Tohoku Autumn Foliage Tour to Naruko Gorge and Ginzan Onsen

Overview

Explore the stunning autumn beauty of Tohoku on this day trip from Sendai. Witness the striking colors of Naruko Gorge, renowned for its vibrant foliage that transforms the landscape into a tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows. Then, wander through Ginzan Onsen, a quaint hot spring town with traditional wooden architecture and an atmosphere reminiscent of early 20th-century Japan. This tour captures the essence of Tohoku's natural and cultural heritage during the fall season. - Visit Naruko Gorge, a premier autumn foliage destination - Explore the nostalgic streets and wooden inns of Ginzan Onsen - Enjoy free time for sightseeing, shopping, and cafés - Convenient round-trip transportation from Sendai included

Itinerary

1. After meeting your tour conductor, depart from and travel approximately 100 minutes to Naruko Gorge. Known as one of Tohoku's premier autumn foliage destinations, Naruko Gorge features a dramatic ravine carved by the Oya River and surrounded by steep cliffs and forested mountains. During autumn, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange, and yellow leaves, creating one of the region's most impressive seasonal displays. Take in sweeping views of the gorge and surrounding mountains while enjoying the crisp autumn atmosphere. The scenery changes throughout the season, offering a spectacular example of Japan's fall colors. Autumn foliage is typically at its best from mid-October through early November.

   · 1 h 30 min

2. After approximately 60 minutes of travel, continue to Ginzan Onsen. This picturesque hot spring town is famous for its beautifully preserved wooden inns lining the Ginzan River. The nostalgic streetscape evokes the atmosphere of early 20th-century Japan and has become one of the country's most photographed hot spring destinations. Enjoy free time to stroll through the town at your own pace. Browse local souvenir shops, relax in a café, or visit the riverside footbath, where natural hot spring water flows beside the stream. The combination of historic architecture, mountain scenery, and seasonal colors makes Ginzan Onsen a wonderful place to experience the charm of rural Japan. Autumn foliage is typically at its best from late October through early November. After sightseeing, begin the return journey to Sendai. The journey back takes approximately 120 minutes. The tour concludes with arrival in Sendai at approximately 5:20 PM.

   · 1 h 40 min

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. A Japanese tour conductor will accompany the group and provide key information using a translation app. Please note that the tour conductor is not a tour guide and will focus on sharing essential information during the tour.
• Lunch is not included. Please purchase food at one of the stops during the tour or bring your own before departure and enjoy it on the bus.
• Delays, shortenings or omissions made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to refund.
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be contacted 5 days prior to your travel date and offered an alternative or full refund.
• According to traffic conditions etc, the order of the itinerary may be changed and the bus arrival may be delayed
• During the autumn foliage viewing season, roads and sightseeing spots might become congested and arrival to each place might be delayed. In some cases, shortenings or omissions may occur due to congestion during this time
• The best time to view autumn leaves varies depending on the weather and temperature of the season. The tour schedule is based on the condition of the autumn leaves in the past years. However, there are some cases where you are not able to enjoy the scenery as in the photo. Please note there will be no refund regardless of the conditions of the autumn leaves. If the conditions of the autumn leaves are poor, visiting times may be shortened. Typical Peak Season: Naruko Gorge: mid October to early November; Ginzan Onsen: late October to early November.
• Infant (0-2 years old) are free of charge with no arrangement
• Delays or non-participation due to public transportation delays will be subject to cancellation fees. The tour will depart at the scheduled time listed.
• Operated by Club Tourism, a leading Japanese travel company with over 70 years of experience, this high-quality tour offers a safe and reliable travel experience in Japan. Accompanied by a tour leader known for excellent hospitality, it has received high praise from travelers of many nationalities.
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 42 travelers.
• Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

Product code: 17229P316

Activity offered by Club Tourism International Inc. via Viator.