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Guided Tours

Nikko World Heritage Site Day Tour: Tōshōgū Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chūzenji, & More

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing (especially in colder months)
  • Snacks or water for the bus journey
  • Cash or a card for optional purchases

What’s not allowed

  • Large luggage or oversized bags
  • Pets
  • Smoking or alcohol consumption on the bus

Accessibility

  • This activity is not recommended for people in wheelchairs or with reduced mobility.
  • There is an elevator at Kegon Waterfall that is not included in the tour, but participants may use it during free time at their own expense.

Additional information

  • The order of the itinerary and schedules may change due to traffic, weather, local events, or other operational reasons.
  • If weather or road closures prevent access to Kegon Falls, the visit will be replaced with a stop in front of Rinnoji Temple.
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11 hrs
Transfers available

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing (especially in colder months)
  • Snacks or water for the bus journey
  • Cash or a card for optional purchases

What’s not allowed

  • Large luggage or oversized bags
  • Pets
  • Smoking or alcohol consumption on the bus

Accessibility

  • This activity is not recommended for people in wheelchairs or with reduced mobility.
  • There is an elevator at Kegon Waterfall that is not included in the tour, but participants may use it during free time at their own expense.

Additional information

  • The order of the itinerary and schedules may change due to traffic, weather, local events, or other operational reasons.
  • If weather or road closures prevent access to Kegon Falls, the visit will be replaced with a stop in front of Rinnoji Temple.

Inclusions #

  • Full-day Nikko World Heritage tour

  • Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)

  • Round-trip transportation from the meeting point

  • Visit to Tōshōgū Shrine area, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chūzenji

  • Admission ticket to Tōshōgū Shrine (as per option selected)

  • Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
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Guided Tours

Nikko World Heritage Site Day Tour with Hotel Transfers: Tōshōgū Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chūzenji, & More

What to bring

  • Carry your passport, valuables, and personal essentials at all times. Keep them secured; loss or theft will be your responsibility.
  • Wear light, comfortable, travel-friendly clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
  • Prepare items like sunscreen, insect repellent, a windproof jacket, and medication for motion sickness if needed.
  • Bring your camera, portable power bank, and anything else you may need during free time.
  • Passengers aged 70+ must bring a valid health certificate and submit it before the trip (electronic copy accepted).

What’s not allowed

  • No free luggage is allowed.
  • Do not bring items prohibited under Japanese law. Violations may affect your safety and legal rights.
  • Leaving the group midway is not permitted. If you do so, the tour is considered forfeited and no refund will be issued.

Accessibility

  • Guests aged 70 and above must be in good health and must be accompanied by someone aged 22+ throughout the trip.
  • Pregnant women, guests with heart conditions, severe mobility issues, or fear of heights are not suitable to join this tour.
  • Guests with certain conditions (pregnancy, heart disease, severe mobility concerns) may be refused participation for safety reasons.

Additional information

  • Minors under 18 must travel with at least one adult.
  • Provide complete information during booking (full name, number of guests, phone number, WeChat ID, pick-up point). Incomplete details can affect your trip.
  • This is a shared tour. Please follow the driver’s instructions and adhere to the stay times at each stop.
  • In severe weather or operational disruptions, attractions may change hours or performances without notice.
  • Meals are not included. Some restaurants may restrict outside food or seat-only usage.
  • Shopping stops within scenic areas or rest zones are not agency-arranged. Please shop responsibly and request receipts.
  • Keep your phone active so staff can reach you if needed.
  • Adventure or outdoor activities (swimming, rafting, skiing, snow play, etc.) involve inherent risks; participate based on your own capability and local guidance.
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Check availability
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
10 hrs
Transfers available

What to bring

  • Carry your passport, valuables, and personal essentials at all times. Keep them secured; loss or theft will be your responsibility.
  • Wear light, comfortable, travel-friendly clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
  • Prepare items like sunscreen, insect repellent, a windproof jacket, and medication for motion sickness if needed.
  • Bring your camera, portable power bank, and anything else you may need during free time.
  • Passengers aged 70+ must bring a valid health certificate and submit it before the trip (electronic copy accepted).

