Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This private car tour from Tsuruga Port is designed especially for cruise travelers who want to experience the very best of Fukui in one seamless journey.The itinerary combines three of Fukui’s most celebrated highlights: the world-class Dinosaur Museum, where the mysteries of ancient life come alive; the serene Eiheiji Temple, a living center of Zen practice for nearly 800 years; and Echizen Washi Village, where traditional craftsmanship continues to thrive after more than a millennium. Each site reveals a different facet of Fukui—its scientific significance, its spiritual depth, and its artisanal creativity.This tour is perfect for travelers who value both comfort and authenticity, offerin...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Vehicle
Admission Fee
Port or Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
apx. 15-25 USD per person
Itinerary
1
Tsuruga Port
Welcome to Tsuruga Port, your gateway to Fukui Prefecture. From this modern cruise terminal, we begin a comfortable private car journey to some of the region’s most remarkable cultural and natural attractions.
2
Dinosaur Station at Fukui Station
Dinosaur Station Fukui” usually refers to Fukui Station, the main railway station in Fukui Prefecture, which has become famous for its dinosaur-themed displays and animatronic dinosaurs. Fukui is known as Japan’s “Dinosaur Kingdom” because many important dinosaur fossils have been discovered in the prefecture, and the station was designed to showcase that identity.
15 minutes
3
Yokokan Garden
名勝 養浩館庭園 (Yokokan Garden) is one of Fukui's most beautiful traditional Japanese gardens. It was originally built in the Edo period as a villa and retreat for the Matsudaira family, the feudal lords of the Fukui Domain. Today it is designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty (名勝) by the Japanese government.
1 hour
4
Echizen
越前そば道場 (Echizen Soba Dojo) is a hands-on soba-making experience facility in Fukui Prefecture where visitors can learn how to make traditional Echizen Soba, one of Fukui's most famous local specialties.
2 hours
5
Echizen Washi Village
This is an option. Please let us know if you are interested in making Washi paper.
Echizen Washi Village is the birthplace of traditional Japanese handmade paper with a history spanning over 1,500 years. This craft village preserves the legacy of Echizen papermaking, where artisans continue to create high-quality washi prized by artists, calligraphers, and even emperors. At the Washi no Sato complex, you can visit workshops, galleries, and museums that showcase the beauty and versatility of washi. Hands-on experiences allow visitors to try papermaking themselves, making for a memorable souvenir. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, Echizen Washi Village offers a unique opportunity to connect with Japan’s heritage of craftsmanship and creativity.
1 hour
6
Kehi no Matsubara
気比の松原 (Kehi no Matsubara Pine Grove) is one of Japan's most famous coastal pine forests, located in the city of Tsuruga. It is recognized as one of the Three Great Pine Groves of Japan, alongside Miho no Matsubara and Niji no Matsubara.
30 minutes
7
Tsuruga
We will end of the tour at Tsuruga cruise terminal or anywhere around Tsuruga area.
This private car tour from Tsuruga Port is designed especially for cruise travelers who want to experience the very best of Fukui in one seamless journey.The itinerary combines three of Fukui’s most celebrated highlights: the world-class Dinosaur Museum, where the mysteries of ancient life come alive; the serene Eiheiji Temple, a living center of Zen practice for nearly 800 years; and Echizen Washi Village, where traditional craftsmanship continues to thrive after more than a millennium. Each site reveals a different facet of Fukui—its scientific significance, its spiritual depth, and its artisanal creativity.This tour is perfect for travelers who value both comfort and authenticity, offerin...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Vehicle
Admission Fee
Port or Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
