Nikko Scenic Spots and UNESCO Shrine - Full Day Bus Tour from Tokyo

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Pass By: Irohazaka Route, Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Relax on an air-conditioned bus and climb up the thrilling 48 turns of Irohazaka slope. Admire amazing colors during autumn leaves season!

Stop At: Kegon Falls, 2479-2 Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Your first tour destination is the breathtaking Kegon Falls, with a height of abount 100 meters. One of the top three waterfalls in Japan!

For a more impressive experience, ride the elevator going all the way down to the foot of the Kegon Falls. (Elevator fee at your own expense)

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Lake Chuzenji, Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Follow the stream to the scenic Lake Chuzenji to have about an hour for a Japanese-style lunch at Hitachi-ya restaurant with a gorgeous view of the lake. During Autumn, you can take some stunning pictures of the seasonal colors with the lake in the background. 

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Nikko Tosho-gu, 2301 Sannai, Nikko 321-1431 Tochigi Prefecture

After lunch, move on to the holy sites of the city, the UNESCO heritage Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Futara-san Shrine. Toshogu Shrine is the final resting place of General Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate who ruled Japan for over 250 years before Emperor Meiji. Ieyasu is enshrined at Toshogu as the deity Tosho Daigongen, Great Deity of the East Shining Light. Be amazed by the masterpiece mixture of Japanese spirits with ancient Oriental building designs. 

Duration: 2 hours

Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Local taxes
  • Live commentary on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Entry/Admission - Lake Chuzenji
  • Entry/Admission - Nikko Tosho-gu
Not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Depending on the number of participants, English and Chinese commentary might be given in the same bus.
  • The only drop-off location available is Shinjuku (Shinjuku station west exit)
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
75%