What’s not allowed

  • No free luggage is allowed.
  • Do not bring items prohibited under Japanese law. Violations may affect your safety and legal rights.
  • Leaving the group midway is not permitted. If you do so, the tour is considered forfeited and no refund will be issued.

Accessibility

  • Guests aged 70 and above must be in good health and must be accompanied by someone aged 22+ throughout the trip.
  • Pregnant women, guests with heart conditions, severe mobility issues, or fear of heights are not suitable to join this tour.
  • Guests with certain conditions (pregnancy, heart disease, severe mobility concerns) may be refused participation for safety reasons.

Additional information

  • Minors under 18 must travel with at least one adult.
  • Provide complete information during booking (full name, number of guests, phone number, WeChat ID, pick-up point). Incomplete details can affect your trip.
  • This is a shared tour. Please follow the driver’s instructions and adhere to the stay times at each stop.
  • In severe weather or operational disruptions, attractions may change hours or performances without notice.
  • Meals are not included. Some restaurants may restrict outside food or seat-only usage.
  • Shopping stops within scenic areas or rest zones are not agency-arranged. Please shop responsibly and request receipts.
  • Keep your phone active so staff can reach you if needed.
  • Adventure or outdoor activities (swimming, rafting, skiing, snow play, etc.) involve inherent risks; participate based on your own capability and local guidance.

Inclusions #

  • Full-day Nikko World Heritage tour

  • English-speaking guide

  • Round-trip transfers from Shinjuku Station/Tokyo Station

  • Visit to Akechidaira Ropeway, Tōshōgū Shrine, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chūzenji

Exclusions #

  • Entry to Tōshōgū Shrine

  • Lunch

  • Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
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Train Passes

Nikko Pass: Self-Guided Exploration Using World Heritage Area Pass

Additional information

  • Admission fees for shrines and temples in Nikko, Tobu World Square or EDO WONDERLAND Nikko Edomura are not included, however you can receive discounts on entry tickets when you buy on site and show the Nikko Pass.
  • Check Tobu Bus timetable here
  • The pass is available only to foreign travelers; Japanese nationals may purchase it only when accompanying a foreign guest.
  • The pass is valid for 2 consecutive days.
  • Make sure to board the correct train from Asakusa Station or Tokyo Skytree Station.
  • Discounts at attractions and stores may vary by season and can change without prior notice
  • Some facilities do not offer discounts in winter, while others offer discounts only during winter.
  • Complimentary gifts at Access Shops are limited in quantity and available while stocks last.
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Check availability
Extended validity
Explore at your pace

Additional information

  • Admission fees for shrines and temples in Nikko, Tobu World Square or EDO WONDERLAND Nikko Edomura are not included, however you can receive discounts on entry tickets when you buy on site and show the Nikko Pass.
  • Check Tobu Bus timetable here
  • The pass is available only to foreign travelers; Japanese nationals may purchase it only when accompanying a foreign guest.
  • The pass is valid for 2 consecutive days.
  • Make sure to board the correct train from Asakusa Station or Tokyo Skytree Station.
  • Discounts at attractions and stores may vary by season and can change without prior notice
  • Some facilities do not offer discounts in winter, while others offer discounts only during winter.
  • Complimentary gifts at Access Shops are limited in quantity and available while stocks last.

Inclusions #

  • 2-day Nikko Pass

  • 1 round-trip between Asakusa and Shimo-Imaichi on Tobu Railway lines

  • Unlimited rides on Tobu Bus lines within the world heritage area

  • Unlimited rides on all Tobu Railway lines between Shimo-Imaichi, Tobu-Nikko and Shin-Fujiwara stations

  • 5% discount on purchases at stores in Asakusa

  • 10% discount on purchases of 1,000 yen or more at stores in the Nikko and Kinugawa areas

  • Complimentary gift with Nikko Pass & making a purchase of 800 yen or more in a single transaction at an Access Shop in Asakusa, Tobu-Nikko, Kinugawa-Onsen, or Shimo-Imaichi station

