Nagasaki Shore Excursions
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Located on the southwest coast of Kyushu island, Nagasaki is often associated with the atomic bombing in World War II. One of few Japanese cities to trade with the outside world, Nagasaki flourished as an important trading port with Portuguese in 1543. Foreign influences are still evident in prominent architectural structures, from Christian churches and European houses to Chinese-styled Kofukuji temple.
The best time to visit Nagasaki is winter which runs from November to March. Although Nagasaki receives a bit of rainfall during these times, the pleasantly cooling weather more than makes up for it. January and February are the coldest months of the year with heavy snowfall. The average temperature may drop to below 5°C.
Asia Shore Excursions offers the best Nagasaki shore excursions for cruise passengers who stop at Nagasaki port, Japan. Please contact us to get the best shore excursions in Nagasaki or enjoy the flexibility to customize the itinerary to fit your needs.
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This half-day Nagasaki History Tour is specially designed for cruise passengers who love history and nature. The trip includes the Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Museum, Dejima Museum and Glover Garden…
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This 1-day Nagasaki city tour allows us to explore Chinese-style Sofukuji Temple, historic Martyrdom of the 26 Saints, Mount Inasa with incredible vistas and famous Nagasaki Museum of History…
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This 1-day Splendid Nagasaki with Shimabara is specially designed for cruise passengers stop at Nagasaki port. The tour offers a visit to the impressive Shmabara Castle at the foot of volcanic Mt. Unzen…
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Attractions for Nagasaki Shore Excursions
As one of the most important and also closest port cities in Japan, Nagasaki plays an essential role in trading and traveling field that attracts a large number of visitors, especially passengers in Japan Shore Excursions. With a hope of bringing the best experiences to you, Asia Shore Excursions would like to recommend some popular attractions below
Peace Memorial Park
It is said that no shore trip to Nagasaki can miss a visit to the Peace Memorial Park. The park was built to commemorate over 10.000 victims caused by the bloody atomic bombing of Nagasaki in 1945. The bombing not only blown away a large part of the city but also left the extremely heavy consequences for many later generations.
At the north, the Peace Statue with the height of 10 meters is considered as the highlight of the park. In the center called Hypocenter Park, standing a simple black monolith marking the point where the bomb exploded. Moreover, visitors can get a glimpse of the destructive power caused by the bombing by a look at the layer of soil under the surface where broken roof tiles, bricks and millions of pieces of glass still are remained.
Atomic Bomb Museum
Japan had to suffer the heavy consequences caused by the bombing. Hopping on Japan Shore Trips, a visit to places where you can get a deep look at that event is always recommended. The Atomic Bomb Museum is a memorial to the atomic bombing of Nagasaki in 1945. The Museum skillfully tells the event as a story that is easy for visitors can imagine the real history. The story begins with the heinous scene revealing the attack that includes the events causing to the atomic bombing. Then it leads to the images about the reconstruction of Nagasaki till now. Moreover, the history of nuclear weapons development and the hope for a peaceful world without nuclear weapons are also displayed.
The museum is divided into four main sections. Besides, the lecture hall is the place where survivors share their experiences through the bombing. Photographs, documents, and original objects are displayed to show the heavy destruction. Please notice that the image will bring the upset and haunting feeling which is not suitable for emotional people.
Martyrdom of the 26 Saints
There is an interesting attraction that not everybody knows when taking the shore trips to Nagasaki - Monument for the Martyrdom of the 26 Saints of Japan - the place where 26 Catholics were executed here by the order of a national leader. The monument lands on a hill that offers a spectacular view over the city of Nagasaki.
The Memorial Hall stands peacefully behind the real-sized bronze statues of 26 saints. It presents the history of Christianity and exhibitions such as a letter written by the priest Nakaura Julien which addressed to Portugal’s King John III, the private record of the battle of Shimabara, the Maria Kannon sculpture, a bronze Pieta from the 16th century, and many frescoes and Japanese paintings.
Shimabara Castle
It is said that no Japan shore excursion can miss a visit to lines of castles along the country. On Nagasaki, the Shimabara Castle is the most attractive one which is built from Edo Period serving as the shelter for the feudal lord. Because of being heavily damaged in Meiji Period, this white-walled castle is reconstructed from 1964. Learn more about the history of 17th-century castle with as you wander around its walls, moat and spectacular terrace gardens.
