Private Shore Tour: Chiran Samurai Gardens from Kagoshima
In Kagoshima
From
£460
pp
6h 30 mins
Discover the charm of Chiran, often called the “Little Kyoto of Satsuma,” on this private 6.5-hour cultural journey. Travel in comfort from Kagoshima Cruise Port with your English-speaking guide and explore a peaceful town known for its Samurai heritage, WWII history, and renowned green tea.
Private tour
Pickup included
What's included
- PRIVATE_TRANSPORTATION
- Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
- Professional local English-speaking tour guide
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
What's not included
- Entrance fees (Chiran Samurai Residence - ¥530 per person extra for entrance fee
- Chiran Peace Museum - ¥500 per person extra for entrance fee)
- LUNCH
- Personal expenses.
Itinerary
- Meet your driver and begin your journey. (15 min)
- Walk through beautifully preserved Edo-period gardens, stone walls, and seasonal flowers (admission not included). (1h 30min)
- Learn the moving history of Kamikaze pilots through letters, photos, and preserved aircraft (admission not included). (1h 30min)
- Admire panoramic views of tea terraces and the iconic peak, with a chance to sample local green tea. (1h 15min)
- Optional Lunch Stop – Taste Kagoshima cuisine at a local restaurant (meal not included). (1h 0min)
- Conclude your cultural tour. (1h 0min)
Practical information
- Operated by
- taxiGo Limo Airport Service
- Travellers per booking
- 1–6
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 6 hours 30 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.