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Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

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Immerse yourself in the uncharted beauty of Japan’s lesser-known islands. Experience the tranquility of Amami Oshima, the ancient forests of Yakushima, or the underwater wonders around Ishigaki. These exclusive tours showcase the rich culture and stunning landscapes far from the tourist trails.
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This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping.
Arriving at Fukue Port at 8:15 AM. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arriving day.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Late-Night
8.5 - 10.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Recently booked 4 times!
Enjoy early bird discounts up to 30 days in advance!
Explore Taketomi Island villages by water buffalo cart! Enjoy a relaxing free time as well
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Afternoon
2 - 3 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Recently booked 2 times!
Enjoy Special Early Booking Discounts Up to 30 Days in Advance
Tour Iriomote, Yubu, and Taketomi Islands Efficiently in One Day
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Experiencing nature at the popular spot mangrove forest by kayaking
A fulfilling day where you can also snorkel in the Blue Cave
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
Daily
Area: Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Enjoy Early Bird Discounts with Bookings Made 30 Days in Advance
Explore Popular Iriomote and Yubu Islands in a Relaxed Half-Day Tour
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
Daily
Area: Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Book 30 Days in Advance for Early Bird Discount!
Efficiently Explore Ishigaki and Taketomi Islands
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
Daily
Area: Ishigaki/Yaeyama
Choose canyoning or Barras Island snorkeling for an additional activity
Canyoning: Many impressive waterfalls, slide and jump in the natural playground
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
6.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Iriomote_island
This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping.
Arriving at Ojika port at 4:40 am. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arrival day.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Late-Night
5.5 hour(s) - 2 day
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping.
Arriving at Aokata port at 5:40am. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arrival day.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Late-Night
6.5 hour(s) - 2 day
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Advance ferry ticket reservation between Fukue Island and Ojika Island
Just show your e-voucher at reception desk and get your boarding ticket
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Late-Night
3.5 - 4 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Advance ferry ticket reservation between Fukue Island and Kamigoto
Ferry TAIKO is the best way for island hopping in the Goto Islands
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
2.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Try SUP at Ohama Beach where the water is clear and shallow!
There will be a safety and basic operation lecture about SUP.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Experience kayaking in the clear, shallow and calm Ohama Beach!
Safety and basic lectures about kayaking are provided, even for those new to kayaking.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Advance ferry ticket reservation between Ojika Island and Kamigoto
Ferry TAIKO is the best way for island hopping in the Goto Islands
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Late-Night
1.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping.
Arriving at Naru port at 7:25 am. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arrival day.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Late-Night
10 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
This is an overnight ferry that arrives in the Goto Islands while sleeping.
Arriving at Ukudaira port at 3:55am. You can maximize your time for sightseeing on the arrival day.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Late-Night
4.5 hour(s) - 2 day
Daily
Area: Goto Islands
Encounter Sea Turtles with a 99% Success Rate!
Enjoy Beach Entry Snorkeling, Perfect for Beginners
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Miyako Island
Starry Sky Photos Under a Full Starry Night! Includes Data and Retouching Fees
Snap Cute Photos with Wings for Perfect Social Media Posts
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Daily
Area: Miyako Island
Enjoy the sea of Miyako Island with snorkeling and SUP or canoeing
If you're lucky, you might be able to meet sea turtles while snorkeling
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3 - 6 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Miyako Island
Experience Harvesting and Tasting Freshly Squeezed Sugarcane Juice by Hand!
Receive Photos of Your Experience and a Bottle of Sugarcane Juice as Gifts
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
2.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Miyako Island
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Latest reviews of Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands

Very interesting and enjoyable

2024/11/28 Couples ccritten

Very well organised. It was a good way to see three islands in a day with the option of spending more or less time walking around Taketomi. The lunch was good too. Perhaps critical information such as the time to reassem... more

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Iriomote Mangrove Canoe or SUP Tour with an Additional Activity

Canoeing in a beautiful mangrove and canyoning in an amazing river.

2024/10/23 Solo Travelers Fab

The day was windy and we had to fight against the wind in the widest place of the mangrove but nothing too difficult. A little bit of rain at some times. All in all you it helped you feel the nature. The guide gave us wo... more

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Ishigaki and Taketomi Full-Day Island Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide

Wonderful trip!

2017/11/11 Solo Travelers Liat

Winderful trip! Well organized with friendly and professional staff!

Ishigaki and Taketomi Full-Day Island Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide

Happy day in ishigaka and taketomi

2017/05/05 Couples Daymond & Carol

Good service and arrangement. The buffalo well trained, perfect!

Ishigaki and Taketomi Full-Day Island Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide

Good for first timers

2015/03/03 Solo Travelers Anonymous

I booked the tour because it was my first time in the Yaeyamas. I liked that the two tours were kind of separate. On Ishigaki Island the tour guide was chatty and sang Okinawan songs. On Taketomi we were free to do our o... more

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Japan Hidden Gems: Secret Islands (Sightseeing Tours), Japan tours & activities, fun things to do in Japan | VELTRA
Immerse yourself in the uncharted beauty of Japan’s lesser-known islands. Experience the tranquility of Amami Oshima, the ancient forests of Yakushima, or the underwater wonders around Ishigaki. These exclusive tours showcase the rich culture and stunning landscapes far from the tourist trails.