The castle has five stories home to the Castle Tower Museum where displays various Christian artifacts such as the castle ruins, armor, and weapons. The observation deck on the highest floor provides a wonderful view sweeping vista to Mount Unzen and across the water to Kumamoto.
Glover Garden
Located on a beautiful hill, the Glover Garden was created to preserve the residences decreased by the passage of time. The garden is an open-air museum that exhibits mansions of many former foreign houses and also related buildings. The Nagasaki shore trips including a visit to Glover Garden will lure you away with stunning scenery and serene atmosphere.
Standing in the Glover Garden, you can catch the panoramic view of Nagasaki Bay and the whole city. The houses are considered as being the set-up and inspiration for the Opera Madame Butterfly of Puccini. Glover Garden is covered with beautiful traditional houses built for British businessman including the oldest wooden house which is built with Western style in Japan.
Dejima Museum
Asia Shore Excursions provides some shore excursions to Dejima Museum that you can get a glimpse of the Western-old-fashion right in the heart of a city in Japan. Built-in 1636 close, Dejima was formerly an artificial island. Although it is not an island anymore, many historical relics have been restored. Dejima Museum is a complex created by many small buildings including several exhibitions of the Dutch and other foreign countries.
Inside the ground of museum, some tidy streets lined up beside the large buildings which are designed following traditional Japanese style dated back to the 17th century with pure white walls, dark wooden beams, and slanting tiled roofs. Vending machines scattered on tatami mats and air-conditioners are always in good condition. If you visit the Dejima Museum with your kids, they will probably be excited with the cotton candy machine.
at 18:07
how much is the half day Nagasaki tour? we will be 2 pax on princess sapphire in oct. 2015
at 11:27
Hi Peter,
Thank you for contacting us. Please check your email for detailed quotation of the shore excursion. Kindly let us know if you have any further questions.
Regards,
Jeanny
at 01:06
Hola,
Tienen guias privados en español para tour de medio día por Nagasaki domingo 11 de octubre y Okinagua, martes 13 de octubre.
Somos dos personas, llegamos en royal caribbean marinero of the seas.
Enviar precios y disponibilidad de idioma español, muchas gracias
at 01:49
Querida Claudia,
¡Gracias por contactarnos! Por favor, consulte su correo electrónico para obtener una cotización detallada de la excursión de Nagasaki. Por favor, háganos saber si tiene alguna otra pregunta.
Sinceramente,
at 01:34
Hi We are planed to arrive In Nagasaki cruise ship terminal on the Sappier Princess 11/04/2016 Arriving 06:00 departing 18:00 and are interested in your half day tour. If this is available could you give me a quote for 2 pensioners, we are Australian Citizens in our 70s fairly active, A few steps are ok but not to many
at 02:47
Dear John,
Thank you for letting us know your travel plan. The detailed quotation of Nagasaki shore trip has been sent to your email address. Please check it and let me know if you have any other enquiries.
Kind Regards,
at 02:31
My mother and I are on a Celebrity Cruise with a day in port in Nagasaki from about 8 in the morning until about 9 at night in September 2016. We are looking for a tour that will hit the highlights in Nagasaki. Moderate walking if possible. Can you please send me possible tours and pricing?
at 03:08
Hi Julianne,
Thank you for reaching us. The detailed quotation for Nagasaki shore excursion has been sent to your email. Please have a look at it and let us know if you have any other enquiries.
Best,
at 18:46
Hello I would like to know how much for Nagasaki History Tour – Half Day tour. Will be there on a cruise april 2016
at 19:54
Hi Alain,
The price per pax is cheaper if there are more people joining the tour. Please check your email for detailed quotation of this Nagasaki shore excursion. Kindly let me know if you have any other questions.
Best,
at 00:35
We are two adults arriving in Nagasaki by cruise ship in September and would like to know how much the Nagasaki history tour is please.
at 13:18
Hi Anne,
Thank you for your request. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Nagasaki private shore excursion. Feel free to ask us any question you may have.
Regards,
at 08:03
Morning tour to Peace Park. Need help gettin train tickets from Kobe to Kyoto. We arrive tomorrow morning on Holland America Volendam. Can meet guide about 9AM. Would like about 4 hours. 2 seniors. Thank you!
at 08:53
Hi Carol,
Thank you for your request. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Nagasaki private shore excursion. Feel free to ask us any question you may have.