  • Discounts at Nikko Natural Science Museum, Nikko Astraea Hotel, Akechidaira Ropeway, Tobu World Square, Edo Wonderland & Kinugawa Onsen Ropeway

  • Check your coverage area here

  • Check the full inclusions list here

Exclusions #

  • Entry to attractions
  • An active internet connection is required to use and activate your e-ticket.
  • Open the URL in your e-voucher, review the details, and press the Confirm button.
  • Show the validated ticket to the staff for entry.
  • The e-ticket’s usage time begins the moment you press Confirm.
  • Only activate your ticket when you are ready to start using it.
  • These tickets are valid for 30 days from the date of purchase.
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Train Passes

Nikko Pass: Self-Guided Exploration Using All Area Pass

Additional information

  • Admission fees for shrines and temples in Nikko, Tobu World Square or Edo Wonderland, Nikko Edomura are not included, however you can receive discounts on entry tickets when you buy on site and show the Nikko Pass.
  • Check Tobu Bus timetable here
  • The pass is available only to foreign travelers; Japanese nationals may purchase it only when accompanying a foreign guest.
  • The pass is valid for 4 consecutive days.
  • Make sure to board the correct train from Asakusa Station or Tokyo Skytree Station.
  • Discounts at attractions and stores may vary by season and can change without prior notice
  • Some facilities do not offer discounts in winter, while others offer discounts only during winter.
  • Complimentary gifts at Access Shops are limited in quantity and available while stocks last.
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Check availability
Extended validity
Explore at your pace

Additional information

  • Admission fees for shrines and temples in Nikko, Tobu World Square or Edo Wonderland, Nikko Edomura are not included, however you can receive discounts on entry tickets when you buy on site and show the Nikko Pass.
  • Check Tobu Bus timetable here
  • The pass is available only to foreign travelers; Japanese nationals may purchase it only when accompanying a foreign guest.
  • The pass is valid for 4 consecutive days.
  • Make sure to board the correct train from Asakusa Station or Tokyo Skytree Station.
  • Discounts at attractions and stores may vary by season and can change without prior notice
  • Some facilities do not offer discounts in winter, while others offer discounts only during winter.
  • Complimentary gifts at Access Shops are limited in quantity and available while stocks last.

Inclusions #

  • 4-day Nikko Pass

  • 1 round-trip between Asakusa and Shimo-Imaichi on Tobu Railway lines

  • Unlimited rides on Tobu Bus lines in Nikko

  • Unlimited rides on all Tobu Railway lines between Shimo-Imaichi, Tobu-Nikko and Shin-Fujiwara stations

  • 5% discount on purchases at stores in Asakusa

  • 10% discount on purchases of 1,000 yen or more at stores in the Nikko and Kinugawa areas

  • Special discounts for tourist attractions, souvenirs, and food

  • Lake Chuzenji sightseeing cruise (mid-April to November 30)

  • Nikko Edomura shuttle bus

  • Nikko-Kinugawa Onsen Bus (operates only on saturdays & holidays)

  • Hybrid bus (Odashirogahara area access bus, mid-April to November 30)

  • Nikko Astraea hotel day-use Onsen (available year-round, only usable once)

  • Complimentary gift with Nikko Pass & making a purchase of 800 yen or more in a single transaction at an Access Shop in Asakusa, Tobu-Nikko, Kinugawa-Onsen, or Shimo-Imaichi station

  • Check your coverage area here

  • Check the full inclusions list here

Exclusions #

  • Entry to attractions
  • An active internet connection is required to use and activate your e-ticket.
  • Open the URL in your e-voucher, review the details, and press the Confirm button.
  • Show the validated ticket to the staff for entry.
  • The e-ticket’s usage time begins the moment you press Confirm.
  • Only activate your ticket when you are ready to start using it.
  • These tickets are valid for 30 days from the date of purchase.
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Private Tours

Nikko Private Guided Tour with Lunch & Hotel Transfers

A private full-day trip from Tokyo to explore Nikko’s UNESCO-listed shrines, mountains, & lakes with hotel transfers.

