness the iconic plumes of steam rising against the backdrop of mountains and the bay – a perfect photo opportunity.
  3. Umi Jigoku · 30 minDiscover Umi Jigoku, the most beautiful of Beppu's "Hells." Marvel at its stunning, boiling cobalt-blue waters, resembling a vast sea. Explore its picturesque garden and unique amenities.
  4. Kannawa Onsen · 30 minStroll through Kannawa, a charming, historic hot spring district. Experience the unique atmosphere where steam constantly rises from every corner, and sample local delights steamed by geothermal heat.
  5. Takasakiyama Natural Zoo · 40 minEncounter over 1,000 wild Japanese macaque monkeys roaming freely at Takasakiyama Natural Zoological Garden. Observe their natural behaviors up close in a mountain setting.
  6. Jumonjibaru Observation Deck · 10 minEnjoy expansive, elevated views of Beppu city, the vast Beppu Bay, and beyond from Jumonjibaru Observatory. It offers a different, sweeping perspective of the region.
  7. Hyotan Hot Springs · 1 hr 30 minIndulge in ultimate relaxation with a Onsen Experience. Enjoy a secluded, traditional Japanese hot spring bath designed for tranquility and rejuvenation. Private bath (optional arrangement)
Included
  • Customized plan as per your requests. Up to 3-4 attraction from the listed attactions.
  • English Speaking Local Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel, Highway, Parking fee as an agreed itinerary.
Not included
  • Meals & Drinks NOT Included
  • Admission to Hells (per facility)
  • Admission to Mt.Takasaki Zoological Park
  • Admission to Hyotan Onsen
  • Towels rental at Hyotan onsen

Guide languages: English, Japanese. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by Kyushu Immersion.

Where it takes you

What you will see

Our own guides to the stops — so you know what you are booking before you book it.

~4h circuit

The Hells of Kannawa

Cobalt ponds, blood-red pools, a geyser on a timer — seven volcanic "hells" you view, not bathe in.

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Check dates and book

Booked through Viator (a Tripadvisor company). There is rarely a tour desk at the pier, so book before you sail.

Beppu Guided Private City Tour with Transport5.0★ · 13 reviews · Private · up to 8From US$519 per groupCheck dates →

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Quick answers

Before you book

Is the Beppu Guided Private City Tour with Transport worth it from the Beppu cruise port?

A private five-hour car tour of Beppu, where you choose three or four stops from the hells, the Takasakiyama monkeys, viewpoints and a private onsen. Best for: A small group that wants the hells plus one or two extras without waiting for hourly buses.

How long a port call do I need for this tour?

About 7 hours. The tour runs 5 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free.

Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?

The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What should I know before booking?

Admissions to the hells, the monkey park and Hyotan Onsen, plus towels and meals, are all extra. The pickup list names hotels, not the port, so confirm pier pickup. The hells alone are easy by taxi or the route 20 bus.

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