Nikko Tour
Private Sightseeing to Nikko Tour
09 hours/Itinerary
Our Journey
Experience the spiritual and natural beauty of Nikko, one of Japan’s most important cultural destinations. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and waterfalls, Nikko is home to magnificent UNESCO World Heritage shrines and offers a peaceful escape from city life. This tour perfectly combines history, spirituality, and breathtaking scenery.
Guide Line
Visit the world-famous Toshogu Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Explore Rinno-ji Temple and Futarasan Shrine
See the iconic Three Wise Monkeys and Sleeping Cat carvings
Enjoy stunning views of Kegon Waterfall
Visit scenic Lake Chuzenji surrounded by mountains
Walk through cedar forests and sacred grounds
Travel comfortably with private transportation
The Nikko Tour takes you to a sacred mountain region rich in history and natural beauty. Begin your journey at the magnificent Toshogu Shrine, an architectural masterpiece dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate. The shrine is renowned for its intricate carvings, vibrant colors, and deep historical significance.
Continue to Rinno-ji Temple, one of Nikko’s most important Buddhist sites, followed by Futarasan Shrine, nestled among ancient cedar trees that create a serene spiritual atmosphere. As you walk through the shrine complex, you’ll feel the harmony between nature and traditional Japanese architecture.
The tour also showcases Nikko’s natural wonders. Visit Kegon Waterfall, one of Japan’s most beautiful waterfalls, offering dramatic views throughout the year, especially during autumn foliage season. End your journey at Lake Chuzenji, a peaceful mountain lake with breathtaking scenery and fresh alpine air.
This tour is ideal for travelers who appreciate culture, history, nature, and photography.
Inclusions
Private transportation
Commercial Driving permit holder drivers
Green number plates Vehicles
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Exclusions
Lunch
Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc) Entry to any place where tickets required.
Cancelation before 24 hours fully refundable, Cancelation within 24 hours non refundable.
Pay later option, we will send you link for the payment 72 hours before the tour or earlier depend upon customer preferences.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Cash
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Food in the vehicle
Know before you go
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Smoking and eating are not allowed in the vehicle.
About this Activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Japanese
Pickup included
We provide pickup from customer's hotels. Pick up location Tokyo 23 wards is Included. Due to Traffic we can be 30 Minutes Late. For Airports Narita (25000Jpy) Haneda 7000JPY, Ports, Chiba 15000JPY, Kawasaki 20000JPY, and Yokohama 20000JPY Pickup additional charges will apply.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group
Pick up – 8:30 am
We will pick you up from your location at 8:30 am .
Note:
“30 min could be delay due to traffic no refund and review could be accepted.”
Toshogu Shrine
A vast green park famous for its free-roaming deer, offering a peaceful and unique experience in the heart of Nara.
Rinno-ji Temple
A peaceful Buddhist temple complex surrounded by forested hills and sacred grounds.
Futarasan Shrine
A spiritual Shinto shrine dedicated to mountain deities, located in a tranquil natural setting.
Kegon Waterfall
A dramatic waterfall offering spectacular views, especially during autumn and winter seasons.
Lake Chuzenji
A scenic mountain lake formed by volcanic activity, known for calm waters and seasonal beauty.
Drop off at 5:30 pm
Drop-off at your hotel or selected location
FAQ's
The tours start and end when the driver picks you up from your accommodation in Tokyo and drops you off at the end of the day. In the case of your accommodation being outside of Tokyo 23 Wards, your tour will start and end when the driver departs and arrives in Tokyo at the end of the day.
No pets are allowed.
The price include toll fees, gas, parking lot fees, tax, etc. It doesn’t include fees for such as: lunch/food/beverage, entrance fee of tourist spots, fee of boats/cable cars, etc.
Yes, The extension fee is 3,500 yen/30 minutes.
There will be no refunds in case the tour finishes early. If the tour will finish earlier due to accidents, Bad weather, natural disasters, sudden sickness, etc., please contact us and we can discuss about it.
As it’s a little far from the central area of Tokyo, it is highly recommended that you book a “9h One-Day Tour” to visit the Hakone area. For boarding the Shinkansen, it is possible to conclude the tour at Odawara Station or local hotels in the Fuji/Hakone area. However, please note that the round-trip travel time to Tokyo, totalling three hours, will be deducted from the overall tour duration.
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