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1 Day Nikko Walking Tour, Toshogu and Kanmangafuchi from Tokyo

By JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $158 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
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Overview

Exploring Nikko which is home to the “Shrines and Temples of Nikko,” a registered World Heritage Site in small group!

On this tour, 5 km [about 3 mile] walk around World Heritage component sites such as Nikko Toshogu Shrine in small group. Recommend for the customers who like walking with nature and learning about culture and faith. With a National Government-Licensed English Guide Interpreter and an audio guide, you can get to know Nikko more deeply.

Activity location

  • Kanmangafuchi Abyss
    • Takumicho
    • 321-1415, Nikko, Tochigi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • JTB Sunrise Tours Sales Office
    • 2 2
    • 160-8330, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

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Tour with No Lunch
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

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

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40am
Price details
$157.55 x 1 Adult$157.55

Total
Price is $157.55
Until Sat, Oct 18
Tour with Indian Thali Lunch
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

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.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40am
Price details
$170.68 x 1 Adult$170.68

Total
Price is $170.68
Until Sat, Oct 18
Tour with Standard Lunch
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

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.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40am
Price details
$170.68 x 1 Adult$170.68

Total
Price is $170.68
Until Sat, Oct 18
Tour with Vegetarian Lunch
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

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.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40am
Price details
$170.68 x 1 Adult$170.68

Total
Price is $170.68
Until Sat, Oct 18

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch - only if you select Standard, Vegetarian or Indian Thali Lunch option
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Audio guide service
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Nikko Toshogu Shrine admission fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Roundtrip Train Ticket from Shinjuku Station
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission fees and transportation costs noted in the itinerary
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Fees other than those listed in Includes

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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)
  • 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, 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 11:35am
  • Customers who are late for the departure time (11:40am) due to their own circumstances will have their reservations canceled
  • If there are customers joining the tour round-trip from Shinjuku, the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter will head to Tobu Nikko Station. For those heading to the station area, please confirm with the interpreter guide how to get back
  • 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
  • Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with lunch. Please make a booking for children requiring lunch under the child rate
  • [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 or Vegetarian Lunch Tour] Enjoy a Japanese-style lunch. 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
  • As there are slopes and stairs in areas around Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kanmangafuchi Abyss, wearing comfortable shoes as well as using a backpack are recommended. Walking distance during the tour is about 5km [3miles]
  • Shoes must be removed in some areas in Toshogu Shrine. Please participate wearing shoes that are easy to put on and take off
  • 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
  • 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
  • In general, the transfer from Shinjuku to Nikko will be a direct limited express train from JR Shinjuku Station to Tobu Nikko Station (also used for the return trip). However, due to timetable alterations or operation circumstances, the transportation to be used may be changed to JR Tohoku Shinkansen (non-reserved seat) + conventional line train, or a limited express train departing from Tobu Asakusa Station + subway. In any case, the transportation/limited express fare for the transportation route is included in the tour booking charge, and the guide will also accompany the tour from departure from Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo until arrival at Shinjuku Station.

Activity itinerary

Tobu Nikko Station (Pass by)
Meet up with participants from Nikko and then, take the route bus to the bus stop near Kanmangafuchi Abyss. Seats are not reserved.
Kanmangafuchi Abyss
  • 20m
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.
Nikko
  • 50m
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
  • 1h 20m
  • Admission 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.
Tobu Nikko Station
  • 2h
Take the 2-hour limited express train from Tobu Nikko Station towards Shinjuku Station. The tour ends at Shinjuku Station around 6:30PM-7:45PM.

Location

Activity location

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    Kanmangafuchi Abyss
    • Takumicho
    • 321-1415, Nikko, Tochigi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    JTB Sunrise Tours Sales Office
    • 2 2
    • 160-8330, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

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