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From Tokyo: Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls,Lake Chuzenji Tour

By Hotel Takitei
6.0 out of 10
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €91 and current price is €66 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore Japan's cultural heritage on a day trip from Tokyo to Nikko. Visit the UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine, dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, and marvel at its architectural beauty and intricate carvings. Drive through the scenic Irohazaka Winding Road, renowned for its stunning views. Discover the natural wonders of Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, one of Japan's top waterfalls, famous for its breathtaking cascades and vibrant seasonal scenery. This tour offers cultural insights and picturesque landscapes for nature and history enthusiasts alike.

  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Toshogu Shrine
  • Scenic drive through Irohazaka with panoramic views
  • Explore Japan's highest lake, Lake Chuzenji
  • Witness the beauty of Kegon Falls, one of Japan’s top waterfalls

Activity location

  • Nikko Tosho-gu
    • 2301 Sannai,
    • 321-1431, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tokyo Business Clinic Gransta Marunouchi
    • 1 9
    • 100-0005, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Tokyo station pick-up 8:00am

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€81.61
€57.13 x 1 Adult€57.13
Paid at activity€8.55
Total
The previous price was €90.16 and current price is €65.68
30% off
Until Wed, 6 May

Shinkuju station pick-up 8:30

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€81.61
€57.13 x 1 Adult€57.13
Paid at activity€8.55
Total
The previous price was €90.16 and current price is €65.68
30% off
Until Wed, 6 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Multilingual tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Motorway tolls，Vehicle fuel cost ，Parking fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport by air-conditioned bus
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Nikko Toshogo Shrine

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • From November to December, the meeting time will be 1 hour earlier on weekends. The tour bus departs from Tokyo Station at 7 o'clock and from Shinjuku Station at 7:30.(Advanced 1 hour)
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure.There are many tour groups at the location, Late arrivals or no shows will not be refunded.
  • You will receive an email the evening before the tour with important details, including the guide，driver and meeting point information. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder.
  • Bring some cash, as credit cards may not be accepted at certain Locations.
  • On weekends, public holidays, or during peak travel seasons, traffic conditions may be affected. The guide may adjust the order of attractions,visit durations, or reduce the number of stops based on real-time conditions, Do not schedule other activities immediately after the tour as return times may vary.
  • This is a shared group tour with guests from various countries. The guide will provide explanations in multiple languages.
  • Please be advised that the vehicle arrangement will be based on the number of participants on the day of departure, ranging from the smallest 10-seat Hiace to the largest 45-seat tourist bus.
  • If the participants less than 13 person, the tour guide will also service as the driver
  • The tour runs with a minimum of 4 people. If not enough people join, we’ll let you know at least a day in advance and offer to cancel or change the date.
  • The last image in the product gallery show the actual meeting point—please refer to them.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Nikko Tosho-gu

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
08:00 –Departure from Tokyo station 08:30-Departure from Shinjuku station 10:40 – Nikko Toshogu Shrine Area Dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Toshogu is one of Japan’s most iconic historical and cultural sites. Together with Futarasan Shrine and Rinnoji Temple, it forms the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko.” The shrine complex includes about 55 buildings, featuring 8 National Treasures and 34 Important Cultural Properties. Highlights include: Yomeimon Gate – Known as the “Gate of Sunlight,” it features over 500 intricate carvings and is admired for its lavish decoration and unparalleled craftsmanship. Admire the Yomeimon Gate, known as the “Gate of Sunlight,” with over 500 intricate carvings. See the famous Three Wise Monkeys, the Sleeping Cat, and the Imaginary Elephants.

Irohazaka Route (Pass by)

14:00 – Irohazaka Winding Road (Drive-through) A scenic mountain road, part of Japan’s “Top 100 Roads,” connecting Nikko City to Lake Chuzenji and Oku-Nikko. It spans 15.8 km with a total of 48 sharp curves. Particularly stunning in autumn, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of vibrant autumn foliage. From the Akechidaira Ropeway, visitors can also view Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji.

Lake Chuzenji

  • 30m
15:00 – Lake Chuzenji Japan’s highest natural lake, Lake Chuzenji offers spectacular scenery year-round—spring azaleas, lush summer greenery, fiery autumn leaves, and serene winter snow. The spring blooms and autumn foliage are especially famous, attracting photographers from across Japan.

Kegon Falls

  • 50m
15:40 – Kegon Falls One of Japan’s “Three Great Waterfalls” and a major attraction in Nikko National Park. The water from Lake Chuzenji flows into the Daiya River and drops 99 metres in a dramatic cascade. The protruding rock face creates 12 smaller side waterfalls, enhancing the beauty of the scene. Autumn’s red leaves make it an especially photogenic spot.

Location

Activity location

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    Nikko Tosho-gu
    • 2301 Sannai,
    • 321-1431, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Tokyo Business Clinic Gransta Marunouchi
    • 1 9
    • 100-0005, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan
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    Tokyo Mode Gakuen
    • モード学園総合校舎コクーンタワ 7
    • 160-0023, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

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