Kashima, Shimanami Kaido, & Kurushima Strait Private Car Tour
- Kashima is located off the Hojo Sea in Matsuyama City. It is a small island with a circumference of about 1.5 kilometers. It is famous for its wild deer (it takes about 5 minutes to take a ferry)
- The Kurushima Strait is one of the three fastest tidal currents in Japan. Here you can feel the shock of the tidal current up close! You can also look up at the world's first triple suspension bridge "Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge" from the sea, which is magnificent and amazing (Kurushima Kaikyo sightseeing boats need to be booked in advance, and the sailing time is about 50 minutes)
- Road Station Yoshimi Vitality Hall is located in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, and you can enjoy the spectacular view of the "Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge". The hall provides seafood barbecue and restaurants, serving fresh seafood dishes, and also sells local specialties such as citrus and various seafood, which is very suitable for buying souvenirs
- Kameroyama Observatory is located in the "Kameroyama Observatory Park" at the southern end of Oshima Island in Imabari City. It was designed by the famous architect Kengo Kuma. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the "Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge" and the surging strait. When the weather is clear, you can even see the highest peak in western Japan, Mt. Ishizuchi, which is one of the most amazing attractions on the entire Shimanami Kaido
- Charter service, you can choose to meet at JR Matsuyama Station by yourself, or hotel pick-up service
Options
[Group Tour] One-day Tour with Small Car
Inclusions
Admission to: Round trip ferry ticket to Kashima Island
Japanese-speaking professional driver/guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Toll fees
Parking fees
Fuel fees
Exclusions
Admission to Kurushima Strait Sightseeing Cruise Ticket
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Free for children aged 0-2
Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Please be responsible for your personal belongings. Klook / the operator will not be held liable for any lost belongings during the trip
The amount of luggage that can be accommodated varies depending on the type of vehicle. A regular car (5 seats) can accommodate about 2 pieces of luggage, while a luxury car (10 seats) can accommodate about 5 pieces of luggage.
Due to seasonal and weather changes, please prepare your own items for cold, heat or rainy days
This product has a Japanese-speaking driver and does not provide detailed sightseeing guides. If necessary, you can use a mobile translation app to communicate
The type of vehicle used will vary depending on the number of passengers
If you need to extend the use of the car (more than 7 hours) due to traffic congestion caused by traffic regulations or natural factors, you will need to pay the driver an additional fee on site.
Regarding the additional fees for extended use of the car and the payment method (cash, credit cards: VISA, MASTER, etc. are accepted), for example: 3,500 yen/30 minutes, or XX yen per kilometer. The price will vary depending on the type of car. The exact amount will be notified by the driver.
Please note that if you use a route other than this one, you may be charged a time-based fare or a distance-based surcharge.
Some facilities may be closed on certain days, so please check in advance.
This activity only accepts online reservations, all relevant information will be provided via email
If there are no special circumstances, the driver will not contact you proactively or in advance
Due to traffic conditions or weather conditions on the day, the itinerary sequence, departure or arrival time and stay time may be changed
If you miss the public transportation connection due to being late, the transportation and accommodation fees will be borne by the guest.
If the event is cancelled, you will be notified by phone or email. If no notification is received, the event will be deemed to be held as normal.
Delays or failure to attend due to transportation delays, etc. will be deemed as cancellation and will be subject to cancellation fees.
If the tour is cancelled due to bad weather such as typhoons, you will be notified by email and a full refund will be given
The pictures of scenic spots are for reference only.
Passenger capacity: 4 passengers excluding the driver
Passenger capacity: 9 passengers excluding the driver
Luggage allowance: 1 pieces of standard-sized luggages
What's included in Kashima, Shimanami Kaido, & Kurushima Strait Private Car Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at 09:10. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. If you choose to meet at JR Matsuyama Station, a driver holding an "EASY GO" sign will greet you on the day. It is recommended to arrive at the meeting point 5-10 minutes early�.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- Departure: Get picked up at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The pick-up area is limited to 7 kilometers from JR Matsuyama Station. On the day, a driver holding an "EASY GO" sign will greet you..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- [Attraction/experience] 09:55, 1 hour(s) 15 min(s), Self-guided, Kashima, Take a cruise ship from Hojo Port (ferry waiting area) to Kashima, the boat ride takes about 5 minutes. The ticket is a round trip ticket, and the driver will not accompany you on board. It is recommended that you take the return boat at 11:03, please be sure to abide by the time to avoid affecting the subsequent itinerary
- [Attraction/experience] 11:55, 2 hour(s) 15 min(s), Self-guided, Roadside Station Yoshiumi Iki-iki-kan, You can choose to join the "Kurushima Strait Cruise" departing at 12:30 (reservation required), or experience cycling (extra charge required) to fully enjoy the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea. It is also recommended to use this time to freely enjoy seafood BBQ or other food (※Meals are at your own expense and are not included in the itinerary)
- [Transportation] By car
- [Attraction/experience] 14:25, 25 min(s), Self-guided, Guilaoshan Observation Park, "The most beautiful view of Shimanami Kaido" - Kameiroyama Observatory Park: Enjoy the ultimate beauty of the bridge, sea, mountains and sky!
- [Return] 16:10, Shuttle included
- [Return] 16:10, at JR Matsuyama Station, The trip is expected to end at 16:10
Our Favourites
**Start from Matsuyama and go deep into the beautiful secrets of Setouchi! ** Wild deer, spectacular sea bridge, and whirlpool wonders in a satisfying private charter trip
Are you ready for a small adventure full of surprises in the Setouchi Inland Sea?
This 7-hour charter trip will take you into the most charming scenery of Ehime Prefecture, from the "Kashima" where cute wild deer swim leisurely, to the "Kurushima Strait" where the magnificent sea bridge and the tide intertwine, to the "Kameiroyama Observatory" where you can overlook the entire sea world, each stop is amazing!
Kashima: A gentle encounter with wild deer Climb on this fairy-tale island, which is only 1.5 kilometers in circumference, but it breeds free wild deer. Strolling on the island, you will pass by deer from time to time. Remember to nod and say hello to them when you meet them!
Kurushima Strait: Japan's most spectacular marine wonder Take a boat to sail on the Kurushima Strait, one of the three fastest tidal currents in Japan, and if you are lucky, you can also witness the shocking "whirlpool tide". Looking up, the world's first three-link suspension bridge, the Kurushima Strait Bridge, spans the sky like a dream, and the sea and sky are one color
Road Station Yoshikai Vitality Hall: A journey of taste buds in Setouchi Stop for a while and take a break at the popular local food station. The sweet and juicy seafood barbecue, seasonal citrus and specialty small items not only satisfy the taste buds, but also extend the travel memory into fragrance and memories
Kameoyama Observatory: 360-degree extreme view Finally, climb the observatory designed by the famous architect Kengo Kuma to see the magnificent scenery of the Setouchi Islands, Kurushima Bridge and Ishizuchi Mountain
**Why choose a private car? ** No longer worry about transportation transfers and time pressure, you and your friends and family can travel slowly, take pictures, stay, and savor every moment of the scenery. This is the most comfortable, pleasant and local way to explore
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Venues
- Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge
