Shimabara Samurai Town & Fugen Volcano
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Port
Nagasaki, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$234.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 8 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Enjoy a scenic drive along the coastal road to the historical city of Shimabara, about 62 miles east of Nagasaki. En route, you will pass picturesque Ariake Bay and head out onto the Shimabara Peninsula.
The city flourished in the early 17th century after the construction of the magnificent Shimabara Castle. Enjoy a guided visit to the renovated castle, now open as a museum of ancient Christian history. Old swords, armor and other Edo-era items are on display.
Next, set out on a walking tour through Shimabara's Old Town and visit the Samurai District.
Lunch is served at a local restaurant.
Continue to Mizunashi Honjin. After standing dormant for more than 200 years, Fugen Volcano erupted suddenly in 1991, burying a small village and killing 48 people. At Mizunashi Honjin, you'll see the preserved ruins of some of the houses buried in mud and lava rock.
Come away from this excursion with a greater insight into Japan's history and intrigue.
Notes:
Terrain includes stairs and/or uneven surfaces.