Duration

17 days – 14 nights

Distance

1700 km

Meal

14 bkf – 15 meals

Riding

13 days

Price

Starting from 4 922 € / pers

Departures

Motorcycle touring in Kyushu: An unexpected Japanese adventure

"Kyushu, my lovely paradise", Highlights

At the southern tip of the Japanese archipelago lies Kyushu, the gateway to economic and cultural exchanges with its neighboring countries. While it may attract fewer tourists, its palm trees, beaches, and vast volcanic landscapes make this Japanese riviera captivating. If you’re simply curious about Japanese culture without having to contend with crowds, and you enjoy natural spaces and beautiful panoramic roads free of traffic, then this trip will enchant you.

"Kyushu, my lovely paradise" program extracts

Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Kyushu Sake

FUKUOKA

Departure from Paris, dinner, night, and breakfast on board. Short stopover in Asia. Arrival the next day, welcome, transfer, and check-in at the hotel. Fukuoka is a beautiful city and living there is very pleasant. We have a little over a day to discover some of its secrets. Motorcycle pickup on day 3, after a good night’s sleep, much needed. In a country where driving is on the left, some guidelines will be welcome.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Beppu

BEPPU

170 km - 3h30

In the early hours, we start our first rides in Japanese style. By early afternoon, our arrival in Beppu is notably marked by the smell of sulfur and the numerous steam chimneys rising towards the sky. It’s impossible to miss the Jigokumeguri, the name given to the eight “hells” due to the spectacular and colorful appearance of the waters, reaching temperatures of nearly 85°C.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Miyzaki Amaterasu

MIYASAKI

230 km - 4h45

We leave the volcanic heights to find, near Takachiho, the spectacular remnants left by the lava flows. Eroded over time by the Gokase River, the pyroclastic flows have transformed into deep narrow gorges where lush vegetation thrives. We’ll indulge in a luxurious overnight stay in the Japanese Riviera of Miyazaki, which proudly displays its palm trees.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Kagoshima Sakurajima

KAGOSHIMA

120 km - 3h00

Once again, we alternate between highs and lows. We head towards Kagoshima, one of the southernmost cities in Kyushu. Known for its sunshine and its proximity to the Sakurajima volcano, which constantly emits smoke, it is nicknamed the “Naples of the East.” This former feudal city is mostly associated with the last samurai, Takamori Saigo, in Japanese history, and the district where he lived just 150 years ago.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Amakusa

SHIMOSHIMA

180 km - 4h00

To begin our return to the north, we will cross the Satsuma area, where traditional ceramics, usually colored with eggshell and dark patterns, have been produced for over 400 years. The stop for lunch marks the border between the main island and a whole host of islands and peninsulas. We will cross them over the next 3 days. Symbolically, the arrival on Shimoshima island represents the region of Christianity in Japan.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Nagasaki Atom Bomb Museum

NAGASAKI

100 km - 2h30

In the early morning, we discover some of the captivating places from which emerge the sulfurous waters with immense white fumaroles. We leave the “hell of Mount Unzen” for Nagasaki. Like Hiroshima, this city represents a formidable hope and fight for peace in the world. Western, captivating, moving, magical, dazzling, so many qualifiers that encourage the traveler to want to extend their stopover in this charming little town.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Yūtoku Inari-jinja

SAGA

150 km - 4h30

We continue on a few coastal roads before making a stop, in the late morning, in the Japanese capital of luxury ceramics. Depending on the regional schedule, an international hot air balloon gathering will occupy the rest of our day. Near Fukuoka, we spend our stopover in the last Ryokan.
Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-tours | Kyushu Fukuoka

PARIS

Final expenses, final moments, and it’s on this last note that this wonderful journey comes to an end. Departure for a layover in Asia and return to Paris, on the same evening. An extended layover, optionally, can be considered in Tokyo.

Distance & Itinerary: 1700 km

Available Travel packages on: "Kyushu, my lovely paradise"

Self guided tour

Starting from 4 932 € / PERSON

We reserve the plane ticket, motorbike and accommodation. At your own pace, you organize your day.

Guided group tour

Starting from 6 317 € / PERSON

We take care of your plane ticket, your motorcycle, your accommodation, your luggage and in the company of our guide, you enjoy every moment of the trip.

"Kyushu, my lovely paradise", Prices & information

Included in group packages only

The price includes

In all packages

The price does not include

Circuit: Kyushu, my lovely paradise, Options & insurance

Bike
CAT 1 (-1000CC)
CAT 2 (+1000CC)
Couple
0 €
424 €
Single
922 €
1 560 €
Single room
1 788 €
Cancellation insurance
3.0 %
Multi-risk insurance
4.5 %

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"Kyushu, my lovely paradise" Registration conditions

Formalities

For foreign citizens (No French), please refer to the authorities of your country for more information.

Accommodation

On request and under feasibility conditions, participants registering alone can group to avoid the single room supplement.

Price

The prices are applicable on the date of publication of the catalogue, for this season. They are revisable according to the regulations in force. Air Moto Tours reserves the right to cancel the trip or submit for approval, a possible fare adjustment if the minimum number of participants is not reached.

Motorcycles available on "Kyushu, my lovely paradise"

Subject to availability at time of booking

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