Nikko Culture & Nature Day Tour (Public Transport + English Guide) | Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls & Marsh Walk

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Nikko Culture & Nature Day Tour (Public Transport + English Guide) | Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls & Marsh Walk
Nikko Culture & Nature Day Tour (Public Transport + English Guide) | Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls & Marsh Walk
Nikko Culture & Nature Day Tour (Public Transport + English Guide) | Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls & Marsh Walk
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This tour travels with an English-speaking guide by taking public transportation. No charter vehicle.
After your reservation is submitted, our tour operator will contact you as soon as possible to confirm tour availability, regardless of any automated confirmation email you may receive.
You are welcomed to book the tour from 1 participant. The minimum number of participants for this tour to operate is 4.
Trail is gentle but includes stairs and stone paths—proper footwear recommended. The visit sequence may be adjusted due to weather.
For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a reachable phone number is required for each participating group.
Cancellation Conditions：Free cancellation ≧ 7 days; 50% charge for 6–3 days; 100% charge < 3 days.
Overview
Highlights
Itinerary Details
Important Information

Overview

Departing from Asakusa station by train with your guide, this full-day trip to Nikko combines cultural heritage with refreshing nature. Begin at the UNESCO-listed Nikko Toshogu Shrine, famed for its elavorate cravings, vibrant colors, and rich Tokugawa hisotry. Enjoy the dynamic Ryuzu Waterfall, where water cascades through a backdrop of lush mountain greenery. Continue to the Akanuma Marshlands for a peaceful boardwalk hike, surrounded by streams, open wetlands, and seasonal alpine flora. This thoughtfully designed journey offers an ideal balance of heritage, landscape, and tranquility—all in a single day.

Our highlights are

Key highlights

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nikko Toshogu Shrine, renowned for its elaborate carvings and golden splendor symbolizing the Tokugawa legacy.
Marvel at the dynamic Ryuzu Waterfall, where rushing mountain waters cascade dramatically through the Nikko landscape.
Stroll along wooden boardwalks through serene wetlands, streams, and mountain landscapes for a calming nature experience.
Enjoy a relaxed, well-paced itinerary with an expert guide ensuring comfort, insights, and smooth travel throughout the day.

What's Included

English-speaking guide
Express train with reserved seat from Asakusa to Nikko (Round-trip)
Local bus tickets at Nikko
Admission (Toshogu shrine)
Lunch
Any personal expenses or tips
Travel insurance or accident insurance

Itinerary Details

12h
Nikko Culture & Nature Day Tour
Public Transportation
Public Transportation
Light Hiking
Light Hiking
Lunch
Lunch
<em>07:30</em> Meet up at Tobu-Asakusa Station (2F Central Gate)
07:30 Meet up at Tobu-Asakusa Station (2F Central Gate)
<em>07:50–09:39</em> Ride the express train to Nikko
07:50–09:39 Ride the express train to Nikko
<em>09:50–09:55</em> Local bus to Nikko Toshogu Shrine
09:50–09:55 Local bus to Nikko Toshogu Shrine
<em>10:00-11:30</em> Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine
10:00-11:30 Visit Nikko Toshogu Shrine
<em>11:30–12:40</em>【Lunch】Lunch set menu near Nikko Toshogu Shrine
11:30–12:40【Lunch】Lunch set menu near Nikko Toshogu Shrine
<em>12:50–13:46</em> Local bus to Ryuzu Falls
12:50–13:46 Local bus to Ryuzu Falls
<em>13:50-14:10</em> Visit Ryuzu Falls
13:50-14:10 Visit Ryuzu Falls
<em>14:14-14:17</em> Local bus to Akanuma
14:14-14:17 Local bus to Akanuma
<em>14:20-16:00</em> Marsh Hiking (Akanuma—Senjogahara)
14:20-16:00 Marsh Hiking (Akanuma—Senjogahara)
<em>16:05-17:04</em> Local bus back to Nikko Station
16:05-17:04 Local bus back to Nikko Station
<em>17:24-19:15</em> Ride the express train back to Asakusa, end of the trip.
17:24-19:15 Ride the express train back to Asakusa, end of the trip.
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Important Information

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Please note that this plan does not include private charter. You will travel with an English-speaking guide by taking public transportation. All train and bus admissions are included so just follow your guide for a smooth trip.
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We will contact you via your provided contact information 2 days before your departure. If you do not receive any information, please check your email spam folder. If you still do not receive anything one day before the trip, please do not hesitate contacting us.
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All travel itineraries do not include travel insurance. Outdoor activities involve certain risks and dangers. The company is not responsible for any physical damage or injury caused by accidents or unforeseen factors. We highly recommend to purchase your own insurance in advance.
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Please arrive at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before the departure time. We will take the reserved train and any late arrival will disrupt the schedule. Local buses at the countryside in Japan are scheduled hourly. You cannot join the tour midway.
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If your group does not meet the minimum participants, you will enjoy the tour with other guests. We will contact you in advance as soon as the information is available. If the minimum participants are still not met by 14 days before the scheduled departure, the tour may be cancelled.
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Please note that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience heavy traffic. The itinerary is for your reference and may be adjusted or shortened depending on actual conditions; also, there may be delays in arrival time due to traffic or other factors.
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Nikko culture & nature day tour with public transport and English guide — featuring Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls, and wetland walk for an eco-friendly, youthful experience.
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Nikko culture & nature day tour with public transport and English guide — featuring Toshogu, Ryuzu Falls, and wetland walk for an eco-friendly, youthful experience.
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