From Nagoya: Divine Grace & Samurai Elegance in Izumo
ID: GYG839208-1352591
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover the spiritual significance of Izumo Taisha, a famous Shinto shrine, and visit Matsue Castle, a national treasure, on this 2-day tour from Chubu Airport.
Visit Izumo Taisha Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred shrines, and Matsue Castle, a national treasure, explore traditional tea ceremony culture at a historic teahouse, and stay overnight at a lakeside inn on Lake Shinji.
Depart from Centrair (Chubu Airport) to Izumo. Enjoy a lunch at the restaurant "Minami" (Tai-meshi). Tour Matsue Castle and enjoy a boat cruise around the moat.
Experience a tea ceremony at Meimei-an. Join a ghost story tour with a samurai guide. Stay overnight at Minamikan on Shinji Lake.
The next day, visit Izumo Taisha and enjoy Izumo soba for lunch. Return from Izumo Airport to Centrair.
Highlights
- Discover the spiritual significance of Izumo Taisha, a famous Shinto shrine
- Visit Matsue Castle, a national treasure, and take a boat cruise around the moat
- Experience a traditional tea ceremony at Meimei-an and learn about its history
- Stay overnight at a lakeside inn on Lake Shinji and enjoy a delicious dinner
- Enjoy a ghost story tour with a samurai guide and learn about local legends
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Smoking, flash photography, and consumption of food and drinks are restricted in certain areas
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
