Beppu Nature and Hot Spring Nordic Walking Tour with Local Lunch

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About this activity

Experience the serene beauty of Beppu on this private wellness tour designed for cruise passengers and city guests. Begin your adventure with a scenic ropeway ride to Mt. Tsurumi, where stunning views of Beppu Bay await. Enjoy a gentle Nordic walking session at the summit, suitable for all fitness levels. Following your descent, savor a delicious lunch of your choice, from ramen to sushi. In the afternoon, explore the charming Kannawa Onsen area, visiting iconic hot springs like Umi Jigoku and enjoying local street food delights. This tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation, all while traveling in comfort.

Private tour with convenient pickup and drop-off at Beppu Port, Station, or your hotel.
Scenic ropeway ride and relaxing Nordic walking suitable for everyone.
Choose from ramen, tempura, or sushi for a delightful local lunch.
Explore famous hot springs and enjoy local delicacies in Kannawa Onsen area.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: NAHO Wellness Tour Guide

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch: Ramen – Local favorite ramen shop (closed on Tuesdays) Tempura Rice Bowl (Tendon) – (closed Wed/Thu) Sushi – Casual and fresh Japanese sushi experience
Included: Private transportation: The round-trip ropeway ticket is included in the tour price.
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Snacks: “jigoku-mushi” pork buns

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min Admission included

Your guide will purchase the tickets and accompany you all the way to the top.
Mt. Tsurumi

45 min

After getting off the ropeway, we’ll start with a simple Nordic walking lesson, and then your guide will lead you on a relaxing walk to the summit of Mt. Tsurumi.

Along the way, we’ll stop at scenic viewpoints where you can enjoy amazing views over Beppu Bay.
Stop 3

Passing by

After that, we’ll take the ropeway back down and head out for lunch.

Please choose one of the following options:

A : Ramen – Local favorite ramen shop (closed on Tuesdays)

B : Tempura Rice Bowl (Tendon) – Famous long-established restaurant (closed Wed/Thu)

C : Sushi – Casual and fresh Japanese sushi experience
Umi Jigoku

30 min Admission included

Umi Jigoku (Sea Hell) is the largest hot spring among Beppu’s famous “Hells.”

It features a beautiful cobalt-blue pond and is designated as a national scenic spot. Despite its calm appearance, the water temperature reaches around 98°C (208°F)! It was formed about 1,200 years ago by the eruption of Mt. Tsurumi.
Stop 5

30 min Admission included

Kamado Jigoku is a unique spot where you can experience several different types of hot springs all in one place.

From bubbling mud pools to bright blue waters and even mysterious ponds that change color depending on the weather, it’s full of variety and surprises.
Stop 6

Passing by

Miyuki-zaka Street is a charming walking path through the heart of the Kannawa Onsen area.

It’s the main route of the “Hell Tour,” lined with local attractions, shops, and traditional hot spring facilities.
Stop 7

5 min

Enjoy a breathtaking viewpoint where you can see steam rising from Kannawa Onsen, with Mt. Tsurumi and Mt. Ogi in the background.
Stop 8

5 min Admission included

We’ll also stop by a popular handmade pork bun shop, started by local women in 2002.

Their specialty is “jigoku-mushi” pork buns, steamed using natural hot spring steam—super tasty and unique!
Stop 9

5 min

Yumetake is an eco-friendly cooling system developed at Hyotan Onsen in Beppu.

It uses bamboo branches to naturally cool down hot spring water that’s nearly 100°C (212°F), bringing it to a comfortable bathing temperature of around 47°C (117°F)—without adding any water.
Jigokumushikobo Kannawa

15 min

You can also relax your feet at a nearby foot bath at Ideyu-zaka Pocket Park.

Don’t worry—your guide will provide towels.
Stop 11

10 min

This area is considered one of the most beautiful scenic spots in Japan, ranked No.2 nationwide (after Mt. Fuji) in a special NHK feature on landscapes to preserve for the 21st century.