TOKYO KANTO

1-Day Nikko World Heritage Tour (Toshogu Shrine， Kegon Falls & Lake Chuzenji) (No Lunch)

Tour Code :: GU0206J1S

Departs from :: Tokyo

Tour Brand :: Nikko Tour

change(s) from the previous year :

Price(Lowest) :: ￥15,000 ~

Overview :: 1. This bus tour takes customers efficiently and directly to Nikko's sightseeing spots which are difficult to visit on one's own using route buses. The National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter will lead participants on a tour of Nikko Toshogu Shrine, registered as a World Heritage Site, while telling them about its rich history.
2. Visit Kegon Falls, counted among the greatest waterfalls in Japan. (Except some tour dates. *See Remarks.)
3. Visit Lake Chuzenji, a scenic lake with a circumference of about 25 km and a depth of 163 m, created about 20,000 years ago from an eruption of Mt. Nantai which blocked the valley. (Excluding some dates)
4. After finishing the shrine's large-scale repairs which took around 4 years and cost around JPY 1.2 billion (approx. USD 11 million), the national treasure Yomeimon Gate was opened to the public in 2017. Lay your eyes on the richly colored structures that have been restored to their former glory.
5. Travel back in time to the Edo Period (1603-1868)! There will be a stopover at the Hanyu Parking Area, which reproduces the Edo-style atmosphere. See the beautiful structures and famous long-established shops dating back to the Edo Period, and enjoy shopping for souvenirs. *See Remarks.
6. Customers may opt to end the tour at Tobu Nikko Station.
7. Customers may listen to explanations from the National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter directly from their smartphones.　Feel free to use it while avoiding crowds. *An exclusive app must be downloaded free of charge.
8. About Infection Countermeasures:
- Bus interiors are disinfected and sterilized.
- Drivers, guides, and assistants conduct health checks and disinfection before boarding, and wear face masks throughout the tour.
- Tour destinations implement countermeasures specified by the Japanese government.
9. This tour promotes Cross-cultural Understanding and Social Contribution as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals.
A portion of the sales will be donated for the conservation of World Heritage Cultural Properties in Nikko as part of Sustainable Development Goals.
Please check the following page for details.
http://jtbgmt.com/en/g-web/sdgs

Itinerary

day1: 08:05-08:15 JTB Sunrise Tours Sales Office on the 3rd Floor of Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo's Main Tower in Shinjuku Please arrive by 8:05. The bus will depart at 8:15.
Access: A 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit, reachable via the JR Lines or subway, or a 1-minute walk from Tochomae Station Exit B1 on the Toei Oedo Line.
http://www.keioplaza.com/map/index.html
*Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time.
90(min) Nikko Toshogu Shrine A registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, this sacred place with over 400 years of history is where Ieyasu Tokugawa, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, is enshrined. Enjoy seeing the traditional beauty of the main hall, as well as the sleeping cat and 3 monkey carvings.
50(min) Meal Break Meals are not included. Customers are to have lunch on their own.
Cafes and restaurants near the rest area can be very crowded. Preparing this prior to departure is recommended.
10(min) Lake Chuzenji Created by an eruption of Mt. Nantai, Lake Chuzenji is a symbol of Nikko.
*Please refer to the [Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations] in the Remarks.
30(min) Kegon Falls Known as one of Japan's 3 great waterfalls, Kegon Falls towers an impressive 97 meters and gushes water from Lake Chuzenji.
[Remarks] The charge to take the Kegon Falls elevator is not included in the booking price. Admire the waterfall from the observation deck facing the falls free of charge.
16:30-17:00 30(min) Tobu Nikko Station Stop at Tobu Nikko Station.
Tour ends for those who wish to end the tour here. *The tour may stop by Nikko City hotel(s) to pick up/drop off customers.
20(min) Hanyu Parking Area The Hanyu Parking Area is a rest area along the highway which creates a close representation of an Edo Period town.
See the beautiful structures and famous long-established shops dating back to the Edo Period, and enjoy shopping for souvenirs.
[Remarks] Depending on road conditions, the tour may stop at a different parking area (rest area) instead of the Hanyu Parking Area. In this case, please note that the different rest area will not be a representation of an Edo Period town.
19:00-19:30 Shinjuku This tour disbands upon arrival near Shinjuku Station West Exit. Please head to your next destination on your own from Shinjuku.

