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Stop At: Shinjuku Washington Hotel, 3-chōme-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tōkyō-to 160-0023, Japan

Meet at 7:20 on the third floor of the Main Building of the Shinjuku Washington Hotel

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Irohazaka Route, Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Enjoy a scenic drive on a winding road that links central Nikko on lower ground to the mountainous region of Oku-Nikko

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Akechidaira Ropeway, Japan, 〒321-1445 Tochigi, Nikko, Hosoomachi, 深沢７０９−５

After reaching the Akechidaira Plateau traveling on the Irohazaka Road, take a ropeway up to an observation platform for stunning views of Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji. The observation platform is said to have the best views in Nikko.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kegon Falls, 2479-2 Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Kegon Falls is one of the top 3 waterfalls in Japan. Get up close to the mighty waterfall boasting a 97m drop, which is the only exit for the water of Lake Chuzenji.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Lake Chuzenji, Chugushi, Nikko 321-1661 Tochigi Prefecture

Enjoy a boat cruise around Lake Chuzenji at the foot of mt. Nantai. The lake is particularly wonderful in autumn surrounded by colorful foliage.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Asaya Resthouse, 1111 Kamihatsuishimachi, Nikko, Tochigi 321-1401, Japan

Try the famous local specialty 'yuba' for lunch at a restaurant by the iconic Shinkyo Bridge. Yuba is the skin that forms at the top when boiling soy milk and is served in multiple ways. Very healthy!

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Nikko National Park, 321-1662

After lunch, you will have 2.5 hours to explore Nikko city, famous for its World Heritage shrines and temples. Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Nikko Futarasan Shrine are recommended sites to visit.
*Entrance fees are not included in the tour price.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Shinjuku Washington Hotel, 3-chōme-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tōkyō-to 160-0023, Japan

The tour ends around the Shinjuku Washington Hotel/West Exit of Shinjuku station area at 18:30.

Duration: 5 minutes

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Included

English-speaking tour conductor/staff
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Akechidaira Ropeway
Entry/Admission - Lake Chuzenji
Entry/Admission - Asaya Resthouse

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
Entrance fees to any temples, shrines etc.

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant (0-2 years old) are free of charge with no tour inclusions
Child (3-5 years old) price includes a bus seat only.
Minimum numbers apply; There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements; In the event of this occurring, you will be contacted 4 days prior to your travel date and offered an alternative or full refund
Delays, shortenings of the tour or omissions made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to a refund
If the tour operator has to cancel the tour because of a typhoon, heavy snow or other circumstances beyond their control, this will be decided by 3pm the day before tour departure; you will be informed by e-mail and suggested a new departure date or receive a full refund
Due to traffic conditions, the order of the itinerary may change
Roads are expected to be quite congested during the autumn foliage season (Oct-Nov). This could affect the itinerary.
If the sightseeing cruise and/or ropeway is not operating on the day, the fare will be refunded and the tour will extend its time at the other sightseeing spots on the itinerary.
Please wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
If you wish for a vegetarian option for lunch, then please let us know at least 5 days in advance. Please leave it to the restaurant for the menu.
The tour end point might be slightly different from the starting point. Please ask the tour conductor on the day.
The tour is operated with a mix of Japanese and foreign tourists.
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travelers

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

65%

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Nikko 8 Activities

Day Trip to World Heritage Nikko

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