Goto Islands Private Tour of UNESCO Hidden Christian Sites
Explore the rich history of the Goto Islands on this private, all-inclusive tour. Journey through UNESCO-listed Hidden Christian Sites, including the stunning Egami Catholic Church and the Former Gorin Church, both masterpieces of architecture nestled within nature. Enjoy a coastal cruise to see the historic Christian Cave and the unique Harinomendo rock formation that resembles the Virgin Mary. This 8-hour excursion includes charter car and cruise, lunch, round trip ferry rides, and a knowledgeable to enrich your experience with local insights.
About this activity in Nagasaki
Includes
- Lunch
- air-conditioned vehicle
- ferry fee (fukue port ⇒ tanoura port, wakamatsu port ⇒ fukue port)
- admission fee
- english interpreter
- specialized guide for christian pilgrimages (japanese)
- chartered cruise fee
Excludes
- Expenses not mentioned
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- not recommended for pregnant travelers
- not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- weather on the ferry and open water taxi can be windy and chilly, even in summer. we recommend bringing a light windproof jacket.
- the tour involves traveling by a regular ferry and a smaller, bumpy private water taxi (chartered boat). if you are prone to seasickness, please take motion sickness medication at least 30 minutes before departure (08:45 am).
- please speak in soft whispers when inside the chapels.
- the cruise to the christian cave and harinomendo relies on safe sea conditions. if the waves are too high, the water taxi segment may be canceled or altered for safety. we appreciate your understanding.
- for lunch, you will enjoy a meal featuring the day's fresh catch. *the photo is for illustrative purposes only.
- please refrain from participating with large pieces of luggage.
- please note that you may not be able to tour the church sanctuary due to services such as mass.
- for infant children, please book at the child rate of a seat is required. if a seat is not required, there is no charge.
- as the tour involves boarding and disembarking between the boat and the shore, as well as sections that must be traversed on foot, we ask that those who are not confident in their physical mobility refrain from participating. (wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.)
- the itinerary includes a section where you will walk along a mountain path that descends for approximately 500 meters.
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