GU0206J1S

Remarks：Planning Company: JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
Address: 2-3-14 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agent (No. 1723)
A member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
[Reception Method]
At reception, please show your reservation confirmation sheet, a printout of the reservation confirmation e-mail, or show the e-mail on your mobile device screen to staff.
[Operation Conditions/Tour Conditions]
If the minimum number of participants (1) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, or due to other operational management circumstances, the tour on that date may be canceled.
- To prevent infection, please participate wearing face masks.
- On the day of the tour, a health check and temperature screening will be conducted. Those with a temperature of 37.5 and above as well as those who do not feel well may not be allowed to participate.
- The above are subject to change depending on the infection status. Please be sure to follow the guide's instructions.
Please check the following for the most up-to-date information.
Website: https://www.sunrise-tours.jp/en/
[Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations]
- Heavy traffic due to colored leaves is expected every year on Irohazaka Winding Road from Oct. to early Nov. Therefore, Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji will not be visited during this period. In such cases, any of the following will be visited instead of Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji: Taiyuuin Mausoleum at Rinno-ji Temple, Futarasan Shrine, Kirifuri Falls, or Tamozawa Imperial Villa.
The alternative plan outlined above may be used even outside of the designated period (Oct. - early Nov.) due to road conditions or other reasons.
- No refunds will be issued as a result of location changes.
- As the tour uses a bus for the entire itinerary, arrivals at each site may be delayed due to road conditions.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Meeting/Pick-up/Pick-up Location]
JTB Sunrise Tours Sales Office on the 3rd Floor of Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo's Main Tower in Shinjuku
Access: A 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit, reachable via the JR Lines or subway, or a 1-minute walk from Tochomae Station Exit B1 on the Toei Oedo Line.
http://www.keioplaza.com/map/index.html
*Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Tour App]
- By downloading an exclusive app (free of charge), customers may listen to the guide's explanations at each tour destination on their smartphones. Internet connection is required to download the app. Wi-Fi is available at the meeting location, so arriving early is recommended. (Requirements: iPhone model 5s / OS 8 or later; Android all models, OS 6 or later)
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Children/Infants]
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus seats. If a seat on the bus is required for the child, please make a booking at the child rate.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]
- Lunch is not included on this tour. Please prepare lunch in advance on your own. Cafes and restaurants near the rest area can be very crowded. Preparing this prior to departure is recommended.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Vehicle]
Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus, hired car, etc.).
Bus company used will be one of the following.
Fuji Kyuko Kanko Co., Ltd.; Fuji Express Co., Ltd.; KM Mobility Service Co., Ltd.; Hato Bus Co., Ltd.; Tokyo Yasaka Sightseeing Bus Co., Ltd.; Heisei Enterprise Co., Ltd.; Amore Kotsu Ltd.; Tokyo Bus Co., Ltd.; Toto Kanko Bus Co., Ltd.; Chuo Kanko Co., Ltd.; Tokyo Limousine Co., Ltd.; Tokyo Passenger Co., Ltd.; Kokusai Kogyo Co., Ltd.; Hinomaru Limousine Co., Ltd.; Kokusai Hire Co., Ltd.; Teito Motor Transportation Co., Ltd.; Outech Co., Ltd.; FIT Japan Grand Limousine Service; or Jenet Co., Ltd.
[Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring]
- The tour will walk up and down steps and hilly paths at Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Falls. Be sure to wear shoes and clothing which are comfortable to walk in.
Admission to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour, National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Lunch

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