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NIKKO UNESCO TOUR
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Nikko Private Tour
SAME PRICE FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE
Discover Nikko's blend of stunning nature and sacred sites!
🚗 Comfortable Car (6 Max) – Need More? ▼
- 🚙 Nissan Serena or Similar – Current Price
- 🚙 Toyota Voxy / Toyota Noah (Up to 7 People)
- 🚙 Toyota Alphard (Up to 7 People)
🏛️ UNESCO World Heritage Sites
🏞️ Stunning Waterfalls & Lakes
🗣️ Expert Local Guide (English)
📍 Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
⚙️ Fully Customizable Itinerary
Experience the best of Nikko on a private tour combining UNESCO World Heritage sites with natural wonders. Enjoy door-to-door service, explore sacred temples like Toshogu Shrine, see stunning Kegon Falls, and learn from your expert guide. Contact us via WhatsApp to customize your tour!
(check Itinerary & more details below)
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Book Your Nikko Private Tour
👥 Ages: All (Wheelchair optional, inform 7 days in advance)
⏱ Duration: Approx. 8-9 Hours
🕗 Start Time: Flexible Morning Departure
🗣️ Expert Local Guide (English) Included
Free cancellation Up to 24 hours before the tour.
Reserve now & pay later Secure your spot while staying flexible.
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What's Included ▼
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Expert English-speaking Local Guide/Chauffeur
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Nikko area hotels or pre-arranged point)
- Customizable Itinerary
- Cultural insights and historical commentary
- Bottled water
What's Not Included ▼
- Entrance Fees (Toshogu: approx. ¥1300, Rinnoji: approx. ¥900, Futarasan: approx. ¥300, Taiyuin: approx. ¥900) - Prices may vary.
- Meals and Drinks (Lunch break arranged, cost not included)
- Optional Activities (e.g., Lake Chuzenji Ferry, Edo Wonderland tickets)
- Personal Expenses (souvenirs, etc.)
Nikko Tour Itinerary (Customizable) ▼
This is a sample itinerary focusing on Nikko's main highlights. It can be adjusted based on your interests and time.
1 Hotel Pick-up / Meeting Point
Start Time: Flexible Morning
Your private guide/chauffeur meets you at your Nikko hotel or designated meeting point to begin the tour.
Pass by: Sacred Bridge (Shinkyo) on the way to the shrines (photo stop possible).
2 Toshogu Shrine Complex
Stop: 90 minutes
Explore the magnificent Toshogu Shrine, Nikko's star attraction and mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Admire the intricate carvings, including the famous "Three Wise Monkeys" and the Sleeping Cat, and see the stunning Yomeimon Gate and 5-story Pagoda.
3 Rinnoji Temple & Futarasan Shrine
Stop: 60 minutes
Visit Rinnoji, Nikko's most important temple founded in the 8th century, known for its large wooden Buddha statues (Sanbutsudo Hall). Then explore Futarasan Shrine, dedicated to Nikko's three sacred mountains.
4 Local Lunch Break
Stop: 45-60 minutes
Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine at a local restaurant. Nikko is famous for Yuba (tofu skin) dishes and Soba noodles. (Cost not included).
5 Kegon Falls
Stop: 45 minutes
Drive up the scenic Irohazaka Winding Road (famous for autumn colors) to marvel at Kegon Falls, one of Japan's three most beautiful waterfalls, cascading nearly 100 meters.
6 Lake Chuzenji
Stop: 60 minutes
Visit the picturesque Lake Chuzenji, located at the foot of Mount Nantai. Enjoy the views, take photos, and consider optional activities like a short boat cruise (seasonal, cost not included).
Pass by: Futarasan Jinja Chugushi (Middle Shrine) by the lake.
7 Optional: Kanmangafuchi Abyss / Other Sites
Flexible duration
Depending on time and interest, optionally visit the serene Kanmangafuchi Abyss with its row of Jizo statues, the Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park, or discuss other interests with your guide.
8 Drop-off
End Time: Approx. 8-9 hours after start
Conclude your tour with a drop-off back at your Nikko hotel or agreed-upon location.
Departure and Return ▼
- Pickup: Your hotel in the Nikko area or a pre-arranged meeting point (e.g., Tobu-Nikko Station). Please specify when booking.
- Drop-off: Your hotel or preferred location within the Nikko area after the tour.
- Start Time: Flexible morning departure, typically around 9:00 AM recommended.
Why Choose Our Nikko Tour? ▼
| Feature | Our Services | Competitors / Public Transport |
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| Transportation | ✔ Private Comfortable Vehicle | ✘ Crowded buses / Multiple transfers |
| Guide | ✔ Expert English-Speaking Local Guide | ✘ Audio guides / Limited info |
| Itinerary | ✔ Fully Customizable & Flexible Pace | ✘ Fixed schedule / Rushed stops |
| Convenience | ✔ Door-to-Door Service | ✘ Navigating stations & bus stops |
| Coverage | ✔ Efficiently covers key sites (Shrines, Lake, Falls) | ✘ Difficult to cover all in one day |
| Accessibility | ✔ Wheelchair-Friendly Vans (On Request) | ✘ Challenging with public transport |
Extra Advantages for Your Nikko Exploration
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Deeper Cultural Insight
Understand the rich history and Shinto/Buddhist syncretism unique to Nikko.
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Best Photo Spots
Your guide knows the ideal locations and angles for capturing Nikko's beauty.
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Beyond the Main Path
Discover lesser-known details and optional serene spots like Kanmangafuchi Abyss.
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Wheelchair-Accessible Vans
Available on request - Explore Nikko's accessible areas comfortably (7-day notice needed).
Experience the Majesty of Nikko!
Accessibility Information ▼
- Standard vehicles are not wheelchair accessible.
- Wheelchair-accessible vans are available upon request for an additional fee. Please inform us at least 7 days in advance.
- Nikko's temple and shrine complexes involve significant walking, often on gravel paths and stairs. Some areas like Kegon Falls viewpoint are accessible. We can tailor the itinerary to focus on more accessible parts.
Additional Information ▼
- Confirmation provided upon booking.
- Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
- Tour operates in most weather conditions; please dress appropriately. Layering is advised as mountain areas can be cooler.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
Cancellation Policy ▼
Free cancellation: Up to 24 hours before the tour start time for a full refund.
Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Need Help? Contact Us ▼
If you have any questions or need assistance before or during your Nikko private tour, please contact us:
📧 Email: Contact@tokyoprivatetours.com
📞 Phone/WhatsApp: +81 90-5265-3576
🌐 Website: Tokyo Private Tours
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