Regards,
at 11:54
Arriving on Diamond Princess on 20th July at 14.00 departing at 22.00
Any half day tours available for two people?
If so what and how much?
Thanks
at 12:36
Dear Chris,
Thank you for letting us know your travel plan. The detailed quotation has been sent to your email address. Please check it and let me know if you have any other enquiries.
Kind Regards,
at 15:41
We are a group of 6 adults and 2 children aged 4 & 5. Interested in the half day tour. Arriving on Ovation of the seas in October.
Whats the price please?
Thanks,
Gaurav
at 16:33
Dear Gaurav,
Thanks for your request on Nagasaki shore excursion, we have dropped you the detailed quotation, please check your email.
Best Regards,
at 02:27
We will be in Nagasaki on October 16th from 8:00 Am to 5:00 PM on the Holland America Vollendam. There are 5 of us interested in Tour JSN03. Could you please give me a price? Thank you.
at 03:49
Hi Martha,
Thanks for your request on Nagasaki shore excursion, we have dropped you the detailed quotation, please check your email.
Best Regards,
at 16:27
I have just sent an enquiry about the 1/2 day Nagasaki Tour. We are on the Diamond Princess Cruise dep from Singapore on 26 Oct 2016 with final port Beijing and were thinking what tours you have for the ports of call on this cruise. Please provide details and prices- we are both pensioners
at 17:55
Dear Chandra,
Thank you for letting us know your travel plan. The detailed quotation has been sent to your email address. Please check it and let me know if you have any other enquiries.
Kind Regards,
at 05:37
Will be in Nagasaki on the 15th November on the Diamond Princess. Please send us some details as soon as possible as we leave Australia in 7 days
at 06:52
Hi Susan,
Thanks for your request on Nagasaki shore excursion, we have dropped you the detailed quotation, please check your email.
Best Regards,
at 13:58
I attend an academic meeting at Nagasaki University on Nov 12 and 13.
Because I will bring my father and 11-year-old son, I want to put them to half day group tours for two days.
From 2PM to night on Nov 12 and from morning to lunch time on Nov 13.
Do you have such tour plan?
at 14:59
Dear Seong,
Thank you for reaching to us. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Nagasaki tour. Feel free to ask us any question you may have.
Best,
at 19:14
Hi; my wife and I will be in Nagasaki from 8am to 6pm. on Tuesday, Oct 31, 2017, arriving on the Holland America ship, Volendam. We are interested in your 1/2 day Nagasaki History Tour. What will the cost for the 2 of us? Thanking you in advance.
at 19:47
Hi David,
Thank you for contacting us! Please check your email for detailed quotation of Nagasaki shore excursion. Kindly let us know if you have any other questions.
Regards,
at 14:34
Please send me a quote for a 6 hour historical tour of Nagasaki for 5 people, arriving on the Diamond Princess in June – docking from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you.
at 15:08
Dear Elissa,
Thank you for your request. Please check your email for more details of this Nagasaki shore trip and let me know if you have any other questions.
Best,
at 22:47
Hi My family will be arriving on Celebrity Cruises on March 15, 2017 with a day in Nagasaki from about 10 in the morning until about 6 at night. We are looking for a tour that will hit the highlights in Nagasaki. Moderate walking if possible. Can you please send me possible tours and pricing? There will be 3-5 people depending
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at 23:16
Dear Jodi,
Thank you for your request. You can have a look at our available tours on the website, or tailor-make a private Nagasaki shore tour. Please check your email for more details and let me know if you have any other questions.
Best,
at 02:56
I am planning to visit Tokyo and Kyoto in May-June. How can I include Hiroshima and Nagasaki as well? Thanks.
at 03:45
Hi Dipendra,
Thank you for reaching to us. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Nagasaki and Hiroshima shore trips. Feel free to ask us any question you may have.
Best,
at 20:03
Please send me a quote for a 6 hour historical tour of Nagasaki for 4 people, arriving on the Diamond Princess on July 3 – docking from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thank you.
at 20:50
Hi Elissa,
Thank you for letting us know your travel plan. The detailed quotation of this Nagasaki shore trip has been sent to your email address. Please check it and let me know if you have any other enquiries.
Kind Regards,