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Nikko World Heritage Walking Tour with Toshogu Shrine & Lunch

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Nikko World Heritage Walking Tour with Toshogu Shrine & Lunch

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Tour with No Lunch

Duration: 4 hours
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Lunch is not included: Preparing lunch prior to departure is recommended. Cafes and restaurants near the rest area can be very crowded.

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Tour with Vegetarian Lunch

Duration: 4 hours
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Lunch: A vegetarian meal will be served. Please note that same-day changes cannot be made. Not available: Muslim-friendly meals, allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc.

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Tour with Indian Thali Lunch

Duration: 4 hours
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Lunch: Indian Thali Lunch will be served. Please note that same-day changes cannot be made. Not available: Allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc.

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Tour with Standard Lunch

Duration: 4 hours
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Free cancellation
Lunch: A Japanese-style meal with meat and fish will be served. For vegetarian meal, book separate option. No same-day changes. Not available: Muslim-friendly meals, allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc.

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Highlights

Step into the heart of Nikko and explore its UNESCO World Heritage sites on this guided walking tour. Known for its sacred mountains, historic shrines, and peaceful nature, Nikko offers a rich cultural experience just beyond the main tourist routes. Accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide, visit the magnificent Nikko Toshogu Shrine, famous for its detailed carvings such as the Sleeping Cat and Three Wise Monkeys. Continue to Kanmangafuchi Abyss, a serene gorge lined with around 70 Jizo statues, creating a quiet and spiritual atmosphere away from the crowds. This tour includes a scenic walk of about 5 km [3 miles], combining cultural discovery, light activity, and natural beauty. You can choose from four lunch options: Japanese-style meal, Vegetarian, Indian Thali, or No Lunch, depending on your preference. Ideal for travelers already in Nikko who want a deeper, guided experience of this historic region.

Itinerary

  • Tobu Nikko Station(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Take the route bus to the bus stop near Kanmangafuchi Abyss. If there are participants joining the tour round-trip from Tobu Nikko Station, the tour will meet at Tobu Nikko Station. Due to circumstances such as road congestion, etc., transfer may be on foot. Approx.3.0km [2.0miles].
  • Kanmangafuchi Abyss

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Kanmangafuchi Abyss is a small gorge formed by an eruption of Mt. Nantai. There is a row of approximately 70 stone statues of Jizo (a Bodhisattva who is the protector of children) along the river, and legend says they mysteriously change in number each time they are counted. A botanical garden lies on the opposite side of the Jizo statues, where visitors can enjoy the scenery of the season. In the winter season (around December to midMarch) and during inclement weather, etc. when it may be difficult to ensure road safety to Kanmangafuchi Abyss, the tour will be guided to Futarasan Shrine, Hondo at Rinno-ji Temple, Taiyuuin Mausoleum at Rinno-ji Temple, Tamozawa Imperial Villa, Toshogu Museum, Kanaya Hotel History House, or Nikko Botanical Gardens instead.
  • Fujiya Tourism Center

    50 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Select from 4 lunch options: Japanese, Vegetarian, Indian Thali, or No Lunch to suit your preferences when booking. [Standard Lunch] A Japanese-style meal with meat and fish will be served. [Vegetarian Lunch] A Japanese-style vegetarian meal will be served. [Indian Thali] A double curry set will be served. Butter chicken masala, coconut curry, naan, rice, salad, lassi, dessert. For those who would like vegetarian curry or Muslim-friendly curry, please inform the guide during the meet-up in the morning on the day. [No Lunch] Lunch is not included on this tour. Please prepare lunch in advance on your own. Cafes and restaurants near the rest area can be very crowded. Preparing this prior to departure is recommended. [Important Notice] Same-day changes in lunch options cannot be made. Muslim-friendly meals, allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc. are not available.
  • Nikko Tosho-gu

    1 hours 20 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    A registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, this sacred place with over 400 years of history is where Ieyasu Tokugawa, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, is enshrined. Enjoy seeing the traditional beauty of the main hall, as well as the sleeping cat and 3 monkey carvings.

What's included

INCLUDED

National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Lunch - only if you select Standard, Vegetarian or Indian Thali Lunch option
Audio guide service
Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Admission to Nikko Toshogu Shrine

NOT INCLUDED

Fees other than those listed in Includes

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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
This plan departs from Tobu Nikko Station, and does not include transportation from other areas
The order of the tour itinerary is subject to change due to road conditions, events, ceremonies, or other reasons. In addition, there may be times when the entire itinerary will be on foot (total approx. 7.0 km or 4.5 miles)
Public transportation will be used to move around on this tour. Please note that seating is not guaranteed
In the winter season (around December to mid-March) and during inclement weather, etc. when it may be difficult to ensure road safety to Kanmangafuchi Abyss, the tour will be guided to Futarasan Shrine, Hondo at Rinno-ji Temple, Taiyuuin Mausoleum at Rinno-ji Temple, Tamozawa Imperial Villa, Toshogu Museum, Kanaya Hotel History House, or Nikko Botanical Gardens instead
If the tour is shared with customers joining round-trip from Shinjuku, the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter may be taking the train from Tokyo to the meeting location. In this case, customers may have to wait until around 11:35 AM
Customers who are late for the departure time 11:40am due to their own circumstances will have their reservations canceled
While congestion is expected at the location, an audio service with which explanations from the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter can be heard will be available
Audio service may not be used in case of a small number of participants
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with lunch. For children requiring lunch, please book the child rate with lunch option
[No Lunch Tour] Lunch is not included on this tour. Please prepare lunch in advance on your own. Cafes and restaurants near the rest area can be very crowded. Preparing this prior to departure is recommended
[With Standard Lunch Tour] Enjoy a Japanese-style lunch
[With Vegetarian Lunch Tour] For a vegetarian meal, please book the vegetarian lunch option. Please note that same-day changes cannot be made
[With Indian Thali Lunch Tour] A double curry set will be served. (Butter chicken masala, coconut curry, naan, rice, salad, lassi, dessert.) For those who would like vegetarian curry or Muslim-friendly curry, please inform the guide during the meet-up in the morning on the day. For those who prefer a standard menu meal or a vegetarian meal, please book the corresponding plan instead. Same-day changes cannot be made
Allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc. are not available
The dining venue for the courses with the standard meal and vegetarian meal is different from that with the Indian thali meal. Please be aware of this when booking as a group
As there are slopes and stairs in areas around Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kanmangafuchi Abyss, wearing shoes with good traction and clothing easy to walk in as well as using a backpack are recommended. (A distance of about 5 km or 3 miles will be covered)
As there are land leeches from April to November, please be sure to keep your legs covered. We recommend wearing thick socks that cover the ankles and bringing bug spray
Shoes must be removed in some areas in Toshogu Shrine. Please participate wearing shoes that are easy to put on and take off, and are comfortable to walk in
This tour involves walking outdoors. Please take measures against heat or cold depending on the season. Summer: Temperatures can reach up to 35°C. Please bring items that protect from the heat such as sunglasses, hat, parasol, neck cooler, etc
Winter: Temperatures may drop below freezing, and there may also be snowfall. Please participate wearing sufficient warm clothing and non-slip rubber shoes, etc
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour

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