From Tokyo: Nikko Day Trip with Toshogu Shrine and Waterfall
ID: GYG837361-1326856
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko on a day trip from Tokyo. Visit the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of Japan, and see the beautiful Kegon Waterfall.
Discover the abundance of culture, history, and nature that has earned Nikko a UNESCO World Heritage designation. Famed for its fall foliage, the scenery is spectacular in any season. The area’s wonderful natural scenery has a long history of drawing Buddhist and Shinto practitioners, and it is also the final resting place for Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder and first shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate of Japan.
When you visit Nikko, you can't miss Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kemangafuchi, which you may not be able to stop by on other tours. Feel the charm of nature at the overwhelmingly powerful Kegon Water Falls. There are many local cuisines you can enjoy such as yuba (tofu skin), Rainbow trout, etc.
Nikko is a must when visiting Japan.
Highlights
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko on a day trip from Tokyo
- Visit the final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of Japan
- See the beautiful Kegon Waterfall and the famous Nikko Toshogu Shrine
- Enjoy a delicious local lunch and learn about the local cuisine of Nikko
- Explore the beautiful nature and culture of Nikko at your own pace
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The area is famed for its fall foliage, offering spectacular scenery in any season.
Nikko is a UNESCO World Heritage site, rich in culture, history, and natural beauty.
Local cuisines such as yuba (tofu skin) and Rainbow trout are must-tries.
The final resting place of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, is located here.
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.