  • Day out to: Visit Toshogu Shrine, Shinkyo Bridge, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji at your own pace with a fully customisable itinerary guided by a knowledgeable local expert.
  • You’ll get: Private luxury vehicle transfers from your Tokyo hotel, an English & Japanes-speaking guide, lunch at Ryuzu no Chaya overlooking Ryūzu Falls, and complimentary bottled water, tea, and coffee
  • Toshogu Shrine: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, known for its intricate carvings and historic significance.
  • Shinkyo Bridge: Stop at the iconic red sacred bridge marking the entrance to Nikko’s shrine complex, a popular spot for photos.
  • Kegon Falls: See the 100–metre waterfall set in a dramatic natural gorge, one of Japan’s most famous natural attractions.
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Check availability
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
8 hrs
Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available

A private full-day trip from Tokyo to explore Nikko’s UNESCO-listed shrines, mountains, & lakes with hotel transfers.

  • Day out to: Visit Toshogu Shrine, Shinkyo Bridge, Kegon Falls, and Lake Chuzenji at your own pace with a fully customisable itinerary guided by a knowledgeable local expert.
  • You’ll get: Private luxury vehicle transfers from your Tokyo hotel, an English & Japanes-speaking guide, lunch at Ryuzu no Chaya overlooking Ryūzu Falls, and complimentary bottled water, tea, and coffee
  • Toshogu Shrine: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, known for its intricate carvings and historic significance.
  • Shinkyo Bridge: Stop at the iconic red sacred bridge marking the entrance to Nikko’s shrine complex, a popular spot for photos.
  • Kegon Falls: See the 100–metre waterfall set in a dramatic natural gorge, one of Japan’s most famous natural attractions.

Inclusions #

  • Full-day private tour

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Tokyo

  • Transportation by modern, air-conditioned luxury vehicle

  • English/Japanese-speaking professional guide with local expertise

  • Lunch at Ryuzu no Chaya

  • Bottled water, tea, coffee

Additional information

  • Pickup is not provided to airports or ports. Pickup is provided to accommodations (including Airbnb) in Tokyo's 23 Wards.
  • The tour is wheelchair accessible.
  • Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
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Tickets

Nikko Toshogu Shrine Admission Ticket

Explore Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO-listed heritage site famed for ornate Edo-period architecture and intricate wood carvings.

  • Everything you get: You’ll explore Nikko Toshogu Shrine, admire the richly decorated Yomeimon Gate and Edo-period carvings, see the famous Three Wise Monkeys, and visit the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu.
  • Why choose this: Discover one of Japan’s most celebrated historic shrines and experience its elaborate architecture and cultural heritage at your own pace.
  • Upgrades: Add Treasure Hall access to explore a collection of historical treasures and artifacts from the shrine.

Explore Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO-listed heritage site famed for ornate Edo-period architecture and intricate wood carvings.

  • Everything you get: You’ll explore Nikko Toshogu Shrine, admire the richly decorated Yomeimon Gate and Edo-period carvings, see the famous Three Wise Monkeys, and visit the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu.
  • Why choose this: Discover one of Japan’s most celebrated historic shrines and experience its elaborate architecture and cultural heritage at your own pace.
  • Upgrades: Add Treasure Hall access to explore a collection of historical treasures and artifacts from the shrine.

Inclusions #

  • Admission to Nikko Toshogu Shrine

  • Admission to Treasure Hall (as per option selected)

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the shrine complex involves stairs and uneven paths.
  • Carry a light layer, as Nikko can be cooler than central Tokyo.

What’s not allowed

  • Do not touch or climb on shrine structures, carvings, or other cultural artifacts.

Accessibility

  • The shrine complex has stairs and uneven paths, which may limit wheelchair accessibility.

Additional information

  • Toshogu Shrine is an active place of worship; please maintain respectful behaviour.
  • Please take a screenshot or download voucher as Toshogu area signal is weak.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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