Nikko Private Tour: Explore Unesco World Heritage Sites and Scenic Waterfalls in Japan
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Nikko
Embark on a private tour of Nikko, Japan's historical and picturesque gem. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, admire the stunning Shinkyo Bridge, marvel at the beauty of Chuzenji Lake, and witness the majestic Kegone Falls. Customize your tour and create unforgettable memories.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nikko Tosho-gu - This UNESCO World Heritage site features Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines built in the early 17th century. It’s a captivating destination for those interested in Japan’s history and culture.
  • Shinkyo Bridge - Opened in the 17th century, this timber bridge leads to the main entrance of the Rinno-ji temples and shrines, providing passage over the Daiya River.
  • Kegon Falls - Located at Lake Chūzenji in Nikkō National Park, Kegon Falls stands 97 meters tall, offering a breathtaking view from the elevated area. The falls were formed when lava flows rerouted the Daiya River. It is one of Japan’s three highest and most beautiful waterfalls. In 1927, Kegon Falls was recognized as one of the “Eight Views” that best represented Japan and its culture during the Shōwa period.
  • Lake Chuzenji - This scenic lake in Nikkō National Park is elevated at 1,269 meters and surrounded by majestic mountains. It was formed 20,000 years ago when Mount Nantai erupted and blocked the river. Exploring the lake by cruise ship or regular boats offers another way to appreciate its natural beauty.
What's Included
    • Private transportation
    • On-board WiFi
    • Covered highway tolls
    • Climate-controlled vehicle
    • Included parking fees
    • Fuel costs included
What's Not Included
  • Food and beverage
  • Entrance pass where required
Additional Information

Nikko, a location in Japan that is renowned for its historical significance and beauty. It’s famous for its expansive and lush natural landscape, along with several popular tourist attractions like historical temples and shrines. We start our excursion with a visit to the Toshugu shrine complex, a UNESCO world heritage site comprising Buddhist and Shinto shrines. Following this, we move on to the Shinkyo Bridge, also referred to as the red bridge, ranking as the third most exquisite bridge in Japan. After the bridge, we head to Chuzenji lake. While the lake itself is quite charming, the winding roads and captivating natural landscapes along the route are far more delightful and pleasing. Finally, we visit Kegon Falls, celebrated as one of the three most stunning waterfalls in Japan. We provide a flexible itinerary, catering to your specific interests, ensuring an enjoyable experience throughout.

Location
Nikko Tosho-gu
2301 Sannai,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Benjaminedwardr
Jul 2, 2023
Nikko tour - Excellent tour and service. Our driver was knowledgeable and courteous. He was able to accommodate changes to the tour based on our request .
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Monette_b
May 27, 2023
Nikko with family - Our tour guide Sikander was very accommodating. He gave us a lot of freedom to explore places at our own pace and interpret for us since we didn’t speak Japanese. It made the trip enjoyable even if it was a long drive out of Tokyo (2.5 hrs each way).
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Gillianfromsydney
Oct 27, 2022
Day trip to Nikko - Nikko was a lovely part of Japan, so much history and natural beauty! Definitely worth seeing. Our driver, Ali, was fabulous, a huge effort on his part. I wouldn’t recommend traveling from Yokohama, it was a bit too far for a day trip. Traveling from Tokyo would have been better.
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Minshinl
Aug 15, 2022
Peaceful Nikko, a town that you can easily find vegetarian food - My guide is Kiyono, she is a history lover and i love her way of telling us all the history of peaceful Nikko. I am a vegetarian and she find a nice vegetarian shop for us to dine in. She is very friendly and helpful. My tour is definitely a memorable one with her around...
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