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LanguagesHindi, Japanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Discover the majestic beauty of Nikko with a private tour tailored just for you! Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Toshogu Shrine, stroll through the serene gardens of Rinno-ji Temple, and marvel at the breathtaking Kegon Falls. With a private tour, you'll enjoy a personalized experience, flexible itinerary, and expert guidance from a knowledgeable guide. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or natural wonders, our Nikko private tour will cater to your preferences, ensuring an unforgettable adventure in this enchanting city. Book your private tour today and get ready to uncover the secrets of Nikko in style!
What's included
Air-conditioned Modern and Clean Vehicles
Customizable itinerary
English Speaking Driver
Admission fees
Highway Tolls, Petrol and Gas
Photo assistance at major spots (your guide can help capture great shots)
Private transportation
lunch
What to expect
Nikko Tosho-gu
1h · Admission ticket included
Understand why “Don’t say ‘magnificent’ until you’ve seen Nikko” visiting the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate and nearby shrines and temple. The most renowned shrine of “the Shrines and Temples of Nikko”-a Japan’s leading world heritage, is where Ieyasu Tokugawa, the great Shogun who started the flourishing Edo Period, is enshrined. Most of the shrine complex you see today was rebuilt in 17th century. The shrine contains 55 buildings including 8 national treasures and 34 listed buildings. The highlights are sumptuous carvings lacquered and richly coloured brilliantly, which you will gaze at craftsmanship assembled from all over the country. Do not miss the symbol of peace “Sleeping Cat”, and the “Three Monkeys” with the “see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil” poses!
Shinkyo Bridge
40m
The Shinkyo Bridge is the first structure visitors see before they enter the area of Nikko’s shrines.
Lake Chuzenji
40m
Lake Chuzenji is the largest lake in Tochigi, framed by 25 kilometres of incredible nature. The area used to be a popular summer resort for foreigners in the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The villas of French and Belgian embassies can still be found here. You can enjoy seasonal charms by the lake. Walking trails surround the water’s edge and there is an excursion boat available on the lake. The views from the lake are spectacular, particularly when the cherry blossoms or azaleas are blooming or when the autumn leaves are turning. The “Koyo-meguri” tour, enjoying autumn leaves reflecting on the lake, is highly recommended.
Kegon Falls
30m · Admission ticket included
Kegon Waterfall is the most famous of Nikko’s 48 waterfalls. Water from Lake Chuzenji falls 97 metres straight down to the rocks below creating a dynamic and artistic work of nature. A special lift takes visitors to the basin where the force and roar of the water can be witnessed close up! Impressive in any season, the waterfall looks particularly spectacular when surrounded by the fresh green leaves in May, house martins in June, or the “12 falls” - small streams of the frozen waterfall clad in blue ice - during January and February.
Rinno-ji Temple
Pass by
Rinnoji is Nikko's most important temple. It was founded by Shodo Shonin, the Buddhist monk who introduced Buddhism to Nikko in the 8th century. The temple's main building, the Sanbutsudo, houses large, gold lacquered, wooden statues of Amida, Senju-Kannon ("Kannon with a thousand arms") and Bato-Kannon ("Kannon with a horse head"). The three deities are regarded as Buddhist manifestations of Nikko's three mountain deities which are enshrined at Futarasan Shrine. A decade-long renovation of the Sanbutsudo was completed in spring 2019.
Kirifuri Waterfall
1h
Kirifuri Waterfall is an impressive, 75 meter high, two-tiered waterfall located below the Kirifuri Highlands, a few kilometers northeast of the temples and shrines of Nikko. The sight of the elegant falls cascading down the mountain provides a nice contrast to the surrounding foliage, which is lush and green in spring and summer and displays fiery shades of red, orange and gold in autumn. The name Kirifuri means "falling mist" after the fine mist that is created when the water crashes against the rocks at the bottom of the lower falls. The view may occasionally be obscured when mist or fog covers the valley. It used to be possible to hike down to the base of the waterfalls, but the trail down the mountain partially collapsed several years ago and has been closed ever since.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pick up and drop off services is included in the package. We can do pick up at Customer's Hotel and Port pick up.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
NO Health restrictions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
